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Drift of the Mist

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Private kitchen
A wooden deck with a doormat, a mailbox with a Canadian flag, and a wooden fence.
A living room with a plaid armchair, a flat-screen TV, a wooden cabinet, and a large window with sheer curtains.
A dining area with a marble countertop, a small table, and two chairs.
A single-story house with a dark exterior, white trim, and a satellite dish on the roof.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Accommodating 4 guests, this vacation home features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom for a comfortable stay.

Highlights

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Sydney Mines, NS
  • Place, Sydney Mines Heritage Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Centre 200
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, World's Largest Fiddle
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NS (YQY)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Drift of the Mist

Enjoy a relaxing stay at the "Drift of the Mist" , a newly renovated private mini home on a large residential lot. This home offers quick access to the Atlantic coastline. The home is equipped with 1 Queen bed and 2 Double beds in the second bedroom, fully equipped kitchen c/w new appliances, 4 pc bathroom and laundry facilities.

Whether you are stopping by enroute to Newfoundland (we are minutes from the Marine Atlantic ferry), or wanting to stay a while, this home is for you.! ******. No pets allowed. *****
Fire pit can be used at your own risk in compliance with municipal by-laws.

The dwelling is located on a quiet residential street, minutes away from area beaches. Enjoy a leisurely Drift of the Mist walk along the ocean front on Shore Road just minutes away.

A fully equipped kitchen, living room with a large television, wi-fi, outdoor deck for complete relaxation and outdoor dining awaits.

The residence has quick access to a Walmart and Sobeys Superstore, the North Shore General hospital as well as upscale dining for your enjoyment.

Enjoy a day's activity on the world famous Cabot Trail.

Door access code to be provided the day of rental.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STR2526A2916
Property # 20178963
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Sydney Mines

Sydney Mines is home to this holiday home. Sydney Mines Heritage Museum and North Sydney Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal and Seaview Golf & Country Club. Exhibition Grounds and Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design are also worth visiting.
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Sydney Mines, NS

What's nearby

  • Sydney Mines Heritage Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sydney Waterfront Boardwalk - 22 min drive - 33.2 km
  • Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design - 23 min drive - 33.9 km
  • Centre 200 - 23 min drive - 33.9 km
  • World's Largest Fiddle - 24 min drive - 35.0 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Canadian Legion Branch 128 - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Drift of the Mist pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Drift of the Mist?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Drift of the Mist?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Drift of the Mist?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Drift of the Mist located?

Situated in Sydney Mines, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Sydney Mines Heritage Museum and within 3 miles (5 km) of Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal and North Sydney Historical Society. Florence Ballfields and Cranberry Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location - felt like home. A great place to come back to at the end of the day. The beds are super comfortable and we slept like babies Communication was great, clear and fast. Patricia was a joy to work with. I hope to go back next time I'm in Sydney Mines!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host Patricia was great. She was attentive and accommodating. She even had an additional window air conditioner installed the day we were set to arrive due to the expected heat. A few small quirks, but overall a great experience and so much more comfortable than staying in a hotel. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Recently renovated, this place was well equipped and perfect for our group (3 adults) who were traveling Cape Breton during the day and resting here at night. The location is in a quiet area of Sydney Mines and a quick drive to restaurants, groceries, fuel, and the coast. Patricia, the host, was in close contact with us and made sure everything was smooth! Highly recommend and if we are in the area again we would definitely rebook.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2025
It was a pleasure to hostLaura and her family were very responsible guests, quiet individuals and left the unit in good condition! I would welcome her back at any time! Safe travel, hope to see you again! I hope you enjoyed the accommodations and the local area! Best regards, Patricia
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Property was clean and well laid out. Was great for a family of three, and a good launch point for checking things out in the area.There needed to better curtains or blinds. The bedroom we were in didn't have opaque curtains and we ended up hanging a small blanker over the curtain rod. The bathroom also just had a half sheer curtain so we were uncomfortable using the shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun 2026
Thank you for choosing Drift of the Mist, your comments will be taken into consideration. I look forward to hosting you in the future should you wish to visit the area again. Cheers, Patricia
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay at the property, we found it very clean and welcoming upon our arrival. The rooms were perfect for our group, the patio deck was great and the neighborhood was very quiet. Overall a great space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026

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Hosted by Patricia Maclean

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