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Oceanside Cottage with Stunning Views 3 min. to Beach, near Cabot Trail & Park

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Luxurious deck facing the ocean, with fantastic western views, dramatic sunsets
comfortable leather couch and chair facing the ocean
Two cabins (one living rm./kitchen, other bedrm. /bathroom ) surrounded by decks
sunset at the cottage
stunning sunsets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio
  • Living area

Explore the area

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chimney corner, NS
  • Place, Chimney Corner Nature Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

main bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

main bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Oceanside Cottage with Stunning Views 3 min. to Beach, near Cabot Trail & Park

This stunning oceanside cottage in a spectacular setting is located five minutes from the Cabot Trail on a 130-acre property

Featured in the March/ April 2025 issue of Cottage Life Magazine “Home from Away; 6 DREAMY CABINS ON CAPE BRETON” Some of what article had to say:

“six magical cottages... "

“SeaSky cottages offer more than just panoramic views,…coastal-chic interiors and the sea and sky that stretches for miles..”

“Stewart wanted each of the cottages to feel distinctly Maritime, inside and out....In every space are books, art and quirky accents.”

TwoBySea cottage books by the week, Sunday to Sunday

Although it notes the cancellation policy as "no refund," there is a refund of 50% between date of booking and 60 days before arrival- VRBO's policies are not elastic enough to fit this; this guarantee will be spelled out in the simple agreement.

Features you'll love:

• two cabins connected by wraparound decking, located close to the ocean with complete privacy. (Separate cabins allow you have some privacy when catching up on work or by putting kids to bed without disturbing them.)

• both cabins face the ocean, with incredible views and sunsets.

• these lovely open structures have vaulting ceilings, lending cabins a bright and airy feel; one cabin has living room / kitchen, the other has the bedroom / bathroom.

• luxurious deck surrounding both cabins, the largest we offer at over 800 square feet.

• contemporary yet rustic furnishings, large leather couch, walls whitewashed boards, beautiful artwork, sleek Pine floors and cedar shingles outside in classic Cape Breton style.

• EV charging: 40 AMP dedicated charger (full charge in 8 hours) in the private parking area.

• sleek work area in Bedroom Cabin, with beautiful handmade desk and device charger

• wi-fi and a very fast Fibre-op internet connection.

• Queen bed + set of bunk beds in Bedroom cabin.

• bright, fully-tiled bathroom with heated floors; shower with window facing the ocean.

• a fully-equipped kitchen with handmade dining table. All necessaries included: linens, towels, kitchen staples, soaps.

• large deck, Adirondack chairs and gas BBQ.

• electric heat + working wood stove in the living room is great for cozy Fall days.

• private parking 2-3 cars

• both cabins are fully accessible.

• whales, eagles, and fishing boats pass by in front, and sightings of deer, moose, bobcats and foxes.

• good restaurants, grocery stores, music, crafters, hiking and world-class golf at Cabot Cliffs close-by (15 min. to a half-hour)

• famous Chimney Corner beach 3 minutes away with safe swimming for kids. Two other beaches within 6 minutes; Cabot Trail 5 minutes, National Park 30 minutes.

Although there are not many reviews for this new cottage, please check our other listings/ reviews to get a sense of the experience we offer here.

If your preferred weeks happen to be booked, please check our other lovely cottage listings: VRBO #4265347 #277105 #203860 #382569 #3490361.

The charming, cedar-shingled structures were created in the island’s traditional building style, yet they are definitively modern—spacious, filled with amenities, and flooded with natural light. Looking out over the ocean, you’ll have some of the most memorable vistas in all of Cape Breton, and take in every incredible sunset, every passing eagle.

Sliding-glass doors in each cabin open onto surrounding decks which join the cabins. The leather couch in the Living room is a perfect spot for connecting with friends, digging into a good book, or just gazing out to sea. Watch storms develop on the horizon and play themselves out before they reach you.

When you can tear yourself away, you will find our coast to be one of the most spectacular parts of Cape Breton, with lots of beaches (three within 5 minutes) dramatic cliffs, great restaurants and world-class golf at the nearby Cabot courses.
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About the area

Margaree Harbour

Located in Margaree Harbour, this cottage is in the mountains and by the ocean. Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Centre de la Mi-Careme and Inverness County Centre for the Arts. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and horse riding.
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chimney corner, NS

What's nearby

  • Chimney Corner Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Belle View Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lobster Pound Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Family Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Woodroad Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Belle View Restaurant Ltd - ‬8 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Razvan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful place, gorgeous views !

Beautiful cottage with breathtaking views.Comfortable clean, everything you need and a very welcoming and helpful host.My wife also enjoyed the books selection found at the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

We really enjoyed this beautiful place on earth! Stewart gave us some good advice about the area and the houses were beautiful!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2024
Thanks Christian! Glad you enjoyed your stay in Cape Breton!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquility coupled with Spectacular Views

Great place to visit for peace and quiet, reading and reflection coupled with the opportunity to pursue great hiking, swimming, kayaking and live music. Stewart is a great host with helpful local knowledge on all fronts and he maintains the cottage beautifully. They look exactly like they appear in the pictures only better. Will definitely stay again on our next visit to Cape Breton Island.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2023
Thanks for your generous review James! You seemed to get the maximum out of your two-week stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Twobysea cabin

Lovely spot to explore Cape Breton. The sunsets from the house were fabulous. The house is as good if not better than the pictures. There was everything necessary to have meals at the cabin (spices, Saran Wrap, oil and balsamic vinegar to name a few). Stewart was extremely helpful and knowledgeable and gave great suggestions of activities and amenities in the area. We will definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov 2024
Always nice to hear that you found things better than the photos (even though I try to take good pictures! ;)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mustofa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best cottage in Cape Breton Island

Our family loved our stay here. The kids had a blast. And Stewart made sure our stay was fun and comfortable. A cottage experience we will not forget. The one week stay exceeded our expectations. The waterfront view was stunning and the cottage itself was exceptional. Stewart was very much involved and helpful in making sure we got settled in and familiarized with the area. He recommended many great places of attractions, local restaurants, gift shops and where to go for whale watching!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2023
We love it when young families discover Cape Breton for the first time and fall in love! Mustofa and his family was a great addition to this tradition, and we enjoyed meeting all of you, and hope you can visit again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chimney Corner Beauty

We stayed at TwoBySea for a week. Stewart was so helpful in giving us many suggestions regarding restaurants, and what/where to visit. He was always available to answer questions. The cottages were amazing with the views; they were comfortably furnished with beautiful decor and architecture! It was a very private setting and it seemed like we were the only two people there; however, still very close to many other towns and to the Cabot Trail. Would highly recommend for a lovely get-a-way!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2023
Thanks Betsy for your generous comments about our new cottage! We really love it when guests respond to the views and this beautiful area!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dream Spot

There is not good things enough to say about Two By Sea to do it justice! The location is STUNNING and the rooms/decor/layout is absolutely dreamy. Stewart was an amazing host- he gave us the best tips for places to see/eat/hike in Cape Breton (I've never had someone recommend meatloaf at a restaurant before, but I don't regret it LOL this just showed me how spot on all of his recommendations are). We are so glad we stayed here and are already looking forward to when we can return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2022
Thanks for the review Sara! You were one of our first guests at this cottage, which I have just finished after working on it for two years. The two cabins which are connected by decks, offer some options the some of the other cottages don't- a private work area in the bedroom, a wood stove, and next Spring, an outdoor shower (in addition to the roomy shower in the bathroom.) And yes, I don't often recommend specific dishes at local restaurants, but hey, that meatloaf at the Red Shoe Pub IS top notch!! ;)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Saltbox Cottage x 2

From the low wraparound deck to the bright and open interior of each cabin to the inspiring sunsets, Two by Sea is beautiful. The cottage is perfectly located on a hill with an incredible sweeping view. This was our last stop after 4 weeks of exploring NFLD, and after a long day getting to NS, once we got checked in we had everything we needed to just relax and enjoy the Cape Breton vibe. The cottage is nicely curated, comfortable and clean. We rented some unique places on this vacation and were never disappointed. This cottage also had an incredible sense of place. Very happy to have stayed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2024
Hi Judy, Glad you both enjoyed your stay in Cape Breton! You really seemed to get a lot out of your time here, packing all kinds of experience into your week-long stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Recharge and Relax

Our family of four spent a week at TwoBySea. Here is a recap of our experience. We arrived shortly after the appointed check-in time. The directions provided were clear and we had no problems finding the property or climbing the access road. The cottage was exactly as pictured, except the views are even more spectacular than the online photos. We were greeted by the owner a short while after settling in. He spent an hour giving us an overview of the area, and highlighting things to do and see. This proved very useful to us as first timers to the area. The cottage is furnished and equipped to a very high and comfortable standard, including a heated floor in the bathroom! You can drive right to the door, making unloading luggage and groceries a breeze. If you are lucky enough to secure a reservation at TwoBySea, you will not regret your decision. We highly recommend it as a base to explore this beautiful corner of Cape Breton. Pun intended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2022
Thanks for the generous review Pamela! Glad your family was comfortable- this new cottage has lots of comforts as you mention (electric heat and a wood stove; a large tiled shower, a large leather couch and chair) and a great location near the Cabot Trail, with stunning views of the ocean.
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