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Southrock Cottage, your Cabot Trail cottage retreat in beautiful South Harbour.

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A wooden deck with a bench and a vase of flowers, overlooking a lake with hills in the background.
A wooden interior with a green staircase, a kitchen area with a sink, and a door with a window.
A house with a dock extending into a lake, surrounded by trees and a grassy area.
A window view of a snowy landscape with birch trees and a lake.
A building with a brick exterior and a window with a metal frame.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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South Harbour, NS
  • Place, Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Ski Cape Smokey
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, Skyline Trail
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom - Loft

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Southrock Cottage, your Cabot Trail cottage retreat in beautiful South Harbour.

Southrock Cottage, your cottage retreat, located on the Cabot Trail with spacious and private waterfront on South Harbour. The first floor has one bedroom with a queen bed, an enclosed very private glassed-in porch, 3 pc washroom, and open kitchen and dining area. The second floor open loft, which overlooks the 1st floor kitchen dining area and beautiful South Harbour, includes a TV / reading area and sleeping area with two single beds. Exterior space includes multiple decks (6), a separate screen house (right next to the water), staircase between decks and private water beach area. There is also a separate laundry and recycling centre and a small storage building housing firewood, paper, etc. Throughout one enjoys views of the water and mountains.
There is a wood stove with glass door for chilly evenings and an outside open fire pit.
Fabulous beaches, hiking trails, kayak and bike rental facilities, restaurants, grocery stores, and other community facilities including pharmacy and medical centre are all within a few minutes reach from your quiet lightly populated scenic location.
Multiple stairways, decks and loft area make this location unsuitable for children.
Along with your private lot, you share with the cottage owners an adjacent 17 acre property that has over 1800 feet of shoreline, walking roadway and trails. You have shared use of owner's kayaks and canoe.
Minimum 4 day rental period. STR2526B7596 is Victoria County, NS registration number.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
No children under 7 - insurance safety requirement
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Events

No events allowed
Absolutely no parties or events.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Maximum 4 persons permitted to stay at location overnight.
Minimum 4 day rental strictly applied. Maximum 60 days length of stay.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STR2425B6690
Property # 1264678vb
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
Note from host: absolutely no parties or events.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit 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

South Harbour

Located in South Harbour, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. St. Paul Island South Point Lighthouse and St. Paul Island Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Breton Highlands National Park and Yellow Head Conservation Lands. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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South Harbour, NS

What's nearby

  • Cape Breton Highlands National Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Highlands Links - 40 min drive - 50.4 km
  • Ski Cape Smokey - 44 min drive - 55.5 km
  • Cape Smokey Provincial Park - 46 min drive - 59.4 km
  • Skyline Trail - 47 min drive - 67.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Morrison's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪South Harbour Pantry - Supply Pantry - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Celtic Touch Bakery & Pizzeria - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Danena's Cafe and Bakery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Denenas - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Southrock Cottage, your Cabot Trail cottage retreat in beautiful South Harbour. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Southrock Cottage, your Cabot Trail cottage retreat in beautiful South Harbour.?

As of 2 Sept, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southrock Cottage, your Cabot Trail cottage retreat in beautiful South Harbour. on 7 Aug, 2027 start from S$2,198, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Southrock Cottage, your Cabot Trail cottage retreat in beautiful South Harbour.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Southrock Cottage, your Cabot Trail cottage retreat in beautiful South Harbour.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southrock Cottage, your Cabot Trail cottage retreat in beautiful South Harbour.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Southrock Cottage, your Cabot Trail cottage retreat in beautiful South Harbour. located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Harbour cottage is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Cape Breton Highlands National Park and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from North Highlands Community Museum. Yellow Head Conservation Lands and Paquets Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Keith and Lorraine MacIntosh

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Languages:

English, French
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