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Behie House - charming home on the Strait of Canso

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View of house from the front lawn
Screened veranda on entry
Kitchen from the porch

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sand Point, NS
  • Lazares Island
  • Port Shoreham Beach Provincial Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Blue Room

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Sand Room

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Behie House - charming home on the Strait of Canso

Welcome to Behie House! We are a hidden gem tucked along the coastline of Guysborough County. Come stay in our precious 3-bedroom home with a full kitchen and dining area for large groups, a bright and open living room, and a fully screened veranda on a rural property where kids and animals can play.

Wake up in the gorgeous countryside and come downstairs to enjoy your morning coffee overlooking the Strait of Canso and Cape Breton Island.

A 25 minute drive to Guysborough and Cape Breton, Behie House serves as a great home base for exploring southern Cape Breton and the Eastern Shore. Explore our varied beaches to do some beachcombing, sightseeing, sunbathing, or swimming, and keep on the lookout for hiking trails - directions are provided on the fridge in the house (including some recommended, more hidden local areas!)

We are open year round. In the fall and winter you can expect a warm, cozy retreat with heat pumps on all levels of the house. So if you're looking for a wonderful getaway in the colder months, or even just a home all your own while you're on a business trip, Behie House is the perfect fit.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Sea view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total
No pets on furniture please.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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 first aid kit
Property Registration Number STR2526D4245

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Sand Point

Located in Sand Point, this holiday home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Shoreham Beach Provincial Park and Janvrin Island Nature Reserve, while Mulgrave Heritage Centre and Port Hastings Historical Society Museum and Archives are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sand Point, NS

What's nearby

  • Port Shoreham Beach Provincial Park - 25 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Port Hastings Historical Society Museum and Archives - 30 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Port Hasting Museum - 30 min drive - 29.9 km
  • Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre - 36 min drive - 35.5 km

Frequently asked questions

Is Behie House - charming home on the Strait of Canso pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Behie House - charming home on the Strait of Canso?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Behie House - charming home on the Strait of Canso?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Behie House - charming home on the Strait of Canso located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Mulgrave Heritage Centre and 11.8 mi (18.9 km) from Port Shoreham Beach Provincial Park. Port Hastings Historical Society Museum and Archives and Port Hasting Museum are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is very clean and well kept. The owner responded to emails super fast. I would definitely recomend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this sweet home. The owner truly went above and beyond to make our stay special. The home was filled with thoughtful touches and had everything we could possibly need. It felt like home. Many thanks to the owner!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and well kept home. The owner stopped by to make sure our stay was going OK and to see if we needed anything. Enjoyed spending time in Port Hawkesbury and sitting by the water at the nearby rocky shore. Owner has good directions on how to get to get to other nearby sandy beaches.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was adorable, very comfortable, really cozy and we felt like we were really staying in our own home. It overlooked the bay had great views. Well stock kitchen, comfortable beds, great lawn and really friendly for our dog Luna-- The location was easy to find and easy to get to local beaches and the town of guysboro to listen to music. Plus it was so quiet we could sit on the screen and porch or sit in the garden and just gaze and be very peaceful -- We were especially grateful to the host who handled a minor emergency quickly easily and they made it simple and not a bother at all
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Emma O'Halloran

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I'm Emma! I am a Heritage Carpenter and a Cabinetmaker, and I love woodworking and doing things outdoors. You're likely to catch me hiking, swimming, exploring, hanging out on the veranda or driving around in my old truck with a project on the go!

Why they chose this property

Sand Point is where my family is from and where my siblings and parents grew up. This house is deeply rooted in our family’s history and is very special to us. My grandparents renovated the property many years ago and have always cherished it. They hosted many summer vacations and holidays here, serving great food and offering the best company.

What makes this property unique

What makes our property truly unique is its role as the backdrop to generations of family memories. It’s not just the beautiful renovations my grandparents made, or the view out to the Strait, but the way this place has been a steady presence through holidays, laughter, and long conversations over homemade meals.

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