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Cottage by Ocean with Stunning Views, 2 min. to beach, near Cabot Trail & Park
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10 out of 10
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2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 4 768 sq ft
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Chimney Corner, NS
- Chimney Corner Beach3 min walk
- Margaree Harbour Range Rear Lighthouse12 min drive
- Cabot Links29 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
kids bedroom
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cottage by Ocean with Stunning Views, 2 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 7-acre property.
Eagles Pass has been listed by DWELL as one of "Eight Outstanding Cottages for Rent in Canada." It says: "A lovely holiday home by the sea on Nova Scotia’s Cape Breton Island, this cabin is surrounded by walking trails and stunning beaches. Its interior and (shingled exterior) are inspired by the region's maritime architecture."
If your preferred weeks happen to be booked, please check our other lovely oceanside cottages: #203860, #382569, #3490361 #4265347 #2599594.
EaglesPass is also featured in the March/ April 2025 issue of Cottage Life Magazine “Home from Away; 6 DREAMY CABINS ON CAPE BRETON”
Some of what they have 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.”
EaglesPass cottage books by the week, Saturday to Saturday
Features you'll love:
• right on the ocean with lot of privacy
• gorgeous property with 3 ponds and 2 spring-fed brooks.
• huge windows facing ocean with incredible views of beach
• open structure, contemporary yet rustic furnishings, beautiful artwork, beautiful artwork leather couch, walls finished with white boards inside, sleek Spruce floors and cedar shingles outside in classic Cape Breton style.
• wi-fi and a very fast Fibre-op internet connection
• Queen bed in Master bedrm. and single bed + IKEA chair-bed in Second bedrm.
• a fully-equipped kitchen with gas stove, living area and roomy bathroom with heated floors and a fully-tiled shower.
• all necessaries included: linens, towels, kitchen staples, soaps.
• large deck with Adirondack chairs and BBQ
• A propane fireplace for cozy Fall days + electric heat.
• a well-stocked library and games for the kids.
• private parking 2 cars
• whales, eagles, and fishing boats pass by in front, and sightings of deer, moose, bobcats and foxes.
• good restaurants, music, crafters, hiking and world-class golf closeby at Cabot Cliffs, and a number of grocery stores (15 min. to a half-hour).
• famous Chimney Corner beach 2 minutes away with safe swimming for kids, two other beaches within 6 minutes; Cabot Trail 5 minutes, National Park 30 minutes.
Bell grew up in nearby Margaree Valley, while I grew up in Toronto and have lived here full-time for 30 years. I built this cottage myself with guests in mind; the result is a cottage that has all of the charm of our original SeaSky cottage, but with excellent amenities, and lots of privacy, right beside the ocean.
There is a rich, strong culture here, historically and musically, and life unwinds at its own special pace. In a week you can really get a sense of the rhythms and charm of Cape Breton.
It's nice to be in a place where you don't need air-conditioning; Cape Breton summers are warm-to-hot in the day, but perfect in the evening, and at the shore there are lovely ocean breezes.
Eagles Pass has been listed by DWELL as one of "Eight Outstanding Cottages for Rent in Canada." It says: "A lovely holiday home by the sea on Nova Scotia’s Cape Breton Island, this cabin is surrounded by walking trails and stunning beaches. Its interior and (shingled exterior) are inspired by the region's maritime architecture."
If your preferred weeks happen to be booked, please check our other lovely oceanside cottages: #203860, #382569, #3490361 #4265347 #2599594.
EaglesPass is also featured in the March/ April 2025 issue of Cottage Life Magazine “Home from Away; 6 DREAMY CABINS ON CAPE BRETON”
Some of what they have 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.”
EaglesPass cottage books by the week, Saturday to Saturday
Features you'll love:
• right on the ocean with lot of privacy
• gorgeous property with 3 ponds and 2 spring-fed brooks.
• huge windows facing ocean with incredible views of beach
• open structure, contemporary yet rustic furnishings, beautiful artwork, beautiful artwork leather couch, walls finished with white boards inside, sleek Spruce floors and cedar shingles outside in classic Cape Breton style.
• wi-fi and a very fast Fibre-op internet connection
• Queen bed in Master bedrm. and single bed + IKEA chair-bed in Second bedrm.
• a fully-equipped kitchen with gas stove, living area and roomy bathroom with heated floors and a fully-tiled shower.
• all necessaries included: linens, towels, kitchen staples, soaps.
• large deck with Adirondack chairs and BBQ
• A propane fireplace for cozy Fall days + electric heat.
• a well-stocked library and games for the kids.
• private parking 2 cars
• whales, eagles, and fishing boats pass by in front, and sightings of deer, moose, bobcats and foxes.
• good restaurants, music, crafters, hiking and world-class golf closeby at Cabot Cliffs, and a number of grocery stores (15 min. to a half-hour).
• famous Chimney Corner beach 2 minutes away with safe swimming for kids, two other beaches within 6 minutes; Cabot Trail 5 minutes, National Park 30 minutes.
Bell grew up in nearby Margaree Valley, while I grew up in Toronto and have lived here full-time for 30 years. I built this cottage myself with guests in mind; the result is a cottage that has all of the charm of our original SeaSky cottage, but with excellent amenities, and lots of privacy, right beside the ocean.
There is a rich, strong culture here, historically and musically, and life unwinds at its own special pace. In a week you can really get a sense of the rhythms and charm of Cape Breton.
It's nice to be in a place where you don't need air-conditioning; Cape Breton summers are warm-to-hot in the day, but perfect in the evening, and at the shore there are lovely ocean breezes.
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Amenities
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Free WiFi
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available
Sea view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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 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
Property Registration Number STR2425B6905
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Margaree Harbour
Located in Margaree Harbour, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Inverness County Centre for the Arts and Inverness Miners Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Margaree Harbour Range Rear Lighthouse and Margaree Fish Hatchery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Chimney Corner, NS
What's nearby
- Chimney Corner Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 km
- Margaree Harbour Range Rear Lighthouse - 12 min drive - 8.9 km
- Cabot Links - 29 min drive - 28.3 km
- Cabot Cliffs Golf Course - 31 min drive - 25.5 km
- Inverness Beach - 32 min drive - 30.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Belle View Restaurant - 9 min drive
- Woodroad Restaurant - 18 min walk
- Family Restaurant - 6 min drive
- Lobster Pound Bistro - 10 min drive
- Belle View Restaurant Ltd - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by stewart applegath

I built the cottage because I always thought it would be an interesting challenge to build something from the ground up, all by myself. There was a lovely underused spot on the oceanfront property with spectacular views, and after settling on the perfect spot, I started in July of 2009 and worked through the winter and spring to finish. It was more work than I anticipated, but there were also great rewards. It was spectacular to look up from framing a wall to see a bald eagle passing overhead, or a wild hare go by on the new deck as I worked inside. There were also good times with friends and family, as they helped when there was need for more than two hands.
Why they chose this property
Cape Breton is a spectacular place, and the scenery on this stretch of coast is particularly striking; it can also be dramatic, with 130 kph winds (81 mph) at many points of the year. One must keep a clean yard in such conditions! There is such a rich culture here, historically and musically, and life unwinds at its own special pace. We see some of the most dramatic sunsets anywhere, watch whales play in our front yard, and fishermen haul their lobster traps every year. Moose, eagles, deer and foxes are regulars. It's easy to meet people, and the daily rhythm here is slower than in most cities; we visit neighbours and friends whenever we can, as we are busy in the summer months. It's also nice to be in a place where you don't need air-conditioning; Cape Breton summers are warm-to-hot in the day, but perfect in the evening, and at the shore there are breezes to keep any bugs at bay.
What makes this property unique
Chimney Corner beach is one of the finest on the island, and it's mostly unoccupied during the week– in addition to the fine beach and swimming, there are interesting rock formations to explore nearby. Cape Breton is a spectacular place, and you'll find the scenery on this stretch of coastline particularly striking.
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