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Spectacular oceanfront on the cliffs of Cape Breton with a private beach

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A coastal property with a deck overlooking the sea, featuring a small house with a window and a door, and a separate building with a visible chimney.
A view of a coastal house with a wooden deck and a window overlooking the sea.
A small cabin with a door and window, surrounded by grass and a tree, near a body of water during sunset.
A room with a view of the sea through a window, a laptop on a table, and a door leading outside.
A modern living room with a glass coffee table supported by a unique antler base.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Sampsons Cove, NS
  • Place, Forest Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Joshua Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Richmond Municipal Building
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Sampson Cove

Located in Sampson Cove, this holiday home is near the beach. LeNoir Forge Museum and MacAskill House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pondville Beach Provincial Park and St. Peters Marina. Scuba diving and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Sampsons Cove, NS

What's nearby

  • Forest Lake - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Joshua Park - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Little Dry Lake - 12 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Richmond Municipal Building - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Pondville Beach Provincial Park - 15 min drive - 12.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪La Goélette À Pépé Café - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kenny's Pizza Arichat - Jeantie's Mini-Mart - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Scratch Eats Market - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gulliver's Landing Tea Room - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mr T's Pizzeria - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular oceanfront on the cliffs of Cape Breton with a private beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Spectacular oceanfront on the cliffs of Cape Breton with a private beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular oceanfront on the cliffs of Cape Breton with a private beach?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular oceanfront on the cliffs of Cape Breton with a private beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular oceanfront on the cliffs of Cape Breton with a private beach located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Petit-de-Grat Island and within 3 miles (5 km) of Mouse Island and Henris Island. Joshua Park is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Petit

Wonderful place and host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thank you William for staying in the Sailor`s Rest House. Your are very welcome to come back
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

not what we expected and a safety concern

First, the positives. The unit was very clean and well stocked with everything you need. Bob clearly wants his guests to enjoy nature and was very responsive to my questions. However, we were disappointed. The place is not nearly as secluded as it looks in the listing. We had the impression from the listing and the video that we would see/hear waves, but when we arrived, the sea was very calm with just ripples. The next morning it was the same. Bob is a sailor and explained that waves are dependent on the wind. We are city people and the lake near us always has waves when we go to the waterfront, so I assumed that we could expect waves, and I would expect that at some point in the week, there would be. But a couple other things that were not disclosed in the listing convinced us to leave after just one night (we booked and paid for 7 nights). The ceiling by the stairway is very low and I hit my head very hard when going upstairs. Since the bathroom is on the 1st floor and the bedroom is on the 2nd floor, the thought of getting up a couple times every night and trying to remember to duck going up and down the stairs was not pleasant. Also, the doorways are low so I had to crouch down when moving through the unit. We decided that we just could not stay there. Also, the house rules that I received a few days before our stay are not in the listing. Had I known that guests are not supposed to flush toilet paper and are expected to put used tp in a bag and take the bag out to the trash, we might have had second thoughts. We ended up staying elsewhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Paysage incroyable

Hotes et voisins tout prêt mais super gentil et discret. Vielle petite maison sympa, Max 4 personnes. Nous avons eu l'impression de demeurer sur un voilier avec le bruit des vagues et les plafond bas. Le plage de Pondville sable et vagues a15 minutes en auto max. Une seul petite penderie a l'étage et aucun meubles pour ranger votre linge, les chambres sont petite. Tout doit rester dans la valise. Att pour certains pas de papier de toilette dans la toilette et recyclage 3 poubelles dans la cuisine. Ile de grat et Isle Madame pas de réseau cellulaire, mais wifi dans la maison ok. Pour les restos si vous aimé la friture vous aller apprécié le resto Island Nest sur Isle Madame 10 minutes en auto. Epicerie a faire avant d'arriver si possible a Port Hawkesburry. les autres sont des dépanneurs.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Retreat time we all need

Bob is an amazing host, very helpful and well informed about the neighborhoods. The Captain’ s Rest is a quiet, peaceful, clean place surrounded by beautiful vegetation and water. Truly enjoyed our 3-day stay! Mary & Greg
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magic in the Acadian Lands

If you like to look seaward and listen to the gulls and water slapping on the rocks, this is for you. A renovated cabin tucked into a small rocky cove with a deck and big window looking out over the Atlantic. Friendly hosts and neighbours. Lots of places to walk and kayak. Plenty of rural scenery on small winding roads. A good coffee shop, several places to eat, a bakery and grocery store not far away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views and engaging host

If you are looking for a property whose views of the powerful ocean capture your attention, this is the place. Beautiful! Bob, the host, is very friendly and attentive to the needs of his guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
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