Quiet 60 acre farmhouse retreat close to beach and under 3 hours from Halifax
Discover the absolute solitude of this Cape Breton Island gem. Kintyre Farm has served as gathering place for family and friends, with easy access to forest and ocean, local adventures and fantastic local arts and crafts. Make it your starting point for the Cabot Trail or stay a week in complete serenity.
With 60 acres of birch, maple and pine woods, fields of berries and wildflowers and a mountain-fed waterfall and stream, you can immerse yourself in a private nature wonderland. This early-1900s solar-powered farmhouse has everything you need to stay anytime of year.
There are four bedrooms (1-king, 2-queen, 3-two singles, 4-one single that can expand into two singles, side-by-side), two full bathrooms, a large kitchen that opens into a dining nook, a living room with a wood stove that opens onto a screened-in porch and a deck beyond.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please remove trash from the house and leave it in the bin at the end of the driveway. It must be secure so as not to attract bears!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No guest access to the shed, barn, basement or truck.
Do not flush anything except for toilet paper.
This is our family and friend retreat. Please leave the property as you found it!
Important information
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Property Registration Number STR2526B5797
Property # 3455897vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Judique
Located in Judique, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. North Canso Lighthouse and Mother of Sorrows Pioneer Shrine are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port Hood Station Provincial Park and West Mabou Beach Provincial Park. Celtic Music Interpretive Centre and Bellemeade Farm Shoppe are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
Celtic Music Interpretive Centre - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Glenora Inn and Distillery - 36 min drive - 53.1 km
Cabot Links - 45 min drive - 66.3 km
Cabot Cliffs Golf Course - 55 min drive - 72.4 km
Saint Francis Xavier University - 59 min drive - 102.3 km
Getting around
Sydney, NS (YQY) - 143 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Quiet 60 acre farmhouse retreat close to beach and under 3 hours from Halifax pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Quiet 60 acre farmhouse retreat close to beach and under 3 hours from Halifax?
As of 19 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quiet 60 acre farmhouse retreat close to beach and under 3 hours from Halifax on 3 May, 2027 start from S$833, 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 Quiet 60 acre farmhouse retreat close to beach and under 3 hours from Halifax?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Quiet 60 acre farmhouse retreat close to beach and under 3 hours from Halifax?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Quiet 60 acre farmhouse retreat close to beach and under 3 hours from Halifax?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Quiet 60 acre farmhouse retreat close to beach and under 3 hours from Halifax located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Celtic Music Interpretive Centre and within 12 miles (20 km) of Bornish Hill Nature Reserve and Port Hood Station Provincial Park. Southwest Mabou River Nature Reserve is 11.8 mi (19 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Laura Simpson
I grew up in Halifax, Nova Scotia, but spent many weekends, holidays and summers in this special place called Kintyre Farm.
Why they chose this property
My family's ancestors first landed in Judique in the late 1700s from Scotland to find a new home.
What makes this property unique
It is the most peaceful and serene place I know on earth.