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Sailor`s Rest House On The Cliffs Of Petit De Grat In a French Acadian Community

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9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom1000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Sampson Cove, NS
  • Petit-de-Grat Island
    9 min walk
  • Mouse Island
    4 min drive
  • Henris Island
    5 min drive
  • Port Hawkesbury, NS (YPS)
    62 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Sampson Cove

On the beach.A stay at this cottage places you within half a mile (1 km) of Petit-de-Grat Island and 3 miles (5 km) of Mouse Island. Henris Island and Joshua Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Petit-de-Grat Island - 9 min walk
  • Shaw Lake - 13 min drive
  • Lazares Island - 23 min drive
  • Bras d'Or Lake - 42 min drive
  • St. Peters Marina - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Nest - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Groundswell Inn & Activity Center - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Arichat Seafood Market & Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Shirley's Spud Wagon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sporty's Take Out - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sailor`s Rest House On The Cliffs Of Petit De Grat In a French Acadian Community

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The Sailors Rest House is located on the beautiful Isle Madame, the French Acadian heart of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia (Eastern Shore). Originally built by the first settlers in the mid-1800s, Sailors Rest has recently been fully renovated and now offers comfortable rooms equipped with bright furniture and handcrafted driftwood beach art. Here you can enjoy two cozy rooms with twin beds (one extendable to 2x2m = 78x78inch) on the first floor or watch the sunset from the elevated couch on the ground floor.
You will immediately enjoy the L-shape deck, located on a 35,514 sq. ft. property, bordering the rocks and one of the 7 sand and pebbles beaches with lots of privacy.
Ask for our Hobie Adventure Island Trimarans. Learn how to sail in one day with our instructions.
After crossing the Atlantic and living on our sailboat for a few years we make a rest and renovated our private Sailor`s Rest House with lots of love.

Das Sailor`s Rest Haus liegt im Osten der Insel Nova Scotia, genauer gesagt auf der charmanten, franko kanadisch geprägten Isle Madame im Osten Kanadas, z.B. von Frankfurt aus in 6-7 Stunden Direktflug mehrmals wöchentlich erreichbar. Es gibt keinen atemberaubenderen und exponierteren Ort auf der Insel.

WIFI high speed Internet and linen/towels included

Security or Damage Deposit
A refundable security/damage deposit of 400 CAD is due at booking. We accept credit card or paypal. When warranted, the deposit (or portion thereof) is refunded within 5 days of departure.

Pet Policy, Deposit & Fees
Pets are not allowed due to bylaws/regulations/policies.

Cleaning on Departure
Cleaning is 95 CAD, property must be left clean. No dirty dishes, pots etc. Shall the property be left very dirty, the security/ damage deposit will not be refunded in full.

Bevore arrival we will contact you and send a pdf file with informations about key, garbage separation (due to recycling on the island) and POI.

Parking is free.
Our lovely old fishermanâ??s house sits on the rocks at the end of the quaint fishing village of Sampsons Cove and is surrounded by the ocean. Here you can enjoy a stunning and endless view in any direction, many walking trails just a stone throw away, or in 5 minutes drive the Cap Auguet Eco-trail with 4 different loops, or the huge sandy beach of Pondville Provincial Park in 10 minutes drive.

This area with Acadian roots breathes the history of the old days gone by. Find more about the origin at the nearby La Picasse University and Cultural Center with library.
Enjoy the taste of Nova Scotia, get very fresh food and vegetables at Pebble and Fern Market Garden in 15 minutes walking distance or pick your own cranberries on our property. The Rockloaf Farm offers good meat of well treated animals. The Corner Bridge Store with Canada Poste has a Bakery in Petit de Grat next to St. Joseph in 3 Min distance or get more food at Coop Supermarket in 10 min.
Petit de Grat and Arichat are well known for excellent seafood. Clearwater and Premium Seafood with market deliver worldwide.
Isle Madame, said to have been named for Madame de Maintenon (1635-1719), second wife of King Louis XIV of France, has borne this name since 1720. The island is roughly 16 km long (from east to west) and 11 km wide (from north to south). Basque, French, and English fishermen visited the island from the beginning of the 16th century
we offer sailing tours, instructions on our very safe Hobie Adventure Island Trimarans and fishing tours with our 17 ft aluminum 40 HP power boat. Please ask for infos and availability. We rent bicycles as well.
This reservation has a No Refunds cancellation policy.
There are no refunds given for this property. CanadaStays Booking Fees are non-refundable.
Our house rules: not suitable for children aged 2 - 12, primary renter must be 25 or older, no smoking, no parties or events, no pets.
We provide you with many infos, travel guides, how to get here etc. upon request.

Property manager

Bob

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR2425A5215

Property is also known as

Sailor`s Rest House Cliffs Petit Grat Cape Breton Nova Scotia
Sailor`s Rest Cliffs Petit Grat Cape Breton Nova Scotia
Sailor`s Rest House Cliffs Petit Grat Cape Breton Nova Scotia
Sailor`s Rest House Cliffs Petit Grat Cape Breton Nova Scotia
Sailor`s Rest Cliffs Petit Grat Cape Breton Nova Scotia
Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

Does Sailor`s Rest House On The Cliffs Of Petit De Grat In a French Acadian Community have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Sailor`s Rest House On The Cliffs Of Petit De Grat In a French Acadian Community to the beach?

This cottage is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sailor`s Rest House On The Cliffs Of Petit De Grat In a French Acadian Community offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sailor`s Rest House On The Cliffs Of Petit De Grat In a French Acadian Community?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Sailor`s Rest House On The Cliffs Of Petit De Grat In a French Acadian Community?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sailor`s Rest House On The Cliffs Of Petit De Grat In a French Acadian Community?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Sailor`s Rest House On The Cliffs Of Petit De Grat In a French Acadian Community have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Sailor`s Rest House On The Cliffs Of Petit De Grat In a French Acadian Community have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Sailor`s Rest House On The Cliffs Of Petit De Grat In a French Acadian Community to downtown Sampson Cove?

This cottage is 0.2 mi away from Sampson Cove.

Sailor`s Rest House On The Cliffs Of Petit De Grat In a French Acadian Community Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil Time
We enjoyed our stay at Sailor's Rest. So close to the oceanfront that we were lulled to sleep by the waves each night. A good location for exploring the grandeur of Cape Breton Island.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Clara W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Restorative Place
We enjoyed our stay here very much. We appreciated the beautiful rock bound coastal setting and the rustic charm of this house. The scenery is very restorative. We enjoyed taking back roads to various places and enjoying the views. The owners were excellent hosts and very kind. They answered our questions and helped us find seafood and lovely places to explore. The bath mat and new fan were greatly appreciated. The drying rack was super helpful, rather than using the line. We know this place is a work of love. The house is best suited for people who are flexible with their plans and physically able. The stairs to the second floor are quite steep but the railing on the left side is helpful.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Perry M.

Things I wish we had known
The view from this place is spectacular. We saw lobster fisherman checking their traps every morning right up close. Unforgettable. Also unforgettable is the fact that you are not allowed to flush any toilet paper and the toilet toilet paper goes into poop bucket next to the commode, why they don’t install a composting toilet I will never know. The floors are very uneven because it’s such an old building, but if you have any balance issues forewarned also if you plan to use the upstairs, please note that there is no railing on the outside of the stairs , this seems to be a liability issue as it would be easy to just fall because the stairs are very steep. Perhaps the other renters mentioned these things in their reviews but the reviews are all in French so I missed it if you enjoy roughing it indoors this is the place for you Again the view is what makes this place spectacular not the place itself
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024