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MacToimin Cottage Private Hot Tub Cabot Trail, Pleasant Bay,N.S.

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A wooden gazebo overlooking a beach at sunset.
A small, single-story house with a green exterior, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and stove. There is a wooden cabinet with a sign above it, and a small table with chairs.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, red curtains, a window with an air conditioner, and a wall with a painting.
A coastal landscape with a view of the ocean, a road, and a forested area.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Pleasant Bay, NS
  • Place, Whale Interpretive Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Pleasant Bay Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette

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About the area

Pleasant Bay

Located in Pleasant Bay, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Whale Interpretive Centre, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cape Breton Highlands National Park and Pleasant Bay Beach.
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Pleasant Bay, NS

What's nearby

  • Whale Interpretive Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Pleasant Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Cape Breton Highlands National Park - 15 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Skyline Trail - 17 min drive - 25.5 km
  • Cheticamp Visitor Centre - 29 min drive - 44.9 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 177 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain View Motel & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rusty Anchor - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is MacToimin Cottage Private Hot Tub Cabot Trail, Pleasant Bay,N.S. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at MacToimin Cottage Private Hot Tub Cabot Trail, Pleasant Bay,N.S.?

As of 3 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at MacToimin Cottage Private Hot Tub Cabot Trail, Pleasant Bay,N.S. on 25 April 2027 start from NZ$329, 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 MacToimin Cottage Private Hot Tub Cabot Trail, Pleasant Bay,N.S.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at MacToimin Cottage Private Hot Tub Cabot Trail, Pleasant Bay,N.S.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MacToimin Cottage Private Hot Tub Cabot Trail, Pleasant Bay,N.S.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MacToimin Cottage Private Hot Tub Cabot Trail, Pleasant Bay,N.S. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Gampo Abbey and Whale Interpretive Centre. Pleasant Bay Beach is 1 mi (1.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Id would highly recommend staying here while doing the Cabot trail or visiting. Very clean, had all the essentials needed, quiet and the hot tub was great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot to stay for the night while traveling the Cabot Trail.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cutest cabin with everything you need! Easy to find, we enjoyed our stay so much!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage. Hot tub was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was just what we needed after a day of exploring and hiking on Cabot trail! The hot tub is a nice treat and there was a restaurant nearby that was open late.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fabulous !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location, nice hot tub, had all amenities to cook- stove, bbq, dishes, etc, outdoor seating with a table, board games and housecoats if needed. I really enjoyed our night at this property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience. Very cozy and comfortable cottage.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as expected. It was a great stay! Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great little cabin for a nights stay in Pleasant Bay. The cabin is right off the main road so very little privacy. Hot tub, albeit small, was a nice touch
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful quaint little cottage like home. The highlight is the hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Communication was clear, check-in was seamless, nice location as the proximity to the harbour was nice. I thought the price was very high for what the property offered.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great property. As advertised. Hot tub was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
it was great to relax in the hot tub after hiking all day.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cozy spot in a great location, with a very nice hot tub. Highly recommend for your Cabot Trail road trip!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very clean and located well for the activities we had planned. They were also very communicative and made the stay easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very quaint and loved the private hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This cottage is very cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great spot
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
All was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it! Super cute little place with hot tub. We will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great spot!

We really enjoyed our stay! The cottage was close to everything we wanted to see and do while in Pleasant Bay. Very well, appointed, and the hot tub was an extra treat after driving all day!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We liked the cozy like place. It had everything we wanted and more. Hot tub was a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cabot Trail cottage

Great stay on the Cabot Trail. Easy to get in and cozy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2023
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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great spot! Loved the hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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