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Selkie’s Rest S/Y Elsie Lighthouse (Blue)

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Bedroom Area
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Seating area upstairs
Kitchenette upstairs

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 263.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Baddeck, NS
  • Place, Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Kidston Island Beach Ferry
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
    ‪10 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Garden

About this property

Selkie’s Rest S/Y Elsie Lighthouse (Blue)

Two level lighthouse Studio Apartment with Kitchenette (Small fridge, 1burner hotplate, Microwave)in the heart of the beautiful Baddeck at the start of the world famous Cabot Trail.
Our cottage features a garage for secure storage & cleaning of your bike & trailer.
A short walk to all the amenities that the village of Baddeck has to offer and centrally located for your exploration of the Cabot Trail and beautiful Cape Breton Island.
REGISTRATION #STR2425A4350

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 RYA-2023-24-03010909471937698-157

About the area

Baddeck

Located in Baddeck, this cabin is by the sea. Kidston Island Beach Ferry and Bell Bay Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore MacAulays Hill Nature Reserve and Uisage Ban Falls Provincial Park. Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre and Wagmatcook Culture and Heritage Centre are also worth visiting.
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Baddeck, NS

What's nearby

  • Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kidston Island Beach Ferry - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bell Bay Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tom's Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bean There Coffee Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Red Barn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Freight Shed At The Terrace - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Selkie’s Rest S/Y Elsie Lighthouse (Blue) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Selkie’s Rest S/Y Elsie Lighthouse (Blue)?

As of 21 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Selkie’s Rest S/Y Elsie Lighthouse (Blue) on 25 May 2026 start from NZ$224, 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 Selkie’s Rest S/Y Elsie Lighthouse (Blue)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Selkie’s Rest S/Y Elsie Lighthouse (Blue)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Selkie’s Rest S/Y Elsie Lighthouse (Blue)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Selkie’s Rest S/Y Elsie Lighthouse (Blue) located?

Situated by the sea, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Bras d'Or Lake, Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall and Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre. Kidston Island Beach Ferry and Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, comfortable, great location and excellent hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet and private. Used it as a base to explore the Cabot Trail and Cape Breton. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina P.

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

Great places to stay

Property was great, would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark and Margaret V.

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

Loved the Lighthouse

Beautiful property…convenient location…helpful tips provided
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect nest while seeing Celtic Colours!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

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

Beautiful views and setting!

Lovely visit, close to everything. I liked the guest book as it provided extra tips and insights from other visitors. The hosts had provided everything including wine and chocolate.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

Blue Lighthouse

Amazing property in a great little town. Perfect spot to enjoy the Cabot Trail.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen m.

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

Lovely location

The space is well equipped and clean. Very comfortable bed. Easy walk to town but do note it is up a hill but parking in town is easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina Julie L.

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

Thank you!

Excellent! Good location! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Very original:)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

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

Enjoyed the view

Very nice house slept with all the windows open cool breeze was great. The one-burner in the kitchenette allowed us to make an awesome beef stroganoff which amazed us. It is very unique and special we will definitely rent again when we come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

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

Lovely

We had a wonderful time. The property is very well appointed and spacious and well situated for day trips along the Cabot Trail. Quiet and private. The property owner very responsive. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM A.

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

Cozy

Very unique vrbo, lighthouse style with great views from 3 sides from the upstairs bedroom/kitchen. Downstairs great for get togethers or storing your outdoor gear. Stairs might be a concern for seniors.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ron M.

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

Great location! Clean.

Pleasant stay. Two minor issues. The heater fan blades made a terrible noise when it started and worse when it stopped. Metal on metal. Also no drawers to store clothes. Had to live out of suitcases. Otherwise, no issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jocelyn S.

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

Too small

We visited at the wrong time, November 11 was a holiday with very little open. The 12th it poured rain. We stayed inside most of the trip and the place was too small for that. There was nowhere comfortable to sit. Garage was too cold to sit down there. It wasn’t bbq weather, just bad timing. We never met the hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Wow magnifique

Très propre
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

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

Wonderful

Loved the lighthouse. Great location, very clean, and adorable. The hosts were lovely and worked with us as the hurricane changed our plans.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

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

Highly Recommend

What a great find! The Blue Lighthouse at Selkie's Rest was such a special treat with easy access to the Cabot Trail and within walking distane to the town of Baddeck. Super clean and very nicely furnished. Thank you too for the lovely welcome gifts!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

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

First Class Accomodation

In every way, this was our favourite accommodation in our 2 week tour of the beautiful province of Nova Scotia. Convenient location in quaint and central town of Baddeck. Our lodging was new, spotless and superbly decorated; our hosts were thoughtful and helpful. Well deserving of our praise!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Lovely unit and a great location

We had a wonderful time in this unique and fun unit. The hosts were very responsive and the welcome gifts were a nice gesture. The apartment was well maintained and comfortable. Very convenient location. Just a short walk from town. All in all a winner!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

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

Cozy and comfortable only a short walk to main street Baddeck

This was a nice little two-level property. The bottom floor is a finished garage with a bathroom. It would be handy if you must park your car or motorcycles inside at night. We opened the garage door and sat outside it drinking some wine for a while one night. The upper level is small but clean and has a lot of thoughtful touches. It also has air conditioning which is nice as the weather was extremely hot and humid during our visit. We walked to Tom's Pizza for supper another night and ate on their back patio deck. The pizza was very good. The town of Baddeck is incredibly picturesque and it's only a few hundred meters walk! I even walked down to the main dock in town pre sunrise to take pictures. We had a great stay. The only thing to keep in mind is the stairs to get to the upper level. They may be difficult for an elderly person but for us it was not even an issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

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