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

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A two-story house with a front porch and a garage.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large window providing natural light.
A room with a wooden ceiling, a dining table with chairs, a window, and a kitchen area visible through an open door.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a window with blinds.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a blue accent wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Garage parking available

    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Baddeck Boardwalk
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available
  • Garden
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Baddeck, NS
  • Place, Baddeck Boardwalk
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
    ‪11 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.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

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

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03010909471937698-157
Property # 2733695vb
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

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. Wagmatcook Culture and Heritage Centre and Ross Ferry Provincial Park are also worth visiting.
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Map
Baddeck, NS

What's nearby

  • Baddeck Boardwalk - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kidston Island Beach Ferry - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bell Bay Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tom's Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lynwood Inn Restaraunt - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Main Street - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Baddeck Lobster Supper - ‬9 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 18 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Selkie’s Rest S/Y Elsie Lighthouse (Blue) on 25 September 2026 start from NZ$785, 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 and Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall. Kidston Island Beach Ferry and Baddeck Boardwalk 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. 25 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing. Right at the beginning of the Cabot Trail so excellent location. I would highly recommend it. Thank you for a great resting place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Probably the freshest, cleanest place we've ever stayed! This was the perfect place for both of us to stay while touring the Cabot Trail at Cape Breton. We were within walking distance of town, and we had everything we needed at Selkies Rest! Thanks for the wine and snacks, and all you do to make such an awesome VRBO!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect nest while seeing Celtic Colours!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 October 2025
Thank you for staying with us!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2023
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed your stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2024
Thanks for staying with us ! I’m glad you enjoyed your stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2024
Thanks so much Gina!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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
Response from VrboOwner on 24 October 2024
Hi Ronald thanks for the feed back on the fan we had no idea! It was probably the first time it was on this year as most people use the mini split. I wish you had let us know we would have had it fixed immediately.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2023
So sorry you didn’t enjoy your stay in Baddeck. This time of year is pretty quiet around here. Unfortunately the weather was awful! But it is November in Atlantic Canada always so unpredictable. I do wish you had let us know that the garage was cold you could certainly have turned up the heat.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un très bel hébergement décoré avec goût, très bien situé et avec de belles attentions. Nous y serions demeuré plus longtemps
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Merci beaucoup à Michelle pour tous une expérience à refaire Tank you,,Merci beaucoup
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A superb, highly unique, and clean property, with a garage that was incredibly convenient for the motorcycle. It is within walking distance of everything in the village of Baddeck and a great location for driving the Cabot Trail. A solid 5-star rating from us. We would recommend it, and if we were to return, we would stay in the same place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2026
Thank you so much! You are welcome to come back anytime!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOVED our time in Baddeck!!! The property was immaculate, comfortable and provided the perfect home base for exploring Cape Breton!!! We highly recommend this beautiful and unique location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wow magnifique

Très propre
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

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