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#1 The Gray Owl Cottage

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Living area
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with white and black bedding, a red pillow, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall with three framed inspirational quotes.
A two-story house with a covered porch, a red door, and a small front yard.
Private kitchen
An outdoor patio with a pergola, string lights, and a grill.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Fireplace
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • Non-smoking
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Inverness County, Nova Scotia
  • Place, Margaree Fish Hatchery
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Cabot Links
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Cabot Cliffs Golf Course
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

#1 The Gray Owl Cottage

Kick back and relax in this cozy, peaceful cottage with a spectacular mountain view. Take a relaxing walk to the Margaree River and enjoy swimming or fishing. Your vacation home is situated perfectly for accessing the best parts of Cape Breton Island's touring, hiking, golfing and snowmobiling.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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 STR2627D1829
Property # 5497265vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Portree

Located in Portree, #1 Misty Mountain View w/ River access on site is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chimney Corner Nature Reserve and Doyles Bridge Pool, while Margaree Salmon Museum and Gallery La Bella Mona Lisa are cultural highlights. Centre de la Mi-Careme and Les Trois Pignons are also worth visiting. Water tubing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Inverness County, Nova Scotia

What's nearby

  • Margaree Fish Hatchery - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Cabot Links - 45 min drive - 55.5 km
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 45 min drive - 62.4 km
  • Cabot Cliffs Golf Course - 49 min drive - 54.4 km
  • Glenora Inn and Distillery - 54 min drive - 68.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dancing Goat - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Big Intervale Fishing Lodge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Normaway Inn & Cabins - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is #1 Misty Mountain View w/ River access on site pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at #1 The Gray Owl Cottage?

As of 8 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at #1 The Gray Owl Cottage on 19 October 2026 start from NZ$771, 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.

What time is check-in at #1 Misty Mountain View w/ River access on site?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at #1 Misty Mountain View w/ River access on site?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is #1 Misty Mountain View w/ River access on site located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Margaree Fish Hatchery and within 9 miles (15 km) of Margaree Salmon Museum and Doyles Bridge Pool. Lake O'Law Picnic Park and Polycarpe Glass Art are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cabin. Fresh drinking water, peaceful atmosphere.Very nice host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and cozy. Well kept both inside and out. Great view of the mountains especially at sunset. Kitchen was well stocked so it was easy to prepare a few meals. Although a great breakfast and lunch cafe was about a 10 minute drive away. Laundry facilities within the cabin was a bonus
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin, full kitchen, wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Off the beaten path and an excellent base camp for exploration of Cape Breton. It was cozy and perfectly appointed. Enjoyed the screened in porch & hammock. Impeccably clean and stocked with essentials. They thought of everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our time at this wonderful property. Chris provided excellent communication throughout our stay, including detailed instructions on getting to the property, references to local restaurants and grocery stores, and guidance on departure instructions. During our stay the area lost electricity due to a storm and Chris responded immediately with a backup generator, which he kept running until electricity was restored. The cabin (number 1) was clean and well provisioned, comfortable, and a great base camp for exploring the Cape Breton area. We were pleased with the quiet solitude the cabin provided, while having access to WiFi and streaming services. The enclosed porch, which includes a small gas grill and a hammock, was a bonus! Great facilities, wonderful communication and support, all in a lovely nature setting. Many thanks to Chris and Kerry for a wonderful home during our tour of Cape Breton!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2026
Thank you so much for being so wonderful.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Convenient stay!

Working on a project in the area and this was a great stay, not a far drive from amenities. Gorgeous spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved our stay. Great place to stay with a pristine cabin and quiet atmosphere. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place to stay

Chris is wonderful to deal with, property beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed relaxing in this cabin and appreciated having washer/dryer in the cabin. It’s a bit of a drive to Cabot trail, but enjoyed coming back to the peacefulness of this location and lazy mornings.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay!

Lovely property and the space was done very well. A great home base for our first trip to Cape Breton (breakfast at The Dancing Goat is a must!)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Thoroughly enjoyed
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Adonai Adventure Outpost

Top notch cabin, new, clean and well equipped. Very friendly owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Convenient spot

Another great stay for a project in the area: clean, easy to access and cozy. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location for fishing the Margaree. First class facilities

Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Stay

Our family (mom, dad and our three 18+ children) had a wonderful stay at the cabin! It was clean and well-equipped to make dinner after a day of exploring. It was centrally located for the activities we wanted to do on Cape Breton. Overall, we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely!

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this lovely cabin. It is very clean, cozy, nicely decorated and appointed. The view of the Margaree mountains is beautiful and the river is a short walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2023
Patti, Thanks so much for your kind review! We hope to see you again sometime! Chris
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Off the Grid!

Nice, clean and comfortable! Fun spot! We enjoyed very much! Thank you
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place to Get Away

Chris was awesome to deal with! The cabin was perfect, brand new, and looks exactly like the photos. The property was pretty easy to find and a nice escape from the city. The views of the mountains are fantastic and there are nice trails nearby. Great location to relax and cozy up by the fire, would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We walked in the door and looked around. Literally everything you could ask for was in the cabin. Layout is beautiful, screened in deck is very nice. Temp control is great. There were toys inside for the kids to play with. Just an amazing experience run by great people. Definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceptional

Lovely cabin, well stocked, beautiful grounds, hiking on site, Cabot Trail nearby. Thank you Chris!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful vacation home

Our cabin exceeded our expectations. It was so new and clean! We loved it and would highly recommend it. Plenty of room for 4 or 5. The cabin is tucked back in off the main road along with 4 other cabins so you feel like you're in your own little valley.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property with Stunning View

We loved our stay in this lovely cabin! It is so beautifully decorated, spotlessly clean, and has absolutely everything you could require. The views are breathtaking, and we so enjoyed sitting on the screened in porch taking it all in. The owners are wonderful, warm and so welcoming. We loved it! Thank you so much Chris and family!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2023
Thank you so much Heather! I couldn't ask for better renters. See you again soon I hope! Chris
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cabin 1

We had a great stay. Easy access to the Cabot Trail. The cabin had everything you needed. It was beautifully decorated and clean. Lovely screened in porch to sit out at night. The was also a fire pit area for everyone to enjoy. The host was easy to get a hold of and answered all our questions. I would highly recommend this cabin for a stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

It was amazing little cabin, that felt like your own little piece of heaven. They owners/operates were very kind. I would highly recommend staying. If you go make sure to take a walk down by the river, great for swimming and fishing. Wayne & Tracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Margaree Valley

The property was exactly as described. It is situated in a beautiful clearing minutes off the Cabot Trail. The owners are wonderful people who are very welcoming and who made sure that we had everything that we needed. We would recommend this property to anyone for exploring the Cabot Trail, fishing in the Margaree river, hiking on Cape Breton or just wanting a quiet vacation to relax and recharge.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Chris Wimpey

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We are a Christian, faith-based organization with kindness and love to our very roots. We hope your stay with us is filled with peace, joy and great memories. Our cabins will reflect our faith with many details.

Why they chose this property

The mountain views are beautiful, and being beside the river is peaceful. The neighborhood is quiet and serene.

What makes this property unique

It is conveniently located near the trail system and just 5 minutes away from the famous Cabot Trail.

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