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Cape Breton Oceanfront, Mountain/Sunset Views, Private Beach, Fiber Internet

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Deck and chairs, large flat yard, and fire pit.
This is the view from the house's beach, looking right toward National Park.
Enjoy the vibrant sunsets (and stunning night sky) from the spacious yard.
Spacious private yard, great for kids (and dogs)!
The Cottage on Sunset Lane, seated at the foot of the Cape Breton Highlands.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Petit Étang, NS
  • Place, Sunset Art Gallery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Skyline Trail
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Main Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Third Bedroom

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cape Breton Oceanfront, Mountain/Sunset Views, Private Beach, Fiber Internet

Experience the beauty of Cape Breton in this lovely Acadian waterfront house on four unspoiled acres overlooking the Gulf of St. Lawrence.

Spectacular ocean and mountain views, fabulous sunsets. Private and quiet. Whales, moose, bald eagles, and seals are your frequent companions.

Walk 300 meters down a private pathway to your own ocean beach, with seaside mountain cliffs in the distance. Take a 15-minute walk to the local Acadian bakery for fresh croissants with your morning coffee. Walk 15 minutes to a freshwater lake and river, and nearby playground.

Drive on the famous Cabot Trail, one of Canada's most famous scenic routes, just minutes from our front door. Drive north 5 minutes to the Cape Breton Highlands National Park, with its hiking trails, waterfalls, picnic areas, breathtaking vistas and wildlife.

You'll be a 5-minute drive south to Cheticamp, with its world-famous music, restaurants and seafood. The historic town has a cafe, grocery co-op, farmers market, and liquor store. You can even go on a whale-watching cruise from the marina!

House Details: 3 upstairs bedrooms, and a full-size long sofa bed in downstairs living room. Sleeps 5. One bathroom upstairs with shower. Large deck with ocean views, and a fire pit in the spacious yard. Modern no-charge washer and dryer. Full kitchen with supplies. A 10,000 BTU portable air conditioning unit is available for use downstairs. All windows have screens and can open/latch.

Free high-speed 1.5Gb/s fiber internet -- sufficient for video conferencing and streaming. Spacious outdoor parking and available Tesla EV charger. Note: there is no television or dishwasher. There is a floodlight/security camera facing the driveway only.

Caretakers Roger and Priscille live in the area (Roger was born in this very house!). They will meet new arrivals and be available for any and all questions and assistance in English or in French.

We hope you will choose to stay in our beautiful Acadian cottage!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking indoors please.

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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
Long-term renters welcome
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number RYA-2022-00-06271450011190257-61

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Petit-Etang

Located in Petit-Etang, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Sunset Art Gallery and Centre de la Mi-Carême are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Cheticamp Harbour Range Front Lighthouse and Margaree Harbour Range Rear Lighthouse. Travelling with kids? Consider Les Trois Pignons and Centre de la Mi-Careme. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Petit Étang, NS

What's nearby

  • Sunset Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Cape Breton Highlands National Park - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Cheticamp Visitor Centre - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Gallery La Bella Mona Lisa - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Skyline Trail - 17 min drive - 23.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Robins Donuts - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Le Gabriel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Doryman - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mr Chicken - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪L’abri - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cape Breton Oceanfront, Mountain/Sunset Views, Private Beach, Fiber Internet pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Cape Breton Oceanfront, Mountain/Sunset Views, Private Beach, Fiber Internet?

As of 29 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cape Breton Oceanfront, Mountain/Sunset Views, Private Beach, Fiber Internet on 5 August 2024 start from NZ$362, 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 Cape Breton Oceanfront, Mountain/Sunset Views, Private Beach, Fiber Internet?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cape Breton Oceanfront, Mountain/Sunset Views, Private Beach, Fiber Internet?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cape Breton Oceanfront, Mountain/Sunset Views, Private Beach, Fiber Internet?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cape Breton Oceanfront, Mountain/Sunset Views, Private Beach, Fiber Internet located?

Nestled on the beach, this Petit-Etang holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sunset Art Gallery, Cape Breton Highlands National Park and Le Portage Golf Club. Gypsum Mine Trail and Cheticamp Visitor Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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. 18 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Julia F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute coastal cottage

We had a lovely stay at the cottage. It was perfect for four adults and dogs. The easy access to the beach and Highlands park was our favorite part. Cute town and good restaurants. Very easy check-in and good communication. Good vibes all around!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

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

Charming, cozy cottage in a beautiful spot

A lovely cottage with everything we needed. This is the last house on a lane through a neighborhood, so there's just a short stroll down a path before you get to the beach. A very nice, comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

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

Lovely stay

My family and I loved our stay. The cottage is cute with a beautiful view of the sea from the deck. I walked to the beach several times each day and enjoyed the amazing scenery. Nearby Chéticamp is quaint and has all you need for a relaxing vacation. The Cape Breton Highlands National Park offers breathtaking views from your car and even more to explore and see on its hiking trails. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becca R.

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

Delightful cottage in great location

A quaint cottage in an excellent location! Host communicated quickly and effectively, too. A short path leads you to a gorgeous rocky beach with amazing vista of the highland cliffs/Cabot Trail. Very private setting but close to everything. Make sure you check out Last Chance Sandwich and Freya and Thor's just down the road from the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie J.

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

Girls getaway

Overall this property was good. Lovely location close to town and trails along the Cabot Trail. Beds were very uncomfortable, could use new bigger beds. Kitchen well stocked with all utensils etc.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is so charming! Private yard, beautiful view and gorgeous beach filled with a million different smoothed rocks from the ocean. Cottage comes equipped with everything you could possibly need and the caretakers even stopped by to make sure we were enjoying our stay. I would come back here every year....unfortunately it's a bit of a drive from Montreal!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

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

5 star views

A friend and I stayed a few days for a hiking get away. Great location close to the beach which was great to walk in the evening. Very close to the National Park where we were able to do some hiking and we also took advantage of the local golf course which we would highly recommend. If you plan to visit in summer and weather is warm, upstairs bedrooms could be uncomfortable for you. If you plan to use the grill, plan to fill the propane tank as none was provided. We ended up cooking over the fire instead which was great with the sunset views 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pierre L.

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

Top marks from a frequent VRBO client

Moving to this house is like going home. Everything you need in your day to day life is there: kitchen pots and pans, ustensiles, soaps and detergents, appropriate washer/dryer, towels, dish rags, blankets. Windows open and lock, heating is efficient if needed. Tesla charger is cherry on Sunday Only one small improvement suggested: lubricants for the locks on the front and back doors. Pierre
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F.

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

Ooo Lah Lah!!

This was one of the finest places we have stayed! It was perfect for us: no frills or fanciness, but some really fine, classy details, like wonderful dishes and silverware, amazing windows with a fantastic view that were easy to open and close (and provided great ventilation), comfy furniture, everything you could ever need in a place, and a fine washer and dryer. Also, five minutes to a rock and sand beach past a wetland and some small fields and down a wooded path that for a birder like me, was pure, unadulterated heaven. We fell in love the moment we opened the door, and it never wavered the entire five days we were there, awaiting Hurricane Lee and stealing hikes in the Cape Breton National Park when we could, and eating AuCoin baked goods when we could not. And the visit from the caretakers, Roger and Priscille, just added to our admiration for this place as they were wonderful people who were instantly friendly and kind. He fixed a door that was stuck and she regaled us with tales…we loved it! The only downside to this terrific gem of a small place: it is not for tall people upstairs! The ceiling where the bedrooms and the bathroom are, are sloped and one has to adapt pretty fast or risk bopping your head all the time. I am 5 feet tall and I had to adapt! But the bathroom is decent sized and the shower works fine and the beds are small but comfy, so we are not complaining. We would go back in a heartbeat. It is a place of character and the love involved with its pores.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Wonderful Home

We completely enjoyed our stay in this lovely home during the first week of October. The home is quirky, authentic to the area, simple, and lovely. The best feature, other than a comfortable, friendly great room downstairs, is the location. The view off the back deck is amazing. And the home is just a short, easy stroll to a lovely stone-covered beach you get all to yourselves. The colorful beach stones were our main reason to visit, as I am a collector. So this could not have been a more perfect location for us. The house itself sits on a sheltered knoll overlooking a saltwater pond with water fowl. It is seperated enough from neighbors to offer privacy, but with other homes closeby so it does not feel isolated. When we wanted to venture farther, we were very close to the national park entrance in one direction and convenient to restaurants and the grocery store in Cheticamp in the other direction. We very much enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

David R.

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

Cape Breton 2022

Great location to National park, about 2km. Excellent bakery in walking distance, and 5 mins.to Cheticamp. Lots of great adventure places close by, just talk to any local, they are always very welcoming!! Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing!

What a special property! We loved it so much. The beach was a short walk away, but even just the view from the deck was perfect. The house had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Yvonne M.

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

Great for relaxing after a day of activity

Cottage is simple but all you could need - and a interesting collection of books! However the outside space makes this place special - fab location for enjoying sunsets and evenings by the firepit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

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

Nearby beach extraordinary

The view of the ocean, sunsets from lawn were just as portrayed, walk to beach, all to ourselves, each morning was precious. Collection of literature, especially Russian, on premises was extraordinary.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Suzanne B.

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

Great location

We really enjoyed the place and the location was fabulous.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN K.

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

Quaint and Quiet

Isolated, well managed, responsive owner and property manager Beautiful location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacques M.

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

Cape Breton by the beach

Not luxurious but fully equiped and cozy. The set-up is magical and heaven for my dogs. Sunset from the patio and quiet ocean nearby for ourself most of the time.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn W.

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

Sea and highlands

What a relaxing get away at a lovely old style home next to the ocean. The house was clean, and felt like home , complete with games and lots of books and CDs for rainy days, a fire pit where we enjoyed a gorgeous sunset every evening and just minutes from the most awe inspiring drive up into the Cape Breton Highlands. We loved our time in Petite Etang and will return! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Harold H.

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

Enjoyed our stay. Great location to explore Cheticamp, National Park and Cabot Trail.

The house met our expections for an older property. Very private with ocean view and large lot. Plenty of room and all the essentials. Would be even better if a view of the water was possible while sitting inside (as in lower windows). Stonger lighting in kitchen would be a plus. Overall would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Excellent location

The cottage was very cozy and private. Communications leading up to and during our stay were excellent. There are many wonderful things to see and do nearby and in the region. We felt that advertising the property as sleeping 7 people/6 adults was misleading. Two of the upstairs bedrooms have beds that seem narrower than a standard double, but I could be mistaken. My teenage daughter and her friend had to take turns sleeping the floor as they found the bed too crowded. I would say that the home comfortably sleeps 5 people. We really appreciated that the hosts are open to including pets. It was a welcoming and safe place for our furry friend. Thanks to our host and property caretakers for a really lovely stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen C.

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

Peaceful petit etang

We enjoyed our stay. Great location to access the Cabot trail. Very clean, lovely setting.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica S.

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

Wonderful cottage in a lovely spot

We had a wonderful stay here. Sunsets are glorious, the beach is beautiful, the park is minutes away. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cailey P.

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

Wonderful Vacation Home

We enjoyed our stay at this cottage! It was so close to the national park and had great views. Our dogs loved the backyard. The only complaint and I wouldn't even call it a complaint, but the upstairs (where the bathroom is located) is not tall people friendly. Watching my husband bend down and hitting my head off the ceiling above the stairs provided many laughs. Overall, it is amazing and we would totally stay here again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

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

Very peaceful cabin!

We had a great stay, the property manager was very available by message and helped out considerably. The cabin is beautiful and well maintained. The sunsets are gorgeous! Only a few minutes from the park and trails.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Great location

Charming home with a quick walk to the beach. Great place for kids and dogs. We had car trouble and each person who helped us was very kind and helpful. A very positive stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Alex Moore

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We invite you stay in our favorite place in the world. We have three young kids and have built so many memories over the years visiting this special cottage. Cheticamp has become our second home: we love to spend our summers running around the grassy yard, basking in the sun, playing by the beach, spending evenings by the fire pit, and exploring the Cape Breton Highlands each day.

Why they chose this property

Having vacationed ourselves in this house years ago, we fell in love with the place and purchased the property ourselves a few years ago. We welcome you to experience our special Cottage on Sunset Lane -- we know you will love this slice of Cape Breton as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

This property is unique in the area: it's secluded from neighbors yet within a few minutes' drive from everything Cheticamp has to offer. You can walk to the beach. The ocean is right out the front windows. And it's a classic Acadian cottage.

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