Mayfly Tiny House on fresh water Lake Ainslie 12 min distant to Inverness beach

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Lake view

Explore the area

Scotsville, NS

Cabot Links16 min drive
Glenora Inn and Distillery16 min drive
Inverness Beach17 min drive
Port Hawkesbury, NS (YPS)72 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

About this property

Welcome to our Tiny Mayfly! Nestled between the trees on a gorgeous lake side property outside of Inverness, Cape Breton, this retreat has been planned and built with lots of love and attention to detail by the owners themselves. Over the stretch of several summers, we’ve poured all our energy into this project to create a meaningful space, that would allow folks to explore, adventure, discover and most importantly recharge while enjoying the beautiful scenery that this part of the world offers.
Please check the fire restrictions like provided on the last photo and use that QR code to get minimum 10% discount on your booking!

Property manager

Bob

Languages

English, French, German

Amenities

Kitchen

Lake view

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 20

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

The steps to the loft do not have railings.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 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

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-04251324219151823-1409

About the area

West Lake Ainslie

Located in West Lake Ainslie, this cabin is next to a golf course and on the beach. St. Marys Parish and Mother of Sorrows Pioneer Shrine are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cabot Links and Glenora Inn and Distillery. Bellemeade Farm Shoppe and Orangedale Railway Station Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Scotsville, NS

What's nearby

Lake Ainslie - 1 min walk
Cabot Links - 16 min drive
Glenora Inn and Distillery - 16 min drive
Inverness Beach - 17 min drive
Cabot Cliffs Golf Course - 21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mayfly Tiny House on fresh water Lake Ainslie 12 min distant to Inverness beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

7.6/10

Location

7.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

5 September 2023

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication

The view and access to the lake is stunning.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

1 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A place to lay your head

Craftsmanship of the tiny house was done well. It met our needs as a place to sleep after spending the day on the beaches of Mabou and Inverness. A few expected amenities were missing….no top sheet on the bed leaving only a heavy duvet. Given the extreme heat it would have been nice to have a sheet to cover yourself with! And no facecloths in the washroom. The only other issue was the water; it had an extremely unpleasant odour, although the owner did tell you not to drink the water.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claude G.

10 July 2023

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

Long live the Mayfly!

Very calm and quiet location, this cute and very clean tiny house is well equipped and welcoming for a nice relaxating stay. The mini woodburning stove is the cutest thing! Rob is a charming host and was very helpful. We really enjoyed winding down for the start of our summer vacation at the Mayfly

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty B.

29 August 2022

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

Quiet and relaxing location !

This tiny house had everything we needed for our 3 night getaway.We even had the opportunity to rent 2 kayaks to get out on Lake Ainslie.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Darrell M.

30 July 2022

Liked: Check-in

Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Website misleading

The little house was fine. However, the property was not properly maintained; wild bushes, undergrowth, weeds. No access to the lake. Impossible to enjoy the surrounding property. Drive was narrow / difficult to turn car around for leaving. Overpriced with hidden charges. Should not be a separate cleaning charge. The property was overbooked, and through no fault of our own, we were left with 2 nights rather than 4 nights…but we’re not re-I’m used for half of the cost. Completely unacceptable. We will never return there and will let our friends and family know of our experience

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Bob

I run my vacation home rental business since 1999, came across the Atlantic on my sailboat and immigrated in 2012 to enjoy sailing on our 70-square-meter sailing catamaran with our guests on a modern 12-meter (38`) catamaran. We love to explore the numerous dreamy bays, swim and get our dinner ourselves, fishing mackerels and collecting mussels.
We love to share our enthusiasm and joy and want to cooperate with you to understand your needs and wishes and to tailor the best possible experience, on our Trimarans as well.
We can, for example, admire the beautiful bald eagles flying above us and the stunning sunsets.
Do not hesitate to talk to us if we stay in our Sailor`s Rest House nearby and have time for your and our stories....

Why they chose this property

Although it’s easily accessible from West Lake Ainslie Road, it still feels secluded with a private lake access in the backyard. A picnic table and fire pit gives you all the camping feels, with the luxury of going to bed in a cozy cabin that’s hooked up to power and running water. Because nothing is better than a hot shower after a day of hiking, we’ve got you covered with a small bathroom equipped with shower, sink and composting toilet. Cook your own meals on a simple but sufficient two burner electric stove in our kitchenette or take advantage of a handful of restaurants in Inverness town.
A small staircase, that also serves as bookcase/storage leads up to the upper the loft, where the bed is located. Two windows on each side of the loft create a beautiful cross breeze in warmer summer nights and if you’re lucky the loons will put you to sleep with their evening calls. The newest addition to our accommodation is a modest outdoor deck that wraps around the front of the building. Come enjoy your coffee in the morning sun!

Although we understand the desire to see as many places as possible when on vacation, we highly recommend people to stay with us for several days. Let your mind come to rest and get a good sleep! We would love to be the place where you come to rest. Deep dive into nature and forget the day-to-day hustle for a while!