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2-Bedroom Cottage On Lake Ainlsie Private Beach, Enjoy Fishing & Swimming.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 671.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit

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INVERNESS, NS
  • Place, Lake Ainslie
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Trout Brook Provincial Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Cabot Links
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

2-Bedroom Cottage On Lake Ainlsie Private Beach, Enjoy Fishing & Swimming.

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, sleeps 6 with pull out sofa bed situated on over an acre property with 300 feet of waterfront on Nova Scotia's largest natural fresh water lake. This home is only a 15 minute drive from Inverness, home to the world renowned Cabot Links/Cliffs golf courses and beautiful sandy ocean beaches. 35 minute drive to the Cabot trail and 12 minutes to Whycocomagh, and the Cape Breton Brasdor Lakes. Enjoy a swim, fishing and watersports from your backyard. The cottage also has high speed internet from Starlink.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
Check out before 10:00 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: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-04281327543920087-3089

About the area

West Lake Ainslie

Located in West Lake Ainslie, this cottage is on the waterfront. Trout Brook Provincial Park and Glenora Inn and Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Inverness County Centre for the Arts and Bellemeade Farm Shoppe. Orangedale Railway Station Museum and Wagmatcook Culture and Heritage Centre are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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INVERNESS, NS

What's nearby

  • Lake Ainslie - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Trout Brook Provincial Park - 18 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Cabot Links - 27 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Glenora Inn and Distillery - 28 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Inverness Beach - 28 min drive - 27.3 km

Frequently asked questions

Is 2-Bedroom Cottage On Lake Ainlsie Private Beach, Enjoy Fishing & Swimming. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at 2-Bedroom Cottage On Lake Ainlsie Private Beach, Enjoy Fishing & Swimming.?

As of 13 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2-Bedroom Cottage On Lake Ainlsie Private Beach, Enjoy Fishing & Swimming. on 23 May 2026 start from NZ$217, 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 2-Bedroom Cottage On Lake Ainlsie Private Beach, Enjoy Fishing & Swimming.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2-Bedroom Cottage On Lake Ainlsie Private Beach, Enjoy Fishing & Swimming.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2-Bedroom Cottage On Lake Ainlsie Private Beach, Enjoy Fishing & Swimming.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2-Bedroom Cottage On Lake Ainlsie Private Beach, Enjoy Fishing & Swimming. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Lake Ainslie and within 12 miles (20 km) of Black River Bog Nature Reserve and Trout Brook Provincial Park. Bras d'Or Lake and Whycocomagh Provincial Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for family, right on the lake. Close enough to town and golf course. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geneva P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot, very peaceful and just a few steps to the lake - kids loved swimming in it Host was excellent to deal with - looking forward to going back again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Clark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location for exploring the Cabot Trail.Very private and nice lakefront setting for sunrises.Cottage had all the basic necessities and was dog friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was very quiet and neatly kept. Everything you would need was in the cottage. Very clean. Would visit again for sure.
Beautiful Sunrise
Lovely property 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Great place

It was a wonderful place to stay with two amazingly comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian M.

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

Awesome trip with friends.

It was a quaint cottage. Very isolated and quiet. CloseEnough to everything we wanted.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

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

Serenity

We enjoy this property so much it is private and peaceful. The cottage sits on the lake with a we’ll built stairway to the lake.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Perfect long weekend

Relaxing get away
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Emily M.

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

Lovely spot

Beautiful spot on a quiet and secluded lake. Host was wonderful and helpful, check in process nice and easy. Kitchen and bathroom were very clean. Had a great stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob C.

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

Great spot!

Had a great weekend and enjoyed the private beach area, BBQ and fire pit. Nice quiet and secluded spot, and worked well as a base to tour around Cape Breton during the day to see Louisbourg and whale watching.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Colin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable cottage. The only thing I would suggest is sweeping down the windows and doorways to get rid of the spiders
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Claudia D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with direct access to the lake.Didn’t have any low/cosy lighting throughout the property. No outdoor table, only chairs.Cleanliness needs to be improved, especially after pets having stayed at the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

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

West Lake Ainslee

We really enjoy this property. It sits on a beautiful (huge) lake and has amazing sunrises and sunsets. The cottage itself is very comfortable and privatr
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

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

Cottage

This is a beautiful, private property sitting on beautiful Lake Ainslie.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carolynn w.

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

Exceeded expectations

Beautiful location well-maintained all the amenities required Even to Windex
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Rhona S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, location
It was a cute cabin, but too remote for us. The bedding, kitchen & bathroom themselves were clean. But we left after one night due to being uncomfortable after seeing how dirty the bathroom door was, inside and out. And a health risk, was to find the coffee filter with old and very mouldy coffee in it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

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

Cottage

This cottage is in a beautiful area. It is very private, peaceful and steps from Lake Ainslie. The owner was easily contacted and helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca N.

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

Lake Ainslie Hideaway

The cabin is secluded as in you can’t see your neighbors and right on the water. Lake Ainslie is beautiful lake! The cabin is small but comfortable and well-stocked with everything you’d need. Comfy beds, plenty of towels and a nice shower with plenty of hot water. The owner responded quickly when I had a question. Overall very satisfied with our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

A Great Escape.

If you want to recharge or reset your mind with the bliss of solitude, this is the place for you. Amazing scenery, peaceful and quiet, nice and clean. All the comforts of home included, plus amenities within 20 minutes if restock is needed. We had an amazing week and will definitley be returning.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zach P.

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

Great Place

Our stay was great. Very relaxing. Had all the "comfort amenities" (stove, laundry, ac, wifi etc). Kris was awesome and had outstanding communication. He messaged us to make sure we had everything we needed. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Burton C.

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

Tranquility

Man I didnt excpect to be secluded but what a beautiful, relaxing piece of property ! 15 min either direction to some amazing little towns and the main beach The cottage was just what we wanted and if your lucky get to catch some great small mouth bass as we did ....highly recommend this place 10 star in my book !!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rémi S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Isolate and quiet

Isolate and quiet with an access to the lake. Beautiful sunset and place the take a cup of wine.All the furnitures is pretty new. Expect provisions, groceries store , dinner and other isn't close. Enjoy the BBQ, and for kids the wifi network is excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Katrina K.

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

Beautiful View!

We stayed at this property for 3 nights. Cheaper than staying along the loop and right on the water. The beds were comfortable, has all convenient amenities and a cute market not too far away. Only negative was the swarm of lady bugs inside. We would tidy up then have another one come on the counter, land on a glass etc shortly after - looked like a hive hatched in a window. I would also recommend a small bridge or planks along the one section of driveway at the bottom of the hill. All in all - we would stay again if we are back in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

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

Family fishing trip

Beautifully located on Lake Ainsley. Steep walk down to shoreline, shallow entrance to the lake, perfect to use waders for fishing. Had lots of fun fishing in this lake and in the Whycocomagh area only 15min away.Tranquile and private setting. Lots of apples trees lining the driveway and mature birch, poplars and maple trees. Rabbits and many birds came to visit :)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot. Beautiful view of trees and lake. Really secluded which I like. Kris is great to deal with - good communication. The cottage set-up is nice. Kris has it very, very well stocked. The water smells like sulphur which I believe is unavoidable due to the demands of water supply in that location. We just used bottled water and that was fine, no problem. A few lamps would be nice rather than just having the option of stark, overhead lighting. Maybe a standing one for the living/dining room and one on each of the bedroom's bedside tables. I was happy with our stay there. Thanks, Kris!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

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