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Unique Home of Luxury and Legacy

2.0 star property

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Property grounds
Interior
Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sydney, NS
  • Place, Centre 200
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, World's Largest Fiddle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NS (YQY)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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Welcome to The White House Retreat in Cape Breton
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
4.2 out of 5, Very good, 26 reviews
The price is NZ$265
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Welcome to The White House Retreat in Cape Breton

About the area

Sydney

With a stay at this vacation home in Sydney, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Bethel Presbyterian Church and Sydney Waterfront Boardwalk. .This vacation home is 16 mi (25.8 km) from Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Centre 200.
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What's nearby

  • Centre 200 - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Membertou Heritage Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • World's Largest Fiddle - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Smitty's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Boston Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Daniel's Restaurant & Lounge - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Unique Home of Luxury and Legacy

Built in 1900 by Colonel McDonald, this historic home faces a park dedicated in his memory after he lost his life in World War II.

In 2021, the home was fully renovated, carefully preserving its historical character while introducing the comforts of modern living. The result is a seamless blend of timeless charm and contemporary luxury, all within a central location that makes it easy to explore and enjoy the area.

This residence is more than just a house—it is a story of history, love, and renewal, offering a rare opportunity to live where the past and present meet in perfect harmony.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Conveniences include a washing machine and an iron/ironing board.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-04181343590591573-29