With a stay at this vacation home in Wreck Cove, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Cape Smokey Provincial Park and Ski Cape Smokey. .This vacation home is 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from Cape Breton Highlands National Park and 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from Acadian Trail.
Cape Smokey Provincial Park - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
Ski Cape Smokey - 15 min drive - 17.6 km
Acadian Trail - 22 min drive - 23.7 km
Highlands Links - 27 min drive - 26.3 km
Middle Head Trailhead - 30 min drive - 27.3 km
Getting around
Sydney, NS (YQY) - 91 min drive
Restaurants
Fisherman's Kitchen - 12 min drive
Dancing Moose - 5 min drive
Mermaid Seeker Restaurant - 7 min drive
Cal's Resturant & Grill - 7 min drive
Cabin 1 - 1 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.
Trailside Cottage #3
Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Our studio style cottages are quiet, well appointed and comfortable. Minutes from a beautiful coffee shop and general store, trails, views and lookoffs - our campus is sure to delight. Make our cottages your home away from home in beautiful Cape Breton. Our campus is located right on the Cabot Trail. We are less than a five minute walk through a private trail to the ocean and private lake. Our gardens are lush, grounds kept bright and clean and we're excited to have you stay with us. Free parking is available right at the doorstep of your cottage. You'll arrive and check in is a breeze. We are located 5km from a coffee shop and restaurant, 4km from a general store. There are artisan shops nearby and we are located 14km from the new Destination Cape Smokey. As you enter our cottage area, parking is located right in front of your cottage. We do have space for extra cars, so please just ask if you're travelling in more than one vehicle.
Make yourself comfortable in your air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a refrigerator and a microwave. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and an iron/ironing board.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Living room
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
One pet total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Bicycle parking
Composting
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
Property does not allow children
Recycling
Unit size: 1 square foot
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
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
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 STR2425B1455
Property is also known as
534300
Reviews
Trailside Cottage #3 Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ira T.
25 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We originally booked the cottage to do some hiking, however trails in NS were closed due to risk of wildfires, understandable. We still had an awesome time, drove the Cabot trail, went to the beach, explored the area. We will be back and will definitely stay here again. The cottage was perfect. The kitchen had all necessary tools, everything was clean, the space was cozy.
Ira T.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth F.
18 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice and cozy stay! Host was easy to talk to and provided us with alot of recommendations on what to do and where to eat. The location was also very central to all hiking trails
Kenneth F.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Lea M.
20 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location for Exploring Cabot Trail
Overall we enjoyed our stay at this cozy cottage. Location was a great home base for exploring the Cabot Trail. Lovely property with access to hiking trails right on site and just a short walk to the ocean. The only issue I would note is that the floor is two different heights between the kitchen and living/bedroom area. This is a bit hazardous and we had to be careful until we got used to it. Both my husband and I either tripped or stubbed our toes.I would suggest doing something to make the transition in heights more smooth.
Lea M.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kim W.
9 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Get-Away
Came back from hiking each day to a great base from day trips out to the beauty of Cape Breton! Splendid! Comfy little spot!
Kim W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kim W.
5 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Bliss!
Things are meticulously planned out and well appointed. Adorable tiny house get-away! It allows us to eat simple meals and get out on the trails and beaches. Come back to read a book on your own personal deck or grill a feast. Quiet sleeping, away from the main hubbub, but scenic easy-peasy drives. The Island is stunning! The owners are absolutely lovely and helpful!
Kim W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rob M., Hubbards, Nova Soctia
11 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cape Breton getaway
Cozy cottage - well appointed. Perfect winter spot, 20 minutes from Cape Smokey. Very friendly and helpful hosts. Beautiful location, especially in the winter.
Rob M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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