Perched above the Atlantic ocean, Seaside Shack offers a tranquil retreat with breathtaking views of Cheticamp harbour and Island. Stroll to whale cruises, family-friendly activities, restaurants or unwind on the wrap-around deck with a barbecue as you watch the sunset over the island.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
1 bedroomSleeps 459 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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About this property
Waterfront in downtown Chéticamp
Be greeted by a beautiful a view of the beautiful Cheticamp harbour and Island as you sit up in bed or walk out on the ocean deck.
Overhanging the Atlantic ocean, the Seaside Shack is walking distance to whale cruises, family friendly activities, restaurants and Acadian culture. It is a quick drive to the Cape Breton Highlands National Park, many beaches, river tubing, paddle boarding and other attractions.
If you’d rather stay in, relax with a book or barbecue on the wrap-around deck as you wait for the sun to set over the island.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Breakfast available for a fee
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
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.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 CA:791314693RC0001, No, Canada, RYA-2023-24-03291500314451994-15171, Yes, 79131493, 791314693RC0001, STR2526D3845
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Cheticamp, this apartment is on the waterfront. Gallery La Bella Mona Lisa 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. Les Trois Pignons and Centre de la Mi-Careme are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hunting nearby. Visit our Cheticamp travel guide
What time is check-in at Waterfront in downtown Chéticamp?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront in downtown Chéticamp?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront in downtown Chéticamp located?
Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Gallery La Bella Mona Lisa and Saint Peter's Church. Centre de la Mi-Carême and Le Portage Golf Club are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Waterfront in downtown Chéticamp Reviews
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Exceptional
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Everything was clean, ad was exactly what was listed and there was everything there that you would need! Jon was amazing to deal with. Will book again and will spread the word how great Seaside Shacks is!
This was a great place. I highly recommend it. In fact, it surpassed my expectations and was by far the best of the seven places we stayed on this trip. We met the host and he was great. He had just installed a brand new barbecue. The place was so well stocked and it was like a home away from home. Although we did not need it, there was even a child’s bumper seat. The bed was comfortable and surprisingly quiet at night as one side is on the street side. The other side is on the water and we could sit out on Adirondack chairs and just enjoy the ducks. I cannot say enough for this property. It is an A Plus
We enjoyed our stay. Great view from the deck. The location was perfect for accessing the Cabot trail and the area venues for the Celtic Colours festival. We would highly recommend this property.
Thomas B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan
25 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful view, right on the water. Rooms well layed out and comfortable.
This is an absolutely gorgeous place with a beautiful view and close to many little boutiques and shops that one looks for in a small town. The only small criticism I would make is that the siding has been changed to blue/turquoise, and was hard to find since the picture shows white siding.
Location was great, can’t get any closer to the ocean. Bed and pillows comfortable. Well stocked. Cheticamp is a perfect little village to stay for a week. Well stocked. Communication with owner was great. Can watch lobster boats docking from the deck. Would highly recommend!
A beautifully functional apartment in the middle of Cheticamp, right next to Breton Highlands National Park for drives and hiking. Everything was in good condition and convenient to use. There's road noise since the apartment is right next to the main road through town; we got used to it quickly. Gorgeous sunset views over the harbor from the back deck.
Cheticamp is a great base for all kinds of activities in Cape Breton. A short drive from golf and kayaking in Inverness; hiking in the national park; and even exploring over in Ingonish. Good restaurants, take-out seafood nearby, and an excellent French bakery - we stopped every morning. The house was cozy and comfortable. Enjoyed the back deck for dinner and sunset! Traffic on the road during the day disappears at night!
We made good use of the national park pass!
The host was responsive by messaging as they were not in town. The view from the bedroom is spectacular and the apartment quite well equipped. Nice touch to have Twinings tea -- a great treat for after skiing and snowshoeing.
The Seaside Shack was lovely- even better that it looked in the listing! Check-in was very easy, and everything we needed was provided. The bed was so comfortable, and the view from the deck was stunning!
Outstanding in every way; very clean, very efficient, everything was as hoped for. Bed especially comfortable, and a delightful view. We would definitely hope to return. On a side note the Bird Island boat tour was spectacular weather, perfect for a boatload of bird photographers! Puffins galore and abou 15 Bald Eagles! Very highly recommended.Thank you, Jonathan for your support and advice, you were a great host!Doug
We stayed 2 weeks in Cheticamp and enjoyed every minute. The people are kind and friendly, the Highlands National Park is stunning and the music makes you want to dance. Seaside Shack is well appointed and waking up to an ocean breeze is amazing.
David H.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alan
21 June 2024
Good lication
Alan
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gordon
20 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location right on the shoreline. Nice wraparound deck with bbq and chairs. Hugh king bed. Everything in kitchen you need. Nice living area with multichannel tv - (could add music channels for ambience). Easy to contact owner if you have questions. Parking just out the door.
Excellent home base for Cape Breton Island excursions
This property exceeded our expectations. Comfortable bed, loved the ceiling fans (didn't have to use AC) Coffee maker and coffee/tea. Lots of comfortable seating in the tv room. Nice shower and full sized toilet (it's a rareity in the area it seems). I'd like to take this property and plant it in all the locations we visit. It's perfectly located to walk to the grocery and liquor stores, and a lovely little boardwalk in the town. Great restaurants as well. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The gentleman who was the host was very pleasant & accommadating. The place was very clean & cozy.It was furnished well & had everything you would need in it. It was nice & private. I took my husband to Cape breton to fish & stay for a couple of days for his 60th birthday. we had a great time. It was exactly what we were told it was & what we seen in pictures. the Evangeline diner across the street, great food & friendly people.
I love this little Seaside Shack! The location is fantastic, the views from the house are gorgeous, and Jon is responsive and well organized. Jon has a park pass available for his guests to use. The place has its own wash machine and dryer, Netflix and other streaming channels are available for those rainy days when you stay in, the kitchen is equiped with dishes you need for cooking, there's a Keurig machine and coffee pods available for use ... It feels like Jon thought of everything. Very cute Seaside Shack that has a modern but cozy feel to it. Gypsum Mine lake is about a 10 minutes drive up the hill, the park entrance and the Salmon Pools are about 5-7 minutes drive along the coast, grocery store is a 30 seconds drive, and beautiful vistas are literally a few sex nds away - right outside in the deck. Just don't forget to visit the local Aucoin bakery that opens at 7 am, but warm Kaiser buns are ready around 10 am. I will be back to Seaside Shack; already planning my next year's visit to the Highlands.
The Seaside Shack is the perfect home base for exploring the Cape Breton National Park. The accommodation is well presented and has all the comforts of home. Though the A/C is listed as 'old & unreliable', we stayed in 30C heat with no issues whatsoever. The breeze off the water is perfect. A terrific stay!
For our second trip to Nova Scotia, we ventured further afield to Cope Breton Island. Our stop in Cheticamp turned out to be a good one but, at just 2 nights, too short. There was plenty to do in town plus good restaurants. Cheticamp proved to be a good base for day trips including into the western part of the Park. Our apartment was great - completely equipped, comfortable, well decorated, clean and with a great view! Parking is awkward but worth it to be right on the waterfront. The main parts of town are walkable. You will have to drive north a bit to visit the excellent Aucoin Bakery. Jon was the perfect host - a fount of local information and close by if any problems. Highly recommended.
The house was very cute and appropriately spaced for two people. The kitchen had everything we needed and the deck was very pleasant. The bed was comfortable and the view over the water while lying in bed was enjoyable.. Lots of extra touches provided by the host. Seemed to be recently renovated..
Mike P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
26 July 2021
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Jon was great to deal with. Zero problems during our stay. We loved the cottage and the views on the back deck are amazing. Beautiful sunsets. Everything you need is in the cottage.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
15 February 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cozy seaside house. Great location on main road in Cheticamp. Close to the CB highlands.