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House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling,

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in West Lake Ainslie

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A wooden deck with a glass table and chairs overlooking a body of water and greenery.
A room with a dining table, chairs, a cushioned chair, a lamp, and a view through large windows.
A living room with a television, a sofa, a coffee table, a dining table with chairs, and a ceiling fan.
A view through a window with a grid pattern, displaying a lake surrounded by trees and a distant shoreline.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with grassy areas and a house in the distance.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 103000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Inverness, Cape Breton, NS
  • Place, Lake Ainslie
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cabot Links
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Cabot Cliffs Golf Course
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

West Lake Ainslie

On lake.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Ainslie and 9 miles (15 km) of Trout Brook Provincial Park. Bras d'Or Lake is within 9 miles (15 km) and Black River Bog Nature Reserve is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Ainslie - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bras d'Or Lake - 14 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Glenora Inn and Distillery - 38 min drive - 19.8 miles
  • Cabot Links - 39 min drive - 20.2 miles
  • Cabot Cliffs Golf Course - 48 min drive - 39.3 miles

About this property

Entire place

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

House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling,

This house is newly renovated, it has five bedrooms and five beds. Three large bathrooms to accommodate everyone. It’s located on a mountain overlooking the largest freshwater lake in Nova Scotia. There is 105 acres of mostly large hardwood forest, so if you like outside and climbing this is the place for you. Our home has a large deck with a barbecue so you can enjoy the view. If you love watching eagles you’ll see them sore above you while catching fish in the lake below.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR2627D2477

Frequently asked questions

Does House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling, have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling, to the beach?

This vacation home is 16.5 mi (32-min drive) from Inverness Beach.

Does House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling, offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling,?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling,?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling,?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling, have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling, have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling, to downtown West Lake Ainslie?

This vacation home is 3 mi away from West Lake Ainslie.

House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling, Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had an incredible stay at this cottage while exploring Cape Breton! From the moment we arrived, the check-in process was seamless, and the hosts were friendly, welcoming, and very accommodating. The views overlooking the lake were absolutely unreal and made for the perfect place to relax after a day of sightseeing. The cottage itself was spacious, beautifully appointed, and spotlessly clean. It had everything we could possibly need, including plenty of extra bedding and thoughtful touches throughout. You can tell the hosts take great pride in their property. We wouldn't hesitate to stay here again and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful, comfortable, and scenic getaway in Cape Breton. Five stars!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for what we wanted and needed. Central for the Cabot Trail and surrounding area. Very nice and quiet location with an awesome view.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super Place

Beautiful property and great owner. Very clean and easy to stay there. Would love to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful, well-provisioned home

The house was perfect for my family group.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, property was really comfortable and a home from home. Wouldn’t hesitate in recommending. We were a 3 generation group of 6 and it worked really well.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

very nice property

The house is very clean. View is spectacular. Wifi didn't work for the first several days, but Mary kindly offered us an unlimited SIM card for hot spot sharing. She is truly the best host! We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

comfortable Home overlooking lake Ainslie

Lovely view in spacious well appointed home marred only by pervasive musty smell especially in the lower level rooms.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great stay!

Only reason I gave 4 stars overall rating instead of 5 is because I found the mattress and pillows to be very hard - but that is personal thing. Location was great for us, but not if you want to spend most of your time in the National Park. Inverness is only 20 minute drive and has a really nice beach! Driveway is very steep and was a bit intimidating at first.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

The place was very clean and very well maintained, all the amenities were almost new and everything worked like it was supposed to. It had plenty of supplies for all of the appliances & all of the guests.The place was a little further away from all attractions around the area that we visited during our stay. Had no problem communicating with property manager in a timely manner for any of our inquirerys. Overall very happy with our vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect view

The view of Lake Ainslie, the largest fresh water lake in NS, was mesmerizing. Great location to visit the Cabot Trail and Bras d’or Lakes. The best seafood chowder is found in Whycocomagh at Charlene’s. Lunch at the Dancing Goat a must. The home has all the amenities. Communication was excellent. Mary checked in to see how we were doing mid week. Kudos.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable and clean

Two sets of family stayed at this property and it was more than enough room. The house was very clean and tidy and a comfortable space. Kitchen was stocked with the essentials and all bathrooms had plenty of soap, paper towel and toilet paper. The host was super friendly and helpful. They were very quick to respond to inquiries and helpful recommendations. Overall, the property met our needs and we really enjoyed our stay. Over
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Family Vacation

Our family of 9 people had a wonderful stay. The location was more than large enough, and was very comfortable when we were all there with lots of space. Sleeping options were more than acceptable and comfortable, although it was warm at night for some. The place was very clean and it is clear the owner take care of the property. The bbq worked well. Location was good for visiting many areas of Cape Breton, especially Inverness Beach. It can be a bit of a drive to some places, but that would likely be the same wherever we stayed. Mary was quick to respond to any questions, but we had no issues during our stay. We definitely would recommend to others. Thainks Mary.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful View… Nice House

Overall, the place was lovely. It was spacious, clean, and tucked away from it all. The heat pump air conditioning didn’t work the best to cool the house, but the temperature at the time were extremely hot! Originally the listing said it had a hot tub…. It did not 🙁. It also stated there was a waterfall on the property….. if it did, there was no path or signs showing the way. The ad is now updated and excludes these two things. Which is great for the next guests that rent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

West Lake Ainslie Stay

This property was clean, well stocked with basic necessities, and large enough to fit a party of 8 adults comfortably. We were lucky enough to see a couple of beautiful sunsets over the lake! We traveled to the area to do some motorcycle riding, specifically The Cabot Trail. We trailered 6 bikes in 3 trailers/trucks with 8 riders. This property was a great location to many of the local riding trails . One statement of caution for anyone considering this property for motorcycle riding in Cape Breton. The driveway is gravel packed and fairly steep and It may be difficult for some riders to negotiate. Once arriving at the property, some in our party did not feel comfortable riding/trailering up/down the driveway. Two trailers did drive up the driveway and found the space very tight to turn around in. Mary, the owner, was responsive and was able to quickly negotiate parking for the trailers and bikes for those who were not comfortable using the driveway. We were offered parking approximately ¼ of a mile down the road from the house for the trailers and bikes. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and this property met most of our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very clean and large home

We had a great stay. 5 bedrooms and 3 baths worked great for us. Sunset was beautiful as described. Great place for a group of people to us as a golf vacation rental. We would rent it again. .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

The house was very clean and very spacious and comfortable for our group. The house overlooks the lake and the view is beautiful. Our first night the sunset was gorgeous. Google maps over shot the driveway so we had to turn around to get back to it and look specifically for the marker Mary mentioned to us, which was a bit hard to see in the dark, that was our only hiccup. Mary was very fast to reply to me every time and was a pleasure to deal with. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

One of the best AB@Bs I’ve ever stayed at!

Beautiful location, breathtaking views of the lake, private, spectacular house, well organized and stocked with pretty well everything needed. Fire pit was a wonderful evening escape with a sky full of stars! Within easy drive to beaches and amenities. Made our family happy!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021