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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61500 sq ft

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Inverness Cape Breton Island, NS
  • Popular LocationTrout Brook Provincial Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationCabot Links33 min drive
  • Popular LocationGlenora Inn and Distillery34 min drive
  • AirportPort Hawkesbury, NS (YPS)37 min drive

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About the neighborhood

West Lake Ainslie

On lake.At this West Lake Ainslie vacation home, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Ainslie and 6 miles (10 km) of Trout Brook Provincial Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Bras d'Or Lake and Whycocomagh Provincial Park.

What's nearby

  • Lake Ainslie - 4 min drive
  • Trout Brook Provincial Park - 9 min drive
  • Cabot Links - 33 min drive
  • Glenora Inn and Distillery - 34 min drive
  • Cabot Cliffs Golf Course - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Farmers Daughter - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Charlene's Bayside Cafe & Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Waycobah Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cape Breton Smokehouse Restaurant & Cafe - ‬11 min drive

About this property

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

"Forest Lake House" by DMNikas spectacular lakefront Cape Breton Island, Canada

A modern rustic peaceful escape on Nova Scotia’s largest freshwater lake plus access to a private 560 acre forest. This property is available year round at a new reduced $145 rate (reg. $299) plus 20% weekly discount! We are thrilled to introduce this amazing new accommodation to VRBO guests!

Michael Nikas earned VRBO Premier Partner status for many previous years and now returns with this new friendly + cozy property on Cape Breton Island near world famous tourist attractions + golf courses.

Michael and his family are full-time residents at West Lake Ainslie, Cape Breton Island, NS Canada. Michael's lengthy travel photography and video production career has taken him to many exotic destinations and has given him a taste of quality accommodations and hosting skills. Michael is a bestseller publisher of the coffee table travel pictorial book: "Greece Rediscovered" and has two TV series currently on the Bell Fibe TV Network by the titles "Home of their Hears, Cape Breton" and "Lone". Michael created and is the host of a Music Festival in Inverness: "Banks Schoolhouse" by DMNikas. It's a popular one-day free outdoor festival. Michael Nikas and his wife Winnie are your hosts at the "Forest Lake House" and you are in for a fabulous & memorable experience. The House is part of a glorious 560 acres of private forest and guests are welcome to explore it. Guests have full access to Lake Ainslie and Michael provides complimentary canoes and kayaks ... he might even share some of his fresh baked artisan organic breads!

Property manager

Michael Nikas

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

  • No pets 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03271507233206290-4333

Frequently asked questions

Does "Forest Lake House" by DMNikas spectacular lakefront Cape Breton Island, Canada have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is "Forest Lake House" by DMNikas spectacular lakefront Cape Breton Island, Canada to the beach?

This vacation home is 18.1 mi (35-min drive) from Inverness Beach.

Does "Forest Lake House" by DMNikas spectacular lakefront Cape Breton Island, Canada offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at "Forest Lake House" by DMNikas spectacular lakefront Cape Breton Island, Canada?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at "Forest Lake House" by DMNikas spectacular lakefront Cape Breton Island, Canada?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at "Forest Lake House" by DMNikas spectacular lakefront Cape Breton Island, Canada?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does "Forest Lake House" by DMNikas spectacular lakefront Cape Breton Island, Canada have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does "Forest Lake House" by DMNikas spectacular lakefront Cape Breton Island, Canada have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is "Forest Lake House" by DMNikas spectacular lakefront Cape Breton Island, Canada to downtown West Lake Ainslie?

This vacation home is 4.4 mi away from West Lake Ainslie.

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