Bear on the lake is a charming guest house/hostel on Big Bras D'or Lake with all the basics (yes,…read morewifi!). Nancy showed us around the kitchen and common areas when we arrived. There is an outdoor patio with chairs, tables, and a grill, as well as a smaller deck on the upstairs level. Within a half hour of sitting outside in June, I saw goldfinches, a blue jay, and a hummingbird. There is a huge communal kitchen, full sized fridge, stove/oven, and bins you can label with your name to keep food in. Previous travelers had left perfectly good food so between that and our own groceries, we made quite a few meals here. We stayed in a private room (accessibility note: private rooms are up a flight of stairs). Our room had a double bed, two nightstands with lamps, a standing fan, a closet area with hangers, and a window. The upstairs common area and bathroom were shared with a couple staying in the other private room. Clean towels, hand soap, and a hairdryer were provided. The common area has couches, board games, and a big dining room table. One minor, minor quibble: our bed had 2 total pillows and we are both double pillow people. I probably could have asked but I was tired from our travels and didn't bother. Yes, you do have to wash your own dishes but if you're looking for a budget-friendly place that's also clean, this is it. I paid $207 CAD for two nights which is about $75 USD per night. An absolute steal for a great place to stay.

What a memorable B&B! We spent a night in the chalet and were delighted with the accommodations…read more Lot's of fresh air flowing through to keep us comfortable ... and a great place to watch the sunset. As you approach the property, watch carefully for the signs on either side of the street. They come up on you quickly when arriving from the south. Then go up the gravel road to the top of the hill. Take a moment to look back and enjoy the view of the hills and ocean in the distance. Very pretty location. I loved the fact that this property is still slightly out of town, so we got country ambience but could be in the city center within just a few minutes. Veronica is what put this place into the fifth star for us. What a delightful (and talented) host! She prepared a stellar breakfast (if you leave hungry it's your own fault) and entertained us with her stories ... of which she has many. Take time to look at her paintings. Amazingly, she is completely self-taught! When I made my booking, I was curious about the choice of name for this B&B. Ask Veronica to tell you the story, but in a nutshell, her husband used to make their living by taking tourists on deer hunting trips. At some point in the past, the deer population plummeted and that industry faded away ... and the couple entered the B&B business. Veronica's way of telling the story is much better.

This is a rustic bed and breakfast so don't expect anything fancy. Very basic accommodations…read moreoutside of town and a very simple breakfast repeated each morning (eggs, bacon, blueberry muffins, pancakes or French toast). Owners Veronica and Giles are hardworking locals but very short and rigid in dealing with patrons.

A Warm Welcome to Baddeck - We'll Be Back!…read more After six mornings of B&B/hotel breakfasts on our Nova Scotia stay, we were happy to choose a self-catering option in Baddeck, giving us the flexibility to eat on our own schedule and grab a bite to eat in the town. Willie's The Worn Doorstep was just what we wanted, and then more. Our suite was more of an apartment with the choice of two queen beds, a fairly large living room area with a kitchenette and verandah. Our room faced away from the street, and it was quiet with no traffic noise.The suite was clean, bright, nicely furnished, with comfortable beds, and a short stroll into town, making it an easy recommendation for others. We also sat upstairs on the roof deck, to enjoy the July weather and the views. But what made The Worn Doorstep an extra special stay for us was the kindness and hospitality of Willie and Gina. We were given a warm Scottish welcome (genuine - Willie is a Glaswegian, transplanted to Canada many years ago). Willie was enthusiastic and knowledgeable about Baddeck, gave lots of advice when we asked for local information, and shared many entertaining and interesting stories. Will return for more!

We booked the Romantic Package and were in Cottage #8. You get your own private one bedroom cabin…read morewith a kitchenette and bbq. The cottage was clean and really nice for relaxing. It also had a great view from our window. The bed was very comfortable. The gas fireplace was a nice touch on the cooler evening. With the Romantic Package came dinner. Our gourmet 5 course dinner by Chef Rod was delicious. While each course was wonderful, the star of the meal was the lobster papparedelle dish! The lobster was so tender with a touch of sweetness. I still think about the meal! I highly recommend doing dinner at the cottage. Our seafood picnic for lunch was awesome. Lobster, shrimp, crab, lox, salad and a baguette. Yummy and very filling for our day of hiking. It also came packed in a backpack cooler so you could take it to go. The afternoon snack was also very tasty and a nice perk when coming back. Lynn and Rod were wonderful hosts. They are friendly, helpful and great people. They also went above and beyond. I only wish that we had more time to enjoy the cottage and property. I highly recommend staying here. When we come back to Cape Breton Island, I know that we will be staying here.

We spent 2 nights there, July 29 and 30, 2018, and could not be happier. Well maintained cottages,…read moreeach with a sea view, a wonderful breakfast and each afternoon an "appetizer" delivered to the cottage. Each appetizer provided a meal to me: first day,crab dip and bacon wrapped scallops; second day, a lobster tail in drawn butter with accompanied by delightful Italian bread slices. Great location, friendly and accommodating staff, wonderful view. Hard to beat this place. We would definitely go again (and probably will).

This place is everything a real down home B&B should be. Em and I rolled up to this beautiful…read morehillside farm house on a whim, after arriving in Pleasant Bay later than expected and without any lodging planned. The proprietor, Tanya was incredibly welcoming and generous, and flexible with the fact that we have a medium-sized dog (despite her own cats!) and had arrived without any cash. We were immediately made to feel at home and spent a lovely evening chatting with the other guests on the screened-in porch with an amazing view overlooking the ocean. The adorable little bedroom was cozy and comfortable, the shared bathroom and toilet perfectly accommodating (the place only has three rooms, so sharing is no trouble), and the simple breakfast in the morning was delicious and lovingly prepared. Pleasant Bay is (very) small anyway of course, but I might add also that Windswept B&B is perfectly located for whale watching tours or a visit to the Buddhist monastery nearby. Most of all though, I can't speak highly enough of how comfy and cozy and quaint the little farm house itself is, and of how kind and accommodating its proprietor. I would definitely go back.

My tour group stayed here as we wanted a location close to Cape Breton National Park so we could…read moreget an early start to hiking. These are large chalet-type, well-spaced buildings with both upstairs and downstairs units. All of the upstairs units have an ocean view! We had four different units between the group, two up and two down. All were spacious and had small kitchens with every implement for cooking a meal for four. Staff was great and I would stay here again in a flash!

Staying here was an exceptional experience. The owner was welcoming and gracious. The wine and…read moresnacks in the early evening were a pleasant surprise. Breakfast was delicious and very elegantly served. We had mini quiche, fresh fruit cups, blueberry pineapple waffles, muffins, more, but those are what I tasted. The sheets on the bed were the silkiest. The living areas were furnished with antiques and decorative pieces, a pleasure to explore.

A charming Victorian home with a beautiful country garden. Breakfast was a tremendous selection of…read morefruit salad, eggs, pancakes, and more sweet breads than I can recall. We were well satisfied to continue exploring Cape Breton. A wonderful stay at a convenient location if travelling through, to or from Newfoundland at a great price. I highly recommend it.

Stayed 1 night in the Oceana room and wish we stayed longer. The bed is sooo comfortable. The decor…read moreis relaxing & listening to the ocean at night, sitting on the balcony was heaven.

A one bedroom cottage about 800 Sq feet. With a corner jet tub and in the off season for 135 a…read morenight get the moonbeamer cottage. Two days of pure luxury right on the beach. You can hear the waves crashing on the beach from your living room. I fell in love with this place. It was bigger then my home and it came with beach front what else could anyone expect for 135 a night. Off season. A perfect vacation. They only have one moonbeamer so reserve it. The rest are all family units cost more have an extra bedroom minus the Jacuzzi.

Below standard for B and Bs in Nova Scotia and PEI in terms of check in process, no owner to warmly…read morewelcome guests, small room with no amenities , I. e., no TV, one tiny shampoo for 2 people, and a cold breakfast buffet you would find at a very cheap hotel - cold hard boiled eggs from the refrigerator , breads, yogurt, very small selection of fruit, bagels. We had to go to breakfast at a restaurant after we left in order to get a decent hot breakfast The only positives about this place were it's location on the water and it's central location in town It was way overpriced for what we got

Very nice Bed and Breakfast…read more Pros - towards the end of the street and so a little quieter and more private (but easy access to all places of interest in this small town). A nice commons room, nice porch, and a nice place to sit at the lake's edge. Kitchen is very nice and there is a small refrigerator where you can store your own food. Beds comfortable. Cons - this is a house refurbished into a B&B and so the bathroom/shower is shared. The breakfast is good, but it's not a fancy upscale breakfast (e.g., it's not french toast stuff with local blueberries) cooked by the host.