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Cape Breton Lake Cottages — accommodation in Scotsville, Cape Breton

Cape Breton Lake Cottages

Stay in waterfront cottages on Lake Ainslie with private hot tubs, free kayaking, and access to Celtic Shores Coastal Trail near Inverness.

accommodation· Scotsville, NS · ★ 5.00 (18 reviews)

Enjoy beautiful waterfront views from the privacy of your own wood fired hot tub that overlooks stunning Lake Ainslie. Cape Breton Lake Cottages is the perfect place to start your day, exploring all that Cape Breton Island has to offer. The cottages are a fifteen minute drive to amenities such as the world famous Cabot Golf courses, West Mabou beach, Inverness beach and the Glen Breton Distillery. On the property you can kayak on the lake, watch bald eagles and star gaze from your cottage deck at night. The trailhead for walking and biking the fantastic Celtic Shores Coastal Trail is just a five minute drive up the road. -Book in our one or two bedroom cottages or tiny home. All have full kitchens, wifi, BBQ, AC, and private wood fired hot tub -Kayak, paddle board, or canoe free on-site -Fire-pit and free firewood Open May to November, prices vary

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