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James
9 Aug 2025
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James
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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Charming Dockside Escape: Life by the Ocean
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroom616 sq m
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Dryer
- Fireplace
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
The current price is AU$613
AU$613
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Explore the area
Cheticamp, NS
- Gallery La Bella Mona Lisa15 min walk
- Le Portage Golf Club15 min walk
- Cheticamp Visitor Centre6 min drive
Room options
About the area
Cheticamp
This holiday home places you in the centre of Cheticamp, within just a 15-minute stroll of Centre de la Mi-Carême and Le Portage Golf Club. Highlights at this holiday home include a dryer, free WiFi and a fireplace. .Home features 1.5 bathrooms, a TV and a coffee/tea maker. A microwave and a stovetop make in-room dining convenient. .In proximity to this Cheticamp holiday home you'll find Cape Breton Highlands National Park.
What's nearby
- Les Trois Pignons - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Gallery La Bella Mona Lisa - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Le Portage Golf Club - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Cheticamp Visitor Centre - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
- Cheticamp Harbour Range Front Lighthouse - 21 min drive - 14.4 km
Getting around
- Sydney, NS (YQY) - 142 min drive
Restaurants
- L’abri - 10 min walk
- Mr Chicken - 9 min walk
- Le Gabriel - 1 min walk
- Marguerite Boutique Et Provisions - 3 min walk
- The Doryman - 7 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Charming Dockside Escape: Life by the Ocean
Welcome to your perfect getaway in this charming 2-bedroom short-term rental suite, ideally situated on the world famous Cabot Trail, in the charming village of Cheticamp. Steps away from the front deck is a working wharf and whale watching. This small home is also conveniently located across the road from restaurants, entertainment venues, and shopping options, offering you the ultimate in convenience and leisure.
Check in begins at 3pm and checkout is at 11am. Please note that there is free parking but no reserved parking in front of the house. It can get quite busy in front of the house in tourist season but you should always be able to find parking infront of beside the house
Check in begins at 3pm and checkout is at 11am. Please note that there is free parking but no reserved parking in front of the house. It can get quite busy in front of the house in tourist season but you should always be able to find parking infront of beside the house
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
Living spaces
- Fireplace
Entertainment
- TV
Laundry
- Dryer
- Laundry facilities
Comfort
- Air conditioning
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Location highlights
- In the city centre
- Near the marina
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Whale watching 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
- Unit size: 6,631 square feet
Policies
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- Pets are welcome Service animals are exempt from fees.
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
On-site 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.
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property Registration Number STR2526D6451
Property is also known as
309442
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Charming Dockside Escape: Life by the Ocean?
The closest beach to Charming Dockside Escape: Life by the Ocean is Pleasant Bay Beach (27.7 km).
How much does it cost to stay at Charming Dockside Escape: Life by the Ocean?
As of 10 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Dockside Escape: Life by the Ocean on 24 Sept 2025 start from AU$612.99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Charming Dockside Escape: Life by the Ocean have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Charming Dockside Escape: Life by the Ocean?
No, Charming Dockside Escape: Life by the Ocean does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a golf course on site at Charming Dockside Escape: Life by the Ocean?
There isn't one on site, but Le Portage Golf Club is a short 11-minute walk away.
Charming Dockside Escape: Life by the Ocean Reviews
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