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.
Property manager
Mary Gillis
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets 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
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03251911390032768-3836, STR2425T0945
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Inverness, Cape Breton, NS
What's nearby
Lake Ainslie - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Bras d'Or Lake - 15 min drive - 14.1 km
Cabot Links - 30 min drive - 26.6 km
Glenora Inn and Distillery - 31 min drive - 25.4 km
Cabot Cliffs Golf Course - 36 min drive - 31.3 km
Frequently asked questions
Is House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling, pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling,?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling,?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling, located?
This family-friendly West Lake Ainslie holiday home is located on a lake, steps from Lake Ainslie and within 9 mi (15 km) of Trout Brook Provincial Park and Bras d'Or Lake. Whycocomagh Provincial Park and Black River Bog Nature Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 km).
House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling, Reviews
Reviews
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Wonderful
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jillian C.
25 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
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Jillian C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark S.
12 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Mark S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Jennifer B.
30 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Jennifer B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Christine C.
20 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
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.
James
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Glen B.
22 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Super Place
Beautiful property and great owner. Very clean and easy to stay there. Would love to go back.
Glen B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jeff G.
6 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Jeff G.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Lynn S.
6 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Lynn S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
11 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Teresa C.
14 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, well-provisioned home
The house was perfect for my family group.
Teresa C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ted S.
21 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
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. .
Ted S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sheldon L., Canada
2 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Sheldon L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Shelley G., Calgary, Alberta Canada
10 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Shelley G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Paula M.
2 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
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!!!
Paula M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
6/10 Okay
Adele S.
14 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
comfortable Home overlooking lake Ainslie
Lovely view in spacious well appointed home marred only by pervasive musty smell especially in the lower level rooms.