Oceanside stay.At this Mulgrave vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Mulgrave Heritage Centre and 6 miles (10 km) of MacMillans Lake. Harveys Lake and Port Hastings Historical Society Museum and Archives are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Port Hastings Historical Society Museum and Archives - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
Port Hasting Museum - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
North Canso Lighthouse - 14 min drive - 13.5 km
Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre - 15 min drive - 14.8 km
Getting around
Sydney, NS (YQY) - 118 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 15 min drive
Tim Hortons - 15 min drive
Tim Hortons - 16 min drive
Tim Hortons - 7 min drive
Miller's Tap & Grill - 16 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
House with Stunning Ocean View
This home is a welcoming retreat for artists and anyone who values quiet and seclusion. It is decorated in an eclectic mix of antique items (including a cannister set from the 1880's once belonging to my great-grandparents in the Netherlands) to original works of modern art. The open concept mini home was renovated in 2021/22 to provide everything you could hope for in a vacation home: A/C, updated kitchen, sliding doors to a huge screen room, woodstove and ensuite bathroom. Please note - the house is on a steep hill so if you are towing a heavy trailer, or your vehicle needs a brake job - this may not be the rental for you.
Property manager
Renny
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General
Unit size: 900 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Pets are welcome
Maximum 2 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
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-2023-24-04271155391375687-7151
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
House with Stunning Ocean View Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 35 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Good
Thomas M.
27 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Celtic Colors
Very quick response from owner on any questions we had.
Thomas M.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
S D.
19 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Steep Creek Stay
The cottage was comfortable and clean. Beautiful view of the strait and easy to get to. Thanks for a great stay!
S D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jenny S.
18 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wow!
Breath taking location and so quiet! We adored this place and especially loved the outdoor screened patio!
Jenny S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine F.
8 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage Mulgrave NS
The cottage is perfect so clean and neat there is a screened in porch that was wonderful to spend time on
For us it was a great location
Christine F.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dwayne and Elizabeth C.
7 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful quite peaceful place and nice scenery
Peaceful and nice scenery would recommend staying again. Thanks Renny
Dwayne and Elizabeth C.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Lisa K., Coventry, RI 02816
18 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mulgrave
Beautiful house! Very steep driveway . Easy drive to Cape Breton. Cute cafe nearby for breakfast.
Lisa K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Francis H.
15 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation in Nova Scotia
Cottage was a nice design with a great view.
Francis H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen S.
28 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The seal dealer was the enclosed veranda. 2 full bathrooms, 2 bedrooms and a very comfortable, enjoyable open concept kitchen/living room area. Loved watching the nature as well as the lobster boats and freighters going past. Great central place for going to different areas. Excellent food choices, especially The Cove (3 times). Would love to come back and definitely recommend to anyone looking for a wonderful place to stay.
Karen S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Connie M.
1 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Wonderful, small place which was exactly what we were looking for. We used it as a base to explore Cape Breton Trail. Master bedroom very nice en suite. Spare bedroom very small. Great woodburning stove! And view was nice.
Connie M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Charles B.
17 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mulgrave, NS visit
Well kept, older modular home. The place grew on me. It was early spring so the straight was readily visible. The driveway is quite steep. We didn't have any trouble getting up but it not for the faint of heart. The gas grill was a great feature. Wifi worked well.
We visited "Authentic Seacoast"/Rare bird brewing and had a great time.
Charles B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Brian L., Toronto, Canada
18 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
An inviting sanctuary
We stayed 26 nights with our dog. The cottage itself was clean, up to date and well outfitted (new, soft beds!). The property is very private, heavily wooded and with great sight lines to the water. It is actually located in Steep Creek, about 4-5 miles from Mulgrave proper (and the nearest coffee shop). Google has it wrong. The sole road there (Rte 344) doesn't have much of a shoulder so we had to drive everywhere, including for dog walks. Having an electrical outlet (lighting) on the porch and a couple of folding chairs to sit outside (the weather was lovely) would be plusses. Don't overlook the 5km trail in Mulgrave and extensive trails in Port Hawkesbury; the Cove Motel on the water in nearby Aulds Cove is a good choice for a superior meal.
Brian L.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
C K.
14 Sep 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage with water view
The cottage was perfect for taking daily outings to the surrounding area including an easy access to the Cabot trail. The house was super clean. We were even greeted with a bald eagle fly by on arrival.
As other reviews have noted, be sure to stop by the Front Porch for coffee and goodies.
C K.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gary W.
2 Sep 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely private house with beautiful views
Our stay at Steep Creek was very enjoyable and relaxing.
The house was clean, tidy, and in great condition. Looks like there have been many upgrades done inside and out.
Karen read one of Rennys books (Garden Girl) while we were there and really liked the book. We would not hesitate to recommend this home.
Thanks for sharing Woodsong cottage Renny.
Karen and Gary
Gary W.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan C.
24 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Mullgrave
Nice place but need to replace the beds. Really liked having two washrooms for four adults. It was unfortunate that it rained so much. I would rent again if I was coming back to the area.
Susan C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Judy M.
16 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Well Appointed
We had everything we needed and more in this well-appointed unit.
Judy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gabriela S.
13 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Mulgrave by Cape Breton
Beautifully equipped cottage for those that want to stay close to Bridge to Cape Breton but still enjoy some quiet and privacy. Couldn’t ask for more.
Gabriela S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Tajammul K.
7 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Taj Khan
The property was clean and the location is beautiful.
Tajammul K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mike S.
4 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great launch point for our exploration.
Renny’s place is exactly as advertised. Great view and excellent positioning for our daylong exploration.
Renny provided some excellent insight into nearby places (beaches and an island) to visit. We particularly liked the beach she recommended (Point Michaud). A beautiful and tranquil Nova Scotia beach.
One place we enjoyed that we happened upon was the Musgrave Museum. The gentleman who runs the facility was a true pleasure to visit with and learn some history about the surrounding area.
We found Renny’s place to offer good value and a great base for our daily pursuits.
Mike S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
George L.
25 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at woodsong cottage in mulgrave nova scotia.
Very quiet and relaxing place.Great for dogs. Nice view of the water.
George L.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Doug N.
19 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place
Enjoyed it thoroughly
Doug N.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jasmine D.
16 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to get away!
We came here for a quiet weekend and this rental was exactly what we were looking for. It was far enough from the road that we could take the kids outside for a walk and even got to see some local wildlife!
Jasmine D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lise D.
4 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Exactly what we needed.
Lise D.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jeff
13 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
A wonderful rental
This was an amazing trip. Itall started with this rental. After one day, we considered it home, not just a place to stay. The house was very clean and well stocked. We brought some stuff that we didn't need to because it was so well stocked. The internet was awesome for being away from major centers. The beds were comfortable, There was not one thing I wouldn't give 5 stars to (except the driveway which was a 3 just because it was steep). It was close to everything we wanted (Cape Breton) and we found a lovely little cafe in Mulgrave (The Front Porch) which was great for breakfast. And the stunning ocean view? The view from the screened porch was awesome. First day saw multiple Bald Eagles. The ultimate compliment I could give this rental? I would absolutely go back!
Jeff
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie M.
27 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Get-a-way
Woodsong Cottage was a quaint home away from home. Very clean and perfect location for meeting up with our friends who have recently moved to the Canso Strait Area. Having this cottage as our jumping off point to explore the area was perfect. Yes the driveway is quite steep but our truck and trailer had no issues. Bringing our ATV's to explore the local trails was great and lots of room to offload/reload at the cottage. Renny was super great to communicate with and we met her property manager, Mary and her husband, when they stopped in to make sure we accessed the property ok - thanks for the early admittance to use the facilities - the drive from NB was a stretch! Thank you again for a great little get-a-way, we only wish we could have stayed longer!
Stephanie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Melanie T.
13 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We had an awesome time staying at Renny’s cottage. It was so clean and had everything we needed. Renny was always quick to respond and assisted us immediately with any questions we had. Although we weren’t there much in the day we still managed to truly enjoy the property. I can’t say anything negative about our stay here, it was truly amazing and we will never forget it!!