We loved this B&B and it was a wonderful place to wrap up our tour of Cape Breton. It is…read morebeautifully set just a few minutes north of town so you get country ambience and quiet but the convenience of city center options just a few minutes drive away. The hosts are delightful and clearly enjoy conversation with all their guests. Our room was excellent with plenty of windows for fresh air and a very effective A/C unit when things got hot. The entire property is well appointed and the bed was very comfortable. We had a great night's sleep. Take the time to explore the old barn which is also a nursery. The old wood structure is quite beautiful and interesting. My one downer during our stay was that hordes of mosquitoes seemed to love the ceiling right outside our room (6). I'm very tall and have a bald head ... so I was not thrilled about that. However, I'm not sure quite what the hosts could have done about it. I didn't bring it up because it may have just been a singular occurrence with the high heat and humidity that evening. Bottom line? This place is a first class winner. Book here with complete peace of mind.

We had the most comfortable stay at this place. The pillows and beds were so comfortable, the room…read morewas beautiful and spotless, and breakfast was great and included a homemade cinnamon apple egg bake. Jan and Glen were so kind and extremely accommodating with a few personal needs. We definitely recommend staying here!

Heather is the nicest BB host I've ever met and she freshly made each of our breakfast dishes -…read morewhich is rare for BB hosts to do - her place is very clean and comfortable, great Internet connection. Location is right by the NFL ferry and close to many good restaurants.

Just leaving the Harbourfront B&B. The owner is very kind and accommodating. Slept soundly and…read morefelt at home. Enjoyed our stay!

In search of a stay for a night in Port Hawkesbury, we decided in this B&B. We were told to come…read moreafter 6 or 7pm as the hosts were going to arrive from out of town. Upon entering the door my heart must have sank looking at the old house. I though this is going to be a long night. The welcome was warm and friendly and John was funny. Which was a relief. He showed us the bedroom which seemed older. But as we settled we came to grips that this must be a century home. The hardwood floors, the ceiling, the crown moulding, the railings outside, the bathroom. It can be a museum. The bed was OK, but the room had character. Overlooking the river and some side small rooms also rented by the same folks. Please refer to the pictures to believe it. The living room (parlour then) was amazing. They have pictures of the original owners. The house built more than 130 years ago!! We also told the host that we were vegetarian no eggs and a vegan. The host still made amazing breakfast for us. Blueberry Scones or biscuits were the best I have ever had. I could just pay them to eat those biscuits. Again the hosts were amazing. Newfoundlanders in Nova Scotia exceptional hospitality

We stayed at this place in Port Hawkesbury after booking online. There was a rather large group of…read moreus, and some were outside in the cabins. My family stayed in a unit in the house so I can only speak for it, but it was so adorable! The floors were a little creaky and I don't think soundproofing was fantastic, but the furnishings were old-school and very cute. The slanted ceiling, old wooden wardrobe, pictures and quilts, lacy curtains, and the washroom (with a shower and a separate old-style bathtub) had an adorable antique vibe. The size of the room was standard, but the washroom was quite roomy. I personally loved it! I believe it was a heritage house. It also had an amazing view of the harbour. Unfortunately we got in late and it faced west so we couldn't see sunrise, but I imagine sunset would've been spectacular! We also had breakfast there. If you're looking for fast grab-and-go this probably isn't the place (although I'm sure you can make arrangements), since there was just a couple as staff. However, the service was great and they were super attentive. The food was home-style and made on the spot to order, and coffee is freshly ground coffee beans pressed. It was a relaxing meal overlooking the beautiful view of the water. Would recommend a stay here :)

The English Country Garden B&B was our rest stop of choice after deciding to drive along the Cabot…read moreTrail last fall. Cape Breton is absolutely beautiful in the fall with all of the deciduous trees changing colour! This B&B was absolutely what we were looking for in a weekend away. The rooms have all been uniquely decorated and are named to match their motif: The conservatory room, Rose cottage, the African room and the Russian room. The later was the room we chose and it was a-mazing! This was my first experience with a king size bed and I was in heaven. A family of four could sleep quite comfortably in a bed that size, just sayin'. The Russian room also overlooks a lake in the backyard and has a massive tub complete with jets! (woooo ahhhh...) My affinity for lime green and purple was happily met in the massive headboard and general design of this room as well. I recall the breakfast we had the next morning being delicious also. Definitely avail yourself of this B&B if you head up to do the Cabot Trail this fall! With such a mild autumn so far, you're bound to still catch some of the natural beauty of the trees changing colour. Our B&B proprietors had a wealth of information on the walks and hikes in their area as well. Be forewarned: There is a tiny little $5 ferry barge that you have to get on in order to start the Cabot Trail. We weren't told about this and as a result drove around for an hour trying to find another road... there is no other road. Get on the ferry.

From the owner: High quality appointed bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. Full cooked breakfast included in all…read morerates.

This quaint heritage B&B inn has been beautifully maintained by Joyce for seventeen years, and she…read morehas mastered the art of meeting her travelling customers' needs. Many of the super-clean rooms in this former convent reflect the area's past coal mining history in both their names and antique furnishings. Although the rooms do not have TV's, there is a large and very comfortable common sitting area on the main floor with a large flatscreen. Sharing your stories with others happens again over the breakfast of assorted fruits, cereals, and yoghurt, along with Joyce's fantastic baked muffin omelettes with toast. Vespers By The Sea is a great little inn in Glace Bay!

After driving a portion of the Cabot Trail we stopped into Salty Rose's and The Periwinkle Cafe for…read morelunch before turning back to Sydney. What a delight. Located in an old home, it is quaint and clean. We ordered a Turkey Sandwich and due to the size, we decided to split the sandwich which was a good decision. We grabbed our sandwich and waters and headed outside to sit at one of the picnic tables as it was a gorgeous and sunny day. The sandwich was delicious. Fresh and flavorful and the bread was soft. The staff was nice, and the location was excellent. They have a parking lot off to the side with plenty of parking. We highly recommend a stop here along the Cabot Trail.

The Periwinkle Cafe is probably the best place to stop for lunch on the Cabot Trail. Inside it…read moreseems unprepossessing, but don't let the size and somewhat limited menu discourage you. For example, my snow-crab sandwich was excellent - with plenty of tasty crab meat, and my cappuccino a very good complement.

What an enjoyable evening at the Tulloch Inn. This beautiful country inn is located on an…read moreabsolutely incredible lake. Our room, the balcony facing the water was ideal. This it the place you want to stay at particularly if you are looking for a quiet restful retreat. The dining room was closed for evening meals due to Covid. I erred and chose to go to Whycomough to eat. It was a drive and just about every eating establishment was closed. We would have fared better heading to Inverness. The breakfast in the morning was so very good. Fresh local fruit, the best coffee and homemade whole wheat pancakes with real maple syrup and butter. Quiet! The home is deep in from the road so there is absolutely no traffic. The walls between the rooms and floor are completely soundproof. Our hostess advised us that if we needed them in the evening we would have to phone. Their room was directly below us but there just is no noise transmission. If you are taking the ferry to Newfoundland I suggest you consider this place.

I loved my stay at this inn. The accommodations were wonderful, so clean and comfortable. The…read moreowners were so kind and welcoming. Breakfasts were delicious, Betty is an incredible cook. I hope to come back someday.

We had a pleasant quiet stay at Haus Treuburg in the Suite Room, which was spacious, nicely…read moredecorated, incredibly clean, and comfortable. This room has a bath tub as well as a separate shower, and the room smells pleasantly like a faint touch of pine from the wood panels on the walls. Our hosts were quiet but friendly, not a chatty bunch like some B&Bs where we have stayed. Down by the water is a great strandkorb, imported from Germany, where you and your partner can sit with a beer or glass of wine and look at the water to relaaaax. There is no swimming in the water (too rocky), but it's still lovely to explore and take photos, watch the wildlife, and breath the fresh air. The only downside to the stay was that you had to pay an extra charge for breakfast. Granted, the breakfast was delightful, but it pushed our stay into a slightly more expensive zone than we had wanted.

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.