[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 2 BR home 250m from Port Hood beach. Sleeps 6 Family-friendly vacation home in Port Hood ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95790000/95789300/95789272/33cb9b95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95790000/95789300/95789272/12b1d742.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95790000/95789300/95789272/c90ea328.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95790000/95789300/95789272/c5f20d4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95790000/95789300/95789272/301a2fac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the heart of Port Hood, Sandcastle in the (Port) Hood ocean view cottage offers a warm and inviting beach-themed retreat. Relax on the covered deck with an ocean view, sip coffee or unwind with your favorite beverage while watching the sunset over the water. The kitchen is fully equipped for whipping up delicious meals for family and friends to enjoy at the dining table that seats four adults. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 2 BR home 250m from Port Hood beach. Sleeps 6 Modern home decorated with a beach theme that is warm and inviting. It's mainly suitable for 4 people. The two bedrooms are tastefully decorated and feature plush queen size beds and soft linens, ensuring a good night's sleep after a day of exploring the area. The the living room features a queen sofa bed if you need the extra sleeping space. There is also a comfy chair, flat screen TV with Roku and a view of the ocean. The kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances and has everything you need to whip up delicious meals for family and friends. The dining table has room for four adults. The bathroom is clean and modern, with a shower and plenty of fresh towels. Outside, the cottage has a covered deck where you can sip your morning coffee or watch the sunset over the water with your favorite beverage. There's also a BBQ and outdoor seating, making it ideal for outdoor dining. There's something for everyone here. And of course, there's the beach! Port Hood is the beach capital of Cape Breton. 5 Beaches only minutes away and 2 are within walking distance. Which one will be your favorite? Port Hood beaches are home to the warmest waters north of the Carolinas and are protected by Port Hood Island and a man-made breakwater. You’re sure to enjoy a fabulous day swimming, sunbathing, or beach combing in the warm shallow waters. Our home is also perfectly situated to explore the Cabot Trail. Start your day in Port Hood, explore the Trail and return for dinner by the ocean. We know you'll love our Sandcastle in the (Port) Hood ocean view cottage as much as we do. Book your stay today and start planning your dream vacation! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 700 square feet ## Similar properties ![Sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33659900/33659867/1f1a6edb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful Pet Friendly Home Mabou - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 54 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=33659867&PinnedHotelID=33659867&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117760000/117756800/117756751/b0727ca0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Trail Getaway Port Hood - 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Place the keys back in the lockbox and spin the dial. We thank you for your help and hope you had a wonderful and relaxing stay. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Quiet hours 11pm - 8am ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: High chair available but no infant beds. ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock 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 STR2425A9785 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C46.02167%2C-61.53557&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fqo0msF6ivYlOvUvl-8MvU3gJzs=) Port Hood, NS #### What's nearby - Central Park & Playground - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Port Hood Station Provincial Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km - Glenora Inn and Distillery - 31 min drive - 32.0 km - West Mabou Beach - 32 min drive - 12.6 km - Cabot Links - 43 min drive - 45.2 km #### Restaurants - ‪Sandeannie's - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Clove Hitch - ‬2 min drive - ‪The Bus - ‬13 min walk - ‪Casual Gourmet - ‬2 min walk - ‪Galloping Cows Fine Foods - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 2 BR home 250m from Port Hood beach. Sleeps 6 pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at 2 BR home 250m from Port Hood beach. Sleeps 6? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 2 BR home 250m from Port Hood beach. Sleeps 6? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 2 BR home 250m from Port Hood beach. Sleeps 6 located? > This family-friendly Port Hood vacation home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Central Park & Playground and Port Hood Library. Inverness Beach Boardwalk and Port Hood Station Provincial Park are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 2 BR home 250m from Port Hood beach. Sleeps 6 Reviews 9.6 ### 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 8.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elisabeth V. Sep 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sand castle cottage Very nice cottage and we loved to have the beach so close ##### Elisabeth V. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sydney R. Jul 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Seaglass palace This property was beyond our expectations. We would recommend it to all friends and family. Looking forward to staying again! ##### Sydney R. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen D., Alberta Oct 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just right Cottage although space constrained was well equipped and nicely decorated. Beds were wonderful and linens lovely. Perfect fur our needs! ##### Kathleen D. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Murray B. Aug 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### An Awesome Relaxing Stay The Host provided us with everything we needed and more! We never had to call for anything. We needed a place for 5 adults and place to sleep and fuel up for a big family get together This was a place I would like to stay for a Month with just my wife and me Thanks again ##### Murray B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Clay Apr 3, 2025 ##### Clay Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen Oct 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Lovely home. Clean. Equipt with all accomodations needed for a comfortable stay ##### Karen Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen Oct 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication ##### Karen Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Karen Oct 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication ##### Karen Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Antigonish](https://www.expedia.ca/New-Glasgow-Hotels-Microtel-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Antigonish.h64402536.Hotel-Information) > > [Old Orchard Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Wolfville-Hotels-Old-Orchard-Inn-Spa.h903228.Hotel-Information) > > [Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Annapolis-Royal-Hotels-Digby-Pines-Golf-Resort-Spa.h890065.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Halifax - Dartmouth](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-By-Hilton-Halifax-Dartmouth.h2432733.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Bridgewater Hotel & Convention Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Lunenburg-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Bridgewater-Hotel-Convention-Centre.h3812334.Hotel-Information) > > [Inverary Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Baddeck-Hotels-Inverary-Resort.h3845323.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Halifax-Airport.h1942038.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Halifax Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Halifax-Airport.h1379443.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge by Wyndham Sydney](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Travelodge-By-Wyndham-Sydney.h13904.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Sydney-Waterfront.h27986.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Halifax Dartmouth](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Halifax-Dartmouth.h27486693.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Glengarry Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-Glasgow-Hotels-Best-Western-Glengarry-Hotel.h6213.Hotel-Information) > > [Super 8 by Wyndham Windsor NS](https://www.expedia.ca/Wolfville-Hotels-Super-8-By-Wyndham-Windsor-NS.h1710981.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Dartmouth-Hotels-Sandman-Signature-Dartmouth-Hotel.h92611337.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Hotel Bayer's Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Comfort-Hotel-Bayers-Lake.h4258037.Hotel-Information) > > [Inn on Prince Hotel & Conference Centre Truro](https://www.expedia.ca/New-Glasgow-Hotels-Inn-On-Prince-Hotel-Conference-Centre-Truro.h428538.Hotel-Information) > > [Tru By Hilton Yarmouth](https://www.expedia.ca/Yarmouth-Hotels-Tru-By-Hilton-Yarmouth.h58323252.Hotel-Information) > > [Alt Hotel Halifax Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Alt-Hotel-Halifax-Airport.h6159326.Hotel-Information) > > [Oak Island Resort & Conference Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Lunenburg-Hotels-Oak-Island-Resort-Conference-Centre.h1215229.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Chocolate-Lake-Hotel.h11505.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Dartmouth by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-And-Suites-Halifax-Dartmouth.h34504431.Hotel-Information) > > [Halifax Tower Hotel & Conference Centre, an Ascend Collection Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Halifax-Tower-Hotel-Conference-Centre.h76690078.Hotel-Information) > > [Residence Inn by Marriott Halifax Dartmouth](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Halifax-Dartmouth.h27486696.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Dartmouth Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Dartmouth-Hotel-Suites.h2256605.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Dartmouth](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Dartmouth.h15692.Hotel-Information) > > [Keltic Lodge At The Highlands](https://www.expedia.ca/Ingonish-Beach-Hotels-Keltic-Lodge-At-The-Highlands.h90103667.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn by Hilton Sydney](https://www.expedia.ca/Membertou-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-By-Hilton-Sydney-Nova-Scotia.h4905064.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Stellarton by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/New-Glasgow-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Stellarton.h2066604.Hotel-Information) > > [The Simon Hotel Sydney](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Cambridge-Suites-Hotel-Sydney.h8311.Hotel-Information) > > [HFX Airport Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Goffs-Hotels-HFX-Airport-Hotel.h528264.Hotel-Information)