Title: Writer’s Retreat. Secluded Waterfront Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Writer’s Retreat. Secluded Waterfront Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76700000/76691700/76691666/17dc4f58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76700000/76691700/76691666/89e7673c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76700000/76691700/76691666/aa800b97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76700000/76691700/76691666/5231ce9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76700000/76691700/76691666/7dfc3801.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled amongst mature trees, Tigh Beag offers a secluded waterfront retreat on the Bras d’Or lake. Enjoy reconnecting with nature and unwind with access to over an acre of treed property, a private beach, and outdoor games. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Gym - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace ## 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. ### Writer’s Retreat. Secluded Waterfront Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton Our Tigh Beag (little house in Gaelic) invites you to relax and unwind. Enjoy reconnecting with nature and with yourself at our secluded waterfront home on the Bras d’Or lake (the largest inland salt water lake in the world). Nestled amongst mature trees, our three bedroom house is a short drive to world class golf and within a day’s drive to many of the best seasonal attractions Cape Breton has to offer. Guests enjoy access to the entire house and over an acre of treed property. Hi speed wifi, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, gas BBQ, washer and dryer, full bathroom as well as an large screen T.V with ROKU, an assortment of DVD movies, video games, books, indoor and outdoor games and an electric fireplace make for a comfortable stay. Our beach is private and peaceful connecting to the house via a rustic path. There is a spot on the beach for fires and a propane fire pit on the deck. We are 30 minutes from grocery/gas so be sure to stop in Port Hawkesbury or St.Peters for supplies on your way. The house is small and caters to couples or small families. NON-SHEDDING dogs will be considered on a case by case basis. We are located in St. George’s Channel, half way between St. Peter’s and Port Hawkesbury. We are 5 miles from the Dundee Golf Course and less than10 miles from a Provincial Park boat launch. Fishing Booking names the Bras d’Or lake as a golden ticket to both freshwater and saltwater fishing adventures. As well, we are within a day’s round trip drive to The Fortress Louisbourg, Miners Museum, Highland Village, Cabot Links Golf, Alexander Graham Bell Museum, Gaelic College, Glenora Distillery, local vineyards, and many other attractions. The Cabot Trail is also accessible and can be driven round trip within a day if you get an early start. Celtic Colours is one of many music festivals that takes place on the island, and we are perfectly situated for easy access to the many venues. There is a lot to see and do in Cape Breton. We are a great stopping point as well for folks heading on to Newfoundland via North Sydney if they chose the scenic route 4. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Gym - Golfing nearby - Kayaking 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Unit size: 1,500 square feet - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Please leave any garbage in the house or in the bin beside the house for cleaner. Please do not use box at end of driveway. Please leave key on counter. Safe travels. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules No parties or events. Not to be used for hunting related trips. Quiet voices before 8:00a.m and after 9:00p.m Unregistered guests will be charged 350$ each per night ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets Note from host: Extra cleaning/damage will be at guests expense. ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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, a first aid kit, 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 STR2425B2725 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=45.72456,-61.030647&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:qmbvGp%60osJ%3FU%3FW%3FU%3FU%40U%40U%40W%40U%40UBU%40U%40UBUBUBUBUBUBSDUDSBUDSDUDSFSDUFSDSFQFSFSFSFQFQHSHQFQHQHOHQHQHOHOJQHOJMHOJOJMJOJMLMJMJKJMLKJKLMLIJKLILKLILILILINGLGLILENGLGNELENELENENCLCNCNCNCLANCNANAL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FN%40N%40NBN%40LBNBNBNBLBNDLDNDNDLDNFLFLDLHNFLFLHLHLHLHLJLHLJJJLJJJLJJLLJJLJLJLJNJLJNHNJLJPHNHNHNJPFPHNHPHPFPHRFPFRFPHRDRFRFPDRDTFRDRDTDRBTDRDTBTBRBTBTBTBT%40TBT%40T%40T%40T%40V%40T%40T%3FT%3FT%3FV%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FVATATATATATATCVATCTCRCTCTCTCTERETCRETERETGRERERGRGRERIPGRGPGRIPGPIPIPIPGPKNINIPINKNKNILKNKNKLKLKLKLMLKJMJKLMJKJMHMJMHMHMHMHMHMFOHMFMFMFODMDOFOBMFOBMBODOBOBM%40OBO%40O%40O%40M%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FMAOAOAOAMCOAOCOCMEOCOCMGOCMGOEMEOGMGMGMIOGMIMIMIMIMIMKKIMKMKKMMKKKKMKMMMKMKMKOKMIOKOIOKOIOIQIOIQIQIQGQIQIQGSGQGSGQGSGSESGSESGSEUESEUCSEUESCUCUCUCUCSCUAUAWCUAUAUAUAUAU%3FW%3FU%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hrgcCgeqAE-nKu1WwWvzheoaOCM=) St. George’s Channel, NS #### What's nearby - Dundee Golf Club - 5 min drive - 5.8 km - Dundee Resort & Golf Club - 8 min drive - 6.9 km - St. Peters Marina - 34 min drive - 36.9 km - Battery Provincial Park - 36 min drive - 37.9 km - Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre - 38 min drive - 40.2 km #### Restaurants - ‪Oban - ‬26 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Writer’s Retreat. Secluded Waterfront Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at Writer’s Retreat. Secluded Waterfront Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Writer’s Retreat. Secluded Waterfront Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Writer’s Retreat. Secluded Waterfront Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Bras d'Or Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Dundee Resort & Golf Club and Buchanan Lake. Shoal Lake and Third Lake are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Writer’s Retreat. Secluded Waterfront Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 12 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen Sep 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We loved the stay here at the Writer’s Retreat which was only a short distance from a wedding venue (Dundee Golf and Country Club). It is pet friendly and our dog Charlie felt right at home plus it was great to have a nice safe path to walk Charlie to the lakeshore where we enjoyed the beautiful scenery of the salt water lake. Sandy and John are excellent hosts. ![Beach walk with Charlie and our daughter ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/05a3d808-7dc4-4992-be6b-16f94a1aef57-1757240948324.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Lion’s mane Jellyfish ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f162fe5e-2a1b-4c9f-9b97-e8e84dca374f-1757240948350.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Charlie Chillin’ ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4fb1f6c7-34bf-4e8a-92b1-308e59c47337-1757240948710.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![View from Deck](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a2f6a7fb-01dc-4734-bda2-1ca05227314c-1757240947882.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Stephen Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew T. Jul 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet spot We stayed there while fishing so we were gone early and back late but its a beautiful spot. With every thing you need for a perfect vacation stay. Dundee just down the road with a beautiful beach. ##### Andrew T. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott M. Sep 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Out first Nova Scotia visit The cottage was excellent and very comfortable. We enjoyed our time there and needed nothing. Hope to come back again and see the fall foliage. Thanks for sharing your home. ##### Scott M. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Faye D. Sep 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peacefully Bliss The cottage is very comfortable and well equipped for all your needs. We brought our own groceries and enjoyed bbqing and sitting on the deck. The private path to the beach was such a pleasant addition. Great cell service and lots of movies and games to pass the time. Close to St Peter's and Marble Mountain to see the scenery. Enjoyed 5 evenings of beautiful sunsets. Highly recommend. ##### Faye D. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Brian A. Oct 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good The place is good, and we had a good time in the area. The place is not right on the beach--it is about a 200 meter walk through the woods. The house is pretty remote, which can be a good thing, but every place we wanted to visit is at least an hour drive away. We did a lot of driving and spent a lot on gas. We wish we had stayed in Baddeck. ##### Brian A. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colleen F. Aug 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! What a wonderful week! The cottage is so cozy with all the conveniences one could want. A beautiful location and magical path to the lake. Such peace and tranquility. My only regret is I didn’t get to stay longer! I’ll be booking again for next year and won’t make the same mistake :) ##### Colleen F. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stan Z. Sep 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect little quiet home. We chose this location by proximity to the lake. It was clean and well appointed and did not disappoint (other than we didn’t catch any fish). Home was well stocked with necessity item including cookware which was important for us as we cooked our own meals. It also had dishwasher and detergent along with washer and dryer and laundry soap. It was a quiet peaceful location and I would definitely stay there again! ##### Stan Z. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deanne W. Sep 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxation After a VERY minor glitch with the alarm system we settled in to this lovely and extremely comfortable home. Everything we needed was there, from kitchen utensils to squirrels and deer to the most amazing sunset! Even a day of rain was not an issue. It was perfect for hot chocolate and curling up with a good book. The only thing that would have made it better would have been more time there. ##### Deanne W. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Maria Elisa C. Jul 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful spot. This is a lovely cottage fully equipped with everything you need. The path down to the water is magical and the scenery is breathtaking.The only reason that I did not give it 5 stars is because we had a difficult time finding food when we arrived. The nearest market is 25 minutes away. If you come prepared with provisions you are all set for a wonderful time. ##### Maria Elisa C. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia Sep 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication We loved everything. It had everything you could possibly want or need. The path to the lake could use some lighting. Otherwise it is an amazing place to unwind and decompress. We definitely want to go back. ##### Patricia Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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)