[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling, Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39040000/39037500/39037495/2eb9750f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39040000/39037500/39037495/w1152h1536x448y0-8bc38643.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39040000/39037500/39037495/61917c06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39040000/39037500/39037495/1974470a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39040000/39037500/39037495/98167d6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on a mountain overlooking the largest freshwater lake in Nova Scotia, this newly renovated house offers endless outdoor adventure. With 105 acres of hardwood forest to explore and eagles soaring above, unwind with a barbecue on the large deck or retreat to one of five spacious bedrooms. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 103000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Air conditioning ## 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. ### 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 amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### 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 - 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 - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 3,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109630000/109629300/109629258/1bf8b785.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Victorian Mansion in the heart of picturesque Mabou town. 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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 STR2425D2477 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ## 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%7C46.07491%2C-61.13837&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KqvXn91pktMidUbI9EkDPAIZCK8=) Inverness, Cape Breton, NS #### What's nearby - Lake Ainslie - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Trout Brook Provincial Park - 13 min drive - 13.2 km - Cabot Links - 37 min drive - 32.5 km - Glenora Inn and Distillery - 38 min drive - 31.9 km - Cabot Cliffs Golf Course - 47 min drive - 37.9 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,? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is House on the lake. Large home with cathedral ceiling, located? > This family-friendly West Lake Ainslie vacation 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 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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