Northern Cape Breton
The Top of the Island

Efficiency Cottages in Northern Cape Breton

The goal of the owner/operators of vacation cottages is to provide guests with a  private and unique getaway experience. Cottages are located throughout the Top of Cape Breton Island region, on scenic coastal settings, in picturesque valleys, along quiet country side roads, alongside fishing ports and harbors... all just off the world famous Cabot Trail.

Cottages are fully furnished and most are equipped with a wide  range of amenities. Their owners encourage you to log on their web sites and email or call them in the planning stage of your vacation. Their knowledgeable staff will assist guests with times, location and directions for local culture, history and other related events and activities.

 
Nanny Helen's Guest House
After touring our beautiful area, come home and relax at Nanny Helen's. A 3 bedroom fully equipped housekeeping cottage.
Website: http://www.nannyhelenshouse.ca/
Phone: 383 2600 or 285 4510
Email: nannyhelenshouse@ns.sympatico.ca
Shoreline Cottages
These beautiful, fully equipped cottages, are nestled along the Atlantic Ocean shoreline, in the picturesque fishing village of Neil's Harbour
Website: http://www.shorelinecottages.net
Phone: 902-336-2757
Email: lloydlamey@ns.sympatico.ca
South Harbour Hideaway Summer Home
Come relax in this lovely, privately located, four bedroom, waterfront Heritage home. Only minutes from boat launch, kayaking, laundry mat and beaches.
Website: http://www.campingcapebreton.com
Phone: 902-383-2116
Fax: 902-383-2701
Email: info@campingcapebreton.com
The Shack
The Shack is a 2 bedroom bungalow equipped with all amenities Minutes from the best beaches whale watching hiking and the world famous Cabot Trail.
Phone: 902-383-2143
Fax: 902-383-2472

Local services for visitors

Bank machines can be found at the Central Co-op in Bay St Lawrence and the Neil's Harbour Co-op. Both are open from 9am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday, and Sundays from noon to 5pm.

Groceries are available in Neil's Harbour, Cape North and Bay St Lawrence.

The Co-ops in Bay St Lawrence and Neil's Harbour carry beer, wine and other alcohol.

Fresh, uncooked, unfrozen seafood can be purchased at the docks in Bay St Lawrence, Dingwall and Neil's Harbour. Call ahead for landing times and seasonal availability. Catches will vary with the weather and season. Fresh mussels are available across from the Fire Hall in Cape North. Fresh oysters can be purchased at Hideaway Oyster Market in South Harbour.

Neil's Harbour is home to the local hospital, health clinic, ambulance and pharmacy. Trained emergency first responders live throughout the region. 911 is the emergency number, and both ambulance and first responders are quick to arrive on the scene.

Church services are open to all in Bay St Lawrence (Protestant), St Margaret's Village (Roman Catholic), Aspy Bay (United), Dingwall (Roman Catholic), New Haven (Roman Catholic), Neil's Harbour (Anglican).

The Bay St Lawrence Community Center has a public laundromat, library, fitness center and children's activities.

Gas and car repair services can be found in Neil's Harbour and Cape North.

Ask your host to recommended a baby-sitter.