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4 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this cottage rental
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The Sailors Rest House is located on the beautiful Isle Madame, the French Acadian heart of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia (Eastern Shore). Originally built by the first settlers in the mid-1800s, Sailors Rest has recently been fully renovated and now offers comfortable rooms equipped with bright furniture and handcrafted driftwood beach art. Here you can enjoy two cozy rooms with twin beds (one extendable to 2x2m = 78x78inch) on the first floor or watch the sunset from the elevated couch on the ground floor.
You will immediately enjoy the L-shape deck, located on a 35,514 sq. ft. property, bordering the rocks and one of the 7 sand and pebbles beaches with lots of privacy.
Ask for our Hobie Adventure Island Trimarans. Learn how to sail in one day with our instructions.
After crossing the Atlantic and living on our sailboat for a few years we make a rest and renovated our private Sailor`s Rest House with lots of love.
Das Sailor`s Rest Haus liegt im Osten der Insel Nova Scotia, genauer gesagt auf der charmanten, franko kanadisch geprägten Isle Madame im Osten Kanadas, z.B. von Frankfurt aus in 6-7 Stunden Direktflug mehrmals wöchentlich erreichbar. Es gibt keinen atemberaubenderen und exponierteren Ort auf der Insel.
WIFI high speed Internet and linen/towels included
Security or Damage Deposit
A refundable security/damage deposit of 400 CAD is due at booking. We accept credit card or paypal. When warranted, the deposit (or portion thereof) is refunded within 5 days of departure.
Pet Policy, Deposit & Fees
Pets are not allowed due to bylaws/regulations/policies.
Cleaning on Departure
Cleaning is 95 CAD, property must be left clean. No dirty dishes, pots etc. Shall the property be left very dirty, the security/ damage deposit will not be refunded in full.
Bevore arrival we will contact you and send a pdf file with informations about key, garbage separation (due to recycling on the island) and POI.
Parking is free.
Our lovely old fishermanâ??s house sits on the rocks at the end of the quaint fishing village of Sampsons Cove and is surrounded by the ocean. Here you can enjoy a stunning and endless view in any direction, many walking trails just a stone throw away, or in 5 minutes drive the Cap Auguet Eco-trail with 4 different loops, or the huge sandy beach of Pondville Provincial Park in 10 minutes drive.
This area with Acadian roots breathes the history of the old days gone by. Find more about the origin at the nearby La Picasse University and Cultural Center with library.
Enjoy the taste of Nova Scotia, get very fresh food and vegetables at Pebble and Fern Market Garden in 15 minutes walking distance or pick your own cranberries on our property. The Rockloaf Farm offers good meat of well treated animals. The Corner Bridge Store with Canada Poste has a Bakery in Petit de Grat next to St. Joseph in 3 Min distance or get more food at Coop Supermarket in 10 min.
Petit de Grat and Arichat are well known for excellent seafood. Clearwater and Premium Seafood with market deliver worldwide.
Isle Madame, said to have been named for Madame de Maintenon (1635-1719), second wife of King Louis XIV of France, has borne this name since 1720. The island is roughly 16 km long (from east to west) and 11 km wide (from north to south). Basque, French, and English fishermen visited the island from the beginning of the 16th century
we offer sailing tours, instructions on our very safe Hobie Adventure Island Trimarans and fishing tours with our 17 ft aluminum 40 HP power boat. Please ask for infos and availability. We rent bicycles as well.
This reservation has a No Refunds cancellation policy.
There are no refunds given for this property. CanadaStays Booking Fees are non-refundable.
Our house rules: not suitable for children aged 2 - 12, primary renter must be 25 or older, no smoking, no parties or events, no pets.
We provide you with many infos, travel guides, how to get here etc. upon request.
The Sailors Rest House is located on the beautiful Isle Madame, the French Acadian heart of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia (Eastern Shore). Originally built by the first settlers in the mid-1800s, Sailors Rest has recently been fully renovated and now offers comfortable rooms equipped with bright furniture and handcrafted driftwood beach art. Here you can enjoy two cozy rooms with twin beds (one extendable to 2x2m = 78x78inch) on the first floor or watch the sunset from the elevated couch on the ground floor.
You will immediately enjoy the L-shape deck, located on a 35,514 sq. ft. property, bordering the rocks and one of the 7 sand and pebbles beaches with lots of privacy.
Ask for our Hobie Adventure Island Trimarans. Learn how to sail in one day with our instructions.
After crossing the Atlantic and living on our sailboat for a few years we make a rest and renovated our private Sailor`s Rest House with lots of love.
Das Sailor`s Rest Haus liegt im Osten der Insel Nova Scotia, genauer gesagt auf der charmanten, franko kanadisch geprägten Isle Madame im Osten Kanadas, z.B. von Frankfurt aus in 6-7 Stunden Direktflug mehrmals wöchentlich erreichbar. Es gibt keinen atemberaubenderen und exponierteren Ort auf der Insel.
WIFI high speed Internet and linen/towels included
Security or Damage Deposit
A refundable security/damage deposit of 400 CAD is due at booking. We accept credit card or paypal. When warranted, the deposit (or portion thereof) is refunded within 5 days of departure.
Pet Policy, Deposit & Fees
Pets are not allowed due to bylaws/regulations/policies.
Cleaning on Departure
Cleaning is 95 CAD, property must be left clean. No dirty dishes, pots etc. Shall the property be left very dirty, the security/ damage deposit will not be refunded in full.
Bevore arrival we will contact you and send a pdf file with informations about key, garbage separation (due to recycling on the island) and POI.
Parking is free.
Our lovely old fishermanâ??s house sits on the rocks at the end of the quaint fishing village of Sampsons Cove and is surrounded by the ocean. Here you can enjoy a stunning and endless view in any direction, many walking trails just a stone throw away, or in 5 minutes drive the Cap Auguet Eco-trail with 4 different loops, or the huge sandy beach of Pondville Provincial Park in 10 minutes drive.
This area with Acadian roots breathes the history of the old days gone by. Find more about the origin at the nearby La Picasse University and Cultural Center with library.
Enjoy the taste of Nova Scotia, get very fresh food and vegetables at Pebble and Fern Market Garden in 15 minutes walking distance or pick your own cranberries on our property. The Rockloaf Farm offers good meat of well treated animals. The Corner Bridge Store with Canada Poste has a Bakery in Petit de Grat next to St. Joseph in 3 Min distance or get more food at Coop Supermarket in 10 min.
Petit de Grat and Arichat are well known for excellent seafood. Clearwater and Premium Seafood with market deliver worldwide.
Isle Madame, said to have been named for Madame de Maintenon (1635-1719), second wife of King Louis XIV of France, has borne this name since 1720. The island is roughly 16 km long (from east to west) and 11 km wide (from north to south). Basque, French, and English fishermen visited the island from the beginning of the 16th century
we offer sailing tours, instructions on our very safe Hobie Adventure Island Trimarans and fishing tours with our 17 ft aluminum 40 HP power boat. Please ask for infos and availability. We rent bicycles as well.
This reservation has a No Refunds cancellation policy.
There are no refunds given for this property. CanadaStays Booking Fees are non-refundable.
Our house rules: not suitable for children aged 2 - 12, primary renter must be 25 or older, no smoking, no parties or events, no pets.
We provide you with many infos, travel guides, how to get here etc. upon request.
Amenities at Sailor`s Rest House On The Cliffs Of Petit De Grat In a French Acadian Community
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Map of Nova Scotia
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsThe view from this place is spectacular, with lobster fishermen checking their traps every morning up close. There are some quirks like no flushing toilet paper and uneven floors, but overall, it's a great place if you enjoy roughing it indoors.
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
Sailor's Rest was awesome. We found the house to be as described; and the host was communicative and responsive. As the pictures show, the house is hard by the ocean, with a little cove just a two minute walk away.There is lots of wildlife - bald eagles, deer, grouse, and of course gulls, guillemots, and ducks. Beautiful sunrises and moonlit seas. The house is at the end of the road in a small village. While there is good wifi in the house, the area has limited cellular coverage. The house was comfortable and cute - but is a 150 year old house, so the rooms are small, the ceilings low, and the floors a little uneven. Nothing is fancy or high end, but all of this provides an authentic Petit da Grat experience. We cooked most evenings and mornings and had everything we needed for simple meals. The area is very interesting. There is a strong Acadian French influence, nice little parks with beaches and lighthouses, and it is still largely a region based on fishing. The small town of Arichat is a ten minute drive and has a grocery store, gas station, pharmacy and a few local restaurants. Check opening days and hours closely as not all are open all the time. We highly recommend Sailor's Rest for those looking for an "off the beaten path" vacation. It was an easy drive from Halifax, which has lots of airline connections. Good options from Sailor's Rest to explore Cape Breton Island. You will not find a more beautiful view and relaxing spot!
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
The view is spectacular. Pictures don’t do justice. Robert was an incredible host. If you’re looking to experience the charm of a small fishing village while staying in a building with history and character, this is the place for you.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2025
My family of 3 did 10 days, you will be rewarded with a longer stay. You get a chance to slow down snd enjoy the quiet life. Glorious sunrises, ocean breezes and sounds, and dark star-filled skies. It’s a quirky place. Duck if you are tall and moving from room to room, but after all it wasn’t built for us now. It was built in a different time, for a different people. Regardless, we loved it for what it was: a place for a peaceful rest.
6 / 10Average·Jul 2025
Things you need to know prior to renting this cottage!!!The view from this place is spectacular. If you like glamping, this experience is close to that. You are not allowed to flush any toilet paper, and the toilet toilet paper goes into poop bucket next to the toilet.The toilet is in a little space between the wall and the shower,It is a challenge, to say the least.If you are a larger person, this could be very problematic. The upstairs is meant for shorter persons(not 6 feet tall lol!)Please BE AWARE that there is NO railing on the outside of the stairs , this seems to be a liability issue as it would be easy to just fall because the stairs are very steep.There is no television, no big deal unless that is important to you.The beds are short and very hard, and bring a topper if you like a softer bed. The bed upstairs is 2 twins pushed together, and the bedding is the bottom sheet with twin comforters/ duvets.The wiring is old, lots of extension cords.There is an air conditioner/heat pump in the kitchen that works great .The views from the Livingroom raised sitting area are beautiful!The walking paths are very unkept, but if you are roughing it and a hiker, they are great!The Pondville beach is a short drive away , it has a lovely beach with a very well kept outhouse that is big enough to use as a change room There is even a tote full of beach toys balls for you to use!The people are very friendly!Port Hawksbury is a 30-minute drive and off
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Top rated by guests
9.4Outstanding
(13 Ratings)
The view from this place is spectacular, with lobster fishermen checking their traps every morning up close. There are some quirks like no flushing toilet paper and uneven floors, but overall, it's a great place if you enjoy roughing it indoors.
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