Cozy cottage minutes from the national park, trails + beaches (dog friendly!) | Cottage in Grand Etang

9.4 (6 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Petit-Etang Cottage | Cozy cottage minutes from the national park, trails + beaches (dog friendly!)

1 Bedroom Cottage in Petit-Etang, Grand Etang

Welcome to Highland Haven, your cute, cozy mountain getaway at the base of the Cape Breton Highlands!
This comfortable retreat sits on a quarter-acre property surrounded by breathtaking scenery and is less than a 5-minute drive to the Highland National Park entrance, the Gypsum Mine Trail, Aucoin’s Bakery (the best bakery on the island!), beaches, and all the charm of Cheticamp. After a day of exploring, unwind in the warmth of this peaceful haven.
For snow seekers, it is located on a quiet road that leads directly to the snowmobile trail system, you can ride straight from the property and connect to miles of groomed routes throughout the Highlands National Park.
Plenty of parking for trucks and trailers, easy access to the Cabot Trail, and a DOG FRIENDLY policy make Highland Haven ideal for year round exploration. If you are requiring more space for additional guests, check out our sister property Sunset Lane Cottage: https://www.vrbo.com/en-ca/cottage-rental/p9691610

Cozy cottage minutes from the national park, trails + beaches (dog friendly!) is located in Petit-Etang. Cozy cottage minutes from the national park, trails + beaches (dog friendly!) provides accommodation, featuring View, Wellness Facilities, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This Cottage features View, Wellness Facilities, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Cozy cottage minutes from the national park, trails + beaches (dog friendly!) has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Petit-Etang has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Petit-Etang, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • 1 bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 1 bedroom
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Dining room
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Pet Friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
Accessibility
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • No elevators
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
Activities
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Games
General
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74 sq m)
  • English
  • French
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Stair gate
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 20
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) note from host: we allow larger dogs - just get in touch with us! pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number str2425a8135 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

License number: STR2425A8135

Reviews

Paul
Sep 22, 2025 02:55:33 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: This little home was perfect for us. Nice and clean, quiet and well-equipped with everything we needed. The hosts made themselves accessible and suggested some really good ideas for eating and site-seeing. Very close to Cabot trail and some wonderful hiking. Highly recommend. 👍
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