10 Drive-Up Snowmobile Accommodations
Wondering where to stay on your next snowmobile getaway? These 10 drive-up accommodations provide easy access to/from the trail system. Read more to choose which option works best for your upcoming snowmobile adventure!

1. Keltic Quay Cottages & Bayfront Lodge
Located just a short distance from the Great Trail and SANS Snowmobile Trails, these cozy cabins offer full kitchens and an air-bubble tub, perfect for relaxing after a long day. Enjoy a great night lounging in their huge common room playing billiards, cribbage or just put your feet up next to their comforting fireplace.

Snowmobile Packages Starting at $235
2. Wreck Cove Wilderness Cabins
Wreck Cove hugs the Atlantic coastline and is home to stunning views. The Wreck Cove Wilderness Cabins feature wood stoves, wifi, full kitchens and are conveniently located across the street from groomed snowmobile trails. As an added bonus these cabins are pet-friendly!

3. The Clairestone Inn
Explore Cape Breton’s South Coast by ATV and stay in a boutique hotel. The Clairestone Inn is surrounded by the ambiance of quaint, Cape Breton/Acadian hospitality. Enjoy wintery ocean views from the front veranda as you park your ATV before you plan your next route.

4. Inverary Resort
The Inverary Resort is a one-stop-shop, as it has everything you need. Park your sled outside your room and head towards the spa for some pampering or to the Narrows Café and Bar for some great food. At the end of your day, relax in your cozy room that is merely a few kilometres from tomorrow’s trail.

5. Valley View Chalets
Who doesn’t want to see breathtaking views while out snowmobiling? Well, the panoramic views don’t have to end just because you rolled into your accommodation. Valley View Chalets are home to stunning scenes, not to mention they are fully equipped with smart TV’s, wifi, firepits, full kitchens, and more.

6. The Cabot Trail Motel
Ideally located next to Baddeck’s snowmobile trails, this accommodation is a great winter for those looking to adventure into the highlands for the weekend! Enjoy views of the sun rising over the scenic Bras d’Or Lake each morning before hitting the trails!

7. Selkie’s Rest
These fun, private, two-level lighthouse-themed ensuites come with a small garage for snowmobiles for the winter visitor. The design and details are inspired to suit a touring couples needs with a kitchenette and all required amenities that is NS Approved and Canada Select rated 4.5 Star property.

8. McIntyre’s Cottages & Cameron House
Located in the village of Baddeck these cottages are perfect for those who love to travel via snowmobile. The 707 trail ends just beside their comfy cottages, making it the perfect place to stop for the evening. McIntyre’s Cottages also has direct access to the 104 trail so you can start off on a new trail in the morning.

9. Big Intervale Fishing Lodge
These cabins are nestled under towering maple trees and nestled between the lush, rolling hills of the Margaree Highlands. Enjoy the many walking and hiking trails, as well as cross-country ski trails and snowmobiling in the winter months. This winter location is a must see destination for any snowmobilers!

10. Chéticamp Outback Inn
Feel at home at this beautiful Inn, which is just minutes away from Main Street Chéticamp, attractions, and the National Park. This property’s deck offers mountain views for guests to enjoy as well as drive-up opportunities for guests traveling by snowmobiles.


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