Colaisde na Gàidhlig | The Gaelic College
Regions: Cabot Trail, Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Baddeck & Area
Colaisde na Gàidhlig is first and foremost an educational non-profit institution, offering year-round programming in the culture, music, la...
Highlights
Leaving 3 days between each guest.
Overview
Explorer’s Cottage is a 4,000-square-foot, four-bedroom cottage with a refined interior, located in the heart of Cape Breton Island, convenient to sightseeing in all directions. This waterfront cottage is located on a UNESCO biosphere reserve and has a private beach on the Bras d’Or Lake, an inland sea that is connected to the Atlantic Ocean. Explorer’s Cottage provides an authentic country cottage experience on 150 wooded acres, with a beach, a botanical park-like forest with hundreds of planted trees, bird watching, an orchard, a Japanese meditation garden, paved pathways, and a hiking path. Included: Wi-Fi, coffee beans and tea, TV, a library, charcoal and propane barbecues, firewood, fishing gear, a paddleboard, snowshoes, and a canoe.
Another cottage, Raspberry Cottage, is just across the street, though the two cottages are not visible to each other. Raspberry Cottage has four bedrooms with queen-sized beds, and it offers a water view of the Bras d’Or, a raspberry field, and an apple orchard.
Nearby Things To Do
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Region: Cabot Trail
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Locals Know Blogs
Nestled along the shores of Bras d'Or Lake, you'll find Eskasoni, one of five Mi'kmaq communities found on Cape Breton Island. Steeped in ancient history and rich in cultural heritage, here you'll have the opportunity to learn about how Canada's Fir
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Welcome to Ben Eoin, a picturesque coastal community tucked along the shores of the Bras d'Or Lake on Cape Breton Island. This charming community offers visitors a perfect blend of relaxation, outdoor activities, and scenic beauty. Whether you're se
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Iona is commonly referred to as “central Cape Breton”. We’re in the “heart of the island” here, about an hour away from everywhere.
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A rural lifestyle is almost mandatory in Bras d'Or and Boularderie Island. This pastoral setting along the Bras d'Or Lake encourages a slower pace of life, the ideal place to embrace 'Island Time'.
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Dundee a charming destination nestled on the shores of the majestic Bras d'Or Lake in Cape Breton Island. If you're seeking a perfect blend of lakeside luxury and rural tranquility, Dundee has it all!
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Welcome to Whycocomagh, a hidden gem nestled along the serene shores of the Bras d'Or Lake on Cape Breton Island. This vibrant Mi'kmaq community offers visitors a warm welcome and a wealth of experiences to discover. Whether you're seeki
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Whether it’s a slow drive along the old Route 205, an afternoon of golf, or a day spent hiking a nearby trail, the main thing to do in Baddeck is to take the time to enjoy where you’re at.
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From fossil hunting, searching for sea glass, and rockhounding to hiking, kayaking, and swimming the Northside's beaches offer a range of options. And with a history going back millions of years, there's plenty to see and learn about too.
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Bras d'Or Lake
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton's South Coast
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Fall
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Festival & Events
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Living Culture
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Louisbourg and area
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Music & the Arts
As autumn's vibrant hues cover Cape Breton Island's hills and coastlines, one event captures the season’s essence perfectly: the Celtic Colours International Festival. Held each October, this renowned festival blends music, culture and natural beauty
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Bras d'Or Lake
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Cape Breton's South Coast
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Coastal Adventure
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Culinary
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Fall
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Festival & Events
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Fortress of Louisbourg
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Golf
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Hiking
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Living Culture
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Louisbourg and area
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Music & the Arts
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Outdoor Adventure
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Sydney Area and Marconi Trail
As the crisp autumn air settles over Cape Breton Island, the landscape transforms into a vibrant tapestry of red, orange and gold. This season is the perfect time to explore the Island's natural beauty, rich culture and warm hospitality.
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