Amoeba Tours on the WinStar
Regions: Bras d’Or Lake, Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck & Area
A cruise on the Winstar Cruise with class and style aboard the 50-passenger, double-decker vessel, the WinStar. Comfortable seating and stan...
The Grand Narrows Hotel
Overview
Standing prominently on the eastern shores of the Barra Strait on the Bras d’Or Lakes, this grand three storey structure (Second Empire) was built as an elegant fifteen bedroom hotel in 1887.
With large gathering rooms, two full length verandas, spacious bedrooms, and a grand winding staircase. It features the privacy and space of a hotel with the added touch of a friendly rural vacation rental.
Our location on a large beachfront property ensures that guests can enjoy swimming in the clean, crystal clear waters of Bras d’Or, the largest and most beautiful saltwater lake in the world. Stroll down a quiet country road that hugs the shoreline where two natural marshes provide shelter to an abundance of birds and other wildlife. Watch the eagles soar overhead, and enjoy still summer evenings on the front veranda with breathtaking sunsets over the hills of Iona. The Barra Strait Marina and Wheelhouse Café are only a few steps away, which adds to the charm of Grand Narrows.
The Grand Narrows Hotel vacation rental is conveniently located in Central Cape Breton, making it the ideal base for travelling to many of the Island’s destinations, such as the Eileanan Breagha Vineyards, Big Spruce Brewing, Uisge Ban Fall, Highland Village Museum, The Cabot Trail, Fortress of Louisbourg, numerous golf courses, and more.
Amenities
- There will be hot and cold breakfast served between 7:30 and 10 am daily
- Lite daily housekeeping
- Shared use of Lower Verandah and garden area as well as two large entertainment salons
- Use of private beach in front of Hotel with fire pit and beach chairs
- Hi Definition wall projector with 10 foot screen. Streaming capable wireless internet throughout building
- Bicycles and a tandem Kayak available for use free of charge
- Licensed Wheelhouse Cafe (very good food!) is right across the road!
- Barra Straight Marina – boat launch, laundry, showers
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Locals Know Blogs
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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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