Blackbird Retreat and Tours
We offer a truly authentic and exceptionally peaceful experience that will have you wanting to come back again. Located in the ...
The Water's Edge Inn & Gallery
Overview
Situated in historic Baddeck, The Water’s Edge overlooks the picture-perfect harbour and stunning vista of the Bras d’Or Lakes. We provide a truly unique combination of luxurious accommodation as well as an art gallery exhibiting original creations of over 100 maritime fine artists and designer craftsmen.
Baddeck serves as the beginning and the end of the world-famous Cabot Trail, and is a short hour-long drive from the Fortress Louisbourg National Historic Site. Take a sailing trip on the Bras d’Or Lakes, golf at Bell Bay Golf Course, visit the amazing Alexander Graham Bell Museum or take a scenic drive along the lake. Let us make suggestions for some of the more hidden treasures of the area.
Our accommodations include seven units: six spacious air-conditioned rooms (Queen-sized bed, King-sized bed; two units with cathedral ceiling and ceiling fan) with ensuite 3-piece or 4-piece bath, cable television, a DVD player and a telephone; one efficiency apartment (Queen-sized bed, sofa-bed; sleeps four) with 3-piece bath (Shower), cable television, and a DVD player. We are located on the waterfront in the heart of town. Guests can enjoy private waterfront beach access. No pets, please. Check-in is at 7 p.m. All major credit cards are accepted.
Nearby Things To Do
The Antiques Boutique – Multi-Dealer Centre
Regions: Cabot Trail, Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Baddeck & Area
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Sailing CBI
Regions: Cabot Trail, Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Baddeck & Area
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Region: Cabot Trail
Community: St. Ann’s Bay & North Shore
The mission of the museum is to preserve the legacy of Giant Angus MacAskill through education and numerous displays. Angus MacAskill was bi...
Oakleaves, Native Creations
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Eskasoni
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Living Culture
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Louisbourg and area
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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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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
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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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Culinary
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Sydney Area and Marconi Trail
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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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Fall
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Golf
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