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MacToimin Cottage Private Hot Tub Cabot Trail, Pleasant Bay,N.S.

Cottage in Pleasant Bay with kitchenette and patio

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
In the heart of Pleasant Bay on the World Famous Cabot Trail, MacToomin Cottage offers a cozy retreat surrounded by Highlands National Park. Soak in the hot tub, enjoy BBQs, or watch your favorite shows on a Smart T.V., all within minutes of amazing hikes and breathtaking sunsets.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

MacToimin Cottage Private Hot Tub Cabot Trail, Pleasant Bay,N.S.

PROMO FOR WEEKLY STAY OF 15%
The MacToimin Cottage is located in the heart of Pleasant Bay on the World Famous Cabot Trail surrounded by the Highlands National Park just minutes from some amazing hikes such as the Skyline Trail, Benjies Lake,MacIntosh water fall and Poletts Cove.
Minutes from some breathtaking sunsets,Whale watching at our local harbour and fresh seafood at local restaurants.
The cottage is equipped with a queen bed,sofa bed kitchenett,BBQ,
Hot tub,Smart T.V. everything you could possibly need:)
Make us your home away from home while exploring or driving the Cabot Trail.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Exterior detail
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  • Free WiFi
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Due to a glitch on VRBO site which is part of Expedia we will have to charge the 15% sales tax until they fix the problem. Thanks for your patience 🙂

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03011022066063073-23606

Property is also known as

Mactoimin Cottage
Mactoimin Cottagecabot Trail Pleasant Bay n.s
Mactoimin Cottage Cabot Trail Pleasant Bay n.s
MacToimin Cottage(Private Hot Tub)Cabot Trail Pleasant Bay N.S.

About the neighborhood

Map
Pleasant Bay, NS

What's nearby

  • Whale Interpretive Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Pleasant Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cape Breton Highlands National Park - 20 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Skyline Trail - 22 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Cheticamp Visitor Centre - 40 min drive - 43.5 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 177 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusty Anchor - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mountain View Motel & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is MacToimin Cottage Private Hot Tub Cabot Trail, Pleasant Bay,N.S. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at MacToimin Cottage Private Hot Tub Cabot Trail, Pleasant Bay,N.S.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MacToimin Cottage Private Hot Tub Cabot Trail, Pleasant Bay,N.S.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MacToimin Cottage Private Hot Tub Cabot Trail, Pleasant Bay,N.S. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Gampo Abbey and Whale Interpretive Centre. Pleasant Bay Beach is 1 mi (1.7 km) away.

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Reviews

MacToimin Cottage Private Hot Tub Cabot Trail, Pleasant Bay,N.S. Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cozy spot in a great location, with a very nice hot tub. Highly recommend for your Cabot Trail road trip!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

alex

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
All was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean cottage with all the amenities you would need. We had a great supper at the rusty anchor, which is only a short drive away. Neighbours and dog barking across the street were loud at times when outside using the hot tub, but relaxing in the hot tub was still amazing. Overall, it was a very nice place to stay the night while we explored the Cabot trail.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This cottage is very cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We liked the cozy like place. It had everything we wanted and more. Hot tub was a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

Our family really enjoyed our short stay in this cozy little cottage. The private hot tub was definitely a highlight! Close to the Pleasant Bay harbour, whale watching and a rocky but nice beach. Highly recommend the Rusty Anchor resteraunt a short 10 minute drive away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trista H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot in Pleasant Bay

We had a great stay at the cottage while visiting Pleasant Bay. If you're hoping to go whale watching, this location is very close to a couple of whale watching companies. Literally just minutes away. We loved the private hot tub after a big day of various activities, including hiking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

TANYA W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint Retreat

This quaint cottage was perfect! Everything you need, including a hot tub under the stars! Reasonable price… easy checkin… clean… comfortable bed. 5 STAR!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint retreat

The property is cozy and very clean. The added robes for the hot tub were a nice surprise. We would whole heartedly recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed this quaint little cottage in Pleasant Bay, Cape Breton. It is in a very convenient stopping point along the Cabot Trail. The cottage is well appointed and having a private hot tub was an added bonus, especially to warm up in the cold weather. Hosts Elizabeth & Brian were very responsive.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect pit stop on Cabot Trail!

Stayed a couple of nights while touring the area. Great location and very comfortable! Clean and well-stocked cottage. Hot tub a treat! Some trouble with internet, but not a big deal…great to unplug!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very quaint and loved the private hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great spot
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

Great location when youre travelling the Cabot Trail! The hosts are very kind and answer quick. Very clean, very cozy, hot tub is an added bonus and perfect way to relax after hiking. We would stay again if we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lesley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

We really enjoyed our stay! The cottage was close to everything we wanted to see and do while in Pleasant Bay. Very well, appointed, and the hot tub was an extra treat after driving all day!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great spot! Loved the hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabot Trail cottage

Great stay on the Cabot Trail. Easy to get in and cozy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

NATALIE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little private cottage. We loved the hot tub and comfy bed. The ac was great and there was netflix available for winding down after a long day of driving. Check in was easy and parking was right in front of our door. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stop over on the Cabot Trail

Convenient location. Has all the essentials and a hot tub (!). Loved the easy walk to the store.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean ease of use, hot tub was a nice touch
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

Communication was perfect. The place was incredible. Pictures and descriptions were accurate. Pleasant Bay is gorgeous. Do not hesitate for a second to rent this wonderful place from these incredible people!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Cottage was lovely. There was coffee and creamer for that morning cup of joe!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice spot

Nice little cottage, has everything you would need. The harbour and restaurants are close by. We saw some whales swim past the harbour on our way out for supper
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent communication, place was spotless! Coffee, tea, and milkers were provided which was very much appreciated. Property was well kept and hot tub was in great condition (water was heated before we arrived). Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little spot. Clean and comfy. Went for wonderful walk along the beach. There were four adults in group which was a little tight. Would be great for a family of four.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022