Potter's Cottage in Lovely Margaree Valley

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the Potter's Cottage- Bell Fraser, a renowned Cape Breton potter, grew up here

barn/gallery on other side of the property

Living room- a good gathering place for a family visiting Cape Breton!

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5139 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Margaree Valley, NS

Margaree Salmon Museum4 min drive
Margaree Fish Hatchery4 min drive
Cabot Links35 min drive
Sydney, NS (YQY)106 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This country cottage is located in the heart of Cape Breton's Margaree Valley, which is well-known for its lush beauty, its proximity to the Cabot Trail and the top-notch salmon fishing in the Margaree River. Located beside the Nile brook, this is the childhood home of renowned potter Bell Fraser, who for years had an established gallery in a barn on this property, and who now lives nearby on the coast in Chimney Corner.

The grounds are lovely and the trees put on a colourful show in fall. This home was built in the 1950’s, but has seen many improvements over the years; there's a renovated bathroom, hardwood floors, a fully equipped kitchen (with tile backsplashes executed by the potter). There are also a deck for BBQ’s, a living room, dining room, and a screened veranda, which is perfect on a summer night.

There’s salmon and trout fishing, and excellent craft galleries nearby. We offer satellite TV, premium Wi-Fi and more, so you can unwind after a day on the Trail, the beach or any other day trips. There is a Master bedroom on the main floor with a Queen bed and direct access to the adjoining bathroom. There are two other bedrooms upstairs; one with a Queen bed and AC, and a second with a double and single bed. There is also a good spin-washer and dryer.

There is no shortage of things to do in the area. The world-famous Cabot Trail is only 2 minutes away and offers some of the best scenery in Canada. Cape Breton Highlands National Park, with trails, lookoffs and waterfalls, is only 50 minutes away. In addition to Chimney Corner beach (30 minutes away), there are other great beaches to check out nearby: Whale Cove (25 minutes away) at which you can explore a fabulous bluff by the sea, with great views north and south, Margaree Harbour (20 minutes away), with its beach and two lighthouses, the Broad Cove area, which offers a spectacular scenic drive, and a great beach.

Southwest of us are the gorgeous rolling hills of Mabou, the town of Inverness, which offer music, pubs and food; the acclaimed new Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs golf courses by the sea (which are only 20 minutes away), and offer a unique golfing experience in Inverness. There are also renowned crafters in the area; interesting quilting, rug hooking, and folk-art sculpture can all be found locally.

Property manager

stewart applegath

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

We do REFUNDS. -outside 60 days before arrival you forfeit 50% of the total; Within 60 days, 100% of total.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number RYA-2022-04141353222949117-664, RYA-2023-24-03011125595830249-664

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Margaree Valley

Located in Margaree Valley, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Margaree Brook Nature Reserve and Chimney Corner Nature Reserve, while Margaree Salmon Museum and Inverness County Centre for the Arts are cultural highlights. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.

Margaree Valley, NS

What's nearby

Margaree Salmon Museum - 4 min drive
Margaree Fish Hatchery - 4 min drive
Cabot Cliffs Golf Course - 33 min drive
Cabot Links - 35 min drive
Cape Breton Highlands National Park - 52 min drive

Getting around

Sydney, NS (YQY) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

The Dancing Goat - 4 min drive
Big Intervale Fishing Lodge - 15 min drive
Dancing Goat Cafe & Bakery - 4 min drive
Normaway Inn & Cabins - 8 min drive
Pizza Twice - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Potter's Cottage in Lovely Margaree Valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Potter's Cottage in Lovely Margaree Valley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Potter's Cottage in Lovely Margaree Valley?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Potter's Cottage in Lovely Margaree Valley located?

Situated on the riverfront, this cottage is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Margaree Salmon Museum and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Margaree Fish Hatchery. Doyles Bridge Pool and Lake O'Law Picnic Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

karen s.

25 Oct 2023

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

Celtic Experience

Really enjoyed our stay. Great place to get away from everything!!!!! Loveld the beauty of Cape Breton with fall colors and fantastic music. Loved Celtic Colours Festival!!!!!

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Peter and Robin K., gilford,nh.

10 Oct 2023

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

Peaceful With Great Location

Older cottage but had the needs and relaxation we were looking for .Loved the porch ,we had all our meals and played games there. The cottage had all the extra kitchen tools we needed , extra bonus washer and dryer.Need larger shower curtain for bathroom hard not to get water on floor. And upstairs are not for anyone with issues very steep and sharp corner on stairs, overall great place we would stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

5 Oct 2023

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

Beautiful inside and out!

Very comfortable and homey. Everything we needed to travel together and relax. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

30 Sept 2023

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

Cape Breton moose search

Great place to stay. Easily accommodated our group of five.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denyse S., Sherbrooke, Québec

17 Sept 2023

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

Quiet cottage close to Cabot Trail

It’s a very nice and very cute cottage. It is settled away from a quiet road, so it’s very quiet. The cottage is rustic but has all the amenities you need. The kitchen was very well stocked with spices, oil and other mains ingredients and cleaning supplies. Lots and lots of dishes and pot and pans. The screened veranda was very nice and we had supper there every night. The beds are comfortable, but the bedrooms upstairs tend to be very warm at night and with only one window AC (which was very noisy)in one of the upstairs bedroom it was not enough to cool the bedrooms and/or to sleep while it was on. Ceiling fan would have been great, although the owner provides many small portable fans. Overall we had a great stay, and love the ambiance of the cottage. The owner communicated very well and the instructions given were clear and easy to follow.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by stewart applegath

Bell's father built this cottage in the 1950's for his growing family. Bell eventually took the property after her mother and father passed away. By that time, we had already built a house in Chimney Corner, on the coast. We still use the barn on the property during the summers to operate a gallery for our work, Cape Breton Clay, but the barn is far enough from the house to still afford complete privacy.

Why they chose this property

This cottage is only two minutes from the Cabot Trail, and in one of the most beautiful, pastoral spots on Cape Beton. There are big lawns, lots of flower beds, trees, and a babbling brook which runs beside the property. The cottage is set back quite far from the road, with lots of privacy and greenery, and there is a generous driveway. You will also be close to a number of excellent eateries- good for brunches or excellent dinners. (The iconic Dancing Goat Bistro is 2 minutes away; it has gained a reputation Island-wide as the 'go-to' eatery, serving fresh, delicious breakfasts and lunches, along with all kinds of coffees, pastries and other fresh-baked goods). You're also a stone's throw from one of Canada's finest heritage rivers, the Margaree River, renowned world-wide for its salmon and trout fishing.

What makes this property unique

There is no shortage of things to do in the area. It's twenty minutes to the coast and three lovely beaches: Chimney Corner, Whale Cove and Margaree Harbour beaches are all spectacular! Chimney Corner is great for kids, with a gradual drop-off in the water; Whale Cove (5 minutes away) at which you can explore a fabulous bluff by the sea, with great views north and south, Margaree Harbour (7 minutes away), with its beach and two lighthouses. The Broad Cove area offers a spectacular scenic drive, a great beach and a buffalo ranch. Cheticamp, about 20 minutes away, offers glimpses into Acadian culture. Only minutes from Cheticamp is Cape Breton Highlands National Park, with trails, lookoffs and waterfalls. There are the gorgeous rolling hills of Mabou, and the town of Inverness, which offers music, pubs and food; the acclaimed new Cabot Cliffs and Cabot Cliffs golf courses by the sea (respectively #43 and #9 in the world, according to Golf Digest), which are only 20 minutes away and offer a unique golfing experience in Inverness. There are also renowned crafters in the area; interesting pottery, quilting, rug hooking, and folk art to be found locally.