Cabot Shores is a wilderness resort offering unique lodgings like yurts, domes, cabins, lodge rooms with ameneties like Hot tub, Sauna, Kayak, Paddle Board, Canoe and much more on Cape Breton Island, near the Cabot Trail.
Accessible Parking
Bar
Bathhouse
Beach
Beach area (private)
Board games / puzzles
Books, DVDs, music for kids
Breakfast Buffet
Canoeing
Cashless payment accepted
Designated smoking area
Facilities for disabled guests
Fireplace
Fireplace, outdoor
Garden
Guest parking
Heating
Hiking
Honeymoon / bridal suite
Hot Tub
Internet
Invoices
Pool / Beach towels
Property has wheelchair access
Restaurant
Sauna
Shared kitchen
Smoke alarms
Walking Tours
The Big Red Yurt
This 19-foot diameter Mongolian Yurt comes with a queen bed and two twin trundle beds, and a table and chairs inside. There is a wood stove for the colder months. This comfortable yurt sleeps four people. On clear nights you can open the canvas roof and see stars through the skylight. The Big Red Yurt sits on a deck with a great view of Church Pond & the Atlantic Ocean. The yurt is equipped with electricity for phone charging. Big Red's only heat source is a wood stove. Outdoor showers and washrooms are located a few steps away in the summer and indoor washrooms are a minute's walk to the lodge in the winter. You can also bring your dog for an additional $15/pet per night. Hot tub is available on the nearby deck.
Wireless internet (WiFi)
Wood stove
Pet Friendly ($15/night)
Picnic Table
The White Moon Yurt
This 20-foot diameter Mongolian Yurt comes with a double bed and a bunk bed (with a double bed on the bottom and twin on top). Inside this yurt there are table and chairs and a wood stove for cold nights. This yurt is set up in the forest; about 75 meters from the main lodge; perfect if you want to be secluded. On clear nights you can open the canvas roof and see stars through the skylight. The yurt is equipped with electricity. This yurt is pet-friendly. There is an outhouse located a few steps away, and indoor washrooms located in the main lodge.Hot tub is available on the deck during the summer and located nearby in the winter.
Cribs upon request
Hammock
Shared Bathroom
The Forest Yurt
This 20-foot diameter Mongolian Yurt comes with a double bed and a bunk bed (with a double bed on the bottom and a twin on top). There is a table and chairs, full vanity, and wood stove for chilly nights. This yurt sits among trees, providing privacy. On clear nights you can open the canvas roof and see stars through the skylight. The yurt is equipped with electricity. This yurt is pet-friendly.Hot tub is available on the deck during the summer and located nearby in the winter.
The Tiger Yurt
This 16-foot diameter Mongolian Yurt comes with a double bed and a twin bed. This yurt is located near our chalets, but sits among trees for privacy. On clear nights you can open the canvas roof and see stars through the skylight. You can find showers and bathrooms across from this yurt in the outdoor Bath House. This yurt has a wood stove for chilly nights. The yurt is equipped with electricity. This yurt is pet-friendly.
Fire Pit
The Flying Moose Yurt
This 16-foot diameter Mongolian Yurt sits up high on a private deck and has an amazing view of the Atlantic Ocean and Church Pond. Relax and enjoy the view from the hammock on the deck. There is a double bed & a bunk bed, as well as a table and chairs inside. On clear nights you can open the canvas roof and watch the stars through the skylight. There's no electricity, but solar lights inside. The wood stove needs to be kept going throughout the night in colder weather. Indoor showers and washrooms are located about 25 meters away in Whiff's Lodge. You can also bring your dog for an additional $15/pet per night.
The Big Sky Blue Yurt
This 16' diameter Mongolian Yurt is located near our apple orchard, surrounded by trees for privacy. It comes with a double and a twin bed, and a wood stove for colder months. There is no electricity in this yurt, but a solar powered lamp is provided. On clear nights you can open the canvas roof and see stars through the skylight. A beautiful deck all around the yurt looks out over the Atlantic Ocean and lets you enjoy some good moments in nature. There is a picnic table on the deck, and a fire pit near the yurt. An outhouse is located a few steps away. There are also showers and washrooms located a short distance away (~3 minute walk) in the Whiff's Lodge. You can also bring your dog for an additional $15 a night.
The Highlands Yurt
Introducing the Highland Yurt 🌿 A one-of-a-kind retreat handcrafted at Cabot Shores. Blending Mongolian design with Cape Breton craftsmanship, it features local spruce walls, bamboo floors, hand-carved window details, and a private washroom - plus a summer shower for warmer months. Warm, inviting, and thoughtfully designed for comfort, the Highland Yurt offers a unique way to experience the Cape Breton Highlands.
The Red Dragon Yurt
The Red Dragon is our largest Mongolian Yurt, with a diameter of 30 feet, giving you many options for a weekend away. Whether you stay here for your family's getaway, or you and your closest friends use it for your next event, the Red Dragon is flexible.Inside, you can eat, sleep, stretch, play cards, hang by the fire surrounded by hand painted and hand crafted wood or even dance the night away under the star-lit skylight. Outside, you have room to play, cook, eat with your family and friends, roast marshmallows, or again, stargaze (seriously, you should see them up here!). The yurt is equipped with electricity. You can bring your furry friend for $15/night per pet - this yurt is pet-friendly!Hot tub is available on the deck during the summer and located nearby in the winter.
2 Private Bathrooms
The Cedar Yurt
This spacious yurt smells of fresh cedar boards and is perfect for a couples getaway or a family road trip. It can comfortably sleep up to 4 people, with a queen bed and a bunk bed with two twins, loveseat, coffee table and chairs inside. A wood stove will keep you toasty in colder months. The skylight allows you to view the stars on clear night. Hot tub included with the stay, nearby the yurt. This popular yurt is the only one of its kind at Cabot Shores with it's close access to our organic gardens and chickens. Showers and washrooms are located beside the Cedar Yurt in Whiff's Lodge.
110-120 volt circuits
Bathrobes
Wood Stove
Pet friendly ($15/night)
The Green Chalet
The Green Chalet has a green roof! It can be your homebase for exploring Cape Breton & the Cabot Trail! It's big enough for up to 8 people and has a full kitchen with the necessary amenities, dining and sitting area, two bathrooms, two bedrooms, a covered deck in front, fire pit and picnic table. There is also a wood stove to keep it toasty in colder months. The bedroom downstairs has a queen bed and the large open room upstairs has a queen and 3 twin beds. Linens, towels, and soap provided. You can also bring your dog for an additional $15 a night. Parking is located right behind chalet. There is also a large hot tub available on your deck.
Air-conditioning
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee maker
Hot tub/Sauna
No matter the weather, our hot tubs and saunas invite you to relax and restore while surrounded by nature's beauty. Watch the stars from your private Japanese cedar soaking tub or traditional soft hot tub, or step into our beautiful new Infrared Sauna for gentle, penetrating warmth that eases muscles, improves circulation, and supports deep relaxation. Please book your private hot tub or 45-minute sauna session at least 24 hours before arrival (or one hour in advance during your stay) with our Front Desk staff, and we'll have it ready for you when requested.
Towels
Lodge Room 5
Lodge Room 5 is located in the basement of Whiff's Lodge. It has a queen and a twin bed, a full bath, air-conditioning, and a small deck outside. You can also bring your dog for an additional $15 a night. There is no satellite TV. Wifi is available throughout lodge and in your room. Linens, towels, soap, and shampoo provided.
Outside Sitting Area
Private Bathroom
Lodge Suite 6
Lodge Suite 6 is located in the basement of Whiff's Lodge. Room 6a has a queen bed, a full bath, air-conditioning, and a small deck outside. Room 6b has a queen bed, twin bed, a full bath, air-conditioning, and a small deck outside. You can also bring your dog for an additional $15 a night. There is no satellite TV. Wifi is available throughout lodge and in your room. Linens, towels, soap, and shampoo provided.
Camp Site
Enjoy camping by Indian Brook river, with the relaxing sounds of the water and crackling fire. Each site is complete with a picnic table and fire pit. Enjoy the wildlife and beautiful views! Campsites 1-4 are located in a clearing near Indian Brook. You are able to drive directly to your site. A fire pit and picnic tables are located at each site. Outhouses are nearby, and a shower is a short walk away. Cool off in Indian Brook and enjoy Cape Breton's finest sights and activities right at your fingertips. You can also bring your furry friend for an additional $15 a night. Campsites 5-10 are located in the woods near Indian Brook. Parking is a short walk away. A fire pit and picnic tables are located at each site. Outhouses are nearby, and a shower is available near our Whiff's Lodge. Cool off in Indian Brook and enjoy Cape Breton's finest sights and activities right at your fingertips. You can also bring your furry friend for an additional $15 a night.
Wifi at Main Lodge
The Breton Cove Farmhouse
Inside the beautiful farmhouse is a cozy wood stove, dining room, full kitchen (electric stove, microwave, refrigerator, dishware and utensils), two full baths, and a washer/dryer. There are 5 bedrooms (2 downstairs and 3 upstairs), for a total of 3 queens, 1 double and 4 twin beds. There are also 2 couches that fold out into queen beds in the spacious living room. You can also bring your dog for an additional $15 a night. Linens, towels, and soap provided.Trails leading from the farmhouse through a meadow extend through the old growth forest to a look-off over the ocean. A short drive away at the main lodge of Cabot Shores, you can rent kayaks, canoes, stand up paddle boards, go swimming and more. Explore more trails, have an evening of entertainment and great food at our Bistro, a drink at the bar, or just soak in the scenery. You are always welcome.
Ceiling fan
220-240 volt circuits
Full Kitchen
Two Private Bathroom
Parking Space
The Tiny House
The Tiny House is Cabot Shores' sweet spot between the spacious chalets and the glamping-style yurts and domes. With larch & spruce wood from floor to ceiling, the tiny house offers a cottage-like experience at a cost effective price. The Tiny House comes fully equipped with its very own kitchen (microwave, mini fridge, hot plate), living space with futon bed and love seat, 3/4 bath and storage space making it an ideal spot for a practical and peaceful getaway. Add a Japanese cedar tub on the deck for $55+tax/night.
Kitchen
Loveseat
Studio Loft
The Studio Loft is an expandable space, with sliding glass doors that can be opened to create one large room or closed to provide greater privacy for sleeping. The glass doors partition off a smaller area that can serve as sleeping space for 2 or 3, with a kitchenette, a bathroom with a shower, and a patio door opening to a 24x24 deck with views of the Atlantic and the Cape Breton Highlands. When the sliding glass doors are closed, the larger area serves as a multi-purpose space, sleeping up to 6 guests on trundle beds and a fold-out futon bed, while providing room to do yoga or meditation or even setting up the ping pong table for some indoor fun. A second washroom (also with a shower) comes in handy, and larger parties may consider renting the full kitchen downstairs. Guests may choose to rent a hot tub for an additional charge as an add-on option.
Outside Area
Phoenix Dome
This 16-foot diameter dome sits on a raised wooden platform in a secluded wooden area, overlooking the highlands. It has a double bed, and chairs to sit and look out of the bay window. The skylight is perfect for stargazing at night. There is a woodstove inside, which needs to be kept going all night during cold weather. A hammock, picnic table, and fire pit are located beside the dome. This dome is pet friendly and you can bring your furry friend for $15/night per pet. A hot tub is included in the stay on your deck or near main lodge.
Pet-friendly
Luna Dome
This 12' diameter dome sits on a treehouse platform in the apple orchard, it is ideal for kids and the Luna Dome is connected to the Apple Dome by stairs. It has a double bed, sky light, and pop out window inside. From the deck you can see Church Pond, the Atlantic Ocean, mountains & the stars at night! There's no electricity or source of heat, but solar lights are provided. The bathroom/shower is a short walk away in Whiff's Lodge; there is also an outhouse a few steps from the dome.
Lodge Room 6b
Lodge Room 6b is located in the basement of Whiff's Lodge and has a queen bed, twin bed, a full bath, air-conditioning, and a small deck outside. You can also bring your dog for an additional $15 a night. There is no satellite TV. Wifi is available throughout lodge and in your room. Linens, towels, soap, and shampoo provided.
Apple Dome
This 16-foot diameter geodesic dome sits on a treehouse platform in our apple orchard. It has a double bed inside. Half the roof is a skylight, so you can stargaze from bed! The Apple Dome is connected to the Luna Dome by stairs. From the deck you can see Church Pond, the Atlantic Ocean, mountains, and the stars at night. On the lower deck, there is a picnic table, and a hot tub (available only from Jul-Oct). The bathroom/shower is a short walk away in the Main Lodge; there is also an outhouse a few steps from the dome. Please note that in the event of heavy snow, rain, or mud, the Apple Dome can only be accessed by foot, a 5-minute walk from the main lodge.
Woodstove
Atlantic Dome
This 16-foot diameter dome sits on a raised wooden platform in a secluded wooden area, overlooking Church Pond and the Atlantic Ocean. It has a double bed, and chairs to sit and look out of the bay window. Half of the roof is a skylight, so the star gazing is wonderful. A hammock and picnic table are located beside the dome. There is a woodstove inside to keep you warm in the colder months. A battery powered lantern will be provided. There is also an outhouse a few steps from the dome. There is no hot tub on the deck but you can rent hot tubs closer to the lodge if available.
Solar Lights
Blue Heron Dome
This 16-foot diameter dome sits on a treehouse platform in the apple orchard. It has a double bed, and chairs to sit and look out of the bay window. Half the roof is a skylight; a perfect way to stargaze at night. Underneath is a big deck with a picnic table and fire pit. The bathroom is a short walk away; there is also an outhouse a few steps from the dome. On the lower deck, there is a picnic table, and a hot tub (available only in the summer). During winter, the hot tub is located near the main lodge. A battery powered lantern is provided.
Eagle Dome
This 16-foot diameter dome sits on a treehouse platform in our apple orchard. It has a double bed, and chairs to sit and look out of the bay window. Half the roof is a skylight, so the star gazing is wonderful. On the lower deck, there is a picnic table, and a hot tub (available only in the summer). During winter, the hot tub is located near the main lodge. The bathroom is a short walk away; there is also an outhouse a few steps from the dome. A battery powered lantern will be provided.
Beaver Dome
This 16-foot diameter dome sits on a raised wooden platform in a secluded wooden area, overlooking Church Pond and the Atlantic Ocean. It has a double bed, and chairs to sit and look out of the bay window. Half of the roof is a skylight, so you can stargaze from bed! There's no electricity or source of heat, but battery powered lanterns are provided. There is an outhouse a one minute walk from the dome, and a bathroom with a shower located five minutes away in our Main Lodge.
Little Blue Yurt
This 12-foot diameter Mongolian Yurt comes with a double bed, and a great view of Church Pond & the Atlantic Ocean. There is a hot tub on your deck. On a clear night, you can see the stars through the skylight. A bathhouse with shower and washroom is located a minute walk away. The yurt is equipped with electricity and an electric heater. You can also bring your furry friend for an additional $15 a night.
Electric Heater
Little Orange Yurt
This 12-foot diameter Mongolian Yurt comes with a double bed and camp chairs to sit on the deck and look at the great view of Church Pond & the Atlantic Ocean. There's also a hot tub right on your deck. On clear nights you can open the canvas roof and see the stars through the skylight. A bathhouse with shower and washroom is located a short walk away. You can also bring your furry friend for an additional $15 a night. The yurt is equipped with electricity and an electric heater.
Little Red Yurt
This 12-foot diameter Mongolian Yurt comes with a double bed and camp chairs to look at the great views outside. It sits on a small deck in between high trees and the other yurts. On clear nights you can open the canvas roof and see the stars through the skylight. A bathhouse with shower and washroom is located beside this yurt. The yurt is equipped with electricity and an electric heater. The hot tub can be added for an additional fee, subject to availability, and will be assigned near your accommodation or the main lodge.
Little Sky Yurt
Little Sky has a 12-foot diameter, offering a cozy retreat for two. This yurt features a double bed and camp chairs for admiring the breathtaking views of Church Pond and the Atlantic Ocean. On clear nights, you can open the canvas roof to enjoy stargazing through the skylight. Showers and washrooms are conveniently located near the Little Sky Yurt in the Main Lodge. The yurt is equipped with electricity and an electric heater. The hot tub can be added for an additional fee, subject to availability, and will be assigned near your accommodation or the main lodge.
Lodge Room 1
Lodge Room 1 is located upstairs in Whiff's Lodge. It has a double bed, a full bath, and air-conditioning. There is no satellite TV. Wifi is available throughout lodge and in your room. A perfect room for a couple or a single. Linens, towels, soap, and shampoo provided.
Private Bathroom and Tub
Lodge Room 2
Lodge Room 2 is located upstairs in Whiff's Lodge. It has a double bed, a full bath, and air-conditioning. There is no satellite TV. Wifi is available throughout lodge and in your room. A perfect room for a couple or a single. Linens, towels, soap, and shampoo provided.
Lodge Room 3
Lodge Room 3 is located upstairs in Whiff's Lodge. It has a queen bed, a full bath, and air-conditioning. From the bed you can see Church Pond and the Atlantic Ocean. There is no satellite TV. Wifi is available throughout lodge and in your room. A perfect room for a couple or a single. Linens, towels, soap, and shampoo provided.
The Blue Chalet
The Blue Chalet has a blue roof! It's big enough for up to 8 people and has a full kitchen with the necessary amenities, dining and sitting area, two bathrooms, two bedrooms, a covered deck in front, fire pit and picnic table. The bedroom downstairs has a double bed and two twin beds upstairs and also a queen bed inside bedroom. Both living room and loft area have folding futon for extra bedding, Linens, towels, and soap provided. You can also bring your dog for an additional $15 a night. Parking is located behind the chalets. The Blue Chalet looks out over Church Pond and the Atlantic Ocean. A large hot tub on the adjoining deck is available, with great views during all seasons.
The Tan Chalet
The Tan Chalet has a tan roof! It's big enough for up to 8 people and has a full kitchen with the necessary amenities, dining and sitting area, two bathrooms, two bedrooms, a covered deck in front, fire pit and picnic table. The bedroom downstairs has a double bed and the loft room upstairs has a king and 3 twin beds. Linens, towels, and soap provided. You can also bring your dog for an additional $15 a night. This chalet is wheelchair accessible and there is parking right behind it. Large Hot tub is available on your deck.
RV Spot
RV Spot near Main Lodge
Off Road or Gift Certificate
New Guest or Off road Guest not staying with us.
Raven Dome
The Raven Dome sits on an upper deck with views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Cape Breton Highlands. Inside you have a queen bed from which you can see the ocean by day and stars by night. It's perfect for a cozy couple's getaway! This latest member of the Cabot Shores' treetop village is also open in the winter and has a woodstove for a wilderness experience with glamping comfort. You can find a basic outdoor shower and washroom, or a modern, windowed outhouse a few steps from the dome. On the lower deck, there is a picnic table, and a hot tub (available only in the summer). Pets are allowed for additional $15/night per pet. A battery powered lantern is provided. Please note that in the event of heavy snow, rain, or mud, the Raven Dome can only be accessed by foot, a 5-minute walk from the main lodge.
Fire pit
Pet friendly