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Cabot Shores: Home to the Finest Cape Breton Chalets

Finding the perfect chalet in Canada that fits your family’s size, style, and budget like a puzzle piece is no small task. However, a trip up to Nova Scotia’s award-winning Cabot Shores will assuredly be the best decision that you make this summer. Cabot Shores is widely celebrated for its environmentally-conscious practices, geodesic domes, and 55-acre private sanctuary. The bottom line is that there’s never been a more enticing time to visit breathtaking Cape Breton Island, particularly for those who value an extended stay in a rustic yet distinctly Nova Scotian chalet. Luckily for you, Cabot Shores boasts the finest Cape Breton chalets, all of which can be utilized throughout the year.

The Best Cape Breton Chalets | The Chalet Lifestyle

Photo of One of Our Wooded Cape Breton Chalets.

Today’s hospitality buzzwords include cleanliness, isolation, remote, beauty, and seclusion (among many others). In a way, this five-word collection perfectly encapsulates the chalet lifestyle that’s readily obtainable at Cabot Shores, one of the most luxurious glamping sites in the country. Yes, our secluded, restorative haven features yurts, domes, a farmhouse, a lodge, and sprawling tenting acreage. Still, there’s just something superlative about spending a week or two inside one of premier handcrafted Cape Breton chalets. 

First and foremost, our wooden chalets exude simplicity, charm, and comfort, with equal dashes of modernity and hinterland. Secondly, each chalet has an optional hot tub on the deck that peers out toward the Atlantic. It’s quite common to see guests basking in the hot tub around dusk with a glass of wine in hand. The chalet lifestyle should include home-cooked meals, coffee on the deck, stargazing, s’mores, roasted weenies, and picnics on the lawn.

Explore the Cabot Trail

Photo of a Canoe on the Water near Cabot Shores, Home to the Finest Cape Breton Chalets.

Cabot Shores’ overall appeal is equal parts outdoor adventure, gourmet cuisine, utter isolation, and distinctive lodging. At the end of the day, most visitors value our private acreage and proximity to the island’s best exploratory pursuits. Upon arrival, guests have instant access to a wide variety of watercrafts, such as kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards. An abundance of hiking trails, fishing honey holes, and hidden caches are also within reach. All of these potential mid-day activities are within walking distance of the chalets.

The island itself is known as a paddler’s playground, hiker’s paradise, and angler’s sanctum. And, because the Atlantic Ocean is so close to our small fleet of Cape Breton chalets, many travellers explore the coastline after a short voyage aboard the property’s Eagle Feather Ferry.

A Well-Deserved Summertime Escape

Provincial and national parks are beginning to re-open for hiking, native birding, and geocaching—stay informed by visiting this website often. Cabot Shores’ Bistro, meanwhile, remains open for delivery for those who opt to not use their chalet kitchen. Breakfast and a two- or three-course dinner can be delivered. Much of the menu comes from the on-site gardens and orchards, as well as fresh-off-the-boat lobster through mid-July. Whether you aim to plan a much-needed digital detox, glamping getaway, or wellness retreat, Nova Scotia’s Cabot Trail might be precisely what the family needs right now. Please give us a call today at 866-929-2584 to learn more about our Cape Breton chalets, dome camping, and yurts. Click the links below to learn more about our on-going efforts to combat coronavirus, as well as other fun material!



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Based on 289 reviews
Seahorselife Shannon (Seahorselife_Canada)
Seahorselife Shannon (Seahorselife_Canada)
October 17, 2023.
My boyfriend and I came here on a whim for lunch while in the area. What a pleasant surprise! Loved the unique atmosphere and amazing, friendly people. Could have very well have been the best salmon I have ever eaten. Everything was cooked to perfection. Fresh and tasty. Hats off to the chef. We also had the mussels... huge portion and delicious. We took a walk about the property, one of a kind cabins/domes to stay in.. most of which, if not all had their own hot tub. Even a sauna by the water. We would definitely highly recommend eating here at the bistro even if you are not staying over night. Everyone is lovely.. they even offered to email us the salmon recipe because we loved it so much. My only suggestion to owners would be to get better signage on the roadway, so visitors can find you easier. We passed the place twice before actually finding it. I think if there were two more signs a little up the rd on either side, more people may be able to come visit this hidden little gem. Thanks so much for a great lunch and top-notch service.
Jasmine Rahmel
Jasmine Rahmel
October 17, 2023.
Loved the location and the amenities. What a unique resort. The upgrade to the chalet was wonderful. Above and beyond.
Malcolm
Malcolm
October 16, 2023.
Stayed at Cabot shores from October 7th-13th was an unforgettable experience. Stayed in a yurt and very spacious and comfortable. The location along the sea was gorgeous and could hop over to the beach whenever. Kayaked two of those days and could see beaver domes while doing so. Would highly try the food as well very accommodating to all dietary requirements. Recommend the chickpea massala very nice meal! Friendly staff and good accommodation. 5/5
Vishnu Vardhana
Vishnu Vardhana
October 15, 2023.
Amazing experience in the yurt and dome. Friendly staff and beautiful views!
Trevor B
Trevor B
September 13, 2023.
Stopped for lunch and ordered the spaghetti bolognese. Very hearty and lots of meat. A nice satisfying meal. One surprise was to see a mandatory 10% gratuity when paying the bill. Who does this for a party of less than 5?
kate mcauley
kate mcauley
September 12, 2023.
We had our wedding here over the September long weekend and we honestly couldn't have asked for a better experience! Our wedding was just over 40 adults with some children. The owner and all the staff were very friendly, accommodating and went above and beyond with everything to help us have the best time. Over the weekend staff were knowledgeable with things to do on and off of the resort when asked by our guests. The food was exceptional!! All of our guests could not stop raving about the food that was served- for all meals. Accommodations are rustic and cute, exactly what we were looking for! Many hot tubs arounds the resort as well that can be moved to your accommodation if you request it. The resort is quite large as well with lots of beautiful scenery. Location on the Cabot trail was great as well. We have nothing but positive things to say about our experience here!

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Based on 50 reviews
Lukas
Lukas
September 21, 2022.
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Very nice people and a place full of joy ! Stayed 2 nights in the „Eagle dome“ which was really comfy and clean! Had really delicous dinner at the main lodge where paul played some music just for us and had nice conversations whith him and the other staffmembers. Also booked the hot tub at our dome for our last night from where we had a great view on the campfire. Lovely place where you see how much effort they put in every detail.
Nicole
Nicole
August 22, 2022.
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Amazing adventure! Lots of fun sleeping underneath the stars!
Ryan
Ryan
August 14, 2022.
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Relaxing
Nigel
Nigel
July 25, 2022.
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Beautiful place and very friendly staff. Perfect location if you’re travelling along the Cabot Trail, I highly recommend checking this place out! Would definitely stay here again. Thanks for a fantastic experience.
Anooj
Anooj
October 25, 2021.
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This was our first time staying in the Eagle Dome and we absolutely fell in love with this beautiful place. Super clean place to stay!
Redwan
Redwan
October 17, 2021.
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Very nice place to spend a couple of nights in the nature! My wife and I enjoyed our stay. It might be a good idea to install a heater in the dome as it can get chilly at night.
Brooke
Brooke
October 1, 2021.
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Beautiful, quaint place to stay! So unique and off grid. We loved staying at the dome!
Madison
Madison
September 9, 2021.
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We had a great stay in the Eagle Dome! We loved watching the sunset and sunrise, and being able to hear the waves from the ocean. Next time we would stay a few more days and prepare a bit better - we weren’t packed for off grid but we made it work. Outhouse was a few steps away, shower and toilet a short walk. We didn’t get the hot tub or use the sauna/other amenities but would certainly consider it next time.
Micayla
Micayla
August 16, 2021.
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This place is absolutely beautiful! We loved our stay here. I highly recommend it. All the staff are very friendly. The dome was such a unique experience looking at the stars and watching the sun rise. The beach is beautiful and there’s a little swimming spot 2 minutes down the road that we really enjoyed 🙂

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