The house offers excellent living conditions for every season. In winter, it is especially cozy to sit by the fireplace, enjoying the warmth, and gazing out across the water.
We're often asked about mosquitoes. The seaside breeze drives the pesky beasts away. It is also to be noted that all houses have the luxury of window screens and sliding screen doors that can be closed. In the summer, the temperatures vary between 20-28 degrees Celsius in the day, and 12-14 degrees during the night. Near the coast, the wind can get a little brisk, so it is recommended to take a sweater along. In spring and fall the temperatures are a comfortable 15-18 degrees. With an average snowfall of 200cm, the island and the northern part of Nova Scotia offer good conditions for winter sports.
Cape Breton, Richmond County, Walkerville, Walkerville, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada, North America
marks the location of the property.
Nearest airport:
Halifax Airport or Sydney at (270 kilometres)
distance from the nearest beach
(8 metres)
Nearest ferry port:
at (150 kilometres)
Nearest train station:
at (23 kilometres)
Nearest motorway:
10 min 'Whiteside' at (7 kilometres)
Car
recommended
The beach is less than twenty meters from the house, down a 10 m path and wooden stairs. Breathtaking panoramic view from 130 sqm patio to the islands in River Inhabitants Basin. Protected private sandy beaches and anchorage.
Quoted in *: Canada Dollar Per property Approximate equivalent in:
Dates
Rates
Period name
Begins
Ends
per week
per weekend night
per mid-week night
minimum stay
1 Aug 2008
31 Oct 2008
1 Week
Low Season
1 Nov 2008
28 Feb 2009
1 Week
* All information without guarantee. Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.
Notes to the rental rates: Prices for the property per week + 70 CAN$ for every person. Final cleaning: 120 CAN$. All prices plus 14 % HST (harmonized sales tax) Power charge depending on usage 0,15 Can$/ kWh
We are proud beeing an official licened tourism operator with all facilities the department of tourism is asking for. This gives you security.
Accommodation and Facilities for the Bluenose in Walkerville
Property type:
house
(detached)
Bedroom:
3 bedrooms, sleeps a maximum of 6 people
Bedroom - 2 large doubles Bedroom - 1 extra lg. double
1 double, 2 twins, 1 sleeping gallery
Bathroom:
1 shower, 1 WC
Bathroom - 1 toilet Bathroom - 1 shower enclosure
master bedroom with 2nd bathroom with panorama view to the islands in River Inhabitants Bay
Floor Area:
120 m² (1 sq m aprox. = 10 sq ft)
Accommodation type:
self-catering
Location type:
beach
near the sea
Theme:
away from it all
budget
General:
central heating
linen provided
telephone
towels provided
Kitchen:
4 ring stove
clothes dryer
freezer
fridge
grill
kitchenette
oven
washing machine
Living / family room:
fireplace
comfy seating for 6 people
Dining:
dining area
eating seating for 6 people
Entertainment:
cd
radio
Internet access:
dialup access
internet access
Outside:
balcony
barbecue
child's swing
garden
parking
terrace
2 bicycles
6 garden chairs
3 beach chairs
Suitability:
children welcome
long term renters welcome
low allergen environment
non smoking only
pets not allowed
suitable for elderly or infirm
wheelchair accessible
Notes
The 'Bluenose' house was constructed from wood in the year 2000, and furnished in European style. You will find everything that you may need. A high quality kitchen, cupboards and floors fashioned out of wood -leaves capture every wish. The house is spacious and well lit. Large triangular windows facing the ocean and a living room with a cathedral ceiling let plenty of sunshine in.
From the upstairs bedroom, which also has a small bath, you can see the ocean through the glass doors.
The back section of the ground floor is a separate suite, complete with bath and shower, for your friends or children. In the bedroom on the left, there are bunk beds and a view over the estuary. The foyer on the right is separate, so that jackets, shoes and so forth can be stored. The kitchen is completely furnished with a large, American refrigerator, an oven, coffee machine and a bread baking machine. In the front of the house is a very attractive fireplace between the two large patio doors.
Cape Breton, because of the Highlands, has a real winter, especially in comparison to the southwest of Nova Scotia Island.
The appeal of this season is juxtaposition of ocean and snow.
Ski-lift Cape Smokey is about 1.5 hours away.
Drifting ice covers the turquoise blue of the sea and the landscape is bathed in strangely melancholic light.
You don't need to drive anywhere to partake in the winter sports, though. Cross-country skiing, hiking, and even driving Skidoos - a popular Canadian pastime - can all be done along the beach and through the woods right by the house. Sometimes, when it's really cold, you can walk on the ice over to the islands, but please check with the authorities to see if it's safe before trying this.
Climate
Winters in the Atlantic Provinces are, thanks to their proximity to the ocean, relatively mild. In Halifax, the average temperature is between 0C and -1C, and the maritime influence often leaves them without snow for the winter.
In East Cape Breton, winter is a couple degrees colder than in Halifax. With an average snowfall of 200cm, the island and the northern part of Nova Scotia offer good conditions for winter sports like downhill and cross-country skiing.
Before that, the so-called 'Indian Summer' transforms the countryside into an astonishing explosion of color. The exact timing is dependent on the specific weather conditions, and can easily vary from year to year, but this beloved season usually begins in the second or third week of September and lasts until the end of October.
History
There's a reason why you feel good on Cape Breton. The pioneers who set out from Europe a long time ago to make their fortunes here, not only built the Bluenose ship (after which the house is named), but also formed their very own city, today called Lunenburg. The French also had their influence on the region; having lent it it's special charm.
Nova Scotia has experienced history in the superlative. The Titanic sank on its journey to Newfoundland, Peggy's Cove, the most photographed fishing town in North America, bouquets serve as a constant reminder of the tragedy. There are thousands of shipwrecks before the cliffs. Only after the island's numerous lighthouses were built did the accidents subside.
The famous action thriller 'The Perfect Storm' took place off the coast of Nova Scotia and impressively gives a glimpse into the difficult life of the modern fisherman and his destiny.
Golfing in 15 min. distance of the vacation house:
The Dundee Resort has developed an excellent reputation as an ideal destination to spend an extended holiday or a golfing week-end. The main reason for the success has been the quality of service and the variety of activities available for adults and children alike. These include indoor and outdoor pools, sauna, walking trails, lakefront rec centre, tennis courts, marina, dining room, lounge, conference facilities, children's playgrounds and programs, volleyball courts and a picturesque and very challenging golf course.
Wild... exhilirating... an adventure... these are just a few of the adjectives used to describe this unique course. Dundee, with a SLOPE rating of 132 from the white tees, is second only upo the Highlands Links in difficulty.
Architect Robert Moote was presented with an awesome task and responded by carving a splendid Par 4 course from mountainous terrain. Every hole has its own character and requires accurate shots to narrow landing areas
marks the location of the property.
