We stayed in Eagles Pass for two weeks this fall. It was our first time in Cape Breton and won't be our last. The cottage is a stylish, minimalist design that is very appealing inside and out. The location is beautiful and private; cliffside overlooking the sea. We loved the amazing views especially at sunset. Stewart and Bell are very nice people and gracious hosts and I now count them as friends. Five stars.

We stayed in Eagles Pass for two weeks this fall. It was our first time in Cape Breton and won't be our last. The cottage is a stylish, minimalist design that is very appealing inside and out. The location is beautiful and private; cliffside overlooking the sea. We loved the amazing views especially at sunset. Stewart and Bell are very nice people and gracious hosts and I now count them as friends. Five stars.

We loved staying at Eagle’s Pass for the week, wish it was longer! The cottage was beautiful and comfortably furnished - incredible bright, sunny space overlooking the sea. Great kitchen & table for dining in. Really comfortable bed - appreciated the variety of pillows and cozy comforter. This is a quiet place to unplug and settle onto the island, about 15 minutes from town. Despite the cooler temps, we sat out on the deck each evening hearing the waves and looking at the vast sky of stars. Our host, Stewart, was fantastic. Continual communication and stopped by once we arrived, to point out things to enjoy along Cape Breton. He also kept us informed of the changing weather, as we were there when a hurricane was moving toward the island. We absolutely plan to return to the same cottage again!

Another great stay in Eagles Pass! It lives up to its name as the eagles fly by daily. The seals and porpoises put on a show for us all week and the warm waters of the Chimney Corner beach were very refreshing. The cottage itself is situated in the natural growth of the cliff side providing a feeling that you are one with nature. The kitchen has everything you should need to create that special vacation supper and the rest of the cottage is very comfortable. We will be sure to return in the near future!

We were searching for a way to escape a stressful season and reconnect with nature, and this place was perfect. It's very cute, tastefully minimal, and a nice "home base" for exploring stunning Cape Breton. The view out the back deck was just as dreamy as I had hoped. You can hear the waves crashing down below, the wind in the trees, and the faintest yells of happy children on the beach. It restores your soul. The internet was spotty (especially during bad weather) but good enough to download maps and check email. (You should definitely download maps to your phones; the cell signal is spotty, especially farther north.) Weather in this area seems pretty unpredictable, so keep your plans flexible and roll with however Nature wants your vacation to unfold. We had one day of thunderstorms, which we spent reading on the couch, listening to the rain, and appreciating the cozy cottage vibe. I highly recommend it.

Stuart and his wife Bell have built a truly remarkable cottage, right on the cliff in Cape Breton. If you're looking at the pictures and wonder if it looks actually that great in reality, I can assure you, it looks even better! We enjoyed waking up to this wonderful view, as well as seeing the most breathtaking sunsets you can get in Canada. The cottage itself is beautifully designed and the kitchen is well-equipped for a cottage of this size. The decoration fits well into the overall atmosphere of the place. The incredibly well curated iPod playlist provides the right background theme for your vacation. So does the equally well curated book collection. If you are in the right vacation mood to finally read that Chomsky, Stuart has got you covered. His recommendations for dining and activities were on-point and helped up making the right choices to get the best out of our week.

The setting is breathtaking; a classic, beautiful cottage with a panoramic view of Chimney Corner and the Gulf - both absolutely stunning!! The cottage is beautifully decorated and has everything you need, including soft, luxurious bed linens and plush bath towels. Stewart is an exceptional host, spending an hour with us the day after our arrival to orient us and recommend excursions, hiking trails, and nearby dining options (Dancing Goat has the best breakfasts and cookies!!). The Chimney Corner beach is spectacular, a truly unspoiled hidden gem. Thank you Stewart for all that you did to make our stay amazing. Hard to leave this special and tranquil place, but we hope to be back again!

I would highly recommend renting this property. The views are spectacular and the interior of the cottage is beautiful! The kitchen is well equipped, the bedrooms are a good size, the cottage is airy beautifully decorated and very comfortable. Spectacular beaches can be reached within minutes! Thank you Stewart!

Fantastic cottage and location!

Every single thing about our trip to Cape Breton Island was absolute perfection . Our Chimney Corner cottage was absolutely everything we had hoped for and more! The view!!!!!! Unbelievable! The accommodations, just perfect. Stewart was an attentive host, spending almost 1 hour with us the day following our arrival, to guide us through our stay. His recommendation to dine at Woodroad, was an experience of a lifetime! Bucket list trip!!

I would highly recommend renting this property. The views are spectacular and the interior of the cottage is beautiful! The kitchen is well equipped, the bedrooms are a good size, the cottage is airy beautifully decorated and very comfortable. Spectacular beaches can be reached within minutes! Thank you Stewart!

Every single thing about our trip to Cape Breton Island was absolute perfection . Our Chimney Corner cottage was absolutely everything we had hoped for and more! The view!!!!!! Unbelievable! The accommodations, just perfect. Stewart was an attentive host, spending almost 1 hour with us the day following our arrival, to guide us through our stay. His recommendation to dine at Woodroad, was an experience of a lifetime! Bucket list trip!!

This rental exceeded our expectations. Upon arrival, the view was breathtaking. Inside was equally as satisfying. The kitchen was equipped with everything we needed and the bed was incredibly comfortable with high quality cotton sheets and choice of pillow type. Stewart gave us excellent recommendations on food and hiking. This is the perfect place for a couple to getaway, unplug and use as a jumping off point to enjoy what Cape Breton has to offer.

It's not often that a rental property lives up to expectations, no less exceeds them to the extent that the Eagle's Pass cottage did. The pictures provided are exactly what you get, and what you get is amazing---the cottage itself, the views, the peace and quiet, the easy access to all things Cape Breton. Amazing.

It's not often that a rental property lives up to expectations, no less exceeds them to the extent that the Eagle's Pass cottage did. The pictures provided are exactly what you get, and what you get is amazing---the cottage itself, the views, the peace and quiet, the easy access to all things Cape Breton. Amazing.

Had a relaxing, fun time staying at the cozy, beautiful Eagle’sPass!!!

Had a relaxing, fun time staying at the cozy, beautiful Eagle’sPass!!!

Our stay at Eagle's Pass was incredible. Loved sitting in the cottage watching the sunset through the huge windows in the cabin overlooking the bay. View was beautiful. The cabin was private, clean, and well appointed. Great selection of music on the iPod/speaker system (nice touch!). Stewart was great to deal with and gave us lots of helpful tips on where to eat and what to see while we were on the Island. Loved the unique style of the cabin. Would definitely stay here again!

This is by far one of the most relaxing, tranquil and beautiful vacations we have ever had in the Maritimes. Eagles Pass was beyond stunning, with breathtaking views of the ocean and hidden gem chimney corner beach. Stewart the host welcomed us like old friends, helped us map out our sightseeing adventures and customized a map of some of the Cabot Trails little known secret spots. We will absolutely return next year! Eagles Pass should be on your top 5 places to see in Nova Scotia!

My family and I spent a week at Eagles Pass this summer and it was a fantastic spot. It was private, tranquil, rustic and near a very beautiful quiet beach. Stewart was great and was very welcoming and helpful with excellent recommendations for day trips, hikes and places to eat! We would love to go back there again some day!

My family and I spent a week at Eagles Pass this summer and it was a fantastic spot. It was private, tranquil, rustic and near a very beautiful quiet beach. Stewart was great and was very welcoming and helpful with excellent recommendations for day trips, hikes and places to eat! We would love to go back there again some day!

Absolutely breathtakingly beautiful view. Peaceful location with an adorable cottage . Stewart and Bell went out of their way to be accommodating. Hoping we will make it back some time in the future!

Beautiful clean cottage in a private location on cliff next to ocean. Chimney Corner is on the west coast of Cape Breton, NS close to Margaree Harbour. Owner has several cottages and lives on property in a separate house, so available if you need anything. He’s a good resource for what to do on the island. Cape Breton is a lovely island full of good Celtic / Acadian music and friendly people. Always sad when our week is up to leave the island and this peaceful cabin.

Beautiful clean cottage in a private location on cliff next to ocean. Chimney Corner is on the west coast of Cape Breton, NS close to Margaree Harbour. Owner has several cottages and lives on property in a separate house, so available if you need anything. He’s a good resource for what to do on the island. Cape Breton is a lovely island full of good Celtic / Acadian music and friendly people. Always sad when our week is up to leave the island and this peaceful cabin.

Absolutely perfect! A beautiful spot overlooking Chimney Corner beach, very private yet well-situated with more activities nearby than what we could get to in a week. Stewart is a great host, so helpful and informative. Highly recommended!

We spent the last week of our three-week Eastern Canada vacation at Eagles Pass Cottage, and could not have made a better selection! Having never been to Cape Breton before, we were somewhat dependent on recommendations from the cottage owner, Stewart Applegath. Not only did Stewart make great suggestions (both in person and by the info in the cottage) for restaurants, bakeries, pubs, live music, farmers markets, whale watching, hikes and beaches, but it seemed like everyone in the area knew him, and liked him too! He is a strong ambassador for Cape Breton, where the people are among the most friendly anywhere. The cottage is fantastic; perfect for a week or even a month. We had dinner there four times, just because we wanted to watch the sunset, view the eagle and ships through the telescope, and listen to the waves. Architecturally, the design is outstanding; more than enough room for us but also cozy. The view, the view, the view!!! We definitely plan to return! April and Doug KonopkaHouston, Texas

We spent the last week of our three-week Eastern Canada vacation at Eagles Pass Cottage, and could not have made a better selection! Having never been to Cape Breton before, we were somewhat dependent on recommendations from the cottage owner, Stewart Applegath. Not only did Stewart make great suggestions (both in person and by the info in the cottage) for restaurants, bakeries, pubs, live music, farmers markets, whale watching, hikes and beaches, but it seemed like everyone in the area knew him, and liked him too! He is a strong ambassador for Cape Breton, where the people are among the most friendly anywhere. The cottage is fantastic; perfect for a week or even a month. We had dinner there four times, just because we wanted to watch the sunset, view the eagle and ships through the telescope, and listen to the waves. Architecturally, the design is outstanding; more than enough room for us but also cozy. The view, the view, the view!!! We definitely plan to return! April and Doug Konopka Houston, Texas

Eagles Pass is one of the most wonderful vacation rental homes we've ever stayed in. The cottage was roomy, bright, very comfortable and immaculate. I definitely picked the perfect cottage and location for my husband's birthday. The ocean view and the beach itself were astounding. I actually saw two eagles pass right by the deck and you can see them sitting on the rocks by the beach most mornings. We spent far less time exploring away from the cottage than we thought we would because we just wanted to absorb the majesty of the views the cottage offered. Stewart was super responsive in the planning and reservation stages, and met us at the cottage to explain how everything worked and all the must sees in Cape Breton. Location was perfect and a great base for exploring Cape Breton. Eagles Pass was a fantastic place to stay and we hope our travels will take us there again, hopefully next year. Our thanks to Stewart and Bell for allowing us a week in their gorgeous cottage. Thank you!

We had a great week at Eagle Pass! It was perfect for our family of 4. Highlights were being able to zip down to Chimney Corner beach each day and watching the eagles from the back porch. Would also definitely recommend a whale watching tour - we did ours in Cheticamp.

This property is everything it seems to be from the online listing. It is clean, well stocked, and accurately portrayed in the pictures. The view is breathtaking. The owner provided us a detailed overview of the area, with restaurants and places to avoid as well as recommendations. This was very valuable and accurate. Highly recommended!

Really enjoyed our stay the area is beautiful and relaxing, check in was really easy owners are very hospitable and told us a lot about the area and things to see would definitely recommend!

Our stay at Eagles Rest was perfect! The setting was beautiful and romantic, just what we wanted as we were celebrating 36 years of marriage. We enjoyed hiking in the area and then returning to the house for dinner and a beautiful sunset every day. We enjoyed delicious breakfasts and lunches at area restaurants recommended by Stewart. We would recommend this property enthusiastically! Returning to Eagles Rest is on our to do list! Thank you Stewart for being so attentive and helping make this trip so memorable, it was everything we hoped for and more.