Les Trois Pignons: Museum of the Hooked Rug and Home Life

Les Trois Pignons houses the Museum of the Hooked Rug and Home Life, an Acadian, cultural, genealogical and visitor information centre. Located in Chéticamp, on the world famous Cabot Trail, the museum joins the story of the area's settlement with that of the evolution of hooked rugs. The gallery features traditional antiques and contemporary hooked rugs created by local craftspeople as well as masterpieces by world renowned wool artist Elizabeth LeFort. Visitors are also invited to watch rug hooking demonstrations and…

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Elizabeth Lefort Gallery

Her work has been shown in Toronto, Montreal, St. John, Moncton, Sydney, San Diego, Phoenix, and other places. The Dr. Elizabeth Lefort Gallery, located in Chéticamp, Nova Scotia, holds the largest collection of her work, including "The Crucifixion" which spans 3m x 1.7m and required the dyeing of some 510 colours. She was appointed a member of the Order of Canada in 1987 and received an honorary doctorate from the Université de Moncton in 1975.Elizabeth's piece titled Canadian Centennial 1967…

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Glenora Inn & Distillery

The Glenora Inn and Distillery Resort is situated on a 200 acre site in Glenville, rich in the heritage of its Scottish culture and only a few miles from the ocean and near the highlands of Cape Breton Island.  Constructed in traditional style with stone walls and post and beam framing, the Glenora Inn is unique and attractive with twenty-two rooms and six chalets of high standing. The picture window view from each room brings the quiet beauty of the Highlands into…

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Glenora Distillery

You'll also find an inn, pub, dining room and gift shop surround a courtyard with a running brook. Enjoy the scenic grounds and be sure to take in one of the free daily ceilidhs. Mountainside chalets are also available. Bus tours and groups welcome (by appointment).

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Bénaises Gestion des Propriétés

This vacation rental is situated in the heart of the village of Cheticamp. Directly on the wharf, you will watch fisherman unload their catch of the day. 3 units in the building.

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La Petite Fraise Maison Vacances

Century old home located in the heart of the downtown Chéticamp. 6 Bedrooms, 2 full bath, large kitchen and dining area to accommodate everyone.Ocean views and amazing sunsets.

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La Chaloupe Maison Vacances

This space has 3 separate units.

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Captain Zodiac Whale Cruise

From May until mid-October, Captain Zodiac entertains customers with sightings of:Finback whales (huge at 75 ft long)Humpback whales (entertainers)Pilot whales (friendliest Cape Breton residents)Dolphins/Porpoises (speedy/acrobatic)Minke whales (smallest baleen whales)Some rare recent sightings have included Blue whales, Sperm whales, Killer whales, Beluga whales and Right whales.With Captain Zodiac there are two main experience options to choose from:Coastal Snorkelling: Snorkel our rugged coastline, including sea caves and coves. These beautiful areas are only accessible by boat. This trip has many options depending on your…

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River Trail Cottages

6 H cottages (S,D; 2 one-bdrm, 4 two-bdrm; fireplace in one), 4-pc bath, TV. Quiet country setting with view of the mountains. Fishing, hiking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling. Guides arranged. Walking trails to Margaree River & salmon pools.

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