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Welcome to The White House Retreat in Cape Breton

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Relax in this serene bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, and a desk area.
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Relax in this stylish living room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable sofa, and floor lamp.
Enjoy a compact kitchen, dining area, and living space with a sofa and flat-screen TV.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
River Ryan, NS
  • Centre 200
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • World's Largest Fiddle
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Sydney, NS (YQY)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

River Ryan

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute drive of Fort Petrie Military Museum and Cape Breton University. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Cape Breton University - 9 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Centre 200 - 20 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design - 20 min drive - 12.3 miles
  • World's Largest Fiddle - 21 min drive - 12.9 miles
  • Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal - 41 min drive - 31.1 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Welcome to The White House Retreat in Cape Breton

Welcome to The White House Retreat, a serene escape nestled in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. This modern, all-white haven sits on an expansive, private 8-acre property, offering tranquillity and beauty at every turn. With 3 stylish bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen, it’s perfect for families, friends, or solo travellers. Located just 7 minutes from Dominion Beach, enjoy peaceful mornings on the patio, explore nearby ATV trails, or relax in total comfort. Book your stay today!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

Property manager

Am S

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number STR2425B4495

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in River Ryan, close to Fort Petrie Military Museum.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Welcome to The White House Retreat in Cape Breton good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation and kitchens in some.

Are there hot tubs at Welcome to The White House Retreat in Cape Breton?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home though service animals are welcome.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Sydney, NS (YQY), which is 6.3 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Welcome to The White House Retreat in Cape Breton?

No, at Welcome to The White House Retreat in Cape Breton, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Welcome to The White House Retreat in Cape Breton Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicki D.

Liked: Cleanliness

River Ryan Visit

Beautiful first stop on our East Coast trip. The house was quaint, clean and well appointed. It was minutes to the town of Sydney and a lovely resting spot between days on the Cabot Trail. The hosts were responsive and helpful. 10/10 highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah F.

White House

Air conditioning was great. Wished all bedrooms had it. Great spacious house but requires better cleaning staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Odette L.

Liked: Cleanliness
This lovely renovated home was very welcoming. Being three couples, the house was spacious and the bedrooms were very comfortable. The location is well suited to easily get around. Our stay in the area was to explore the region and visit the Fortress Louisbourg. We had a minor issue with the WIFI, but the owner was prompt to answer our text and come and resolve the problem. We were all very pleased with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydell & Renae B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious property

Beautiful updated house on a private and spacious yard.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

Liked: Cleanliness

The White House Retreat review

The accommodations exceeded our expectations. The heat pump on the ground floor and the air conditioner in the upstairs bedroom were welcomed features. The host was very accommodating. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michel D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sydney stay over

Nicely renovated little house; all new and clean inside. Just missing a few commodities. Good location close to Sydney.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Visiting from USA

Very clean property in a quiet neighborhood. Have three bedrooms, perfect for a bigger group. The owner responds to vrbo messages right away.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house

Great except, on such a busy, wavy road and with no one home, he needs to post the house number on the property. Wasted a lot of time and finally a neighbour led me to the house.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved old farm house. Nicely updated. Be nice too sit in yard.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard F.

Disliked: Cleanliness

not quite "the white house"

Older house recently updated but poorly completed....drywall dust not cleaned up, loose door handles, kitchen drawers that did not work properly, over the stove microwave with cord that came out and plugged in counter outlet. Spring rental, and the ants and lady bugs were sharing the space. BUT....the price was right....so lower your expectations and be happy!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel A.

Liked: Cleanliness

One night stay

I needed a spot to stay close to the ferry terminal. This turned out to be a good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Iain M.

Quick visit

Worked out great, just needed a place while visiting relatives.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025