Thinking of going on a Canadian road trip? Be sure to pass by Ingonish Beach, which has some of the most picturesque views you’ll see. Enjoy the many activities this beachside paradise offers, such as Cabot Trail Road, Ski Cape Smokey, and Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Animal lovers can also check out Ingonish Whale Watching Tours and Keltic Express Zodiac Adventures, or visit Groovy Goat Farm & Soap Company to see some goats. Solo travelers and big groups will surely enjoy this wonderful place. See for yourself and stay at these Airbnb vacation rentals in Ingonish Beach, Canada, below.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on August 31, 2025.
1. Naggy Nanny's Inn (from USD 508)
This three-bedroom cottage is a homey retreat with one bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen. Families of up to five will find this home the perfect vacation destination for their next holiday trip. Outside, there is a large veranda, a front yard, and a backyard with patio furniture where everyone can relax.
Located in a quiet part of Ingonish Beach, the property is also home to many trees and wildlife, making for a relaxing nature getaway.
Ingonish Beach, Nova Scotia, CanadaAccommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
Host:
very hospitable hosts and helpfulhello please make sure you are smoking friendly if you book this homebeautiful home and great hostscherie is so wonderful :) she is the sweetest host and the place is awesomeshe’s very responsive and welcoming our family had a wonderful stayLocation:
wonderful location close to the ski hillperfect location for some really great hikes and has everything you needgreat spot to go if you want to be centrally located to all the great trails in the parkgreat stay lovely area park very closecherie's home is a fantastic located to many attractions near cabot trail in cape breton highlands national parkCleanliness:
cherie's home is spotlessly clean comparable to a 5-star rating ocean cruise ship grand suitehad an awesome stay the place was very clean and cozythe place was immaculately clean (and disinfected) when we arrivedthe house was nice quiet and cleaneverything was very clean and made us feel right at homeRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
there is also a big comfortable balcony in the backcherie is very hospitable and all the extras in the kitchen were so thoughtfulcherie’s place is great we were very comfortable there and it had everything we neededlarge house with a lovely kitchen for a familycherie’s place feels like a comfortable home to come to come back to
2. Christie's Smokey Mountain Cottage (from USD 203)
Christie’s Smokey Mountain Cottage overlooks the beautiful Ingonish Harbour and is conveniently just a few minutes away from shops and Cape Breton Highlands by foot.
On this three-bedroom one-bathroom property, there is a spacious deck where guests can watch lobsters and sailboats. There is also a backyard with a fire pit, perfect for barbecues and beers with friends. Other spaces for bonding include a living room with a TV and a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area.
Ingonish Beach, Nova Scotia, CanadaAccommodates: 5
Top guest reviews
Host:
the host greeted us and was especially friendly and helpfuli enjoyed my stay and they were very accommodatingamazing cottage - would recommend to anyone the hosts are very accommodatingLocation:
very convenient location to all the outdoor attractions including franey trail and the mount smokey gondolawe were thrilled with how close it was to ingonish beacha great location for visiting cape breton the accommodations were comfortable and as expectedfantastic place to stay in ingonishthe location is perfect for viewing the fall leavesCleanliness:
super clean and quaintcabin was very clean on arrivalgreat clean place highly recommendgreat place very clean bed rooms neat and clean views are awesomegreat clean spot with fantastic viewsRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
a sliding glass door leads to a cozy deck where the views are breathtakingvery comfortable space and beautiful viewvalerie’s cottage in ingonish beach was outstanding the cottage is lovely and very comfortable and the view is incrediblecomfortable and cozy beautiful view we loved itreally recommend this airbnb… view is amazing and he very comfortable will stay here again
3. Hardy Hollow (from USD 384)
Hardy Hollow is located along Cabot Trail Road, overlooking the harbor and offering great views. The home offers guests different outdoor activities, such as enjoying cookouts in the backyard with a fire pit, swimming in the private pool, or enjoying vistas from the deck.
Inside, three bedrooms and two bathrooms can accommodate six guests. The cozy living room is complete with a sofa, recliners, and a TV. A fully equipped kitchen with appliances and kitchenware makes for easy meal prep, paired with a dining area for eating meals. There is also a washer in case you need to do some laundry.
Ingonish Beach, Nova Scotia, CanadaAccommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
Host:
darrell and stephanie were friendly and quick to answer any questions we hadhost was very easy to communicate withdarrell is an amazing host and was very quick to reply to any of our questionLocation:
bonus close to beaches and restaurantsamazing spot had everything we needed beautiful place in a great locationamazing spot location is so beautiful and the view is incredibleCleanliness:
our family had an amazing stay and it was very clean and scenicthe house was clean and had everything we needed for our stayit was welcoming and cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the pool and view were amazingawesome accommodations the view was spectacular and we so enjoyed the heated pool toowonderful location and beautiful view heated pool was great on a cloudy daythe heated pool and available firewood for bonfire are also added bonusesview is amazing and pool a bonus we all loved
4. Miss Kendall's (from USD 586)
Miss Kendall’s is a hilltop retreat providing views of the ocean and mountains. The private property is only minutes away from the beach, as well. From here, you can easily enjoy an adventure in the waters.
This four-bedroom two-bathroom home is perfect for a quiet weekend. It also includes a fully equipped kitchen where you can cook meals. Guests can hang out in the covered veranda, living room, or deck with furniture and a barbecue grill. Two optional bedroom annexes are available upon request in case you need more space.
Ingonish Beach, Nova Scotia, CanadaAccommodates: 8
Top guest reviews
Host:
amazing host and services in a very beautiful locationaccessible friendly and accommodatingthis location is prime danita was incredibly helpful throughout our check-inLocation:
fantastic location excellent valueperfect location for a visit in the summer or a ski vacation in the wintergreat spot and perfect locationgood and quiet location close to the national park…great location lots of roomCleanliness:
the place was very clean and well furnishedvery comfortable and cleanthe cottage is super well located clean and very well equippedclean space private area close to amenitiesRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
lotsa room quite area lotsa privacy and close to everything could hold 2 families for sure great spotlots of room richard was friendly and very quick to respond
5. Weekend At Bernie's Beach House (from USD 459)
Weekend At Bernie’s Beach House is a paradise on Cabot Trail Road with a perfect view of Ingonish Harbour. From here, Cape Breton Highlands Links is only minutes away, along with Freshwater Lake Trail and Franey Mountain.
This beach house is a two-bedroom hideaway that includes a newly renovated bathroom, a barbecue grill, and outdoor furniture on the deck. Other convenient spaces include a laundry area, fully equipped kitchen, living room, and dining area.
Ingonish Beach, Nova Scotia, CanadaAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
the hosts were very helpfulmarilyn was a wonderful host) but the owners were quick to help us get what we needed if they couldour host also dropped by to check that we were comfortablemake sure to ask the host for good instructions on how to find itLocation:
nice house with great locationgreat location for any cabot trail hikingit was a great location to begin our trip and close to lots of things to dothe location is perfect if you are exploring the cabot trailyou can easily park a few vehicles in the drivewayCleanliness:
we left it as clean as we couldthe house was very clean and the bathroom was very nice as wellthe house was clean airy and appealing with its seaside decorthe home was very clean with a great viewspacious and clean with a beautiful viewRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
excellent view location bed deck & specious placegood amenities and well stocked kitchenbeach themed cottage with a beautiful view and cozy clean amenitieswhat a beautiful place the cottage was so cute well appointed cozy and had everything we neededmattresses were surprisingly comfortable otherwise we would have left
6. Oceanside Retreat
Oceanside Retreat is located north of Ingonish Harbour and is only a two-minute drive from local stores. It is also just a five-minute drive to Ingonish Beach, giving the property beautiful ocean views.
The one-bedroom one-bathroom retreat is perfect for couples looking for a romantic getaway. Outside, the waterfront home comes with a deck, spacious yard with a fire pit, and herb garden you can pick from. Inside, a simple but modern fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and cozy living area with a TV are accessible to guests.
Ingonish Beach, Nova Scotia, CanadaAccommodates: 3
Top guest reviews
Host:
rachel was a great hostrachel was a great host and provided some local hiking trail and waterfall recommendationsrachel was very kind and helpfulhost was so friendly beautifully propertyryan told me all about the area and they were super helpfulLocation:
really nice location close too everything super quiet and peacefullocation is close to a couple nice beaches and only a jaunt away from cape breton highland national parkgreat location on the cabot trail if your looking to do some awesome hikeswe enjoyed our stay at rachel’s locationeverything we needed in a wonderful peaceful location next to the oceanRead more reviewsCleanliness:
place was very clean and organized - looked exactly like pictures and great location
7. Shabby bungalow by the harbor
This beautiful home on Ingonish Beach overlooks a sparkling harbor and provides easy access to the beach. It is also just a four-minute drive from Ski Cape Smokey for fun adventures no matter the season.
This three-bedroom one-bathroom home includes a fully equipped kitchen, living room, dining area, and laundry facilities convenient for long-term stays. Outside, guests can enjoy a great outdoor space boasting a deck with a barbecue grill and outdoor furniture perfect for bird watching. There is also an outdoor shower so you can easily wash up after a trip to the beach.
Ingonish Beach, Nova Scotia, CanadaAccommodates: 5
8. Millbrook Cottage
Millbrook Cottage is a two-bedroom suite that can accommodate four guests. Its open-floor living, dining, and kitchen area makes for a bright and airy home, further complemented by large windows. Guests will have their own bathroom and lower deck with a panoramic view of the surrounding nature. Other amenities offered are free Wi-Fi, a TV, a barbecue grill, and kitchenware.
This home is also near Cabot Trail Road and is a five-minute walk from Cape Breton Highlands Links.
Ingonish Beach, Nova Scotia, CanadaAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
owner is super nicedale was a fantastic hostlovely hosts who were very helpful and responsivedale and her daughter andrea were fantastic hosts who displayed true cape breton hospitalitydales home was beyond beautiful she was the perfect host and was extremely welcoming friendly and helpfulLocation:
absolutely beautiful location and rental dale was a pleasure to deal with and was more than accommodatinggreat place to stay if your headed to cape bretonit’s a great place to staydale is absolutely an amazing host they have thought of everything and the location is 100 starsvery clean and comfortable house with beautiful view and close to cape breton parkCleanliness:
very very clean and welcoming and very comfy bedsbeautiful spot cozy (very clean) aptthe apartment was immaculately clean and very nicely decoratednice spacious and cleanvery clean place with friendly hostRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
it was a great amount of room for 4 of usthe beds were comfy dale and her husband were very welcomingdale and her family have a lovely home with beautiful views and comfortable living spacewe had a warm welcome and made our own thanksgiving dinner in the kitchen
Stay in the best Airbnb rentals in Ingonish Beach
Different types of travelers will fall in love with Ingonish. Food fanatics will have a blast eating in the many delicious restaurants and pubs. This beautiful seaside paradise makes for a great getaway for water lovers, as well. Whatever you’re here for, make sure to stay in the best Airbnb rentals for a comfortable vacation.
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