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Welcome to The White House Retreat in Cape Breton

Holiday home in River Ryan with kitchen

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Property grounds
Smart TV
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Welcome to The White House Retreat in Cape Breton provides amenities, such as a playground and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$268
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov

Add dates for prices

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!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoke-free property

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

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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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that 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
Property Registration Number STR2425B4495

About the area

Map
River Ryan, NS

What's nearby

  • Cape Breton University - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Centre 200 - 20 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design - 20 min drive - 19.7 km
  • World's Largest Fiddle - 21 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal - 41 min drive - 50.0 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to The White House Retreat in Cape Breton pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Welcome to The White House Retreat in Cape Breton?

As of 6 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Welcome to The White House Retreat in Cape Breton on 7 Nov 2025 start from NZ$267.94, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Welcome to The White House Retreat in Cape Breton?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to The White House Retreat in Cape Breton?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to The White House Retreat in Cape Breton located?

Situated in River Ryan, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Cape Breton University, Fort Petrie Military Museum and Fast Go Karts. St. Mary's Polish Church and Whitney Pier Historical Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Welcome to The White House Retreat in Cape Breton Reviews

8.4

Very good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.0

Eco-friendliness

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Xiaotong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a fantastic stay! The neighborhood is very quiet and peaceful, which made it perfect for relaxing. Host was responsive and supportive throughout our stay. Overall, a very satisfying experience. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Michel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Nicki D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

6/10 Okay

Debbie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
The house is nicely decorated a has been newly renovated. There were no face clothes or hand towels. The fridge had spills from other guests and the coffee pot had old grinds in it. The garbage can at the road was ovetflowing and the grass has not been cut in a long time. The bed was comfy and clean , but happy to stay only one night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

PEGGY

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Did not like property. No where to sit and have fire. Grasd long and lots of weeds Not at all like picture Inside the toilets were not clean, hair on floors not enough toilet paper or hand towels. Would not recommend yhis place. Driveway was hidden . When we were outside, young kids driving ATV's within a foot of us. Inacceptable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Odette L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious property

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

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved old farm house. Nicely updated. Be nice too sit in yard.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick visit

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

8/10 Good

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025