Dunlop Inn

This place is a fantastic option in Baddeck. During our travels, we stay in all types of lodging. We're seeing more and more of this sort of place... a B&B feel, but not all of the frilly nature and hosts waiting on you hand and foot. The location of the Dunlop just can't be beat. It is right on the waterfront on a protected cove of Bras d'Or Lake. Not only that, it has its own private deck and boardwalk right on the edge of the water. The main pier is just a short walk away. There, you will find one of the best restaurants in town and a really great tour boat operator. If you walk out the front door, you're just blocks away from the middle of Baddeck. In addition, this inn has its own private gravel parking area right next to the historic building. The rooms and the entire inn have been updated very nicely, too. We stayed in the Garden Room on the second floor, which faces the street (but not the water). It was very clean, and the window A/C unit kept the room very comfortable. It was hot while we were in town with temperatures in the high 80's Fahrenheit. The shower in that room is a huge walk-in, and the sink is out in the corner of the very large bedroom. We definitely made use of the outdoor boardwalk and very nice Adirondack chairs. We watched the full moon rise right over the bay, which was loaded with anchored sailboats. The lighthouse is just across the water, too. Breakfast here is advertised as continental, but we really felt like it was quite a few steps above that. We had options of fresh drip coffee, hard-boiled eggs, toast, some fresh scones from the bakery down the street, yogurt, granola, fresh fruit, and I believe you could get cereal and milk as well. The dining space is very large, with room to spread out. The Alexander Graham Bell historic site and museum is almost straight across the street from the inn, too. I'd say that by far the best selling point of staying here is that you'll only have a max of 4 other couples staying in the other rooms, so you get a lot of privacy. The key is the waterfront location, with a patio and boardwalk that is private just to people staying at the Dunlop. If we return to Baddeck, we would absolutely stay here again.

Beautiful home with just five rooms. I booked early so I could stay in the Lighthouse room and the view could not be beat. All guests can enjoy the same view from the charming back deck. Several restaurants and shops in walking distance. Off-street parking was appreciated. I would love to stay here again.

The location and view is absolutely stunning. The lighthouse room was new, bright and airy. The view was unbelievable as you looked right onto the ocean and marina. We had access to the deck chairs, deck and firepit. Was a big lounge room with tv, games, books or just to relax in. Can't say enough about this room and the Inn. There was a continental breakfast with croissants, hard boiled eggs, fruit etc. Was within walking distance to the Alexander Graham Bell Museum which was an awesome place to visit.

The Dunlop Inn is stunningly beautiful! The Inn is peaceful and the view of the lighthouse is an unexpected delight. Close to the downtown area making access to restaurants convenient. The owners went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable, and we cannot thank them enough! 10/10 and highly recommend!

This place is top notch all across the board. The location right on the Lake, the big beautiful boardwalk (brand new with new lounge chairs!), the breakfast with fresh berries, homemade breads etc., and the people who own/run it- all 10/10! You will not be disappointed! We took the kayaks out on a quiet morning and it was perfection. |The owners have a young family and are there plenty and are so helpful. If you have a question or need anything and they’re not on site the staff at The Telegraph house are there to help 24/7. This place was the highlight of our trip.

Excellent B&B. Lovely well appointed old house. We had a beautiful and comfortable room. Loved sitting on the deck overlooking the lake. Having a sitting area and dining room with kettle and coffee maker on the the ground floor was a bonus. Nice to have off street parking. Short walk to all the amenities in Baddeck.

Apprehensive after earlier stays elsewhere but very pleasantly surprised. Lighthouse room is much the best and has a super view and quiet setting, confusing on arrival when you have Togo to Telegraph motel to collect key. However, all good when you got to room. Two good restaurants 100 yds away so very convenient. Recommend (providing you book Lighthouse room).

Nice, clean rooms. We had breakfast directly on the water. Upon check in the owner took his time to show us every must-see on the Cabot trail. Will come again!

Below standard for B and Bs in Nova Scotia and PEI in terms of check in process, no owner to warmly welcome guests, small room with no amenities , I. e., no TV, one tiny shampoo for 2 people, and a cold breakfast buffet you would find at a very cheap hotel - cold hard boiled eggs from the refrigerator , breads, yogurt, very small selection of fruit, bagels. We had to go to breakfast at a restaurant after we left in order to get a decent hot breakfast The only positives about this place were it's location on the water and it's central location in town It was way overpriced for what we got

Very nice Bed and Breakfast. Pros - towards the end of the street and so a little quieter and more private (but easy access to all places of interest in this small town). A nice commons room, nice porch, and a nice place to sit at the lake's edge. Kitchen is very nice and there is a small refrigerator where you can store your own food. Beds comfortable. Cons - this is a house refurbished into a B&B and so the bathroom/shower is shared. The breakfast is good, but it's not a fancy upscale breakfast (e.g., it's not french toast stuff with local blueberries) cooked by the host.