Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast

2.5 star property
Bed & breakfast with a nearby private beach, in the vicinity of Ross Ferry Provincial Park
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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View from property
Property grounds
Property grounds
Family Suite, Private Bathroom (The Gammell Suite)
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
7952 Kempt Head Road, Cape Breton, Kempt Head, NS, B1X 1R8
  • Bras d'Or Lake
    2 min walk
  • Ross Ferry Provincial Park
    14 min drive
  • Bell Bay Golf Club
    55 min drive
  • Sydney, NS (YQY)
    72 min drive

Room options

Family Suite, Private Bathroom (The Gammell Suite)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
Detached private bathroom
  • 11.0 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Kempt Head

At Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast, you'll be 8.8 km (5.5 mi) from Ross Ferry Provincial Park. Highlights at this B&B include free daily breakfast, a nearby private beach and free self-parking. .Enjoy access to free bike hire and hiking/biking trails. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a garden and a television in a common area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8 AM and 10 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area. .Sights you'll find in the area of this Kempt Head B&B include Bell Bay Golf Club and Kidston Island Lighthouse.

What's nearby

  • Kidston Island Lighthouse - 54 min drive - 55.8 km
  • Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre - 54 min drive - 57.8 km
  • Kidston Island Beach Ferry - 55 min drive - 57.8 km
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 55 min drive - 56.2 km
  • Bell Bay Golf Club - 55 min drive - 55.4 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tom's Pizza - ‬54 min drive
  • ‪The Freight Shed - ‬55 min drive
  • ‪Lynwood Inn Restaraunt - ‬54 min drive
  • ‪Bell-Buoy Restaurant & Supper House - ‬54 min drive
  • ‪Baddeck Lobster Supper - ‬54 min drive

About this property

Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast

Bed & breakfast with a nearby private beach, in the vicinity of Ross Ferry Provincial Park
A private beach is featured. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast also features a garden and a television in common area. Free self parking is available.

This Kempt Head bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast offers 2 accommodations with complimentary dressing gowns and complimentary slippers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. This Kempt Head bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries, hairdryers and children's slippers. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Rollaway/extra beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Children's slippers
  • Detached private bathroom
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03010947304128456-7952

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast?

Yep, Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast?

As of 25 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast on 30 Nov 2024 start from NZ$207.73, 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.

Is Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as free bike rentals, as well as children's slippers and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast is a hit with families.

Does Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast serve breakfast?

Yeah, free full brekkie is on offer daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast?

No, Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast, with dog exercise areas and food and water bowls on offer.

Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 75 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Emily

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed and breakfast was not as advertised. When you book, you are booking the family suite which includes the two bedrooms. Upon arrival, I was charged an additional $25 in order to use the second bedroom. This is not acceptable and is a bait and switch. The second issue is that when they say "pet friendly", they mean that they themselves have a cat on the property that is allowed in the bed and breakfast. Even after we mentioned we don't like cats, the cat remained in our space. While the rooms are comfortable and mostly clean, there were cobwebs. The area around the house is very messy as another reviewer mentioned. It was not the picturesque location advertised.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible miss you and Ralphie already! What a magjcal place. Seanad coming through the window at night, cute animals everywhere, lots of room and privacy. I hope to see you again one day!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first stay at a B&B. The owner was very hospitable. Our room was quaint and the bed was comfortable. The over all country charm was very nice. Breakfast was served at a time of our choosing. Would consider staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Pat

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We're not trying to be unkind only honest. The outside of this place is overgrown with junk sitting around. There is no AC upstairs where the bedroom is. It is about a 45 minute drive from Baddeck where we wanted to stay and the last part of it on a dirt road. We arrived at 7:15. Saw the looks of the place and couldn't believe it. We couldn't sleep or eat at a place that looked like that and be uncomfortably hot too. We cannot understand the high ratings. At that late hour we had to go find another place to stay which was another long drive after a tiring day. Also we couldn't see the water. It was across the road and trees blocked the view. It was a very disappointing and frustrating experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Off the beaten path but worth finding
Very nice, clean, friendly place. The Innkeeper, Terri, was charming and gave us great advice about places to go and, especially, good places to eat. She also prepares a great breakfast herself. The B and B is on a working farm, which we found interesting. A little out of the way, but worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Guanmin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Travelled with family
One of the best stays EVER!
Could not have asked for more! Lovely quiet setting, with very loving crew of creatures great and small. Terri was a delight and served a full, fabulous breakfast. The place was in tip top shape.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience.
Great host, excellent breakfast, and Terri made special considerations for my gluten-free dietary needs. Top noch.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terri is quite hospitable and friendly. She adapted quickly to my dietary restrictions. Gave us wonderful recommendations of things to do in town and a lovely conversationalist. Rooms are adorable, clean and comfy. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

J

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This traditional Bed and Breakfast is great experience if you enjoy nature and crafts.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you like antiques and farm animals, this is the place for you! Lovely breakfast and great conversation. Only catch was we had to pay in cash, which we didn’t know ahead of time. Check in was 5:30 pm which is kind of late.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ted and Lora

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely space for guests. Warm welcoming hosts. Beautiful quiet area. Delicious breakfast. Clean and well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have a lovely stay and Terri’s breakfast was amazing. The farm was picturesque. The hostess is such fun to chat with and makes you feel right at home. Book directly if you can, it’s a small business. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Stefanie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My only regret about choosing this stay was how far out of the way it was. The host was very nice and I loved getting to hang out with her cats and dog. The property was clean, quiet, and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

A real farm house B&B. Adults had a wonderful sleep in the comfy beds and kids loved the animals. We all had a yummy breakfast with warm hospitality. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This BnB has a lovely old country style with nice touches and taste with furniture and furnishings. Lots of spacious private areas to use apart from the bedroom area. If you are an animal lover, there are the most precious animals living here - including Ralphie - the ginger house cat. Breakfast was ample and tasty with lots of local ingredients (including eggs from the property’s chickens) The host is warm, welcoming and made us feel right at home with lovely conversations that made you want to stay longer than one night. If ever back in Cape Breton, it would definitely be on my list of places to stay again and to explore the area even more.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan, Orillia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

DENNIS

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our 1st time at a B&B. It was great, enjoyable and the host was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hostess Terri is very personable and friendly, and we had a comfortable room. A few things to be aware of: * The place is located about 30 minutes from the Cabot Trail and 20 minutes from any main road. * "Pet friendly" means there are dogs and cats in the house. * The bathroom is not off of the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cape Breton Holiday
Rural site with friendly people, a great view, comfortable room and good breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My 13 year old daughter and I had such a wonderful time at the Seaweed and Sod Farm Bed & Breakfast. Terri and Dave took the time to make us comfortable and ensure our stay was pleasant. Breakfast was AMAZING and the room was spacious and cute. The location was absolutely stunning. Our only regret was not staying longer. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022