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Accolade Retreat

73%
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· Chéticamp, Inverness, Nova Scotia · 24 acres
Hosted by Charyl And Kevin M.
10 Vehicle/Tent sites
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Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Off-leash friendly
Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.
Creature comforts
Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.
Discover a 24-acre haven for off-grid camping in Cheticamp, Nova Scotia, nestled at the foothills of the Cape Breton Highlands National Park and conveniently situated across from the Gypsum Mine. This scenic property features an artisan well providing potable water, strategically located in the expansive 24-acre cleared field at the rear. During the summer months, we operate a hostel on-site, offering access to washroom and shower facilities as needed. This space is ideally suited for off-grid camping enthusiasts who share a like-minded appreciation for nature. Please note that visitors are responsible for their own waste disposal arrangements. If you find this area intriguing, feel free to reach out to Kevin at 902-292-1530 via call or text for more information.Welcome to Accolade, Cape Breton's hidden gem! Pitch your own tent, or drive your RV into the back field. Lots of privacy and an artisan well close for needed water. There are washroom/shower, laundry and kitchen facilities at our hostel, a 3 minute walk to the 24 acre campsite open field. Very secluded and a big fire pit near the hostel building. The Grand Falaise falls are in the National Park, just a 5 minute drive away and the world known Gypsum Mine Lake is across the street from the property.
Vehicle details
Travel trailers, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Pop-up campers, Class A RVs, Class B RVs, Class C RVs, Campervans, and Cars allowed
Vehicles under 32 feet allowed
Pull-in site
Accommodates slideouts
Surface type: Grass or field
Surface levelness: Requires leveling
Generators allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
What to expect
RV/tent site
Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.
8 guests max per site
Campfires allowed
Firewood provided, firepit
Toilet available
Flush toilet
Pets allowed
Off leash
Potable water available
Showers available
Hot water
Bins available
Cooking equipment present
Grill over firepit, bbq, communal, stovetop or hot plate, pizza oven, fridge, freezer, cookware, cooking utensils, cutlery, basic seasoning and oils, sink or other dishwashing station
Picnic table present
Wifi available
Laundry present
Hot Tub absent
No playground

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 AM
Check out: Before 1:00 PM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy: Super Flexible
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Short walk
No wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
2WD accessible
During your trip
Leave it better
Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.
Reviews
73% Recommend15 Ratings · 12 reviews
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Nathan S.
3 reviews
Mixed feelings
· January 2025
Good spot, not for the timid.
16 ft car
Remote spot with cool drive to back field. About an imperial foot of snow was on the ground when we arrived. Almost got the Subaru Outback stuck where the snow was deep, but made it out and back while having fun along the way. The hip camp add advertised showers and a washroom at the Hostel, but after reading the host's response to a another review I discovered the facilities are summertime only. All in all the location was convenient in relation to Cabot Trail. It was nice to have the option of winter camping. I take it the road is usually unmaintained, as that's how we found it, so AWD/4WD and high ground clearance are a MUST to visit this spot in winter.
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Carole C.
2 reviews
Not recommend
· September 2024
15 ft toy hauler · With pets
I cancelled the reservation because there were no services. I wrote to the host about getting a refund, but I am still waiting for a answer.
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Sommer R.
7 months on Hipcamp
Not recommend
· August 2024
Weird spot
Tent · Group trip
It definitely has potential but definitely don’t recommend and the description should tell you that you that you have to drive a over grown path to get anywhere definitely not tenter friendly the grass was so tall couldn’t put a tent anywhere and you also had to pay 10$ to use the bathroom host was super friendly but not worth the money we left and found somewhere else to camp
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Mitch F.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent
What a gorgeous spot! Great views of the Cape Breton highlands, tons of wildflowers and privacy. We loved it.
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Marius B.
8 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent
Kevin was a perfekt Host and we enjoy our stay a lot
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Peter I.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
Super hip camping
28 ft travel trailer
Kevin's camping place was real open and private. It was also super close to the Cabot trail which was handy for us. The pathway to get there was a bit tricky as there were some swampy areas, so make sure not to go off the pathway. The bugs were not the best, but Kevin plans to do more property maintenance in the future will likely help. We didn't utilize the showers or electricity by the (regular, not 30 Amp for our trailer) because we preferred the privacy instead. Much appreciated and worked for us, but maybe not for everyone. Super hip though. Thanks p
Location
Chéticamp, Inverness, Nova Scotia, CanadaTraditional, ancestral territory of Mi’kma’ki and Wabanaki (Dawnland Confederacy) First Nations according to
To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Charyl And Kevin M.

Joined in December 2023

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