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Telegraph House

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel in Baddeck with free parking

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Exterior
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Lake View
Standard Room, Multiple Beds
Property grounds
Dinner served

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

Explore the area

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479 Chebucto Street, Baddeck, NS, B0E 1B0
  • Place, Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kidston Island Lighthouse

Room options

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
  • 28 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 2 Single Beds

Room, 2 Single Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Sea View

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Sea View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Lake View

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Baddeck

At Telegraph House you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall and Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, The Cable Room, is open for dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a terrace. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Baddeck hotel include Kidston Island Beach Ferry and Bras d'Or Lake.

What's nearby

  • Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kidston Island Beach Ferry - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bell Bay Golf Club - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tom's Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Freight Shed - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Red Barn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Freight Shed At The Terrace - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Telegraph House

Victorian hotel in Baddeck with free parking
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Victorian Baddeck hotel is smoke free.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1860
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Telegraph House offers 31 accommodations with free toiletries and a ceiling fan. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. LCD televisions come with cable channels. This Baddeck hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Cable Room

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Built in 1860
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03141515326303161-479

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Telegraph House?

Telegraph House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Telegraph House?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Telegraph House on 9 Nov 2025 start from NZ$228.71, 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 parking available at Telegraph House?

Yep, Telegraph House has a free self car park.

Does Telegraph House have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at Telegraph House, but Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre is a short 4-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Telegraph House?

No, Telegraph House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Telegraph House?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Telegraph House's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Telegraph House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Telegraph House?

No, pets are not allowed.