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About this property
This Baddeck, Cape Breton Island property is just 1640 feet from Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site. An on-site dining room and rooms with private bathrooms are featured. Each guest room at Telegraph House is styled with antique décor and furnishings. The property also offers modern conveniences including cable TV and free wireless internet access in common areas. The dining room at Telegraph Motel serves dinner. The menu features seafood specialties and popular desserts. Live entertainers perform traditional Cape Breton Celtic music on some evenings. Bell Bay Golf Course is 2.1 miles from Telegraph. Baddeck Harbor is within 1969 feet.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Patricia
United States
“Great location near all the shopping and restaurants.” - Greg
Canada
“Location was excellent for walking. The restaurant was refined and the food was excellent.” - Jacquie
Canada
“Room was clean and cozy. We had a delicious turkey dinner at the Cable Room for our Thanksgiving stay. Our waitress was delightful.” - Kent
Canada
“nice location, excellent staff over the top service” - Ben
United States
“Good location in Baddeck. Great restaurant, sadly not serving breakfasts, but the Village People Roasters opposite were fantastic.” - Cindy
Canada
“Sweet little motel room with a deck area. We were in room 27, and it met our needs. Plus, the restaurant in the Telegraph Inn is excellent.” - Cullen
Canada
“Excellent facility, very clean, staff friendly. Dinner was superb.” - Moran
United States
“The staff was extremely helpful. Lots of local information The room was very comfortable.It was a very pleasant experience” - Sarah
United Kingdom
“Very friendly, warm welcome. All very spotlessly clean. Characterful property with well displayed information about the history of the house and its owners. We didn't get to eat in the dining room due to our timing & other activities, but can...” - Charlotte
Canada
“Location was ideal. Rooms were clean, bright and comfy. Beds were cozy. Price was reasonable.”
Area info
Restaurants
- The cable Room
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceTraditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
License number: STR2526T3403