
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Sydney
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Sydney holiday rentals start at $84 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
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Wi-Fi availability
50 of Sydney holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Sydney rentals

4.7 Average rating
Sydney stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Sydney
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Isles Cape • Private• Hot Tub• Fire Table• BBQ
Welcome to Isles Cape ✨ The entire home is yours to enjoy! Escape to a thoughtfully designed, modern getaway where comfort meets simplicity. This private, single-level home features 2 spacious bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, conveniently located between Sydney and Glace Bay. Whether you’re visiting for work, family getaway, or a Cape Breton adventure, you’ll find everything you need for a relaxing, comfortable, and memorable stay—complete with a private backyard patio to unwind after exploring.

Seaside Hideaway; sleeps 10, 2 mins to the beach
Soak up modern charm of this renovated basement fully converted into a 5 bdrm with 5 queen beds & 1 large bthrm w/ double vanity only 2 mins to the beach. It boasts large living room & huge kitchen. Although it is a basement, there are a few stairs to access the space, yet the entrances & hallways are more than 5' wide. Each bdrm has large window & black out blinds. The space is equipped with Geothermal for heating & cooling. Children and pets are welcome but please be respectful of space.

Cape Breton’s Shoreline Point
Waterfront Apartment Nestled in a Restored Barn with Breathtaking Views. Enjoy a Maritime experience, walk along the shoreline. Catch the Sunsets. Enjoy the local cuisine. Private 2 bedroom suite in a restored barn, sleeps 6. Perched on the St. Andrew’s Channel leading to the Brasd’Or Lakes and to the Atlantic Ocean. Just steps from a working Maritime Warf that will offer you a front row seat to watch the local fishermen. Centrally located. Minutes from the Trans-Canada Highway and NFLD Ferry.

The Treetop Loft on George St
Welcome to the Treetop Loft on George in the heart of downtown Sydney. Park in our 24/7 monitored, gated lot. A short walk to local coffee & parks. Around the corner from Charlotte St & across the street from the Sydney Curling club. Close to Sydney Waterfront, C200, restaurants, night life, hospital and all amenities. Fully equipped kitchen, A/C in summer, cozy hot water rad heat, newly renovated. Wifi, Netflix, Disney+, smart tv, charging tables & more... NO PETS ALLOWED NOT EVEN TO VISIT!!!

Spacious 2 Bedroom Apartment in Quiet Neighborhood
Welcome to Beaumont! Our spacious 2-bedroom, 1 full bathroom apartment is found in a quiet, desirable subdivision of Sydney River. Designed to be bright and airy with vintage touches, you will forget you are in a basement! Having all the amenities of home, our apartment is equipped with a complete kitchen, dining area, even a full washer and dryer. Our apartment is situated with easy highway access and is a short five-minute drive to downtown Sydney and a 45 minute drive to the Cabot Trail.

Private, Modern Cape Cod Loft
Welcome to our newly-renovated, private one-bedroom suite in Sydney. Located close to Cape Breton University (5 minutes), the Airport (8 minutes) and downtown Sydney (12 minutes). This space has a 4-piece bathroom, 1 bedroom with queen bed, living room, and a full kitchen with sink, fridge, stove, and island seating for two. Features include TV with cable, WiFi, Keurig coffee maker, toaster, kettle, and over-the-range microwave. Contactless check-in with keypad entry through private door.

Beautiful home in the heart of Sydney
The home is located in the heart of Sydney and is full of character. The house is a block away from beautiful Wentworth Park. Downtown Sydney is within walking distance. The home has five bedrooms and plenty of space. Each of the three levels has a bathroom. There is a large deck in the backyard with a new BBQ. The kitchen contains all you need to cook meals. The home is decorated with antiques and historic pictures of Sydney. There are games, TV and internet to keep you entertained!

Comfie Place
This is a centrally located Airbnb located just minutes from the ocean. The Fortress of Louisbourg is just 30 mins away. The Cabot Trail is not far away with great beaches and epic scenery. Newfoundland ferry is 15 mins away. Comfie place is an open concept 1 bedroom unit plus a roll away cot for 3rd guest. Washer & dryer included. The queen size bed is extremely comfie with a nice duvet. Wireless internet & bell cable tv . m. Patio & firepit in backyard during summer.

Boutique Tiny Home • Stay in the Bay (Verified)
This accommodation is intended for individuals and families who need a comfortable, practical place to stay while being close to loved ones in Glace Bay. It is designed to support short-term and extended stays where proximity, convenience, and a calm environment matter most. Located within walking distance of essential services in Glace Bay, the unit provides easy access to day-to-day necessities without the need for extensive travel.Registration: STR2425D8850

Private House on the Mira River with hot tub
Welcome to our 9 acre private lot sitting up on a hill over looking the beautiful Mira River. Enjoy the open concept cottage with spacious bedrooms and large kitchen. A short walk down the hill takes you to your own private beach on the Mira River to swim in the day and enjoy a bon fire at night. The spacious deck has a large hot tub and chairs to enjoy the views. The property also has its own 1km hiking trail that circles the property.

1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Sydney (Unit 60)
Beautiful upstairs one bedroom apartment in downtown Sydney. A small kitchen with a table for two flows right into the living room where A wall mounted tv. Queen bed, bathroom and walk in closet with laundry facilities. Located in the heart of downtown Sydney with lots of attractions, restaurants, gyms, and as grocery stores within walking distance. There is parking available for one vehicle onsite. The unit has air conditioning.

Beautiful Batchelor walk to harbour front
Welcome to the Orchid Oasis, a stylishly renovated bachelor apartment that is centrally located and conveniently close to a variety of amenities, including grocery stores, laundromats, restaurants, the arena, liquor stores, and the casino, among others. You’ll also find that the bus stop is just a minute's walk away, providing easy access to Cape Breton University (CBU) and other destinations throughout the city.
Popular amenities for Sydney family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Private Bras d’Or lakehouse - dock, hot tub, SUPs

Riverfront Cottage +Priv. Hot Tub/25 min to Sydney

Sunset Lodge

East Bay Getaway

Spacious, Clean, 3 bedroom apartment.

Waterfront 4 bedroom house with hot tub

The Anchorage on the Bras d'Or

Private Hot Tub, Lake View, Golf/Ski Retreat
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

MacLeod Cove: secluded cottage with private shore

McKye’s Bungalow By the Sea

Beaver Cove Beach House

Greta's Place, 2 Bedrooms with Captivating View

Robyn’s Nest, where modern meets country

River Nest Wilderness Cabins-River Nest Cabin #3

Scenic Lakefront Apartment on Bras D'or Lakes

Pat's Place
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Baddeck Bay Getaway

The Yellow Door Retreat

Rita's Retreat: Main House (Indoor pool)

Rita's Retreat: Rita's Suite (indoor pool)

Rita’s Retreat: Bachelor Suite (Indoor pool)

Baddeck lake view home- near Bell Bay Golf Club

Baddeck 2 bedroom2 bath Condo-Incredible Lakeview

Macaulay’s Hill Farm
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