
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Sydney
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Explore 50 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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Pet-friendly accommodation
Find 10 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
50 of Sydney holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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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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Modern Ground-Floor Suite - Downtown (Unit 36)
Welcome to this bright, contemporary ground-level suite in downtown Sydney, Nova Scotia. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and ease, the space is ideal for couples, business travelers, or anyone visiting beautiful Cape Breton. Enjoy a convenient location close to everything Sydney offers: • Just minutes from downtown shopping and dining • Near the Sydney waterfront and scenic boardwalk • Close to Cape Breton Regional Hospital • A short drive to the casino, cruise pavilion, and local attractions
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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.
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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.
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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!!!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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BlueJay Haven in Sydney River. $115 Per Night!
Private one bedroom air conditioned suite with full kitchen and laundry facilities located in the heart of beautiful Cape Breton Island. 5 minutes from downtown Sydney, this home away from home, is conveniently located for day trips to the Fortress of Louisbourg, the world renowned Cabot Trail, the Bras d’or Lakes, etc. BlueJay Haven boasts a private entrance with parking as well as a private deck with barbecue. Escape to BlueJay Haven and “Your Heart Will Never Leave”.
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Eagles nest one bedroom walk to harbour front
Welcome to the Eagles Nest. A one bedroom apartment centrally located and close to all amenities including grocery store, laundry mat, restaurants, center 200 (Home of the Eagles Hockey team), liquor store, casino and so much more. Only a min walk to the bus stop that will take you to CBU or anywhere else in the city you may want to go. Visiting family or just visiting ing our beautiful city we are the perfect home away from home. We look forward to hosting you!!!
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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
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Cozy Spot
This is a newly built and centrally located Airbnb located within minutes of the ocean. Equipped with all the amneties of home for a nice stay , 2 bedroom's included and has lots of room including 2 bathrooms with showers in each. There is Tv's in each unit with a couch to relax. Stove & fridge to cook a nice meal. The Cabot Trail is about an hour away. Newfoundland ferry is 15 mins away. There is an adjoining door in the middle that seperates the units.
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Popular amenities for Sydney family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Private House on the Mira River with hot tub
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Waterfront 4 bedroom house with hot tub
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Riverfront Cottage +Priv. Hot Tub/25 min to Sydney
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Peaceful Pines Cottage
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A Hütte Waterfront Grand A-frame
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Spacious, Clean, 3 bedroom apartment.
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East Bay Getaway
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Hummingbird Heights.Cozy fire,best views, hot tub*
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Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

McKye’s Bungalow By the Sea
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Seaside Cabot Trail Retreat
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Greta's Place, 2 Bedrooms with Captivating View
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Robyn’s Nest, where modern meets country
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Point Edward Guesthouse
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Seaside Travel Trailer *breakfast available ($)*
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River Nest Wilderness Cabins-River Nest Cabin #3
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Pat's Place
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Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Baddeck 2 bedroom2 bath Condo-Incredible Lakeview
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The Yellow Door Retreat
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Rita's Retreat: Main House (Indoor pool)
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Lakeview Cozy Cabin
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Macaulay’s Hill Farm
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Baddeck lake view home- near Bell Bay Golf Club
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Scottish Thistle
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Cozy Guest Suite in Alder Point
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| Avg. price | $206 NZD | $207 NZD | $212 NZD | $207 NZD | $211 NZD | $206 NZD | $214 NZD | $229 NZD | $212 NZD | $209 NZD | $202 NZD | $206 NZD |
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