We had a wonderful week in Green Gables. The house is exactly as it's pictured. It is old, but very solid. The stairs don't creak, the plumbing is excellent, and it is impeccably clean and tidy. We have stayed in many places that are only a few years old and many of them lack any kind of character at all. This place has loads of character and everything works like a charm. The setting great. It is secluded without feeling like you are completely cut off from the world. There are neighbours across the road at the end of the long driveway, and Baddeck is a short drive away. There are great beaches both nearby and a little further afield. We loved both Big Pond beach on Bras D'or and the one at West Mabou. Kidston beach, also very nice, is a short ferry ride from the town dock, but dogs are not allowed on the ferry or on the island. There are many things to see and do in Baddeck if you decide to explore the town. The Alexander Graham Bell museum is awesome, there is a theatre company, ceilidhs are held in a few locations and archery a few nights a week at the curling club. Our kids loved the archery. Our fifteen year old said that the key to a good vacation for him is good WiFi. Green Gables has it, and he used it - a lot!