Telegraph House & Motel

Telegraph House & Motel Historical inn & motel in Baddeck, NS since 1861. Home to The Cable Room - our fine dining, farm-to-table, gluten-free restaurant.

Owned and operated by 5th-generation innkeeper Shawn Dunlop. We look forward to welcoming you.

If you’ve been to the Cable Room this season, you might’ve already noticed this new addition to the menu.Scallop Risotto...
09/01/2026

If you’ve been to the Cable Room this season, you might’ve already noticed this new addition to the menu.

Scallop Risotto

Seared and lightly smoked scallops layered with bacon and leek risotto, finished with our house-made roasted red pepper sauce.

A dish that brings together rich, savoury flavours with the delicate sweetness of scallops, all finished with that roasted red pepper sauce.



Cable Room Restaurant • Telegraph House • Baddeck Nova Scotia • Cape Breton • fine dining • farm to table • gluten free • scallop risotto • seared scallops • house cured bacon

A special worth making a dinner reservation for.Chef Jeff MacKenzie’s Halibut Piccata begins with fresh halibut, careful...
08/30/2026

A special worth making a dinner reservation for.

Chef Jeff MacKenzie’s Halibut Piccata begins with fresh halibut, carefully hand-cut into individual portions in the Cable Room kitchen. It’s lightly prepared and finished with a Lemon Caper sauce, bringing just the right balance of richness, brightness and acidity to the delicate fish.

Alongside it: creamy scalloped potatoes and seasonal vegetables, making for a beautifully composed plate that feels indulgent without overwhelming the star of the dish.

This is the kind of special we love putting on the menu. Thoughtful, seasonal and centred around a beautiful ingredient, with each element prepared to complement the next.

If Halibut Piccata sounds like your kind of dinner, we’d suggest coming in sooner rather than later!



Telegraph House • Cable Room Restaurant • Baddeck dining • Cape Breton dining • fine dining • farm to table • gluten free

Chef’s exclusive feature for the next couple of nights!Fresh Halibut Piccata:Indulge in a delicate, perfectly seared hal...
08/29/2026

Chef’s exclusive feature for the next couple of nights!

Fresh Halibut Piccata:
Indulge in a delicate, perfectly seared halibut fillet finished with a classic, tangy lemon caper sauce.

This premium dinner feature is on the menu for the next couple of nights only. Book your table now to experience this limited-time special!



Telegraph House • Cable Room Restaurant • Baddeck Nova Scotia • Cape Breton dining • Cabot Trail • farm to table • gluten free • local seafood • Cape Breton restaurant • Baddeck dining

Meet Noor, part of the team behind the scenes at the Cable Room.As one of our prep cooks, Noor helps bring care and atte...
08/29/2026

Meet Noor, part of the team behind the scenes at the Cable Room.

As one of our prep cooks, Noor helps bring care and attention to the dishes that make their way to your table. Her recommendation? One of our guest favourites: the Crab Cakes.

Featuring locally sourced snow crab from Cape Breton waters, paired with our house-made lemon-herb aioli and a fresh Field of Greens salad.

A taste of Cape Breton, prepared with care. We hope you’ll give Noor’s favourite a try on your next visit.



Telegraph House • Cable Room Restaurant • Baddeck Nova Scotia • Cape Breton dining • Cabot Trail • farm to table • gluten free • local seafood • Cape Breton restaurant • Baddeck dining

Great Beginnings…The first course sets the tone for the evening. Explore our “Great Beginnings”, featuring locally sourc...
08/27/2026

Great Beginnings…

The first course sets the tone for the evening. Explore our “Great Beginnings”, featuring locally sourced ingredients and seasonal flavours from the Cable Room kitchen.

Field of Greens
Locally sourced mixed greens paired with the season’s freshest fruits and vegetables, finished with maple-glazed walnuts and our house-made dressing.

Crab Cakes
One of our guest favourites, featuring locally sourced snow crab from Cape Breton waters, served with house-made lemon-herb aioli and a side of our Field of Greens salad.

Lobster Salad
Grilled half-tail lobster, finished with citrus dressing, saffron mayo, garlic scapes pesto and mixed greens.

Soup Divine
Chef Chris’ seasonal house-made soup, served with an oven-toasted brioche biscuit.

Scallops
A trio of lightly smoked, pan-seared sea scallops served over our house-made roasted red pepper sauce with Chef Chris’ house-cured bacon.

A few of our favourite ways to begin an evening at the Cable Room.



Telegraph House • Cable Room Restaurant • Baddeck dining • Cape Breton dining • farm to table • gluten free • locally sourced • fine dining

A quick update from tonight, August 26th: due to the power outage in Baddeck, the Cable Room had to close early at 7:30p...
08/26/2026

A quick update from tonight, August 26th: due to the power outage in Baddeck, the Cable Room had to close early at 7:30pm.

We’re sorry for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding! We’ll be back tomorrow. 🤍

A little piece of history at the Telegraph House ✨Over the years, the Telegraph House has welcomed some truly remarkable...
08/25/2026

A little piece of history at the Telegraph House ✨

Over the years, the Telegraph House has welcomed some truly remarkable guests, including royalty and some of the most notable figures connected to Baddeck’s history.

📍 Alexander Graham Bell & Mabel Bell | 1885

Alexander Graham Bell and his wife, Mabel, first visited Baddeck in 1885 and stayed at the Telegraph House. Bell fell in love with the area and later established his summer home, Beinn Bhreagh, overlooking the Bras d’Or Lake. His connection to Baddeck would become an important part of the community’s history.

👑 Prince Michael of Kent | 1984

On February 23, 1984, His Royal Highness Prince Michael of Kent visited Baddeck for the 75th anniversary of the Silver Dart’s historic flight. During his visit, he dined at the Telegraph House and signed the guest registry, leaving his own mark in the hotel’s history.

🇯🇵 Prince & Princess Takamado of Japan | 1992

On May 25, 1992, Their Imperial Highnesses Prince and Princess Takamado visited Baddeck and the Alexander Graham Bell Museum. During their visit, the royal couple also dined at the Telegraph House. The photograph from that day captures the couple speaking with reporters during their visit.

Three incredible moments in history, all connected to one very special place.

The Telegraph House has been welcoming guests since 1861, and its walls hold more stories than you might expect.

And these are just a few of them. 🏛️

Sticky Toffee Pudding 🤎A Telegraph House favourite for a reason. Our moist sponge cake is infused with Louisbourg rum, t...
08/24/2026

Sticky Toffee Pudding 🤎

A Telegraph House favourite for a reason. Our moist sponge cake is infused with Louisbourg rum, then finished with warm house-made toffee walnut sauce. Rich, cozy, and the perfect way to end your meal at the Cable Room.

A little sweet, a little indulgent, and very hard to share.



Telegraph House • Cable Room Restaurant • Baddeck dining • Cape Breton dining • Cabot Trail restaurant • Nova Scotia dessert • sticky toffee pudding • farm to table • gluten free • local dining • Baddeck restaurant

Good food, good drinks, and an evening worth lingering over.The Cable Room is open for dinner, serving seasonal farm-to-...
08/22/2026

Good food, good drinks, and an evening worth lingering over.

The Cable Room is open for dinner, serving seasonal farm-to-table dishes in our 100% gluten-free, casual fine dining restaurant.

🕘 5:00PM - 8:30PM



Telegraph House • Cable Room Restaurant • Baddeck • Cape Breton • 100% Gluten Free • Farm to Table • Casual Fine Dining • Seasonal Dining • Local Ingredients • Cape Breton Dining

Raina’s pick from the Cable Room menu: our Lobster Risotto.Rich and creamy risotto simmered in white wine, finished with...
08/20/2026

Raina’s pick from the Cable Room menu: our Lobster Risotto.

Rich and creamy risotto simmered in white wine, finished with lobster and seasonal vegetables. A comforting dish with plenty of Cape Breton flavour.

Raina is one of the newest members of our kitchen team, training with our prep and line cooks and getting to know the dishes that come out of the Cable Room each evening.

If you’re looking for a recommendation, we think she’s chosen well!



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479 Chebucto Street
Baddeck, NS
B0E1B0

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