Chimney Corner, not a village, but perhaps a state of mind, engendered by a
first-class beach and cove. There's safe swimming and lots of
shallow water. There's also a nice hike across to the point, where
you'll find an old shed and winch, which pulled fishing boats out of
the water; lobster and fishing boats plied their trade here years
ago.
The beach itself is located about 5 kilometres south of Whale
Cove. Bald eagles perch on the point. You'll know you're near the
beach access road when you see a cute shop and pond (another
location of Cape Breton Clay pottery, which also offers photographs
of the area); the road is just a short hop south of the pottery
shop; look for a powder-blue bungalow on the ocean side of #219,
with a paved driveway (the only one in the area) on the corner of
the gravel road. Follow the road to the ocean, and there's lots of
parking in a grassy lot by the beach. There's also a B&B with ocean
views nearby