Enjoy the bright, spacious feel of this historical (1837), fully renovated country home when you stay at the Acadian Home vacation house. Situated on an acre of property with both mature trees and large lawn area, prepare to unwind as you breathe in the clean ocean air from the nearby St. Mary’s Bay. Not only is the ocean close by but the stars in the night sky will seem to be within reach. Can you pick out the constellations? Relax by a fire at our fire pit where you may hear owls nearby or coyotes howl in the distance. During the day, enjoy the song of Warblers, Kinglets and other songbirds.
But that’s just what nature has given us, what about inside? Acadian Home was a house built for large families, where you’ll enjoy the front living room for your morning coffee, or conversation space where as much natural light as you’d like along with sufficient lamps for your cozy evenings indoors. The country kitchen, with an enviable amount of both counter space, cupboards, and dining area, comes fully equipped for any meals you decide to make. A BBQ is also conveniently located on the deck just outside of the kitchen with a patio table where you can dine el fresco if you choose.
We’re rural but don’t worry, you’ll still have access to high speed internet to stay connected and entertained. Our 42 inch Roku Smart tv is available for you to stream your favourite shows on from any of your streaming channels.
When bedtime arrives, you’ll have your choice of three+ bedrooms. The primary bedroom comes with a full-sized closet and a comfy double bed; the second bedroom with a queen bed and dresser; and the third bedroom with a twin bed and dresser. For any additional guests, you can use the comfortable double air mattress, complete with an electric air pump and an extra space for privacy! Roughing it never felt so good!
There are 2 full bathrooms located in the Acadian Home – one on each level. Bathe or shower in the main floor bathroom while upstairs you’ll enjoy using the soaker tub, complete with epsom salts and candles to allow you to unwind and relax after a day out exploring.
In house washing machine and dryer with the laundry necessities are at your finger tips. Guest of the Acadian Home are welcome to use the two car garage to store your vehicle and any other fun stuff you bring.
As we are new on the scene, we have more rooms that have yet to be outfitted. Want to maintain your yoga routine – bring your mat, we’ve got a room for that. Kids, play room? You bet – on the second floor a pint sized room ready for block building, game playing or reading.
Things to do nearby
Explore the immediate area on foot, including Little Brook, Lake Innocent and nearby ponds – perhaps you’ll glimpse the beaver.
Area Activities and Attractions with approximate drive times
Le Petit Bois hiking trails leading to St. Mary’s Bay and St. Anne University – 7 minutes
Marvel at the size and beauty of North America’s largest wooden church in Church Point, Saint-Marie Church / Église Sainte-Marie – 7 minutes
Wentworth Municipal Park’s imaginative nature space – including hammocks, children’s play areas, and trails, with an inland lake popular for fishing, kayaking/canoeing and swimming – 15 minutes
Smuggler’s Cove Provincial Park – 15 minutes
Town of Weymouth and the Sissiboo River – 15 minutes
Mavillette Beach Provincial Park and Cape St. Mary’s – 25 minutes
Towns of Yarmouth, Digby and Bear River – 35 minutes
Whale Watching
Digby Neck, Long Island and Brier Island offer some of the best whale watching in Eastern Canada and guests of The Acadian Country Home have lots of choice when it comes to whale watching operators. The exciting Ocean Exploration Zodiac Whale Cruises describe themselves as ‘Nova Scotia’s most exciting and popular whale/sea bird cruises!’ We’ve done the cruise and were delighted to see whales, along with harbour porpoises and birds.
Kejimkujik National Park
Kejimkujik (or Keji for short!) features abundant lakes and rivers ideal for canoeing. The lush woodlands and rolling landscape are home to a variety of wildlife and visitors may enjoy historic canoe routes including portages as well as many beautiful hiking trails. Parks Canada says that Kejimkujik provides the best canoeing country in Nova Scotia. You don’t have to be an experienced canoe handler to enjoy the quiet lakes and gently flowing rivers as guided canoe outings are given throughout the summer by park interpreters. This is also an ideal place for first time canoers or children to learn how to pilot these vessels. Cyclists may use their own bikes or rent one and then enjoy the 5 multi purpose trails in the park. For those that prefer the security of their own two feet, Keji offers a trail for everyone.
Festivals and Other Area Activities
Largest annual gathering of Acadians each late July/early August
Gran Fondo Bike Race is held every second year in September
St. Anne University
Blues Festival
Belliveau Cove Saturday Farmers’ Market
Lots of local musical talent to sample
hunting and fishing
And, of course…. this area is famous for it’s fresh seafood! Whether you want to treat yourself at one of the local restaurants or buy it fresh at the nearby fishery and cook at “home”, the choices are many.
Located close to two ferries that connect Southwest Nova Scotia to New Brunswick and to the state of Maine, USA
Year-round ferry traveling between Digby, NS and St. John, NB – 35 minute drive
Seasonal high-speed ferry traveling between Yarmouth, NS to Bar Harbor, Maine, USA – 35 minutes drive
