Take yourself on a getaway to the heart of Nova Scotia’s farming country to this one-of-a-kind culinary destination. This renovated historic building features a charming 4-star inn and many on-site amenities for guests to enjoy, including an award-winning licensed Cafe, stunning cookery school, art gallery, gourmet food shop and used book store.
We are located just an hour from Halifax, Truro, Chester, and the Annapolis Valley, where rural Nova Scotia meets the Bay of Fundy. Guests looking for outdoor activities will be delighted with the hiking and snowshoeing trails around the Avondale Loop and Irishman’s Road Recreation Site or the West Hants swimming quarry. Local attractions include Burntcoat Head Park (site of the world’s highest recorded tides), Avondale Sky Winery, Meander River Farm & Brewery, the Walton Lighthouse, the Cheverie Marsh Trail and Avondale Heritage Museum.
Our Inn Our Inn’s five charming guest rooms have been fully updated and are well-appointed. Each room features an ensuite washroom and beautiful linens. Guest amenities include a shared Common Room lounge, a cozy area in our bookstore with wood stove, and private Inn entrance.
All of our guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning and have access to free wireless internet and hair dryers. We offer family-friendly accommodations including:
Room 1 has a 4-piece bath and a king bed.
Rooms 2 & 3 each have a queen bed and a 3-piece (shower, room 2) or 4-piece (room 3) bathroom. Rooms 2 & 3 also share a second-floor deck.
Room 4 has a king bed and a 4-piece bath.
Room 5 is our largest room with a king bed, seating area and a 4-piece bath with a walk-in shower and soaker tub. There is also a double pullout in, available at an additional fee, which allows for a third adult or young children to stay as well.
Our room rates change seasonally and are published on our website. Your accommodations include a fresh, made-to-order hot breakfast served in our dining room. Major credit cards and debit are accepted. The Flying Apron is open year-round; in the warmer seasons you can enjoy a walk around our gardens or enjoy our licensed patio.
Our Café At The Flying Apron, We do Local! Our café opens each morning with a pastry case full of house-made treats and pastries as well as fresh baked breads and more. Our menu changes daily to feature the season’s best local ingredients and it’s not uncommon to see producers walk through the front door with baskets of produce fresh from the field. Pair your meal with a glass of Nova Scotia’s best wine, cider or local craft beer and don’t forget to try one of our decadent house-made desserts, perfect with a latte or cappuccino.
Our café is open year round, Thursday through Sunday from 9am-4pm; daily changing Cafe menu starts at 11am. We happily accommodate gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan diets for our guests.
Gourmet Food Shop
At our on-site gourmet food shop, you’ll find our own jarred products, frozen prepared meals, fresh baked bread and pastries daily as well as local produce and meat, cheese and many other local products.
Our Cookery School We offer a variety of classes in our beautiful cooking school kitchen. Classes are taught by our Chef, Chris Velden. Chef Chris has been cooking and teaching for more than 40 years across Canada and the United States and in his home country of Germany. As a Certified European Master Chef and Culinary Instructor, his expert qualifications match his passion for teaching. Chris loves to provide culinary education to the food-inspired public at The Flying Apron Cookery School.
We offer accommodation packages and culinary getaway packages that include cooking classes, farm tours, and more. Our property is the perfect location for a private getaway or group retreat. Contact us to discuss options for your family gathering, corporate event or bachelor/bachelorette group. We offer group packages including accommodations, catering, venue rental, cooking classes, meals and more.
“You don’t have to travel to Tuscany for an amazing culinary experience; it’s all available at The Flying Apron.” ~ Nicole Robinson, host of Nova Scotia’s BEST
Accolades include:
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016–2024
Restaurant Association of Nova Scotia – Local Hero Award Winner 2023
50 Best Places to Eat 2020/2021/2023 – Curated Guide
Divert NS – Named Environmental Champions 2021
25 Best Places to Eat 2019 – Curated Guide
Taste of Nova Scotia 2017 Culinary Ambassadors of the Year
Taste of Nova Scotia 2015 Prestige Award Winner – Restaurant of the Year
Food & Drink • Hands-on Learning 
Food & Drink • Hands-on Learning 
