Listings (Page 18)
Peck’s Cottages and Riverdale RV Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pecks-cottages-riverdale-rv-park/
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- Listing type tax: 3, 5
- Accommodation type: Cabin/Cottage
- Campground type: Privately Owned
- Tara registration num: STR2627T0260
- Region: Cape Breton Island
- Street address: 2 Wolfe Street (cottages) & 9 Riverdale Street (RV Park entrance)
- Postal code: B1C 2J2
- City: 485, Louisbourg
- General area: 48, Louisbourg Area
- Latitude: 45.916465
- Longitude: -59.981031
- Phone: 902-537-2538
- Toll free: 888-324-0226
- Email: peckscottages@gmail.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Make us your home away from home on Cape Breton Island! Let Peck’s Cottages and Riverdale RV Park make your stay in Louisbourg a comfortable one.
Peck’s Cottages
Open year-round, each of our seven, two-bedroom housekeeping cottages has a double bed in each bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with all necessary cookware, dishes and utensils, a combined living room and dining room area with cable TV, WiFi high-speed internet, and a full bathroom. No pets and no smoking permitted in the cottages.
Cottage rates (2025)
$160/night per couple. Additional person is $10 per night. Maximum 4 people per cottage.
Riverdale RV Park
From May to October, experience Louisbourg’s only RV campground, located in the heart of the town. Each of our level RV sites has 3-way hookups (30 amp) and we are big rig friendly! Unserviced sites/tent sites are available.
We pride ourselves in having the cleanest washroom and laundry facilities! Campground amenities include washroom and shower facilities, water available on site, free WiFi, and an onsite office. Pets are allowed in the campground.
Campground Rates (2025)
Unserviced/Tent sites: $26/night + HST
Serviced sites: $39/night + HST
Laundry facilities are conveniently located between the Riverdale RV Park and Peck’s Cottages and guests of both properties have access to it.
Area Activities
We are located close to walking trails, including the Louisbourg waterfront boardwalk and Louisbourg Lighthouse Trail and we are just a five-minute drive to multiple Louisbourg restaurants, shops, and attractions, including Louisbourg Playhouse theatre and the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Open start date: May 1, 2025
- Open end date: October 31, 2025
- Hours of Operation: Cottages are open year-round; RV campground is open May to October.
- Low rate: 26
- High rate: 160
- Extra person rate: 10
- Rate period: Per Night
- Payment types: American Express, MasterCard, Visa
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- Accommodation common amenities: Kitchen/Kitchenette, TV (Cable/Sat TV/Smart)
- Onsite amenities: Parking, WiFi
- Campground amenity: Electrical Hook-Up, Flush Toilets, Laundromat, Pull-Through Sites, Sewage Hook-Up, Showers, Unserviced Sites, Water Hook-Up
- Pets policy: Pets not allowed, Pets welcome
- Number of units: 7
- Online booking:
- Business: Peck's Cottages and Riverdale RV Park
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.pecksandriverdale.com/
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.4
- Primary contact: 160
- Num short term campground units: 43
Pedal & Sea Adventures
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pedal-sea-adventures/
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- Listing type tax: 9
- Tours outdoors: Cycling & Mountain Biking
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 8384 St Margaret’s Bay Road
- Postal code: B0J 1B0
- City: 86, Black Point
- General area: 84, St. Margaret's Bay Area
- Latitude: 44.648195
- Longitude: -64.000795
- Phone: 902-858-3030
- Toll free: 877-777-5699
- Email: info@pedalandseaadventures.com
- Contact details: Phone, Toll Free, Email
- Description: Pedal and Sea Adventures is a friendly travel company offering guided and self-guided bicycle tours for cyclists and outdoor adventurers looking to explore Nova Scotia. We run tours in Cape Breton’s Cabot Trail, the Coastal South Shore, and Lunenburg.
We are a proud member of the Nova Scotia Adventure Tourism Association. Visa and MasterCard are accepted.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Payment types: MasterCard, Visa
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- Business: Pedal & Sea Adventures
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.pedalandseaadventures.com
- Guided tour: 1
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.9
- Primary contact: 815
Peer Gallery
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/peer-gallery/
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- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Artisans, Shops & Galleries
- Artisan gallery type: Artisan Shops & Galleries
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 166 Lincoln Street
- Postal code: B0J 2C0
- City: 507, Lunenburg
- Latitude: 44.377601
- Longitude: -64.312543
- Phone: 902-640-3131
- Email: peerartgallery@gmail.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Peer Gallery is an artists’ co-operative gallery, formed January, 2001. The gallery is worth a special trip to the town of Lunenburg and to Nova Scotia’s South Shore.
Located in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Peer emphasizes a diversity in contemporary art viewing.
Abstraction and figurative themes in painting, drawing, mixed media, fused glass work, wood turning, original prints are some of the forms of artistic expression shown.
Exhibitions change monthly and in May and October the gallery features members’ focus shows.
Peer Gallery was honoured by the Province of Nova Scotia in 2013 for its cultural importance to Lunenburg County.
Peer Gallery Member Artists:
Douglas Boutilier
Joan Bruneau
Jacqueline Cohen
Anke Holm
Susan Hudson
Barbara McLean
Carol Morrow
David Pember
Michael Peters
Craig Rubadoux
Heather Sayeau
Allyson Simmie
Anne Tweed
Tom Ward
Sally Warren
- Period of operation: Open seasonally
- Months open seasonally: July, August, September, October, November, December
- Hours of Operation: Open April-December, see website for hours.
- Payment types: Debit cards, MasterCard, Visa
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- Facebook: https://facebook.com/peer-gallery-of-contemporary-art-111713645538116
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/peergallerylunenburg
- Business: Peer Gallery
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.peer-gallery.com
- Notes:
- General area: 49, Lunenburg Area
- Google rating: 5
- Primary contact: 1528
Peggy’s Cove Boat Tours
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/peggys-cove-boat-tours/
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- Listing type tax: 9
- Tours outdoors: Boating & Sailing, Sport Fishing
- Boating sailing type: Boat Tour, Sailing Charter/Instruction
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: Government Wharf, 149 Peggy's Point Road
- City: 661, Peggy’s Cove
- Latitude: 44.49277
- Longitude: -63.9175
- Phone: 902-541-9177
- Email: info@peggyscoveboattours.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Welcome to Peggy’s Cove Boat Tours – located in Atlantic Canada’s #1 tourist destination! Established in 1999, we began entertaining our customers with Lobster Cruises in Lunenburg, N.S. in 2002 and have been cruising Atlantic Canada ever since. We are the exclusive boat tour operator in Peggy’s Cove and offer our guests an adventure each time the boat leaves the wharf.
Our professional crew are knowledgeable with local points of interest and enjoy entertaining our guests with marine life expertise, folklore and amusing tales of days gone by. We’ll make every effort to accommodate your schedule and requirements. Our mission is to offer all our guests the ultimate maritime experience.
Our boat, the Olivia Margaret, is a 42-foot Northumberland Twin-Engine Transport Canada approved for 20 passengers equipped with all the latest navigation and safety equipment to provide you with a safe and enjoyable tour. We do have a head (washroom) on board! Rain, shine, or fog, we will do our best to make your tour with us the highlight of your vacation.
Our tours include:
Sightseeing & Marine Life (June 15 to August 30): daily departures at 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm, 3:30 pm
Puffin, Bird & Seal Watching (June 15 to August 6): daily departures at 9:30 am
Bird Watching & Photography with Jason Dain, Local Naturalist (July 8 to August 5): Saturdays at 7:00 am
Deep Sea Fishing (June 15 to October 15): daily departures at 7:00 am
Lighthouse Tour (September & October: daily departures every ½ hour from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sunset Tours (June 15 to September 30): daily departures at sunset
Private Chartered Tours
Our scheduled tours are also available for Private Charter so that we may accommodate your specific requirements and schedule. We’ve hosted many private parties and special events, please contact us for more information. Our tours are only limited by your imagination! We can board up to 20 people and are available for short or long durations. Our experienced crew is certified to provide you with the best cruising experience possible in historic Atlantic Canada.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: June 15, 2025
- Open end date: October 15, 2025
- Payment types: American Express, MasterCard, Visa
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- Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/peggyscoveboattours
- Business: Peggys Cove Boat Tours
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.peggyscoveboattours.com
- Guided tour: 1
- Notes:
- General area: 66, Peggy's Cove Area
- Google rating: 3.9
- Primary contact: 1621
- Campaign category: 71
Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse and Village
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/peggys-cove-lighthouse-and-village/
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- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Lighthouse
- Eat drink type: Restaurant
- Region: South Shore
- City: 661, Peggy’s Cove
- General area: 66, Peggy's Cove Area
- Latitude: 44.49745
- Longitude: -63.91507
- Description: Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse, also known as Peggy’s Point Lighthouse, is one of Nova Scotia’s most well-known lighthouses and is considered to be the most photographed lighthouse in Canada. Located in the quaint fishing village of Peggy’s Cove along the South Shore, Peggy’s Point Lighthouse was built in 1915.
Famed for its picturesque and typically East-Coast profile, with houses perched along a narrow inlet central to an active fishing community bordered by wave-washed boulders facing the Atlantic, many residents of Peggy’s Cove are from families that have resided in the village for generations. The community is not parkland and we ask that visitors respect the private property of residents.
Surrounding the village of Peggy’s Cove is the Peggy’s Cove Preservation Area, 1,000 acres of protected land with a sensitive eco-system. We encourage everyone to stay on existing trails while exploring to prevent damaging the delicate plant life.
Spend the day watching the waves and exploring around the rocks. Visitors are reminded to exercise caution at all times, as the ocean water around Peggy’s cove is dangerous. Rogue waves (unpredictable, rough waves) commonly splash up over the rocks, even on calm, sunny days. Stay off the wet, dark rocks and do not swim. The safest way to enjoy the view is to make sure you are walking on dry, white rocks. Learn more about safety at Peggy’s Cove and how to stay #SafeOnShore by visiting novascotia.ca/SAFEONSHORE/.
Accessibility in Peggy’s Cove
Overlooking the lighthouse and coastline is an accessible viewing deck which features long shallow ramps, landing spaces, handrails, photoluminescent strips, and multiple viewpoints. Additional accessibility upgrades throughout the village include accessible parking, trails, wayfinding signage and wheelchair accessible washrooms, help to ensure and provide a safe and accessible experience for everyone.
Visit Peggy’s Cove
Located just an hour from Halifax, Peggy’s Cove can be reached via Highway 333 (Prospect Road) from Highway 103, Exit 2B from Halifax or Highway 103, Exit 5 in Tantallon (connecting with Route 333 Peggy’s Cove Road). Bus tours are welcome.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
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- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Onsite amenities: Gift Shop, Parking, Picnic Tables
- Website: https://visitpeggyscove.ca/visitor-information/
- Business: Tourism Nova Scotia
- Active listing: 1
- Notes:
- Primary contact: 1571
- Highlights: Visiting and Parking in Peggy’s Cove
Peak hours for visitors tend to be between 11am and 3pm. Parking may be limited during those hours. Consider visiting Peggy’s Cove outside of peak hours for the best chance of available parking. Please do not park on private properties. Follow posted parking signs and ensure roadways remain clear.
- Campaign category: 67
- Google rating: 4.8
Peggys Cove Cottage
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/peggys-cove-cottage/
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- Active listing: 1
- Business: Peggys Cove Cottage
- Primary contact: 3017
- Listing type tax: 3
- Accommodation type: Cabin/Cottage
- Tara registration num: STR2627A3953
- Google rating: 5
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 6 Rocky Road
- City: 661, Peggy’s Cove
- General area: 66, Peggy's Cove Area
- Postal code: B3Z 3R9
- Latitude: 44.49411690081262
- Longitude: -63.91486123219
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Stay in a magical oceanfront escape in Peggy’s Cove!
Nestled in Peggys Cove on Nova Scotia’s South Shore, our charming cottage offers a perfect retreat for families or couples seeking a dreamy getaway. Featured in Saltscapes Atlantic Magazine, our sunlit property boasts stunning views and breathtaking sunsets.
Blending old-world charm with modern comforts, the spacious 1,650 sq. ft. cottage has a warm atmosphere with original flooring and open-beamed ceilings. Enjoy million-dollar panoramas from every window and explore nearby tidal pools for a refreshing swim.
For a magical experience in Nova Scotia, be sure to book your stay at Peggy’s Cove Cottage in Peggys Cove.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 31, 2026
- Open end date: November 30, 2026
- Low rate: 350
- Rate details: Minimum 4 night stay.
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- Accommodation common amenities: Kitchen/Kitchenette, TV (Cable/Sat TV/Smart), Water / Ocean View, Woodstove/Fireplace
- Onsite amenities: Parking, WiFi
- Number of units: 1
- Pets policy: Pets not allowed
- Website: https://peggyscovecottage.com/
- Online booking:
- Notes:
- Phone: 902-220-9900
- Email: cottageinpeggyscove@gmail.com
Pelham House
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pelham-house/
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- Listing type tax: 3
- Accommodation type: Apartment
- Tara registration num: STR2627B4090
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 224 Pelham Street
- Postal code: B0J 2C0
- City: 507, Lunenburg
- General area: 49, Lunenburg Area
- Latitude: 44.37609
- Longitude: -64.304623
- Phone: 902-634-7113
- Toll free: 800-508-0446
- Email: stay@pelhamhouse.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Toll Free, Email
- Description: Pelham House is a charming century home situated in the picturesque town of Lunenburg along Nova Scotia’s beautiful South Shore. We are just a short walk to the UNESCO World Heritage Town of Lunenburg’s centre and colourful, working waterfront with its red wooden warehouses and brightly-hued heritage homes. Enjoy the town’s historic architecture, unique shops and restaurants, visit the Bluenose II in her home port, the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, Knaut-Rhuland House Museum, Ironworks Distillery and many more attractions. Beaches, whale watching, fishing and bike rentals are also nearby.
We are happy to provide travellers with a beautiful self-contained vacation rental suite. A spacious bedroom with king-size bed, separate sitting/dining room, large ensuite bathroom, fully equipped kitchenette and private deck, all with harbour view, make Pelham House an ideal spot to call home while exploring all that this beautiful area has to offer.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: June 1, 2026
- Open end date: October 22, 2026
- Hours of Operation: minimum stay three nights
- Low rate: 250
- High rate: 250
- Rate period: Per Night
- Cancellation policy: 7 days before check in date
- Rate details: $250/night, $1500/week, 3 night minimum
- Payment types: American Express, Debit cards, e-Transfer, MasterCard, Visa
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- Accommodation common amenities: Self Check-In, Water / Ocean View
- Onsite amenities: Parking, WiFi
- Pets policy: Pets not allowed
- Number of units: 1
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PelhamHouseBandB
- Business: Pelham House Bed & Breakfast
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.pelhamhouse.ca
- Notes:
- Google rating: 5
- Primary contact: 184
- Languages spoken: French, Spanish
Pelton-Fuller House
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pelton-fuller-house/
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- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Museum/Historic Site
- Region: Yarmouth & Acadian Shores
- Street address: 20 Collins Street
- City: 977, Yarmouth
- General area: 95, Yarmouth Area
- Latitude: 43.83658
- Longitude: -66.116271
- Phone: 902-742-5539
- Email: ycmuseum@eastlink.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: The Pelton-Fuller House (c 1895) was the summer home of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Fuller. Alfred Fuller became famous at the age of 18 as the original Fuller Brush man and founder of the Fuller Brush Company in Connecticut.
The Pelton-Fuller House is a two-storey, Italianate-style house with several unique architectural elements. The house features period-furnished rooms, glassware, silver, art, costumes and memorabilia of the “Fuller Brush Man” and his company. Visitors can enjoy a beautiful English rose garden in the backyard.
Guided tours are available during the summer months and by appointment. Visa and MasterCard are accepted.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: June 1, 2025
- Open end date: October 1, 2025
- Hours of Operation: Mon–Sat 10am-4pm.
- Rate details: Admission (STC) adult $5; family rates.
- Payment types: MasterCard, Visa, Debit cards
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/14844.webp
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Onsite amenities: Parking
- Business: Yarmouth County Museum & Archives
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.yarmouthcountymuseum.ca/pelton-fuller-house
- Notes:
- Primary contact: 639
- Google rating: 4.5
Pepperell Place Inn
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pepperell-place-inn/
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- Listing type tax: 3
- Accommodation type: Apartment, Hostel/Room, Inn
- Tours outdoors: Cycling & Mountain Biking
- Tara registration num: STR2627T1527
- Region: Cape Breton Island
- Street address: 9383 Pepperell Street
- City: 822, St. Peter’s
- Latitude: 45.65668
- Longitude: -60.875352
- Phone: 902-317-9383
- Email: rooms@pepperellplace.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description:
The only Inn that offers breakfast included within St. Peter’s from June 1 – October 18, 2026
This beautiful big Sea Blue house was erected in 1903 on the corner of Pepperell & Grenville streets in St. Peter’s as a rooming house and over 100 years later it is still accepting guests as the Pepperell Place Inn.
Constantly updating our accommodation which has 3 suites and 5 rooms, all with their own private bathrooms and small refrigerator.
Book online for best price at www.pepperellplace.ca
*Pets allowed in select rooms.
Proudly Rainbow Registered: Canada’s national accreditation for 2SLGBTQI+ inclusive, welcoming and safer spaces for all. Learn more about this program at rainbowregistered.ca
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Low rate: 135
- High rate: 205
- Extra person rate: 20
- Rate period: Per Night
- Payment types: American Express, MasterCard, Visa
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- Accommodation common amenities: Kitchen/Kitchenette, TV (Cable/Sat TV/Smart)
- Onsite amenities: WiFi
- Membership: Rainbow Registered
- Pets policy: Pets welcome
- Number of units: 8
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PepperellPlaceInn
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pepperellplace/
- Business: Pepperell Place Inn Inc.
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.pepperellplace.ca
- Notes:
- General area: 85, St. Peter's Area
- Google rating: 4.8
- Primary contact: 2297
- Ratings programs: Canada Select
- Cs rating bed breakfast: 4.5
- Cs rating inn: 4.5
- Open start date: May 1, 2026
- Open end date: December 31, 2026
Perkins House Museum
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/perkins-house-museum/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28331.webp

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Museum/Historic Site
- Museumhistoric site type: Museum
- Campground type: Provincial
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 105 Main St
- Postal code: B0T 1K0
- City: 474, Liverpool
- General area: 46, Liverpool Area
- Latitude: 44.04287
- Longitude: -64.70865
- Phone: 902-354-4058
- Email: queenscountymuseumperkinshouse@gmail.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Perkins House, built in 1766, offers a glimpse of life in Liverpool as it was lived in Simeon Perkins’ day, when the harbour teemed with schooners, sailors, and privateers. In its time, Simeon Perkins’ property – now Perkins House Museum – was a bustling centre of international shipping and trade.
Step inside the grand old house and explore the grounds of this colonial treasure. Discover the intrigue of Nova Scotian privateers, whom some considered protectors but others called pirates. Learn about the important role Perkins played in the local economy and in protecting the settlers during the American Revolution and later wars.
Perhaps best known for the detailed diary he kept, Simeon Perkins provided a faithful record of his life and times. His diary provides vivid detail about what life was like in Liverpool from 1766 to 1812.
Today, the information recorded in Perkins’ diary finds new life through the exhibits and interpretation at the Perkins House Museum, part of the Queens County Museum Heritage Complex.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: June 1, 2026
- Open end date: August 31, 2026
- Rate details: Admission by donation.
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28331.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28332.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28333.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28334.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28335.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28336.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28337.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28339.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28340.webp
- Onsite amenities: Gift Shop, Parking, Picnic Tables
- Website: https://queenscountymuseum.com/
- Business: Queens County Museum Heritage Complex / Fort Point Lighthouse / Thomas Raddall Research Centre / Perkins House Museum / Queens County Museum of Justice
- Active listing: 1
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.7
- Primary contact: 3362, 3361
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/queenscountymuseum/timeline/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCurJuxvKvv5CYw-RzgqkE3w
Peter Lavender Fishing Guide Services
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/peter-lavender-fishing-guide-services/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32199.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Tours outdoors: Sport Fishing
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 15 Mersey Avenue
- Postal code: B0K 1K0
- City: 474, Liverpool
- Latitude: 44.043585
- Longitude: -64.720583
- Phone: 902-350-2820
- Email: peterlavender354@gmail.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Deeply knowledgeable, insured, and certified as a Professional Fishing Guide, Peter offers guided trips for smallmouth bass fishing or sightseeing on the lakes and rivers of Nova Scotia’s South Shore.
Starting from $350. full day one person, all gear and supplies. $50. per additional person. Children 12 and under fish for free. Maximum of two adults and one child per trip.
Half-day trips and shore lunches are also available.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: April 1, 2025
- Open end date: October 31, 2025
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32199.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32200.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32201.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32202.webp
- Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Peter-Lavender-Fishing-Guide-Services-1420518691588589/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterlavender1954
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IM2udj8mSz8
- Business: Peter Lavender Fishing Guide Services
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.peterlavender.ca
- Guided tour: 1
- Notes:
- General area: 46, Liverpool Area
- Google rating: 5
- Primary contact: 1991
Peter Point Trail – Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/peter-point-trail-kejimkujik-national-park-and-national-historic-site/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/38480.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Campground type: National
- Tours outdoors: Birding & Wildlife, Trail
- Region: Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, South Shore
- Street address: 3005 Main Parkway
- City: 520, Maitland Bridge
- Latitude: 44.36749208888311
- Longitude: -65.19688261853001
- Phone: 902-682-2772 (mid-May to Oct)
- Toll free: 877-737-3783
- Email: kejimkujik@pc.gc.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Toll Free, Email
- Description: Birds love this area for its variety of habitats: red and sugar maple and hemlock. People love this area for its slate outcrop and secluded sandy beach that opens up onto the lake. This is a shared-use trail so watch for bikers.
Trailhead: Located off Eel Weir Road
Significant Feature: Hike to the lakeshore and a secluded sandy beach
Length: 3.8 kilometres (2.3 miles) return
Hiking Time: 1 hour return
Trail Rating: Easy
The trails at Kejimkujik showcase an incredible variety of habitats, scenery and places of cultural and historical significance. Visitor services at Kejimkujik are available from mid-May until October 31. Please visit our website for maps and information on visitor safety and visitor services.
Be responsible for your safety:
Ensure that dogs are kept leashed and do not approach, disturb or feed wild animals.
Wear proper hiking footwear and take along appropriate clothing.
Have adequate sun protection (hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses) and carry water with you, especially for longer trails, climbs or open barrens.
Bring insect repellent as black flies and mosquitoes are common all summer.
Stay on boardwalks and designated paths to protect fragile vegetation and to reduce your chances of encountering ticks.
Mountain bikes are permitted only where indicated, for visitor safety and protection of the environment.
Tell someone where you’re going and when you’ll be back.
Date Details/Hours of Operation
Visit the website for hours and seasonal information. No maintenance in off-season.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/38480.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/38481.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/38482.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/38483.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/38484.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/38485.webp
- Government level: National
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kejimkujik
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parks.canada
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@parkscanada/search?query=Kejimkujik
- Business: Parks Canada - Mainland NS
- Active listing: 1
- Notes:
- General area: 42, Kejimkujik Area
- Google rating: 4.8
- Website: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ns/kejimkujik/activ/rando-hiking#trail9
- Primary contact: 94, 2236
- Trail distance: 3.8
- Trail distance measurement: loop/return
- Trail type: Day use
- Trail surface: Gravel
- Trail difficulty level: Easy
- Trail pet policy: Leashed
- Trail uses: Cycling, Hiking, Skiing, Snowshoeing, Walking
Petersfield Provincial Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/petersfield-provincial-park/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/8256.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Campground type: Provincial
- Tours outdoors: Cycling & Mountain Biking, Hiking, Parks
- Winter activity type: Snowshoeing
- Region: Cape Breton Island
- Street address: 1126 Westmount Rd, Sydney, NS
- Postal code: B1R 1C7
- City: 949, Westmount
- General area: 86, Sydney Area
- Latitude: 46.1442454
- Longitude: -60.2212055
- Email: parkinfo@novascotia.ca
- Contact details: Email
- Description: Petersfield Provincial Park is a waterside picnic park located on Route 239 in Westmount that overlooks Sydney Harbour on Cape Breton Island.
The park contains remnants of four cultural periods, dating from the late-18th to mid-20th centuries, with interpretive signs detailing the history of the park space which was once home to three prominent families and one of the finest estates to have been built on the island. While the grand estate and lush gardens no longer exist, the park features information throughout an extensive network of trails (7 km/4.5 mi).
Open year-round, this park features picnic tables and benches. No facilities or services provided during the winter months.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/8256.webp
- Onsite amenities: Parking, Picnic Tables, Public Washroom
- Government level: Provincial
- Pets policy: Pets on premises, Pets welcome
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NSProvincialParks
- Business: Department of Natural Resources and Renewables / Provincial Park
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://parks.novascotia.ca/content/petersfield
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.9
- Primary contact: 1662
- Campaign category: 281
Petit Passage Whale Watch
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/petit-passage-whale-watch/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/31812.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Tours outdoors: Boating & Sailing, Whale Watching
- Boating sailing type: Boat Tour
- Region: Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley
- Street address: 3450 Highway 217
- Postal code: B0V 1E0
- City: 238, East Ferry
- General area: 23, Digby/Digby Neck Area
- Latitude: 44.39648
- Longitude: -66.20395
- Phone: 902-834-2226
- Email: petitpassagewhales@gmail.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Petit Passage Whale Watch offers two whale watching cruises daily aboard the “Passage Provider 2020”, a 15-m (50-ft) Cape Island style boat which can accommodate 45 passengers. Each cruise lasts between 3 and 4 hours. We depart from the port of East Ferry, located on Route 217 at the end of Digby Neck in the Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley region (you don’t need to take a ferry to get to our location).
Reservations are recommended. Bus tours are welcome.
MasterCard, Visa and American Express are accepted.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: June 19, 2026
- Open end date: September 30, 2026
- Payment types: American Express, MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/31812.webp
- Business: Petit Passage Whale Watch
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.ppww.ca
- Guided tour: 1
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.8
- Primary contact: 617
Phee’s Original Goods
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/phees-original-goods/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Barra-Bifold-Leather-Wallet-Front-Tan-Alia-1920x1080-1.jpg

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Artisans, Shops & Galleries
- Artisan gallery type: Artisan Shops & Galleries
- Region: Cape Breton Island
- Street address: Eltuek Arts Centre - 170 George Street, Room 402
- Postal code: B1P 1J2
- City: 841, Sydney
- Latitude: 46.14408
- Longitude: -60.19627
- Phone: 902-623-2856
- Email: phee@pheesoriginalgoods.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Born, raised & thriving in Unam’ki / Cape Breton, Phee’s Original Goods are makers of small-batch, handmade, leather + canvas goods. Each piece that leaves our shop respects the legacy of craftspeople before us while fitting squarely into the modern world and your pocket. We make tough goods using quality materials that are built to last.
In our workshop and online, you’ll find a variety of timeless leather goods – wallets, belts and bags – as well as purpose-built specialty goods – fly fishing wallets, passport covers and homewares.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Payment types: Debit cards, MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Barra-Bifold-Leather-Wallet-Front-Tan-Alia-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/PheesOriginalGoodsWorkshop-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Screenshot-2024-11-21-at-9.20.01 AM-1920x1080-1.png, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/CBCraft_PheesGoods_5.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/CBCraft_PheesGoods_2.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/CBCraft_PheesGoods_6.jpg
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Facebook: https://business.facebook.com/PheesOriginalGoods/
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/pheesoriginalgoods
- Business: Phee’s Original Goods
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.pheesoriginalgoods.ca
- Notes:
- General area: 86, Sydney Area
- Google rating: 5
- Primary contact: 2864
Pi – King’s Wharf
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pi-kings-wharf/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35271.webp

- Listing type tax: 6
- Eat drink type: Restaurant
- Region: Halifax Metro
- Street address: 67 King’s Wharf Place, Suit 102
- Postal code: B2Y 0C6
- City: 207, Dartmouth
- Latitude: 44.66330122229219
- Longitude: -63.56281816363527
- Phone: 902-461-8053
- Email: KingsWharfMPH@millstonepublichouse.com
- Contact details: Phone
- Description: Opening May 22 at King’s Wharf in downtown Dartmouth, Pi – King’s Wharf will focus on incredible thin crust pizza, shareable plates, cocktails, wine, and warm coastal energy while taking in the view over Halifax Harbour and the skyline of downtown Halifax.
Pi is the latest addition to the Millstone Public House group, a 100% locally owned and operated restaurant business. Visit any of their five restaurant locations in Nova Scotia including Millstone Public House and The Commons on Portland in Dartmouth and Millstone Public House locations in Bedford and East Hants.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35271.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35274.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35278.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Millstone_Public_House_by_Nova_Social_Media_Marketing_161.jpg
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Onsite amenities: Parking
- Restaurant amenities: Air Conditioning, Alcohol-Free Options, Children's Menu, Licensed Premises (Alcohol), Patio, Reservations Recommended, Vegan Options, Vegetarian Options, Water / Ocean View Dining
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MillstoneKingsWharf
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pi.kingswharf/
- Business: The Millstone Public House / The Commons on Portland / Pi - King's Wharf
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://pi-kingswharf.com/
- Notes:
- General area: 35, Halifax/Dartmouth Area
- Google rating: 4.3
- Primary contact: 2908
- Restaurant type: Casual Dining, Cocktail Lounge / Wine Bar, Contemporary Casual, Family Dining, Fine Dining / Gourmet, Pub / Lounge / Bar
- Restaurant specialties: Burgers, Canadian / American, East Coast Cuisine, Italian
- Open start date: May 22, 2026
- Open end date: December 31, 2026
Pictou County History Museum
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pictou-county-history-museum/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Carmichael-StewartHouse-entrance-bagpipes-1920x1080-1.jpg

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Museum/Historic Site
- Museumhistoric site type: Historic Site, Museum
- Region: Northumberland Shore
- Street address: 86 Temperance Street
- City: 611, New Glasgow
- General area: 60, New Glasgow Area
- Latitude: 45.587971
- Longitude: -62.641867
- Phone: 902-752-5583
- Email: carmich@eastlink.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: The Pictou County History Museum, formerly known as the Carmichael-Stewart House Museum, is a Victorian-style house (c 1880), formerly owned by the Carmichael family who were prominent shipbuilders in New Glasgow. The museum includes a general collection of Pictou County artifacts such as old Trenton glassware, China, and photographs.
Historical garden on site. The museum is wheelchair accessible.
Date Details/Hours of Operation
Monday-Saturday, 9:30-4pm, closed on Canada Day
Tea time:2-4pm every Tuesday
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: June 1, 2025
- Open end date: August 31, 2025
- Rate details: Admission free, donations welcome.
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Carmichael-StewartHouse-entrance-bagpipes-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Carmichael-StewartHouse-staircase-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Carmichael-StewartHouse-exhibit-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Carmichael-Stewarthouse-exterior-1920x1080-1.jpg
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Onsite amenities: Parking
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Carmichael-Stewart-House-Museum-224779827547853/
- Business: Pictou County Historical Society
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.carmichael-stewart-house-museum.ca/
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.4
- Primary contact: 91
Pictou County Military Museum
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pictou-county-military-museum/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29909.webp

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Museum/Historic Site
- Museumhistoric site type: Museum
- Region: Northumberland Shore
- Street address: 2042 Queen Street
- Postal code: B0K 2A0
- City: 952, Westville
- Latitude: 45.554095
- Longitude: -62.711619
- Phone: 902-396-3761
- Email: david_avery55@hotmail.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: The Pictou County Military Museum preserves, protects, and documents Canadian military artifacts. The museum houses a collection of over 15,000 objects, from regimental buttons, hat badges and uniforms to ship hat tallies and weapons, including a C1 Howitzer.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: June 29, 2026
- Open end date: August 21, 2026
- Hours of Operation: 9:00 – 4:00, Monday to Friday, except for Canada Day and Natal Day. Visitation in the off season by appointment.
- Rate details: Donation
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29909.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29910.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29911.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29912.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29913.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29914.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29915.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29916.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29917.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29918.webp
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Onsite amenities: Parking
- Business: Pictou County Military Museum
- Active listing: 1
- Notes:
- Google rating: 5
- Primary contact: 1568
- General area: 60, New Glasgow Area
Pictou County Sports Heritage Hall of Fame
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pictou-county-sports-heritage-hall-of-fame/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/11110.webp

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Museum/Historic Site
- Museumhistoric site type: Archive
- Region: Northumberland Shore
- Street address: 340 East River Road
- City: 611, New Glasgow
- General area: 60, New Glasgow Area
- Latitude: 45.583922
- Longitude: -62.645004
- Phone: 902-755-1755
- Email: PCHOF2@gmail.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Pictou County has produced more outstanding athletes per capita than any other area of NS. Over 4000 artifacts, scrapbooks, video library and trophies.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Hours of Operation: Tue-Thur 10am-3pm, or by appointment.
- Rate details: Admission free, donations welcome.
- Payment types:
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/11110.webp
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Onsite amenities: Parking, Picnic Tables
- Business: Pictou County Sports Heritage Hall of Fame
- Active listing: 1
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.8
- Primary contact: 914
Pictou Lodge & Taphouse
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pictou-lodge-taphouse/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32977.webp

- Listing type tax: 3, 6
- Accommodation type: Cabin/Cottage, Resort
- Eat drink type: Restaurant
- Tours outdoors: Cycling & Mountain Biking, Hiking, Canoeing & Kayaking
- Tara registration num: STR2627T6741
- Region: Northumberland Shore
- Street address: 172 Lodge Road
- Postal code: B0K 1H0
- City: 667, Pictou
- General area: 67, Pictou/Caribou Area
- Latitude: 45.7184
- Longitude: -62.6424
- Phone: 902-448-9730
- Toll free: 800-495-6343
- Email: info.pictoulodge@gmail.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Escape to the timeless charm of Pictou Lodge, where our cozy two and three bedroom chalets and one and two bedroom cedar cabins offer a perfect blend of comfort and quiet while surrounded by nature. Nestled in Braeside, along Nova Scotia’s stunning Northumberland Shore, each cottage and chalet rental provides breathtaking views and peaceful seclusion next to the ocean – perfect for spring, summer, fall, and winter getaways!
After a day of visiting nearby beaches, arriving from Prince Edward Island aboard the PEI Ferry, or exploring the nearby town of Pictou and beyond, unwind at The Taphouse, our on-site gem serving local brews and curated regional wines. We offer snacks and concessions for sale at the front reception area, and guests are welcome to bring in their own food or order from local restaurants. Pull up a chair, share a flight and some snacks on the patio. In 2026, our full kitchen restaurant will open and join our beachside resort amenities.
Enjoy all of our great resort amenities, including a private sandy beach, heated saltwater pool, giant checkerboard, bocce ball, ping pong, or test your aim with a round of horseshoes. There is so much to see and do in the Northumberland Shore region!
Whether you’re relaxing fireside on the beach or watching the sunset from your porch, Pictou Lodge offers an unforgettable East Coast experience.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: June 1, 2026
- Open end date: September 30, 2026
- Hours of Operation: Two and three bedroom Chalets are available year-round; Cottages, The Taphouse, and pool are open seasonally until late September. Two-night minimum stays.
- Payment types: MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32977.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32979.webp
- Accommodation common amenities: Air Conditioning, Beach Access on Property, Kitchen/Kitchenette, Pool (Outdoor), TV (Cable/Sat TV/Smart), Water / Ocean View
- Onsite amenities: Parking, WiFi
- Campground amenity: Pool (Indoor)
- Pets policy: Pets welcome
- Number of units: 25
- Online booking:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Pictou-Lodge-and-Taphouse/61577795221575/
- Business: Pictou Lodge & Taphouse
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://pictoulodge.ca/
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.4
- Primary contact: 3156
- Campaign category: 72, 67
- Restaurant type: Casual Dining, Cocktail Lounge / Wine Bar, Pub / Lounge / Bar
- Months open seasonally: June, July, August, September
Pictou-Tatamagouche-Oxford Short Line Trail (part of the Trans Canada Trail)
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pictou-tatamagouche-oxford-short-line-trail-part-of-the-trans-canada-trail/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/11251.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Tours outdoors: Trail, Winter Activity
- Winter activity type: Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing
- Region: Northumberland Shore
- Street address: 24 Station Road
- City: 850, Tatamagouche
- Latitude: 45.708431050450116
- Longitude: -63.28297927433552
- Description: The Short Line Trail is a 120 km multi-use trail stretching along the Northumberland Shore of Nova Scotia, spanning three counties and linking the communities of Pictou, Scotsburn, River John, Tatamagouche, Wallace, Pugwash and Oxford. The trail is built on the railbed of the former Intercolonial Railway. Part of the Trans Canada Trail, the Short Line Trail connects our communities today as the railway did for nearly a century.
The Short Line Trail passes by Pictou Harbour and Tatamagouche Bay on the Northumberland Strait and through forests and farmland. It skirts many wetlands and crosses numerous streams, some with large sandstone culverts. Large bridges span the Wallace River, French River, Waugh River and River John. Near Oxford, scenic smaller bridges and a tunnel add interest to the trail.
Great for off-road bicycling or long-distance adventure, most sections of this easy, flat trail have a compacted gravel surface. Hybrid or mountain bikes are best suited for the trail surface.
Access the trail at multiple trailheads with parking and trail panels including maps and local historical and cultural information. Rest areas with benches and picnic tables are located along the route.
Trail use: Walking, bicycling, equestrian, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, snowmobile, ATV, dogs on leash. Users are to obey posted signs. The 3-km section of the Jitney Trail in the Town of Pictou is walking and cycling only.
Trail map: https://tctrail.ca/explore-the-map/
Trailheads and access points with parking (listed east to west):
87 Caladh Avenue (corner of Market and Caladh Ave), Pictou
Behind Scotsburn Fire Hall, 4179 Scotsburn Rd, Scotsburn
2506 River John Station Road (beside Royal Canadian Legion), River John
Denmark Station Trailhead, 10 Denmark Station Road, Denmark
Sutherland Steam Mill Museum, 3169 Hwy 326, Denmark
Station Road Trailhead, 24 Station Road (off Main Street), Tatamagouche
Creamery Square, 29 Creamery Road (off Main Street), Tatamagouche
Patterson Wharf Park, 40 King Street (off Main Street), Tatamagouche (limited parking)
Nelson Memorial Park, 153 Loop of Hwy 6, Bayhead
End of Wallace Bridge Station Road (off Wallace River West Road), Wallace Bridge Station
Wallace Ballfield (700m south of Hwy 6), Hwy 307, Wallace
Pugwash Trailhead, Crowley Rd (beside Pugwash salt mine), Pugwash
Intersection of Water Street and Foundry Street, Oxford
Near 4602 Main Street, Oxford (beside Irving and the Big Blueberry)
Public Washrooms:
Hector Quay Visitor’s Marina, Pictou waterfront
Near Brown’s Point Road intersection, Pictou
Sutherland Steam Mill Museum, 3169 Hwy 326, Denmark
Station Road Trailhead, 24 Station Road (off Main Street), Tatamagouche
Nelson Memorial Park, 153 Loop of Hwy 6, Bayhead (mid May to mid October)
Wallace Bridge Station trailhead
Crowley Rd Trailhead, Pugwash
Wallace Bridge Station trailhead (off Wallace River West Road)
Bicycle repair stations:
Station Road Trailhead, 24 Station Road (off Main Street), Tatamagouche
Main Street at corner of King Street (beside 225 Main Street), Tatamagouche
Some highlights along the route:
The Jitney Trail (3 km, one-way) runs along the Pictou waterfront. The first 1.5 km (from the east entrance by Hector Quay Visitor’s Marina) is paved, making it excellent for wheelchair, bicycle, rollerblade, and stroller use. See where the Ship Hector made its historic landing in 1773. Park benches and picnic tables are available.
The Butter Trail is the 5-km rail trail section in the busy village of Tatamagouche, named after the Tatamagouche Creamery where butter was made. Along the trail you can explore Creamery Square, Tatamagouche Farmers’ Market, Train Station Inn, Patterson Wharf Park, and Nelson Memorial Park. The trail is within walking distance of village amenities, restaurants and shops. Enjoy views of Tatamagouche Bay and impressive bridges over the French River and Waugh River.
The trail crosses the historic Wallace Swing Bridge (440 feet long) located 3.5 km west of Hwy 307.
The 3.4 km Quarry Branch Trail connects the coastal community of Wallace. Explore the history of mining sandstone, enjoy the waterfront amenities, restaurants and shops. The Wallace Area Museum (on Route 6, 2 km west of Wallace) boasts a 3 km walking trail known as “The Loyalist Trail” that links to the Short Line Trail.
The 6.4 km Pugwash Salt Express Trail links to the coastal village of Pugwash, home to Thinkers’ Lodge, a National Historic Site where you can learn more about how this village first gained international recognition for peace in 1957. Explore a variety of food choices, accommodations and a beautiful waterfront with shops.
Oxford, known as Blueberry Capital of the World, is the western end of the Short Line Trail where you will find a 55 m walking bridge over the River Philip and the Bunny Trail (walking/biking). Accommodations and food choices are available and be sure to check out the unique Alphabet Store on Water Street, 300 m from the Oxford Station Trailhead. The Trans Canada Trail continues north from Oxford to the New Brunswick border.
Various sections of the Short Line Trail are maintained and managed by the Town of Pictou, Pictou County Trails Association, Tatamagouche Area Trails Association and Cumberland Trails Association.
Guided tours (walking, bicycle, snowmobile, ATV) of the Short Line Trail in Cumberland County can be found on the Cumberland Trails Facebook page.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
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- Business: Municipality of the County of Colchester
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://tctrail.ca/explore-the-map/
- Notes:
- General area: 87, Tatamagouche Area
- Primary contact: 1326
- Trail distance: 127
- Google rating: 5
- Trail distance measurement: one way
- Trail type: Day use
- Trail surface: Gravel
- Trail difficulty level: Easy
- Trail pet policy: Leashed
- Trail uses: Cycling, Hiking, Skiing, Snowshoeing, Walking
Picture Perfect Tours
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/picture-perfect-tours/
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- Listing type tax: 9
- Tours outdoors: Photography, Walking Tour
- Region: Halifax Metro
- City: 351, Halifax
- Latitude: 44.650313321101585
- Longitude: -63.58594588945374
- Phone: 902-292-6688
- Email: info@pictureperfecttours.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Picture Perfect Tours is a Halifax-based, premium tour company specializing in Sable Island adventures, photography-driven experiences, and immersive Halifax history tours for private or small-groups. Known as one of Canada’s Sable Island tour specialists, our company provides rare guided access to stunning Sable Island National Park Reserve in partnership with Parks Canada.
Hosted by local experts, photographers and teachers, our guests experience Nova Scotia through a deeper lens — from wild horses and grey seals on Sable Island, to the iconic South Shore jewel of Lunenburg, capturing the famous lighthouse at Peggy’s Cove with a photographer at sunset, discovering the tides and cultures of the Annapolis Valley wine country, and absorb powerful storytelling in historical reliving of Halifax’s past.
Why travel with Picture Perfect Tours
Canada’s Sable Island Specialists – Exclusive access and Parks Canada partnerships
Nova Scotia’s Leading Photography Tour Company – Expert instruction for all skill levels
Small-Group & Private Experiences – Personalized, unhurried, and crowd-free
Year-Round Adventures – From summer coastlines to dramatic winter landscapes
Interpretive Storytelling – Deep dives into Nova Scotia’s history, resilience, and culture with local artists & teachers
With a reputation built on exceptional guiding, cinematic landscapes, and powerful storytelling, Picture Perfect Tours is the choice for travellers who want more than sightseeing. If you want to want to understand why we love living here in Nova Scotia, then book an adventure with us!
Member of Discover Halifax and TIANS.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Payment types: American Express, MasterCard, Visa
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- Membership: Clean It Right
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pictureperfecttours.ca
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pictureperfecttours/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/PicPerfectTours
- Business: Picture Perfect Tours
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.pictureperfecttours.ca
- Guided tour: 1
- Notes:
- General area: 35, Halifax/Dartmouth Area
- Primary contact: 1771, 3490
- Google rating: 5
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9KGoXLgLJhppwU7ivKkqlA
- Trip advisor: https://www.tripadvisor.ca/Attraction_Review-g154976-d7810874-Reviews-Picture_Perfect_Tours-Halifax_Halifax_Regional_Municipality_Nova_Scotia.html
Pijinuiskaq Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pijinuiskaq-park/
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- Listing type tax: 4, 9
- Attraction type: Gardens, Parks & Farms
- Tours outdoors: Canoeing & Kayaking
- Tara registration num: n/a
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 480 King Street
- Postal code: B4V 1A9
- City: 105, Bridgewater
- Latitude: 44.376751
- Longitude: -64.519872
- Phone: 902-543-4651
- Email: recreation@bridgewater.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Located along the LaHave River in the heart of downtown Bridgewater, discover Pijinuiskaq Park. Honouring our region’s deep connection to our Mi’kmaq ancestors, the park’s name – Pijinuiskaq (pronounced BE-JN-OO-IS-GAH) – is the traditional Mi’kmaw name for the LaHave River, which translates to “having long joints or branches.”
Open year-round, visit this riverside park to take in a concert, attend a festival, or to enjoy a picnic that you picked up from a nearby local eatery. In the summertime, be sure to bring along your canoe, kayak, or SUP to paddle the river from the floating docks. Sailboats and power boats frequent the park too – arriving by water, allowing boaters to pop into the shops and restaurants all along King and LaHave Streets.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
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- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Business: Town of Bridgewater
- Active listing: 1
- Google rating: 4.4
- General area: 15, Bridgewater Area
- Website: https://www.bridgewater.ca/facilities/parks-and-trails/pijinuiskaq-park
- Primary contact: 2267
- Notes:
- Gardens parks & farms types: Parks
Pilot Whale Chalets
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pilot-whale-chalets/
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- Listing type tax: 3
- Accommodation type: Apartment, Cabin/Cottage, Condo & House
- Tara registration num: STR2627T7729
- Region: Cape Breton Island
- Street address: 15775 Cabot Trail
- Postal code: B0E 1H0
- City: 161, Chéticamp
- General area: 22, Cheticamp Area
- Latitude: 46.65025
- Longitude: -60.995118
- Phone: 902-224-1040
- Email: info@pilotwhalechalets.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: At Pilot Whale Chalets we offer 4-star, luxury accommodations. Surrounded by endless beauty throughout every season, here you can experience the rustic ambiance of a log cabin combined with today’s modern amenities. Discover the spectacular views of where the Highlands meet the sea; stunning sunsets over the water and access to a private beach.
Inside our spacious pine log chalets, you will find 2 bedrooms furnished with king- & queen-size beds; 4-piece bathroom (some with whirlpool tubs); full kitchens; fireplaces; flat-screen TVs; DVD players with free movies; Wi-Fi; and telephones. There is eco-friendly hardwood and tile flooring throughout every chalet. Outside, each chalet has a gas barbecue on a private deck that offers incredible views of unspoiled landscapes of the Cabot Trail. For larger families, our deluxe three-bedroom chalet boasts all of the same amenities as well as two full bathrooms (one with a whirlpool bath).
In addition to our chalets, we offer 5 ground-level suites, each with queen-size bed and a kitchenette, that offer a choice of overlooking the mountains or the water.
Pilot Whale Chalets is located on the main street, close to all amenities including restaurants; museums; gift shops and more. Cheticamp sits in the shadow of the Cape Breton Highlands National Park and offers something for everyone. Enjoy outdoor adventures like whale watching, swimming, hiking or golf. Experience the living culture of this Acadian seaside community through the music, art, entertainment and traditional cuisine. You won’t be disappointed, you’ll wish you could stay longer!
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Low rate: 120
- High rate: 275
- Extra person rate: 25
- Rate period: Per Night
- Rate details: F(6); weekly & O/S rates
- Payment types: American Express, Debit cards, MasterCard, Visa
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- Accommodation common amenities: Kitchen/Kitchenette, TV (Cable/Sat TV/Smart)
- Onsite amenities: WiFi
- Pets policy: Pets not allowed
- Number of units: 15
- Business: Pilot Whale Chalets
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.pilotwhalechalets.ca
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.6
- Primary contact: 270
- Open start date: May 1, 2026
- Open end date: November 30, 2026
- Ratings programs: Canada Select
- Cs rating cottage: 4.0
- Cs rating suites: 4.0
- Cs rating vacation home: 4.0
Pine Grove Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pine-grove-park/
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- Listing type tax: 9
- Tours outdoors: Cycling & Mountain Biking, Hiking, Parks
- Winter activity type: Snowshoeing
- Tara registration num: n/a
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 44 Hwy 8
- City: 581, Milton
- General area: 46, Liverpool Area
- Latitude: 44.049565
- Longitude: -64.733421
- Phone: 902-354-5741
- Email: info@regionofqueens.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Pine Grove Park is a 54-acre community park situated in Milton in the South Shore region (Highway 103, Exit 19, north on Route 8). The park provides visitors with wide, easy walking trails (2 km total). The trail connects the major points of interest at Pine Grove and the scenic picnic area overlooking the Mersey River. Impressive native flora and plantings of rhododendrons, azaleas, and magnolias add to the beauty of Pine Grove. The park also has parking and washrooms available for visitors. Pine Grove is owned and maintained by the Region of Queens Municipality.
The 54-acre community park at Pine Grove features a stunning June display of colour under the towering white pine canopy. Rhododendrons, azaleas, and magnolias were planted in the woods among the lady’s slippers, partridgeberry, and lonicera Canadensis and along the path upriver by Captain Dick Steele, a Member of the Order of Canada for his plant breeding work. Graveled trails lead through the trees to a scenic beach overlooking the Mersey River, with picnic tables, a fireplace, and an artesian well. Created in 1987 when Queens County was designated as the Forestry Capital of Canada, the park is also a duck breeding and resting area in cooperation with Ducks Unlimited.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
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- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Business: Region of Queens Municipality
- Website: http://www.regionofqueens.com/map/parks-trails/pine-grove-park
- Notes:
- Active listing: 1
- Primary contact: 1747
Pink Flamingo Accommodations
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pink-flamingo-accommodations/
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- Active listing: 1
- Business: Pink Flamingo Accommodations
- Primary contact: 3169
- Listing type tax: 3
- Accommodation type: Inn
- Tara registration num: STR2627B2220
- Google rating: 3.1
- Region: Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley
- Street address: 5 Locust Ave
- City: 972, Wolfville
- General area: 94, Wolfville Area
- Postal code: B4P 2E9
- Latitude: 45.09134518390648
- Longitude: -64.35824483196592
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Welcome to Pink Flamingo: Wolfville Accommodations in the walkable heart of downtown Wolfville. Enjoy a stress-free retreat in one of six cozy boutique suites featuring a private bath, kitchenette and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Park your car and explore the charming community on-foot with many attractions just minutes away like the Magic Winery Bus, The Church Brewing Company, Acadia University, Paddy’s Brewpub & Rosie’s Restaurant with Monday night open mic, or for shows and events at the Al Whittle Theatre. Or, bring your bike and explore nearby wineries and sites like Grand-Pré National Historic Site along the Harvest Moon Trailway.
Please note, parking is not provided on site. Street parking is available nearby Main St. and other side streets. Suites are accessed by stairs and would not be well suited for visitors requiring accessibility or with mobility challenges.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Low rate: 150
- High rate: 250
- Payment types: American Express, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
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- Accommodation common amenities: Kitchen/Kitchenette, TV (Cable/Sat TV/Smart)
- Onsite amenities: WiFi
- Number of units: 6
- Pets policy: Pets not allowed
- Website: https://www.pinkflamingo.store/
- Notes:
- Phone: 902-900-0662
- Email: flamingo.wolfville@gmail.com
Pioneer Trail
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pioneer-trail/
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- Listing type tax: 9
- Tours outdoors: Cycling & Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail
- Tara registration num: n/a
- Region: Northumberland Shore
- Street address: Stewart Street
- City: 611, New Glasgow
- Latitude: 45.580654
- Longitude: -62.649304
- Description: Named in honour of New Glasgow’s founding and current-day pioneers, the Pioneer Trail includes a gazebo look-off view of Potters Brook and the Charlie Hoegg Kinsmen Covered Bridge. The Pioneer Trail is a 2.2km pavement and gravel trail that connects Down Town New Glasgow to the East River Road Business Corridor. This trail begins at the George Street Bridge Pedway, runs on paved streets Riverside Parkway turning onto Glasgow Street and then Stewart Street where trail users can then access the gravel portion of the trail which runs behind Tartan Field and ends at Tim Horton’s on East River Road.
Trailheads are located at the George Street Bridge Pedway, near the corner of Stewart Street and McColl Street and East River Road, next to the Tim Hortons.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
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- Onsite amenities: Parking, Picnic Tables
- Business: Town of New Glasgow
- General area: 60, New Glasgow Area
- Active listing: 1
- Primary contact: 3095
- Google rating: 5
- Trail distance: 2.2
- Trail distance measurement: one way
- Trail type: Day use
- Trail surface: Gravel
- Trail difficulty level: Easy
- Trail pet policy: Leashed
- Trail uses: Cycling, Hiking, Walking
- Notes:
Piper Pewter
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/piper-pewter/
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- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Artisans, Shops & Galleries
- Artisan gallery type: Artisan Shops & Galleries
- Region: Cape Breton Island
- Street address: 46112 Cabot Trail
- City: 391, Indian Brook
- General area: 83, St. Ann's Bay Area
- Latitude: 46.398267
- Longitude: -60.494801
- Phone: 902-929-2227
- Email: donna@piperpewter.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Piper Pewter specializes in lead-free pewter products such as Celtic and Scottish jewellery, kilt pins, letter openers, clan crests, bookmarks, Christmas ornaments, and other gift items. Each piece is skilfully cast and finished by hand in our workshop at Indian Brook.
At Piper Pewter you will find a unique collection of pewter jewellery and gifts that reflect the Scottish and Celtic culture of Cape Breton. Our jewellery designs include Celtic crosses, Celtic knots, flowers, sanddollars, birds, moose, fox, Scottish terriers, bagpipes, fiddles etc. Browse through our clan crests and discover a family name with a Scottish connection. Some of our Celtic knot designs are traditional while others have been uniquely created. Local artist Angus MacLeod designs our heritage collection of Celtic Christmas ornaments.
Choose from a beautiful collection of hand-made pendants, brooches and earrings or select a unique Celtic Christmas ornament as a Cape Breton memory.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: June 1, 2025
- Open end date: October 30, 2025
- Hours of Operation: 9am–5pm daily; year-round by appointment.
- Payment types: American Express, Debit cards, MasterCard, Visa
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- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Business: Piper Pewter
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.piperpewter.com
- Notes:
- Google rating: 5
- Primary contact: 1315
Piper’s Creek Cottages
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pipers-creek-cottages/
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- Listing type tax: 3
- Accommodation type: Cabin/Cottage
- Tara registration num: STR2627D1489
- Region: Cape Breton Island
- Street address: 175 Mash Lane
- Postal code: B0E 3K0
- City: 921, West Bay
- Latitude: 45.695064
- Longitude: -61.162231
- Phone: 902-302-9489
- Email: mail@piperscreek.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Piper’s Creek Cottages offer three, 540 square foot studio style cottages, each with a fully equipped kitchen, queen-size bed in the bedroom, living room with a full/double sleeper sofa, dining area, bathroom and a large patio with a private hot tub, BBQ and fire pit. Guest will enjoy an incredible view overlooking the gorgeous Bras d’Or Lake and the mountains in the distance from the floor to ceiling windows. This is the perfect spot to simply relax for a perfect getaway yet have all the opportunities to adventure close by with everything you need to feel like home.
Choose between the three cottages:
Moose Meadow
Eagle View
Lazy Bear
For those who like to cook, each cottage comes with a full kitchen to prepare anything from Sunday morning breakfast to Friday evening dinner or even just a snack. Your kitchen includes a fridge with freezer, stove with oven, microwave, dishwasher, a Keurig coffee maker, toaster and most kitchen essentials you might need. If you prefer cooking outside, the patio is equipped with a propane BBQ with propane and BBQ utensils provided.
Your open concept living and dining area features a bar-style dining table where you can enjoy your meal while taking in the gorgeous views. In the living area, sit back and relax while watching your favourite show or movie on the smart tv which offers all popular streaming services. Or, if you prefer, books and boardgames are also provided for your entertainment.
Your cottage’s spa-inspired bathroom features a walk-in shower with rain shower head, plush towels and all other bathroom essentials.
After an adventurous day of exploring or a day spent simply relaxing, treat yourself and wind down in your own private hot tub with a glass of your favourite drink or relax on the patio wrapped in a cozy robe and slippers.
To make your stay as pleasant as possible other amenities include:
fast Wi-Fi
heat pump with heat and air conditioning
self check-in with keypad
free parking
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Low rate: 200
- High rate: 275
- Rate period: Per Night
- Payment types: Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/DJI_0212-1-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/048A6721-1-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/048A6739-1-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/048A6854-1-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/048A6867-3-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/DJI_0216-1-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_6698-1-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_6732-1-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_6838-1-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/048A6320-3-1920x1080-1.jpg
- Accommodation common amenities: Air Conditioning, Hot Tub (Private), Kitchen/Kitchenette, Self Check-In, TV (Cable/Sat TV/Smart), Water / Ocean View
- Onsite amenities: Parking, WiFi
- Pets policy: Pets not allowed
- Number of units: 3
- Online booking:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/piperscreekcottages/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/piperscreekcottages/
- Business: Piper's Creek Ltd
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.piperscreek.ca
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.9
- Primary contact: 2534
- General area: 24, Dundee Area
- Ratings programs: Canada Select
- Cs rating cottage: 4.5
- Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@piperscreekcottages
Place Savalette
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/place-savalette/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PlaceSavalette-boat-deck-1920x1080-1.jpg

- Active listing: 1
- Business: Société Acadienne de Torbé / Place Savalette / Parc de Nos Ancêtres
- Primary contact: 3065
- Listing type tax: 4
- Campaign category: 73
- Google rating: 4.8
- Attraction type: Museum/Historic Site
- Museumhistoric site type: Memorial/Monument
- Region: Eastern Shore
- Street address: 2843 Hwy 316
- City: 866, Tor Bay
- General area: 31, Goldboro Area
- Postal code: B0H 1T0
- Latitude: 45.249563624262926
- Longitude: -61.21780617384064
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: A designated Parks Canada National Historic Site Monument, Place Savalette is located in Port Felix on Nova Scotia’s Eastern Shore and is recognized as a pioneering location of the “dry fishery” in Acadia.
Captain Savalette, a fisherman from St. Jean De Luz, France, used the shores and islands around Tor Bay to carry out his viable fishery by catching and drying his fish in what is known today as Nova Scotia’s Eastern Shore region from 1565 to 1607. It is believed that Captain Savalette made 42 voyages to the Tor Bay area, hosting many European fishermen and traders including Samuel de Champlain, Marc Lescarbot, and Nicholas Denys. Much was documented about Savalette’s hospitality and valuable knowledge of the dangerous waters in the area which was important helping researches to map this region.
Each year in early August, Acadians gather in the Tor Bay area of the Eastern Shore to celebrate Festival Savalette.
History of Place Savalette
The story begins in the 16th century in St. Jean de Luz, a small port town situated in the French Basque region of southern France. Adventurous sea captains from this area engaged in a transatlantic commercial enterprise which had them go to what is now known as the Labrador coast of Canada to whale hunt. Whales were a source of oil used to provide light to Europeans long before electricity was discovered.
One family of Basque captains was the Savalette clan. Jacques Cartier indicated at least three generations of this family participated in these annual whale hunts. Captain Savalette III, was among those who discovered another great resource which – commercial commodity-cod. Off the coast of Newfoundland, they discovered what later became known as the “tail of the Grand Banks”, one of the richest cod banks in the world. For that reason, Captain Savalette III, switched his business from whale hunting to cod fishing and made several voyages engaged in this practice. As was common for fishermen, they would follow the schools of this species which eventually brought them to the shores of what is today Cape Breton Island and its surrounding fishing banks.
In 1565, Captain Savalette III discovered the Canso Banks and chose a home port, which today is known as Port Félix. From 1565 until 1607, Savalette came with a crew of 16 men to catch, salt and dry their catch on the many small island shores found off the mainland in what is today known as Tor Bay. They would return to France each fall with over 100,000 lbs of this seafood delicacy, destined for the Catholic countries of Europe where Fridays were declared fish days. However, in 1605, l’Acadie was founded by Samuel de Champlain and a company of men landed at Port Royal to establish the first permanent settlement in America, north of St. Augustine, Florida.
In 1607, with Champlain still mapping out King Louis XIV’s overseas realm, he stopped to meet Captain Savalette at what is now Port Félix, to get information about the local areas to use on his maps that he was to bring back to the King. That year saw a historic meeting take place between these two Europeans and a band of local Mi’kmaq who spent their summers here in search of their winter supply of fish. This was a friendly meeting according to Marc Lescarbot, Champlain’s writer, and led to a new trading business between the Mi’kmaq and the Basque. Sassafras, ginseng and furs were traded for pots, pans and hunting guns.
In 1949, a local researcher named Dr. Jost, discovered this story and encouraged the Federal government to recognize its importance and erect a memorial marker showing the site of this historic meeting. Amidst a well-attended event that year, a plaque was erected on a large boulder the forest between the communities of l’Anse à Charlo (Charlos Cove) and Cole Harbour, near Guysborough town, with only two bilingual sentences denoting its story.
In 2005, la Société Acadienne de Torbé began an annual celebration called Festival Savalette in an attempt to revive and build this forgotten historic chapter. After years of celebrations taking place at this plaque site, the Society contacted Parks Canada about relocating the site to a proper oceanside location. Through additional research using Marc Lescarbot’s descriptions of the area and an evaluation by Parks Canada, it was determined that the true home port chosen by Captain Savalette III that was used for important fishing and the pioneering of the “dry fishery” in Acadia was Port Felix.
Today, the monument park in Port Felix, which opened on August 7, 2019, includes the written history of this important area along with a series of professional paintings by a local artist depicted on interpretive panels that you can view on the deck of a 75’ boat monument that was built by a local builder.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PlaceSavalette-boat-deck-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PlaceSavalette-boat-deck-crowd-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PlaceSavalette-sign-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PlaceSavalette-view-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PlaceSavalette-boat-deck2-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PlaceSavalette-boat-deck-front-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PlaceSavalette-boat-deck-view-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PlaceSavalette-deck-side-1920x1080-1.jpg
- Onsite amenities: Parking
- Website: https://socacadien.org/?lang=en
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocietydesAcadiens/
- Email: info@socacadien.org
- Phone: 902-585-2074
- Open start date: May 1, 2025
- Open end date: November 11, 2025
Plage St-Pierre Beach and Campground
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/plage-st-pierre-beach-and-campground/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/18989.webp

- Listing type tax: 3, 5
- Accommodation type: Cabin/Cottage
- Tours outdoors: Hiking
- Tara registration num: STR2627B2780
- Region: Cape Breton Island
- Street address: 635 Chéticamp Island Road
- Postal code: B0E 1H0
- City: 161, Chéticamp
- General area: 22, Cheticamp Area
- Latitude: 46.608414
- Longitude: -61.048542
- Phone: 902-224-2112
- Email: plagesaintpierre@gmail.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Plage St-Pierre is a 67 acre campground on the coast of Chéticamp Island just off the famous Cabot Trail in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. It has over 2,500 feet of private sandy beach just steps from the campground!
Accommodations at Plage St-Pierre Beach and Campground include:
66 overnight sites (electric, water, sewage hookups; unserviced sites available) for motorhomes, trailers and tents + 90 seasonal sites
1-bedroom chalet
2-bedroom chalet
1 cozy tent cabin
1 rental trailer
Nearby Plage St-Pierre is the Acadian village of Chéticamp, a beautiful fishing village with rich culture. Here you can book a whale watching boat tour and dine in one of the many restaurants offering fresh seafood dishes. The world-renowned Cabot Trail runs through the village, which leads north to Le Portage Golf Club and Cape Breton Highlands National Park. The park features stunning vistas, forested river canyons, cliffs, beaches, trails and wildlife.
Campground amenities and facilities include:
washrooms with flush toilets and showers
laundromat
canteen with ice and other camping supplies
food truck
wood
dump station
picnic tables and fire pits
playground
recreation and games room which include horseshoes, volleyball, mini-golf, tennis court, walking trail
Near Plage St-Pierre you will discover Chéticamp, a beautiful Acadian fishing village with rich culture and offering fresh coastal cuisine in its restaurants. Activities include whale watching boat tours, golfing at Le Portage Golf Club, and hopping on the famous Cabot Trail scenic drive to explore the Cape Breton Highlands National Park. The park features stunning vistas, forested river canyons, cliffs, beaches, trails and wildlife.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 15, 2025
- Open end date: October 15, 2025
- Rate period: Per Night
- Payment types: Debit cards, MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/18989.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/18990.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/18991.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/18992.webp
- Accommodation common amenities: Beach Access on Property, Kitchen/Kitchenette, TV (Cable/Sat TV/Smart), Water / Ocean View
- Onsite amenities: Parking, Picnic Tables, Restaurant/Canteen/Tea Room, WiFi
- Campground amenity: Beach Access, Disposal Station, Electrical Hook-Up, Flush Toilets, Laundromat, Playground, Rec Hall, Sewage Hook-Up, Shaded Sites, Showers, Swimming (Ocean), Unserviced Sites, Water Hook-Up, Water / Ocean View Sites
- Pets policy: Pets welcome
- Number of units: 11
- Online booking:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PlageStPierreBeach/
- Business: Plage St-Pierre Beach & Camping
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://plagesaintpierre.com/
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.1
- Primary contact: 271
- Languages spoken: French
- Num seasonal campground units: 44
- Num short term campground units: 109
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plagesaintpierrecampground
Planters Ridge Winery
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/planters-ridge-winery/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Planters-24-042-1920x1080-1-scaled.jpg

- Listing type tax: 6
- Eat drink type: Restaurant, Winery
- Region: Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley
- Street address: 1441 Church Street
- Postal code: B0P 1T0
- City: 709, Port Williams
- Latitude: 45.113371
- Longitude: -64.411257
- Phone: 902-542-2711
- Email: info@plantersridge.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Nestled within a lovingly restored barn that has graced the landscape since 1860, Planters Ridge Winery harmoniously weaves together historical allure and contemporary elegance. Our artisanal winery, equipped with state-of-the-art equipment, crafts exceptional wines that proudly display the Planters Ridge label. With a focus on exquisite blends, we have garnered acclaim for our fragrant whites and gracefully balanced, velvety reds. Beyond our vinous creations, we delight in offering innovative specialty products, including meads crafted from locally sourced honey and a distinguished cider infused with rich local rum.
We extend a warm invitation to both seasoned wine aficionados and curious newcomers alike to revel in the breathtaking vistas of the Annapolis Valley from our picturesque haven in Port Williams. Our timber frame patio showcases local culinary delights, a devoted team, and a curated selection of our finest offerings. Open throughout the year, we welcome you to embrace even the chill of winter with a cozy snowshoe adventure, followed by a glass of wine by the fire in our welcoming tasting room. Come and immerse yourself in the tradition and passion that flow through every bottle.
Onsite amenities include:
Wine tastings
Winery tours
Dining in our tasting room or on our patios overlooking the vineyard
Dog-friendly lawn area
Extend your visit with a stay in our onsite bed & breakfast inn, Valley Vineyard Getaway (formerly The Stay at Planters Ridge Winery)
Planters Ridge Winery is a member of Taste of Nova Scotia and a stop on the Nova Scotia Good Cheer Trail.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Hours of Operation: May 1st- October 1st
Monday to Saturday 11am -6pm
Sunday 11am-5pm
October 1st to December 31st
7 days a week 11am-5pm
January 1st to April 31st
Friday and Saturday 11am-5pm
Sunday 12pm-5pm
- Payment types: American Express, MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Planters-24-042-1920x1080-1-scaled.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Planters-24-045-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/26423.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/26424.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/26426.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/26427.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2_5_IMG_6672f.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/10_1_DSC5996f.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/tns15_TwoPlanks.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/tns17_edited_TwoPlanks.jpg
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Onsite amenities: Gift Shop, Parking, Picnic Tables
- Membership: Clean It Right, Good Cheer Trail, Taste of Nova Scotia
- Restaurant amenities: Patio, Reservations Recommended
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/plantersridge/
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/planters_ridge
- Business: Planters Ridge Winery / The Stay at Planters Ridge Winery
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.plantersridge.ca
- Notes:
- General area: 94, Wolfville Area
- Google rating: 4.6
- Primary contact: 1734, 2690
- Campaign category: 68, 69
- Restaurant type: Cocktail Lounge / Wine Bar, Contemporary Casual, Fine Dining / Gourmet
- Trip advisor: https://www.tripadvisor.ca/Attraction_Review-g1048259-d6951857-Reviews-Planters_Ridge-Port_Williams_Southwest_Nova_Scotia_Nova_Scotia.html
Pleasant Paddling
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pleasant-paddling/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/BlueRocks_PAR_2622_FINAL-1920x1080-1.jpg

- Listing type tax: 9
- Tours outdoors: Canoeing & Kayaking
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 245 The Point Road
- City: 94, Blue Rocks
- General area: 49, Lunenburg Area
- Latitude: 44.35450
- Longitude: -64.23512
- Phone: 902-541-9233
- Email: info@pleasantpaddling.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description:
Come enjoy Nova Scotia’s best sea kayaking with Pleasant Paddling! We offer guided sea kayak tours, kayak rentals, and kayaking lessons from our location in Blue Rocks, a picturesque fishing village near historic Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Islands, islands, and more islands! Paddle through the narrow passageways, lined with golden rockweed, of Blue Rocks’ sheltered, uninhabited islands. Explore hidden, sandy coves and rocky shoals, where many seals, seabirds and porpoises can be seen. Join one of our tours that showcase the best of this amazing area, from two hours to multi day trips.
All paddlers are welcome and no experience is necessary, as we provide instruction for both tours and rentals.
Give us a call today to book your spot. We’d love to get you out on the water!
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 16, 2026
- Open end date: October 12, 2026
- Payment types: MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/BlueRocks_PAR_2622_FINAL-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/BlueRocks_2022_09_TNS_DeanCas_highres_DJI_0626-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/BlueRocks_2022_09_TNS_DeanCas_highres_DJI_0641-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/DC_NS_DSCF7246-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/EXCELLERATOR-PLEASANT-PADDLING-PAR_1940Edit.tif-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/EXCELLERATOR-PLEASANT-PADDLING-PAR_2655Edit.tif-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/EXCELLERATOR-PLEASANT-PADDLING-PAR_2675Edit.tif-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/EXCELLERATOR-PLEASANT-PADDLING-PAR_2771Edit.tif-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/PAR_2159_FINAL-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Pleasant-Paddling-Lobster-Luminescence-1920x1080-1.jpg
- Online booking:
- Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pleasantpaddling/
- Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/pleasantpaddling/
- Twitter: http://twitter.com/ppaddling
- Business: Pleasant Paddling
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.pleasantpaddling.com
- Guided tour: 1
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.9
- Primary contact: 1397
- Highlights:
Experience Blue Rocks from a unique vantage point – the ocean.
Paddle in the beautiful calm waters along Nova Scotia’s coastline.
Choose from sea-kayak guided tours, rentals, and lessons.
- Equipment rental: Kayaks
Pleasant Street Living
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pleasant-street-living/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35170.webp

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Artisans, Shops & Galleries
- Artisan gallery type: Unique Shop
- Tara registration num: n/a
- Region: Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley
- Street address: 24 Pleasant Street
- Postal code: B0S 1B0
- City: 59, Bear River
- Latitude: 44.574616
- Longitude: -65.644117
- Phone: 902-467-1920
- Email: susan@pleasantstliving.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Pleasant Street Living combines our love of vintage and new. Everything that we love to make a house your home. Furniture and home accents, candles, art, books, cards, giftware, kitchenware, bath & body and pottery. The shop features a sweet pantry with dry goods such as Bear River Flour and other delicious Nova Scotia & international ingredients.
Everything in your daily tasks should be beautiful and a pleasure to use. Vintage mixing bowls, French rolling pins, linen towels to name a few. Kusmi Tea from Paris, luxurious Rousseau chocolates and a beautiful cookbook are a delicious reward after a day in the kitchen.
The shop is open 5 days a week and you can shop online 24/7. Delivery within Nova Scotia and international shipping are available.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Open start date: January 3, 1970
- Open end date: January 3, 1970
- Hours of Operation: Shop is closed mid-January until Easter.
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35170.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35171.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35172.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35173.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35174.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/37430.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/37431.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/37432.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/37433.webp
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Pleasant-Street-Living/100084526230724/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pleasant_street_living/
- Business: Pleasant Street Living
- Active listing: 1
- Notes:
- General area: 23, Digby/Digby Neck Area
- Google rating: 5
- Website: https://www.pleasantstliving.ca
- Primary contact: 2349
- Months open seasonally: January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Point Michaud Beach Provincial Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/point-michaud-beach-provincial-park/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29626.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Campground type: Provincial
- Tours outdoors: Beaches & Pools, Canoeing & Kayaking, Parks, Surf & Water Sports
- Beach type: Supervised/Lifeguarded
- Surf water sports type: Surfing
- Region: Cape Breton Island
- Street address: 3796 Point Michaud Road
- City: 678, Point Michaud
- Latitude: 45.592217
- Longitude: -60.680083
- Email: parkinfo@novascotia.ca
- Contact details: Email
- Description: Point Michaud Beach Provincial Park on Cape Breton Island (1 km / 0.5 mi east of Point Michaud, 3796 Hwy 247) is an exceptional 3-km / 2-mi sandy beach (supervised in July and August), backed by marram-covered sand dunes and large cranberry bogs. Some surfing opportunities. Other park features a boardwalk, picnic tables, change house, and vault toilets.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Hours of Operation: serviced May 17–Oct 14.
- Payment types:
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29626.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29627.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33376.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33377.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33378.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33379.webp
- Government level: Provincial
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NSProvincialParks
- Business: Department of Natural Resources and Renewables / Provincial Park
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://parks.novascotia.ca/content/point-michaud-beach
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.8
- Primary contact: 1662
- General area: 85, St. Peter's Area
Point Pleasant Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/point-pleasant-park/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_7807.jpg

- Listing type tax: 4, 9
- Attraction type: Gardens, Parks & Farms
- Tours outdoors: Parks, Trail
- Region: Halifax Metro
- Street address: 5530 Point Pleasant Drive
- City: 351, Halifax
- General area: 35, Halifax/Dartmouth Area
- Latitude: 44.626908
- Longitude: -63.571849
- Phone: 902-490-4700
- Contact details: Phone
- Description: Point Pleasant Park situated in the south end of the Halifax peninsula is a historic 75-hectare wooded park crisscrossed with 39 km of easy winding trails and wide paths, with many trails being wheelchair accessible.
At the western entrance, Tower Road at Point Pleasant Drive, a large map shows all walkways and points of interest that visitors to the park can experience, including Martello Tower and preserved ruins of early fortifications, coastal ecosystems, as well as cultural resources.
Dogs in Point Pleasant Park
The majority of Point Pleasant Park is an off-leash park, except for the following areas:
Sailors Memorial Way: no dogs allowed after 10am
Cambridge Drive: dogs must be on-leash at all times
Parking lots: dogs must be on-leash at all times
Cycling in Point Pleasant Park
Please note: Cyclists are permitted to ride on designated trails on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Biking is permitted on all main roads and pathways throughout the park during the week, but is restricted to the weekend route on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Cycling on wooded footpaths and off-trail cycling are not permitted.
Other park features include:
Black Rock Beach for swimming (unsupervised)
Popular summertime outdoor theatrical performances by Shakespeare by the Sea
Washroom facilities
The park can also be booked for weddings and special events.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Hours of Operation: 6am–midnight; limited winter maintenance.
- Rate details: Admission free.
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_7807.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/PointPleasant-Shakespeare-pano-2000x1500-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/37920.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/37921.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_3217.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/PointPleasant-Shakespeare-entrance-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/37922.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/30808.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/30810.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/30809.webp
- Onsite amenities: Parking, Picnic Tables
- Government level: Municipal
- Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/pppyhz
- Business: Halifax Regional Municipality
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.halifax.ca/recreation/parks-trails-gardens/parks-outdoor-spaces/point-pleasant-park
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.7
- Primary contact: 645
- Gardens parks & farms types: Parks
- Trail distance: 39
- Trail distance measurement: one way
- Trail type: Day use
- Trail surface: Gravel
- Trail difficulty level: Easy
- Trail pet policy: Leashed
- Trail uses: Cycling, Snowshoeing, Walking
Point Prim Lighthouse
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/point-prim-lighthouse/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35803.webp

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Lighthouse
- Region: Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley
- Street address: 1430 Lighthouse Road
- City: 52, Bay View
- General area: 23, Digby/Digby Neck Area
- Latitude: 44.691118
- Longitude: -65.785966
- Phone: 902-245-4455
- Email: heritage@digbymun.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Lighthouse (c 1817; the fourth one built on this site) with vertical red and white stripes. Interpretive panels; short walking trail. Spectacular views over the Bay of Fundy from the grounds; tower is not open to the public.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Rate details: Admission free
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35803.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35804.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35805.webp
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Onsite amenities: Parking, Picnic Tables
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Friends-of-Point-Prim/137408952950898
- Business: Municipality of Digby
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.digbytrails.ca/point-prim-lighthouse.html
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.7
- Primary contact: 1485
Pomquet Beach Cottages
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pomquet-beach-cottages/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/26184.webp

- Listing type tax: 3
- Accommodation type: Cabin/Cottage
- Tours outdoors: Canoeing & Kayaking
- Tara registration num: STR2627D2024
- Region: Northumberland Shore
- Street address: 198 Pomquet Beach Road
- City: 679, Pomquet
- General area: 4, Antigonish Area
- Latitude: 45.645153
- Longitude: -61.828324
- Phone: 902-971-0314
- Toll free: 855-240-2487
- Email: contactus@pomquetbeachcottages.com
- Contact details: Phone, Toll Free, Email
- Description: 5 air-conditioned housekeeping cottages (4 two-two-bedroom, 1 barrier-free; Q,sofa-bed), 4-pc bath, ceiling fans, SaTV, high-speed Internet, phone, washer, dryer, BBQ on deck. Play area, horseshoes, firepits, canoe, kayak, birdwatching. Next to beach park. Canoes and kayaks available for use on the property.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Low rate: 189
- High rate: 189
- Rate period: Per Night
- Rate details: weekly $1267
- Payment types: Discover, MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/26184.webp
- Accommodation common amenities: Air Conditioning, Kitchen/Kitchenette, TV (Cable/Sat TV/Smart)
- Onsite amenities: WiFi
- Cell service: Partial
- Pets policy: Pets welcome
- Number of units: 5
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pomquetbeachcottages
- Business: Pomquet Beach Cottages
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.pomquetbeachcottages.com
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.7
- Primary contact: 1234
- Ratings programs: Canada Select
- Cs rating cottage: 4.0
Pomquet Beach Provincial Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pomquet-beach-provincial-park/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/34779.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Campground type: Provincial
- Tours outdoors: Beaches & Pools, Parks
- Beach type: Ocean beach, Provincial Park Beach, Supervised/Lifeguarded
- Region: Northumberland Shore
- Street address: 432 Pomquet Beach Road
- City: 587, Monks Head
- General area: 4, Antigonish Area
- Latitude: 45.64485
- Longitude: -61.821417
- Email: parkinfo@novascotia.ca
- Contact details: Email
- Description: Pomquet Beach Provincial Park is located east of Antigonish (Taylor Road off Highway 104 between exits 35 and 36) in the Northumberland Shore region in the Acadian village of Pomquet.
This 3-km (2-mi) supervised beach (July and August) has the best example of dune succession in Nova Scotia. The beach has a gentle slope and occasional sand bars.
The beach is wheelchair-accessible; a new Mobi-Mat® was installed in 2018 along with the addition of a Mobi-Chair® lightweight floating beach wheelchair. Other park features include boardwalks, interpretive display, change house, and flush toilets. The park is available for group use.
Chez Deslauriers, an Acadian tea room, is located near the park, as well as a trail, and monthly summer festivals in Pomquet.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 17, 2025
- Open end date: October 14, 2025
- Hours of Operation: (dates subject to change)
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/34779.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/34780.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/34781.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Acadian_Trails_beach_Pomquet_Off-Track-Travel.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/IMG_2432_Antigonish.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/IMG_3604_Antigonish.jpg
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Onsite amenities: Parking, Picnic Tables, Public Washroom
- Government level: Provincial
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NSProvincialParks
- Business: Department of Natural Resources and Renewables / Provincial Park
- Website: http://parks.novascotia.ca/content/pomquet-beach
- Notes:
- Active listing: 1
- Primary contact: 1662
- Google rating: 4.6
Pondville Beach Provincial Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pondville-beach-provincial-park/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33381.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Campground type: Provincial
- Tours outdoors: Beaches & Pools, Canoeing & Kayaking, Parks
- Beach type: Ocean beach
- Region: Cape Breton Island
- Street address: 219 Pondville North Road
- City: 681, Pondville
- General area: 39, Isle Madame Area
- Latitude: 45.53865
- Longitude: -60.978017
- Email: parkinfo@novascotia.ca
- Contact details: Email
- Description: Pondville Beach Provincial Park, a picnic park on Cape Breton Island 2 km (1.5 mi) off Route 320 through Pondville, has a 1-km (0.5-mi) sandy beach (unsupervised), backed by gentle dunes, a large lagoon and a salt marsh.
Amenities include parking, change house and vault toilets.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 17, 2025
- Open end date: October 14, 2025
- Hours of Operation: (dates subject to change)
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33381.webp
- Government level: Provincial
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NSProvincialParks
- Business: Department of Natural Resources and Renewables / Provincial Park
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://parks.novascotia.ca/content/pondville-beach
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.5
- Primary contact: 1662
Port Bickerton Lighthouse Beach Park Trails
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/port-bickerton-lighthouse-beach-park-trail/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/11129.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Tours outdoors: Beaches & Pools, Trail
- Beach type: Ocean beach
- Region: Eastern Shore
- Street address: Highway 211
- City: 684, Port Bickerton
- General area: 81, Sherbrooke Area
- Latitude: 45.090544
- Longitude: -61.701445
- Description: The Port Bickerton Lighthouse walking trails system is made up of seven trails totaling about 3 1/2 km through a unique range of coastal terrain. We suggest that hikers wear either a hiking or running shoes. The trails are maintained by a dedicated group of volunteers from July 1st through the end of September each year. During the remaining months, the trails are not maintained but still open to the public although about 300 feet of boardwalk along Lovitt’s Nature Walk maybe removed for seasonal maintenance.
Located 30 minutes from Sherbrooke, the boardwalk takes you through interesting flora and fauna to a sandy beach where you can swim and take in panoramic views of the ocean.
A trail map can be found on the south side of the old pump house and trail guides are available online or at the interpretive center.
Trails:
O’Hara’s Loop
Kaiser’s Walk
Taylor’s Loop
Beiswanger’s Trail
Budge’s Trail
Lovitt’s Nature Walk
Lowe’s Trail
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/11129.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/11131.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/11132.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/11133.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/11134.webp
- Accommodation common amenities: Water / Ocean View
- Cell service: No service
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Port-Bickerton-Lighthouse/100064862672767/
- Business: Municipality of the District of Guysborough
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.portbickertonlighthouse.ca/walking-trails
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.7
- Primary contact: 726
- Trail distance: 3.5
- Trail uses: Hiking, Skiing, Snowshoeing, Walking
- Trail distance measurement: one way
- Trail type: Day use
- Trail surface: Gravel
- Trail difficulty level: Moderate
- Trail pet policy: Leashed
Port Bickerton Lighthouse Interpretive Centre
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/port-bickerton-lighthouse-interpretive-centre/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/11666.webp

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Lighthouse
- Museumhistoric site type: Interpretive Centre
- Beach type: Ocean beach
- Region: Eastern Shore
- Street address: 408 Lighthouse Road
- City: 684, Port Bickerton
- General area: 81, Sherbrooke Area
- Latitude: 45.089763
- Longitude: -61.696779
- Email: pbnslighthouse@gmail.com
- Contact details: Email
- Description: Located in a former lighthouse, the Centre provides a wealth of information about the lighthouses of Nova Scotia and celebrates the mysterious, mystical place of lighthouses in our history. The light tower on top on the centre and the oceanfront lookoff offer a wonderful view of the sea and the community of Port Bickerton.
An artist retreat is now located in the former lightkeeper’s residence. Check out our website or Facebook page for more details.
With 3.7 kilometers of nature trails, the interpretive centre and retreat are part of the Port Bickerton Lighthouse Beach Park.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: July 1, 2026
- Open end date: September 30, 2026
- Hours of Operation: Open daily 9am–5pm.
- Rate details: Admission $3
- Payment types: Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/11666.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/11667.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/11668.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/11669.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/11670.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/11671.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/11672.webp
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Onsite amenities: Gift Shop, Parking, Picnic Tables
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Port-Bickerton-Lighthouse/100064862672767/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/BickertonLight
- Business: Port Bickerton & Area Planning Association
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.portbickertonlighthouse.ca
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.7
- Primary contact: 1631
Port Hawkesbury Community Trails
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/port-hawkesbury-community-trails/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/14554.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Tours outdoors: Winter Activity, Hiking, Trail
- Winter activity type: Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing
- Region: Cape Breton Island
- Street address: Reeves Street
- City: 692, Port Hawkesbury
- Latitude: 45.623
- Longitude: -61.365
- Phone: 902-625-7891
- Contact details: Phone
- Description: Conveniently located in the Town of Port Hawkesbury, this wonderful system of all-season trails will appeal to both the avid and casual hiker. Discover a wide variety of plants and wildlife as the 10-kilometre trail system winds its way through majestic hardwood stands, softwood forests and along gently flowing brooks and streams. A series of rest areas inviting you to stop and enjoy the surrounding scenery can be found throughout the trail.
Parking is located at Grant’s Pond, Crandall Road and the Recreation Grounds. Look for the trail signs at these entry points – with helpful orientation signage featured along the trail system.
The Port Hawkesbury Trail System provides year-round experience for walkers, hikers, and cross-country skiers. Dogs are welcome but must be leashed within 200 metres of the entrance/exit areas.
Please note that the trails are unsupervised and the Town of Port Hawkesbury assumes no responsibility for the safety of trail users.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Payment types:
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/14554.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/14555.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/14556.webp
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/straittrails
- Business: Port Hawkesbury Community Trails
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.townofporthawkesbury.ca/parks-and-trails
- Notes:
- General area: 69, Port Hawkesbury Area
- Google rating: 4.3
- Primary contact: 1825
- Trail distance: 10
Port Hole Café & Gift Shop
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/port-hole-cafe-gift-shop/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/PortHole-exterior.jpg

- Listing type tax: 6
- Attraction type: Museum/Historic Site
- Museumhistoric site type: Archive, Memorial/Monument, Museum
- Eat drink type: Restaurant
- Region: Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley
- Street address: 8334 Highway 209
- City: 689, Port Greville
- General area: 65, Parrsboro Area
- Latitude: 45.414749
- Longitude: -64.5526
- Phone: 902-348-2030
- Email: gbsmsageofsail@yahoo.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: The Port Hole Cafe & Gift Shop is located in Port Greville near the town of Parrsboro in the Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley region, is part of The Age of Sail Museum complex which is comprised of six display buildings, including a re-purposed 1854 Methodist Church, a uniquely built ship building, an original working blacksmith shop, 1908 lighthouse, memorial garden and monument, wharf walkway and more.
This small café serves up light meals including popular items such as lobster rolls and chowders. Sit and enjoy a meal while overlooking the tidal river.
The onsite gift shop offers locally-made giftware and items to remember your visit, including items displaying our popular Age of Sail tartan.
Hours of Operation
Port Hole Café is open early May to late October, Thursday through Monday, 9:30am to 5pm
Age of Sail Museum is open Thursday to Monday, 9:30am to 5:30pm
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 1, 2026
- Open end date: October 26, 2026
- Payment types: Debit cards, MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/PortHole-exterior.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/34931.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/34930.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/34933.webp
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Onsite amenities: Gift Shop, Parking, Picnic Tables, Public Washroom, Restaurant/Canteen/Tea Room
- Restaurant amenities: 5
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ageofsailmuseum
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ageofsailca/
- Business: Greville Bay Shipbuilding Museum Society / Age of Sail Museum
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://ageofsailmuseum.ca/cafe-gift-shop/
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.2
- Primary contact: 74
- Languages spoken: French, German
- Restaurant type: Bakery/Cafe/Coffee House/Tea Room
Port Hood Beach
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/port-hood-beach/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/15718.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Tours outdoors: Beaches & Pools
- Beach type: Supervised/Lifeguarded
- Region: Cape Breton Island
- Street address: 40 Court Street
- City: 694, Port Hood
- Latitude: 46.021083
- Longitude: -61.538181
- Email: paul.deon@nsls.ns.ca
- Contact details: Email
- Description: Port Hood Beach is a sandy and well protected beach that overlooks Port Hood Island and a rock breakwater. The water is calm and very shallow in places due to sandbars, which allows it to heat up early in the season and stay warm – summer temperatures vary between 22 and 24C.
During July and August, this is the only supervised beach with lifeguards in the community. The supervised swimming area, marked by red and yellow flags, begins on the right side of the breakwater and extends about 100 metres to the right of the lifeguard chair.
Beach amenities include: washrooms, showers, and a canteen.
Mobi mats were installed on the sandy beach from the boardwalk to help beachgoers with wheelchairs and other mobility needs to access and enjoy the beach.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Hours of Operation: STC; supervised Jul-Aug, 10am-6pm
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/15718.webp
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nslifeguard
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/nslifeguard
- Business: Nova Scotia Lifeguard Service
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.lifesavingsociety.ns.ca/index.php/port-hood
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.5
- Primary contact: 722
- General area: 70, Port Hood Area
Port Hood Station Provincial Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/port-hood-station-provincial-park/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33384.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Campground type: Provincial
- Tours outdoors: Hiking, Canoeing & Kayaking, Parks
- Region: Cape Breton Island
- Street address: 8657 Highway 19
- City: 694, Port Hood
- Latitude: 46.003183
- Longitude: -61.52995
- Email: parkinfo@novascotia.ca
- Contact details: Email
- Description: Port Hood Station Provincial Park is a day-use picnic park with a 1km sand and cobble beach. A boardwalk trail leads you around the sand dunes and beside a salt marsh, offering great birding opportunities.
Park amenities include: picnic tables, boardwalk trail, change house, flush toilets, interpretive signage and parking.
The beach is located across the street from the Port Hood
trailhead for the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail, Nova Scotia’s first destination
trail for cyclists.
GPS: N46 00.191 W61 31.797
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 17, 2025
- Open end date: October 14, 2025
- Hours of Operation: (dates subject to change)
- Payment types:
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33384.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33385.webp
- Government level: Provincial
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NSProvincialParks
- Business: Department of Natural Resources and Renewables / Provincial Park
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://parks.novascotia.ca/content/port-hood-beach
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.7
- Primary contact: 1662
- General area: 70, Port Hood Area
Port Joli Head Trail – Kejimkujik Seaside
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/port-joli-head-trail-kejimkujik-seaside/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/20627.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Campground type: National
- Tours outdoors: Birding & Wildlife, Hiking, Trail
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 1188 St Catherine’s River Road
- City: 697, Port Joli
- Latitude: 43.840398
- Longitude: -64.857279
- Phone: 902-682-2772 (mid-May to Oct)
- Toll free: 877-737-3783
- Email: kejimkujik@pc.gc.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Toll Free, Email
- Description: The Port Joli Head Trail at Kejimkujik Seaside branches from the Harbour Rocks Trail, and crosses an extensive bog to a viewing platform overlooking Boyds Cove. The trail skirts clumps of coastal forest, which provide shelter for white-tailed deer and forest birds, and then follows the coast to Port Joli Head. Here you can witness the full force of the ocean. Crashing surf announces the energy of the waves, the wind whips salty spray into the air, cobblestones clatter as the waves recede, cries of gulls and eiders drift ashore, and the smell of seaweed is heavy in the air. Large boulders left behind by the glaciers sit perched on the rocky headlands, now encrusted with orange coastal lichens.
When you explore these headlands be careful to keep your distance from the water’s edge, since rogue waves can wash across them.
From Port Joli Head, the trail loops along the shoreline to Harbour Rocks Beach.
Trailhead: Departs from Kejimkujik Seaside parking lot
Significant Feature: Hike the headlands of Kejimkujik Seaside. Watch the swells roll in from the North Atlantic Ocean and waves crash against the cobble beach. Experience forests which are stunted by the rugged weather of the Atlantic seacoast.
Length: 8 kilometres (5 miles) return to the parking lot
Hiking Time: 2.5 hours
Trail surface: Gravel and unmaintained footpaths
Trail Rating: Moderate
The trails at Kejimkujik (Maitland Bridge, NS) and at Kejimkujik Seaside (Port Joli, NS) showcase an incredible variety of habitats, scenery and places of cultural and historical significance. Please visit our website for maps and information on visitor safety and visitor services.
Be responsible for your safety:
Ensure that dogs are kept leashed and do not approach, disturb or feed wild animals
Take along appropriate clothing – rapid weather changes often occur at Kejimkujik Seaside
Have adequate sun protection (hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses) and carry water with you, especially for longer trails, climbs or open barrens
Wear proper hiking footwear. Trail surface is variable and includes both graveled and natural surfaces, uneven terrain, loose beach cobble, and wet surfaces
Bring insect repellent as black flies and mosquitoes are common all summer
Stay on designated paths and boardwalks to protect fragile vegetation and to reduce your chances of encountering ticks
Mountain bikes are permitted only where indicated, for visitor safety and protection of the environment
Tell someone where you’re going and when you’ll be back
Date Details/Hours of Operation
Visit the website for hours and seasonal information. No maintenance in off-season.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/20627.webp
- Accommodation common amenities: 34
- Government level: National
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kejimkujik
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parks.canada/?hl=en
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dplt78Rjw9c
- Business: Parks Canada - Mainland NS
- Active listing: 1
- Notes:
- General area: 72, Port Mouton Area
- Google rating: 4.7
- Website: http://parks.canada.ca/keji-seaside
- Primary contact: 94, 2236
- Trail distance: 8
- Trail distance measurement: loop/return
- Trail type: Day use
- Trail surface: Gravel
- Trail difficulty level: Moderate
- Trail pet policy: Leashed
- Trail uses: Hiking, Snowshoeing, Walking
- Highlights: From April into late summer each year, public access to St. Catherines River Beach and Little Port Joli Beach are restricted by Parks Canada staff during nesting season for the endangered Piping Plover. Please respect the closed off beach areas and do not enter roped off sections protecting vital, sensitive nesting areas.
Port l’Hebert Provincial Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/port-lhebert-provincial-park/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/PortLHebertPP-1920x1080-1.jpg

- Listing type tax: 9
- Campground type: Provincial
- Tours outdoors: Birding & Wildlife, Parks, Trail
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 11183 Highway 103
- City: 251, East Side Port l’Hébert
- Latitude: 43.874466
- Longitude: -64.963743
- Email: parkinfo@novascotia.ca
- Contact details: Email
- Description: Port L’Hebert Provincial Park is a 71 ha outdoor recreation park located off Hwy 103 near Port Joli (about 25 minutes south of Liverpool).
The site features a 2.1 km looped trail through hardwoods and granite boulders left by retreating glaciers and providing a pleasant walk with an attractive view of the coast. Potential for cross-country skiing.
Site is adjacent a federal migratory bird sanctuary and near Thomas Raddall Provincial Park and Kejimkujik National Park Seaside Adjunct. Located about 25 minutes south of Liverpool.
Services include a parking lot, picnic area and vault toilets.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 17, 2025
- Open end date: October 14, 2025
- Hours of Operation: (dates subject to change)
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/PortLHebertPP-1920x1080-1.jpg
- Government level: Provincial
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NSProvincialParks
- Business: Department of Natural Resources and Renewables / Provincial Park
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://parks.novascotia.ca/content/port-l%E2%80%99hebert
- Notes:
- General area: 71, Port l'Hébert/Sable River Area
- Google rating: 4.4
- Primary contact: 1662
- Trail distance: 2.1
- Trail distance measurement: loop/return
- Trail type: Day use
- Trail surface: Gravel
- Trail difficulty level: Easy
- Trail pet policy: Leashed
- Trail uses: Hiking, Skiing, Snowshoeing, Walking
Port Maitland Beach Provincial Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/port-maitland-beach-provincial-park/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33432.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Campground type: Provincial
- Tours outdoors: Beaches & Pools, Parks, Stargazing
- Beach type: Ocean beach, Provincial Park Beach, Supervised/Lifeguarded
- Region: Yarmouth & Acadian Shores
- Street address: 3297 Main Shore Road
- City: 701, Port Maitland
- General area: 95, Yarmouth Area
- Latitude: 43.984833
- Longitude: -66.15375
- Email: parkinfo@novascotia.ca
- Contact details: Email
- Description: Port Maitland Beach in the Yarmouth and Acadian Shores region offers a 1-km sand and cobble beach backed by a grassy picnic area and dunes. The park has supervised swimming in the summer months of July and August.
The nearby wharf and fishing boats are favourite subjects for painters and photographers. Beach is also a popular spot for stargazing at night.
Park amenities include change houses and vault toilets.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 17, 2025
- Open end date: October 14, 2025
- Hours of Operation: (dates subject to change)
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- Government level: Provincial
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NSProvincialParks
- Business: Department of Natural Resources and Renewables / Provincial Park
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://parks.novascotia.ca/content/port-maitland-beach
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.8
- Primary contact: 1662
Port Medway Lighthouse Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/port-medway-lighthouse-park/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/7057.webp

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Gardens, Parks & Farms, Lighthouse
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 1687 Port Medway Road
- Postal code: B0J 2T0
- City: 702, Port Medway
- Latitude: 44.131696
- Longitude: -64.575151
- Phone: 902-354-5741
- Toll free: 800-655-5741
- Email: info@regionofqueens.com
- Contact details: Phone, Toll Free, Email
- Description: Port Medway Lighthouse Park, is an oceanside park situated on Nova Scotia’s South Shore near the town of Liverpool, next to a working wharf. Stroll the walking paths and boardwalk walkways to learn about the area’s history through the park’s interpretive panels that depict our rich maritime history, including local shipbuilding and the two Medway lighthouses.
Bring a picnic and enjoy it in the gazebo or find a spot by the gardens or near the lighthouse while taking in the views over Medway Bay and the restored lighthouse (c 1899).
The stone warehouse building next to the park hosts many summer and fall events and activities such as art shows and exhibits.
The Port Medway Lighthouse Park is open year-round however there is no winter maintenance. Onsite washroom facilities are available June to October; one accessible portable toilet is available May 15 – October 31.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
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- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Onsite amenities: Parking, Picnic Tables, Public Washroom
- Business: Region of Queens Municipality
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.regionofqueens.com/municipal-services/recreation/parks/port-medway/
- Notes:
- Primary contact: 1747
- Google rating: 4.6
- Gardens parks & farms types: Parks
- General area: 46, Liverpool Area
Port Shoreham Beach Provincial Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/port-shoreham-beach-provincial-park/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/8281.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Campground type: Provincial
- Tours outdoors: Beaches & Pools, Parks
- Beach type: Ocean beach
- Region: Eastern Shore
- Street address: 1720 Highway 344
- City: 707, Port Shoreham
- General area: 33, Guysborough Area
- Latitude: 45.426117
- Longitude: -61.3991
- Email: parkinfo@novascotia.ca
- Contact details: Email
- Description: Port Shoreham Beach Provincial Park, located 1 km (0.5 mi) off Highway 344 in the Eastern Shore region not far from the town of Guysborough, is a sand and cobble beach. Picnic tables are scattered on the back beach.
Park amenities include change houses and vault toilets.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 17, 2025
- Open end date: October 14, 2025
- Hours of Operation: (dates subject to change)
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/8281.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/8282.webp
- Government level: Provincial
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NSProvincialParks
- Business: Department of Natural Resources and Renewables / Provincial Park
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://parks.novascotia.ca/content/port-shoreham-beach
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.7
- Primary contact: 1662
Port Wade Glamping Domes
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/port-wade-glamping-domes/
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- Listing type tax: 3
- Accommodation type: Geodesic Dome
- Tara registration num: STR2627B8795
- Region: Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley
- Street address: 1919 Granville Road
- Postal code: B0S 1A0
- City: 708, Port Wade
- Latitude: 44.687649
- Longitude: -65.697115
- Phone: 902-247-0501
- Email: stay@portwadeglampingdomes.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Stay with Port Wade Glamping Domes where you’ll experience a unique stay in one of our two geodesic domes, each with modern interior featuring all of the comforts of home, a view of the Annapolis Basin and the dramatic Bay of Fundy tides and a skylight perfect for stargazing at night.
Choose between our two domes:
The Diamond is equipped with a 3 piece bathroom with shower, a kitchenette with all essentials, coffee/latté machine with locally roasted coffee and blended teas, a comfy king bed with luxurious linens, and a pullout chaise queen sleeper sofa.
The Emerald is our wheelchair accessible dome which includes a ramped entrance, barrier-free bathroom with a roll-in shower, a kitchenette with a lowered counter and essentials including a coffee/latté machine with locally roasted coffee and blended teas, a comfy queen bed with luxurious linens and a double pullout couch.
Our location is the perfect escape in the Annapolis Valley while remaining close to the many attractions, eateries, and amenities in the Annapolis Royal area.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Low rate: 225
- Rate period: Per Night
- Cancellation policy: 7 days notice prior to your - full refund of your deposit. Less than 7 days but more than 48 hours noticewould be a refund of your deposit less a $25 admin fee. Less than 48 hours or a no show would forfeitdeposit.
- Rate details: $225 +hst per night, 2 Adults, Min 2 nights
- Payment types: American Express, MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29456.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29457.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29458.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29459.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29460.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29461.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29462.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29463.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29464.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/29465.webp
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Accommodation common amenities: Air Conditioning, Kitchen/Kitchenette, Water / Ocean View
- Onsite amenities: Parking, WiFi
- Pets policy: Pets on premises, Pets welcome
- Number of units: 2
- Online booking:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PortWadeGlampingDomes
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portwadeglampingdomes
- Business: Port Wade Glamping Domes
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.portwadeglampingdomes.ca
- Notes:
- Google rating: 5
- Primary contact: 2324
- Campaign category: 228
- General area: 3, Annapolis Royal Area
- Tiktok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZM8C79YF1
Port-Royal National Historic Site
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/port-royal-national-historic-site/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33567.webp

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Museum/Historic Site
- Museumhistoric site type: Historic Site
- Tours outdoors: Parks
- Tara registration num: n/a
- Region: Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley
- Street address: 53 Historic Lane
- City: 706, Port Royal
- General area: 3, Annapolis Royal Area
- Latitude: 44.711658875129935
- Longitude: -65.60750394219131
- Phone: 902-532-2898 (May to October)
- Toll free: 888-773-8888
- Email: portroyal@pc.gc.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Toll Free, Email
- Description: French follows below | Le français suit ci dessous
Port-Royal National Historic Site features a reconstruction of a French Habitation and provides a living history experience. From kitchen and forge to Artisan’s quarters and trading room, each room has a function and visitors are invited to interact with its contents. Additionally, as you explore, you’ll likely meet a French colonist. Sit and have a chat with them as they share their work and personal stories including their friendship with the Mi’kmaq.
When French merchant and explorer, Pierre Dugua, Sieur de Mons, and his cartographer, Samuel de Champlain, scouted for an area to settle in 1604, they originally chose the Saint Croix Island in the Saint Croix River between Maine and New Brunswick. However, after a particularly harsh winter on the island, during which half of the 79 colonists died of scurvy, de Mons realized he needed to find a more sheltered location that also offered a reliable source of water, farmland and wood.
Port-Royal, Nova Scotia
The colony was relocated to Nova Scotia to the head of what would later be called the Annapolis Basin. Champlain declared that the site was “the most suitable and pleasant for a settlement that we had seen.” They called the spot Port-Royal, in recognition of the French king who had granted de Mons a monopoly on the area’s fur trade, and it became the first attempt of a permanent European settlement north of Florida.
Port-Royal History
Port-Royal was one of the first European settlements in North America, leaving a lasting legacy on the area that can still be felt today.
The Mi’kmaq people, who had lived in the region for thousands of years prior to the arrival of the colonists, welcomed the French and a friendship and alliance was formed.
Champlain and the men never forgot the hardships they had experienced on St. Croix and worked to make entertainment a regular part of life at Port-Royal. This included a theatrical performance titled The Theatre of Neptune in New France and founding the now famous Order of Good Cheer (l’Ordre du Bon-Temps in French), which saw the men enjoying lavish meals and festivities through the winter of 1606-1607. The Order is still active to this day.
Despite its success, Port-Royal’s future as a permanent settlement was cut short when the French king revoked de Mons’ monopoly. In the fall of 1607, the colonists returned to France, leaving the habitation in the hands of their Mi’kmaq allies until their return in 1610.
Sadly, in 1613 while the settlers were away, an English expedition from Virginia looted and burned the Habitation.
Present-Day Port-Royal
Today, the Port-Royal National Historic Site of Canada features a reconstruction of the settlement’s early 17th- century buildings, including the distinctive, closed-in quadrangle known as the Habitation. Visitors can step back into the earliest days of French exploration to gain an impression of the place where these early settlers lived.
Date Details/Hours of Operation
Open daily 9 am to 5 pm.
Services change with the seasons.
The grounds are open year-round.
Lieu historique national de Port Royal
Le lieu historique national de Port Royal présente une reconstitution de l’Habitation française et offre une expérience d’histoire vivante. De la cuisine à la forge en passant par les quartiers des artisans et la salle de traite, chaque pièce a une fonction, et les visiteurs sont invités à interagir avec son contenu. En outre, au cours de votre visite, vous rencontrerez probablement un colon français. Asseyez vous et discutez avec lui de son travail et de ses histoires personnelles, y compris son amitié avec les Mi’kmaq.
Lorsque le marchand et explorateur français Pierre Dugua, sieur de Mons, et son cartographe Samuel de Champlain ont cherché une région où s’installer en 1604, ils ont d’abord choisi l’île Sainte Croix, dans la rivière Sainte Croix, entre le Maine et le Nouveau Brunswick. Cependant, après un hiver particulièrement rude sur l’île, au cours duquel la moitié des 79 colons sont morts du scorbut, de Mons s’est rendu compte qu’il devait trouver un endroit plus abrité offrant également une source d’eau fiable, des terres agricoles et du bois.
Port Royal, Nouvelle Écosse
La colonie a été déplacée en Nouvelle Écosse, à la tête de ce qui sera appelé plus tard le bassin Annapolis. Champlain a déclaré que le lieu était « le plus propre et le plus agréable à habiter que nous eussions vu ». Ils ont baptisé l’endroit Port Royal, en reconnaissance du roi de France ayant accordé à de Mons un monopole sur le commerce des fourrures de la région. Il s’agit de la première tentative d’établissement d’une colonie européenne permanente au nord de la Floride.
Histoire de Port Royal
Port Royal a été l’une des premières colonies européennes en Amérique du Nord, ce qui a laissé dans la région un héritage durable encore perceptible aujourd’hui.
Les Mi’kmaq, qui vivaient dans la région depuis des milliers d’années avant l’arrivée des colons, ont accueilli les Français. Une amitié et une alliance se sont formées.
Champlain et ses hommes n’ont jamais oublié les rudes épreuves vécues à Sainte Croix et se sont efforcés d’intégrer des formes de divertissement à la vie quotidienne à Port Royal. Par exemple, une pièce de théâtre intitulée Le Théâtre de Neptune en Nouvelle France a été présentée, et le désormais célèbre Ordre du Bon Temps, qui a permis aux hommes de profiter de repas somptueux et de festivités pendant tout l’hiver 1606 1607, a été fondé. L’Ordre est actif à ce jour.
Malgré ce succès, l’avenir de Port Royal comme lieu d’établissement permanent a été interrompu quand le roi de France a révoqué le monopole de de Mons. À l’automne 1607, les colons retournent en France, laissant l’Habitation aux mains de leurs alliés mi’kmaq jusqu’à leur retour, en 1610.
Malheureusement, en 1613, alors que les colons sont absents, une expédition anglaise de Virginie pille et brûle l’Habitation.
Port Royal aujourd’hui
Aujourd’hui, le lieu historique national de Port Royal présente une reconstitution des bâtiments du début du XVIIe siècle, y compris le quadrilatère fermé caractéristique connu sous le nom d’Habitation. Les visiteurs peuvent se plonger dans les premiers jours de l’exploration française et se faire une idée de l’endroit où vivaient ces premiers colons.
Plus d’informations/heures d’ouverture
Ouvert tous les jours, 9 h à 17 h.
Les services varient au fil des saisons.
Les terrains sont ouverts toute l’année.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 15, 2026
- Open end date: October 11, 2026
- Rate details: Admission charged.
- Payment types: American Express, Debit cards, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
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- Accommodation common amenities: 36
- Onsite amenities: Gift Shop, Parking, Picnic Tables, Public Washroom
- Government level: National
- Membership: Good Cheer Trail
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ParksCanadaAnnapolis/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parks.canada/
- Youtube: https://youtu.be/xv1pwR0CGOM
- Business: Parks Canada - Mainland NS
- Active listing: 1
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.8
- Website: http://parks.canada.ca/portroyal
- Primary contact: 94, 2236
- Campaign category: 72, 67
- Highlights: The Canada Strong Pass is back! Enjoy free admission and 25% off camping and overnight stays from June 19 to September 7, 2026.
Le laissez-passer Un Canada fort est de retour! Profitez de l’entrée gratuite et d’une réduction de 25 % sur les frais de camping et d’hébergement du 19 juin au 7 septembre 2026.
- Languages spoken: French
Porters Lake Provincial Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/porters-lake-provincial-park/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/5249.webp

- Listing type tax: 5, 9
- Campground type: Provincial
- Tours outdoors: Beaches & Pools, Boating & Sailing, Canoeing & Kayaking, Parks, Sport Fishing
- Beach type: Freshwater beach, Provincial Park Beach
- Boating sailing type: Public Boat Launch
- Tara registration num: exempt
- Region: Eastern Shore
- Street address: 1160 West Porter’s Lake Road
- City: 940, West Porter’s Lake
- General area: 45, Lawrencetown Beach Area
- Latitude: 44.691105
- Longitude: -63.308892
- Phone: 902-827-2250
- Toll free: 888-544-3434
- Email: parkinfo@novascotia.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Toll Free, Email
- Description: Porters Lake Provincial Park is located just minutes from metropolitan Halifax/Dartmouth. This park is the perfect escape from the city but close enough for day trips to visit the many attractions in the area. Porters Lake offers a quiet lakeside setting with a wide variety of outdoor activities including camping, hiking, picnicking, boating, canoeing, water skiing, and freshwater lake fishing.
Nearby things to do
Halifax: Halifax’s historic waterfront, Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, Maritime Museum of Natural History, Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, Discovery Centre
Porter’s Lake area: Hope for Wildlife in Seaforth
Cole Harbour area: Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park, Rainbow Haven Beach Provincial Park, Cole Harbour Heritage Farm Museum, Cole Harbour Heritage Park Trails
Cherry Brook: Black Cultural Heritage Centre
West Chezzetcook: Old Acadian House
Eastern Passage: Fishermans Cove
Jeddore-Oyster Pond: Fisherman’s Life Museum
Campground accommodations include:
80 partially wooded overnight sites (70 unserviced; 10 pullthroughs with water and electrical services
3 wheelchair accessible sites
Park amenities include:
Flush toilets
showers
disposal station
public boat launch
small unsupervised campers beach
fire grills
wood
ice
Wi-FI is available at the park office (password required).
This is a Campground Host park. Leashed pets permitted.
Outdoor activities that you can do in Porters Lake Provincial Park:
Canoeing
Fishing
Hiking
Kayaking
Directions
Hwy 107 East, Exit 19, 5 km (3.5 mi) south OR Hwy 107 West, Exit 20 to Hwy 7, west 6.5 km, turn left on West Porter’s Lake Rd, 8 km.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Months open seasonally: June, July, August, September, October
- Hours of Operation: (dates subject to change)
- Low rate: 27
- High rate: 36
- Rate period: Per Night
- Payment types: Debit cards, MasterCard, Visa
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- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Onsite amenities: Parking, Picnic Tables, WiFi
- Campground amenity: Beach Access, Disposal Station, Electrical Hook-Up, Flush Toilets, Pull-Through Sites, Showers, Swimming (Fresh Water), Unserviced Sites, Water Hook-Up, Water / Ocean View Sites
- Government level: Provincial
- Pets policy: Pets welcome
- Number of units: 80
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NSProvincialParks
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/NS_parks
- Business: Department of Natural Resources and Renewables / Provincial Park
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://parks.novascotia.ca/content/porters-lake
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.4
- Num short term campground units: 80
- Primary contact: 1662
- Tara exempt: 1
- Open start date: May 15, 2025
- Open end date: October 12, 2025
Portlander Jamaican Restaurant
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/portlander-jamaican-restaurant/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/526115146_786483080691683_1590871857878098005_n.jpg

- Active listing: 1
- Business: Portlander Jamaican Restaurant
- Primary contact: 3392
- Listing type tax: 6
- Google rating: 4.8
- Eat drink type: Restaurant
- Region: Northumberland Shore
- Street address: 12 Prince Arthur St
- City: 10, Amherst
- General area: 2, Amherst/Tidnish Area
- Postal code: B4H 1V4
- Latitude: 45.8318497
- Longitude: -64.21135149999999
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Portlander Jamaican Restaurant – The Taste & Spirit of Jamaica
A visit to Amherst isn’t complete without a stop at Portlander Jamaican Restaurant. More than a place to eat, Portlander is a destination where authentic Jamaican culture, warm hospitality, and unforgettable flavours come together.
Owner Donna, originally from Portland Parish, Jamaica, brings generations of family recipes and traditions to every meal. Inspired by lessons learned from her grandmother, she prepares authentic Jamaican dishes using fresh ingredients, freshly ground spices, and traditional slow-cooking methods that deliver bold, vibrant flavour in every bite.
Signature dishes include authentic Jerk Chicken, slow-braised Oxtail, Beef Patties, and the famous Portlander Fish & Chips- often described by guests as some of the best they have ever tasted. Every meal is made with care, pride, and a commitment to quality and freshness.
The restaurant’s jerk dishes showcase the true flavours of Jamaica. Meats are seasoned with handcrafted spice blends and traditional herbs and seasonings, creating the perfect balance of smoky, spicy, earthy, and sweet flavours that make Jamaican cuisine so distinctive.
At Portlander, hospitality is as important as the food. Rooted in Jamaica’s tradition of welcoming guests like family, Donna creates an atmosphere filled with warmth, respect, community, and good energy. Meals are more than nourishment-they are an expression of culture, connection, and love.
Whether you’re a local resident or exploring Nova Scotia, Portlander Jamaican Restaurant offers an authentic Caribbean experience that transports visitors to the heart of Jamaica through flavour, culture, and genuine hospitality.
This is a must-stop when visiting Amherst- and a destination worth the trip.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Hours of Operation: Tuesday – Thursday 11:30 am – 6:30 pm
- Payment types: MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/526115146_786483080691683_1590871857878098005_n.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Donna-Portlander.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Fish-and-Chips.png, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/oxtail.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Portlander-3.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Portlander-Jerk-Meal.jpg
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Restaurant amenities: Vegetarian Options
- Restaurant type: Fast Casual
- Restaurant specialties: Caribbean & Cuban, Fish & Chips, Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
- Website: https://www.portlanderjamaicanrestaurant.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Portlanderjamaicanrestaurantnovascotia/
- Trip advisor: https://www.tripadvisor.ca/Restaurant_Review-g182200-d11843519-Reviews-Portlander_Jamaican_Restaurant-Amherst_Nova_Scotia.html
- Notes:
- Phone: 902-660-2890
- Email: contact@portlanderjamaicanrestaurant.com
Powells Point Provincial Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/powells-point-provincial-park/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/11136.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Campground type: Provincial
- Tours outdoors: Beaches & Pools, Boating & Sailing, Parks, Winter Activity
- Beach type: Ocean beach
- Boating sailing type: Public Boat Launch
- Winter activity type: Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing
- Region: Northumberland Shore
- Street address: 8049 Pictou Landing Road
- City: 467, Little Harbour (New Glasgow area)
- General area: 60, New Glasgow Area
- Latitude: 45.649483
- Longitude: -62.56765
- Email: parkinfo@novascotia.ca
- Contact details: Email
- Description: Powells Point Provincial Park is situated in the Northumberland Shore region (Highway 104, Exit 27 to Route 4 to Woodburn Road, left on Shore Road to Route 348 S. 1.5 km to park).
The park boasts a large picnic area by the warmest salt water in Nova Scotia, with a sandy beach on one side and rocky on the other. For those with kayaks, the park has a boat launch.
Winter recreation opportunities such as snowshoeing and cross-country skiing are permitted here.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 17, 2025
- Open end date: October 14, 2025
- Hours of Operation: (dates subject to change)
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/11136.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/11137.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/11138.webp
- Government level: Provincial
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NSProvincialParks
- Business: Department of Natural Resources and Renewables / Provincial Park
- Website: http://parks.novascotia.ca/content/powells-point
- Notes:
- Active listing: 1
- Primary contact: 1662
- Google rating: 4.6
Power House Art Gallery and Studio
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/power-house-art-gallery-and-studio/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/10511.webp

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Artisans, Shops & Galleries
- Artisan gallery type: Artist/Artisan Studio
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 129 Lincoln Street
- City: 507, Lunenburg
- Latitude: 44.377686
- Longitude: -64.313479
- Phone: 902-640-3363 or 902-212-1237
- Email: power.house.art@gmail.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Come visit our diverse and extensive collection of local art and Canadian Inuit sculpture and prints. Owners Lynn Misner (vibrant land and skyscapes in oils) and Stephen Ernst (traditional large format photography) welcome you to their circa 1869 studio gallery in historic Lunenburg.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 1, 2026
- Open end date: December 31, 2026
- Hours of Operation: Thursday to Monday, 10-5pm, open by chance or appointment on Tuesday and Wednesday
- Payment types: American Express, MasterCard, Visa
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- Business: Power House Art
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.powerhouseartists.com
- Notes:
- General area: 49, Lunenburg Area
- Google rating: 4.7
- Primary contact: 1529
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Power-House-Art-Gallery-and-Studio/100057717697390/#
Premiere Suites
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/premiere-suites/
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- Listing type tax: 3
- Accommodation type: Apartment, Condo & House
- Tara registration num: STR2627C8806
- Region: Halifax Metro
- City: 351, Halifax
- General area: 35, Halifax/Dartmouth Area
- Latitude: 44.643696
- Longitude: -63.569504
- Toll free: 1-888-575-7808
- Email: business.solutions@premieresuites.com
- Contact details: Toll Free, Email
- Description: Premiere Suites Halifax – Premium Short-Term Rentals
Premiere Suites Halifax proudly serves the Atlantic region with premium, fully furnished short-term rentals in Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, and Moncton. We offer a wide selection of thoughtfully designed 1–5 bedroom condos and houses, providing the space, comfort, and privacy you need, whether you’re travelling for work or leisure, relocating, or between homes.
Spacious, Move-In Ready Suites
All of our furnished apartments are move-in ready and spacious, with separate bedrooms, living and dining areas, and a dedicated workspace. Ideal for individuals and families, our pet-friendly rentals come fully equipped with kitchens, cookware, dinnerware, in-suite laundry, linens, towels, Wi-Fi, cable, and all utilities. Some properties offer additional amenities like a pool, fitness centre, and on-site concierge, and all are conveniently located near shops, restaurants, and local conveniences.
Professional Service & Flexibility
Professionally managed, accredited, and insured, our suites include 24/7 guest support, all-inclusive pricing, and complimentary bi-weekly housekeeping for stays of three weeks or longer, making every stay simple, flexible, and worry-free.
National Strength, Local Care
Canadian-owned and operated for over 25 years, we’re part of Canada’s largest provider of furnished corporate housing, giving you access to 10,000+ suites from coast to coast while still providing attentive local service through our Halifax team, ensuring you feel supported from the moment you arrive.
Your Home Away From Home
Premiere Suites Halifax combines comfort, reliability, and convenience. Your home away from home in Halifax and across Canada.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Low rate: 200
- High rate: 350
- Rate period: Per Night
- Rate details: discount for long-term stay
- Payment types: MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/NS-2-1920x1080-1.png, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/NS-3-1920x1080-1.png, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/NS-4-1920x1080-1.png, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/NS-5-1920x1080-1.png, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/NS-6-1920x1080-1.png, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/NS-7-1920x1080-1.png, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/NS-8-1920x1080-1.png, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/NS-9-1920x1080-1.png, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/NS-10-1920x1080-1.png
- Accommodation common amenities: Air Conditioning, Fitness Centre / Gym, Kitchen/Kitchenette, Pool (Indoor), Pool (Outdoor), TV (Cable/Sat TV/Smart)
- Onsite amenities: Parking, WiFi
- Campground amenity: Pool (Indoor)
- Pets policy: Pets welcome
- Number of units: 29
- Online booking:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/premieresuites
- Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/premieresuites
- Business: Premiere Executive Suites
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.premieresuites.com/furnished-apartments/halifax/?#p
- Notes:
- Primary contact: 195
- Google rating: 3.8
- Ratings programs: Canada Select
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/premieresuitescanada/?hl=en
- Cs rating apartment: 4.0
- Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@premieresuitescanada
Press Gang Restaurant & Oyster Bar
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/press-gang-restaurant-oyster-bar/
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- Listing type tax: 6
- Eat drink type: Restaurant
- Region: Halifax Metro
- Street address: 5218 Prince Street
- Postal code: B3J 3X4
- City: 351, Halifax
- Latitude: 44.647071
- Longitude: -63.574403
- Phone: 902-423-8816
- Email: thepressgang@eastlink.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Located in the heart of downtown Halifax, The Press Gang inhabits one of the city’s oldest historic stone structures, dating back to 1759. Visit our famous Oyster Bar for a selection of Maritime oysters, succulent appetizers and an extensive list of fine wines, scotch and world-class cocktails. Enjoy our grand piano, played by some of Halifax’s finest musicians every Friday and Saturday night.
The Press Gang Restaurant & Oyster Bar is a member of Taste of Nova Scotia and a stop on the Nova Scotia Lobster Trail and Nova Scotia Chowder Trail.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Hours of Operation: Wednesday: 5:00pm to 10:00pm; Thursday to Saturday: 5:00pm to 11:00pm
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/17724.webp
- Membership: Chowder Trail, Lobster Trail, Taste of Nova Scotia
- Restaurant amenities: Live Entertainment, Reservations Recommended
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepressganghfx/
- Business: The Press Gang Restaurant & Oyster Bar
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.thepressgang.ca
- Notes:
- General area: 35, Halifax/Dartmouth Area
- Google rating: 4.6
- Primary contact: 1615
- Restaurant type: Fine Dining / Gourmet
Prince Alfred Arch and Graeme Ferguson Memorial Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/prince-alfred-arch-and-graeme-ferguson-memorial-park/
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- Active listing: 1
- Business: Prince Alfred Arch and Graeme Ferguson Memorial Park
- Primary contact: 3303
- Listing type tax: 4
- Google rating: 4.0
- Attraction type: Gardens, Parks & Farms
- Gardens parks & farms types: Parks
- Region: Eastern Shore
- Street address: 94 Jennings Settlement Road
- City: 846, Tangier
- General area: 79, Sheet Harbour Area
- Postal code: B0J 3H0
- Latitude: 44.80103726470547
- Longitude: -62.69220853197138
- Description: The park is dedicated to Graeme Kent Ferguson, a founding member of the Tangier Gold Mine Historical Society. It features picnic facilities and views of the offshore islands where early European settlers lived before moving to the mainland. Visitors often see many kinds of birds and kayakers in the surrounding waters.
Tangier was the site of the first commercial gold mining operation in Nova Scotia.
The Prince Alfred Arch was installed by the Tangier Gold Mine Historical Society to commemorate visits to the mines by Prince Alfred, the second son of Queen Victoria, and Prince Napoléon of France.
Tangier is also a gateway to the 100 Wild Islands which can be seen from the Park, and the opportunity for a wilderness experience. Settlers in this area inhabited these islands for many years before moving to the mainland.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Prince-Alfred-Arch.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/20240524_112324-Arch-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/20240524_112340-Arch-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/20240524_112348-Arch-1920x1080-1.jpg
- Onsite amenities: Parking, Picnic Tables
- Website: https://discoverhalifaxns.com/listings/prince-alfred-arch-and-graeme-ferguson-memorial-park/
- Notes:
Prince George Hotel
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/prince-george-hotel/
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- Listing type tax: 3
- Accommodation type: Hotel
- Eat drink type: Restaurant
- Tara registration num: STR2627T5454
- Region: Halifax Metro
- Street address: 1725 Market Street
- Postal code: B3J 3N9
- City: 351, Halifax
- General area: 35, Halifax/Dartmouth Area
- Latitude: 44.647229
- Longitude: -63.576288
- Phone: 902-425-1986
- Toll free: 800-565-1567
- Email: ask@princegeorgehotel.com
- Contact details: Phone, Toll Free, Email
- Description: The Prince George Hotel is a 4-diamond hotel located in downtown Halifax, perfectly situated to enjoy the area’s finest shopping, dining and entertainment. You’re within walking distance of Halifax’s historic waterfront, the Public Gardens and the Neptune Theatre – one of the oldest professional theatre companies in Canada.
Give your credit card a workout at a variety of local retail stores or watch the passersby on Spring Garden Road. Astound yourself with the wonders at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia and then return to our indoor pool, hot tub and sauna which offer great relaxation after a long day exploring. When in the Halifax Metro area, staying with us is a perfect fit.
Our accommodations include 203 spacious rooms and suites (Queens, Kings) with cable television, in-house movies, free local calls & wireless Internet. We are 100% smoke-free. Hotel features include our 4 diamond restaurant Gio; fitness centre, pool, whirlpool, sauna and sundeck. A 24-hour business centre is provided for you to use. You can have your car self-parked or valet parked in our indoor parkade. Our services are provided in French and English.
We are a proud member of the Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia and the Hotel Association of Nova Scotia. All major credit cards are accepted.
Cancellation Policy: Must cancel at least one day prior to arrival date for a refund of your deposit or to avoid a credit card charge.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Low rate: 169
- High rate: 999
- Extra person rate: 20
- Rate period: Per Night
- Rate details: F(18)
- Payment types: American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32287.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32288.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32289.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32290.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32291.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32292.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32293.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32294.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/crown-service-room__main.jpg
- Accommodation common amenities: Air Conditioning, Fitness Centre / Gym, Hot Tub (Shared Access), Pool (Indoor), Room Service, Sauna (Shared Access), TV (Cable/Sat TV/Smart), Water / Ocean View
- Onsite amenities: Parking, WiFi
- Membership: Clean It Right
- Pets policy: Pets welcome
- Number of units: 203
- Business: Prince George Hotel
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.princegeorgehotel.com
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.5
- Primary contact: 1646
Prince of Wales Tower National Historic Site
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/prince-of-wales-tower-national-historic-site/
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- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Museum/Historic Site
- Museumhistoric site type: Historic Site
- Tours outdoors: Parks
- Tara registration num: n/a
- Region: Halifax Metro
- Street address: 5718 Point Pleasant Drive
- City: 351, Halifax
- General area: 35, Halifax/Dartmouth Area
- Latitude: 44.621705
- Longitude: -63.569766
- Phone: 902-426-5080
- Toll free: 888-773-8888
- Email: halifax@pc.gc.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Toll Free, Email
- Description: The Prince of Wales Tower National Historic Site, located in Point Pleasant Park (Tower Road entrance) in Halifax was built in 1796-97 by order of Prince Edward, Duke of Kent which later came to be called the Martello Tower. The first tower of its type in North America, this thick-walled round structure was intended to protect British sea batteries from a French landward attack. The tower served as part of Halifax’s coastal defence network – a system of forts and batteries that helped protect and defend Halifax Harbour. In 1866, the military offered Point Pleasant Park to the City of Halifax on a 999-year lease for an annual rent of one shilling.
Today, interpretive panels portray the tower’s history, architectural features and significance as a defensive structure. Visitors are welcome to explore the exterior of the tower and learn about its long history. The park offers 39 km of easy, criss-crossing trails with some leading to preserved ruins of early fortifications.
No fee and no visitor services
The inside of the tower is not open for visitation.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Rate details: Admission free.
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33578.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33579.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33580.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33581.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33582.webp
- Accommodation common amenities: 36
- Government level: National
- Facebook: https://facebook.com/ParksCanadaHalifax
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parks.canada/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@parkscanada
- Business: Parks Canada - Mainland NS
- Active listing: 1
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.5
- Website: https://parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/ns/prince
- Primary contact: 94, 2236
Privateer Farmers and Artisans Market
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/privateer-farmers-and-artisans-market/
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- Listing type tax: 6
- Eat drink type: Farm & Farmers’ Market
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: Privateer Park, Henry Hensey Drive
- Postal code: B0T 1K0
- City: 474, Liverpool
- Latitude: 44.038807
- Longitude: -64.719255
- Email: privateermarket@gmail.com
- Contact details: Email
- Description: Community farmers’ market located in the heart of Liverpool featuring locally grown produce, meat, poultry, baked goods, spirits, arts & crafts.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 18, 2025
- Open end date: October 12, 2025
- Hours of Operation: Saturdays 9am – 1pm between Victoria Day weekend in May until Thanksgiving weekend in early October.
- Payment types:
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/16357.webp
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/privateermarket
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/privateermarket
- Business: Privateers Farmers' Market
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.privateermarket.ca/
- Notes:
- General area: 46, Liverpool Area
- Primary contact: 1886
- Google rating: 5
Propeller Bedford Tap Room and Cold Beer Store
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/propeller-bedford-tap-room-and-cold-beer-store/
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- Listing type tax: 6
- Eat drink type: Brewery / Brew Pub
- Region: Halifax Metro
- Street address: 1225 Bedford Highway
- City: 65, Bedford
- Latitude: 44.723777
- Longitude: -63.672342
- Phone: 902-444-1103
- Contact details: Phone
- Description: Propeller Brewing Company has been a Nova Scotian favourite for over 25 years. Our international award-winning craft beer is available in liquor stores, pubs, bars, and restaurants throughout Nova Scotia.
Open all year at 4 locations, serving and selling our award-winning craft beer and craft cocktails. After over 25 years of brewing, we have a wide range of styles, so there’s something for everyone. Visit one of our three Tap Rooms: our flagship Gottingen Tap Room (and classic Arcade in the basement), our Quinpool Road location, with our test brewery right in the Tap Room, and our new location in the heart of Bedford, featuring a convenient drive-thru for take-home brews, a cold beer store, as well as indoor and outdoor taproom seating.
Propeller Gottingen Tap Room and Cold Beer Store and Propeller Arcade – 2015 Gottingen Street, Halifax
Propeller Quinpool Tap Room and Cold Beer Store – 6128 Quinpool Road, Halifax
Propeller Windmill Cold Beer Store – 617 Windmill Road, Dartmouth
Propeller Bedford Tap Room and Cold Beer Store – 1225 Bedford Highway, Bedford
Propeller Brewing Company is a member of Taste of Nova Scotia and a stop on the Nova Scotia Good Cheer Trail.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/36075.webp
- Membership: Good Cheer Trail, Taste of Nova Scotia
- Restaurant amenities: 13
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/propellerbeer
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propellerbeer
- Business: Propeller Brewing Company
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://drinkpropeller.ca/
- General area: 9, Bedford/Hammonds Plains Area
- Google rating: 4.8
- Primary contact: 1978
- Notes:
Propeller Gottingen Tap Room and Cold Beer Store and Propeller Arcade
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/propeller-gottingen-tap-room-and-cold-beer-store-and-propeller-arcade/
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- Listing type tax: 4, 6
- Attraction type: Novelty Activities & Gaming
- Eat drink type: Brewery / Brew Pub
- Region: Halifax Metro
- Street address: 2015 Gottingen Street, Halifax
- City: 351, Halifax
- Latitude: 44.650921
- Longitude: -63.581332
- Phone: 902-468-1026
- Email: brew@drinkpropeller.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Propeller Brewing Company has been a Nova Scotian favourite for over 25 years. Our international award-winning craft beer is available in liquor stores, pubs, bars, and restaurants throughout Nova Scotia.
Open all year at 4 locations, serving and selling our award-winning craft beer and craft cocktails. After over 25 years of brewing, we have a wide range of styles, so there’s something for everyone. Visit one of our three Tap Rooms: our flagship Gottingen Tap Room (and classic Arcade in the basement), our Quinpool Road location, with our test brewery right in the Tap Room, and our new location in the heart of Bedford, featuring a convenient drive-thru for take-home brews, a cold beer store, as well as indoor and outdoor taproom seating.
Propeller Gottingen Tap Room and Cold Beer Store and Propeller Arcade – 2015 Gottingen Street, Halifax
Propeller Quinpool Tap Room and Cold Beer Store – 6128 Quinpool Road, Halifax
Propeller Windmill Cold Beer Store – 617 Windmill Road, Dartmouth
Propeller Bedford Tap Room and Cold Beer Store – 1225 Bedford Highway, Bedford
Propeller Brewing Company is a member of Taste of Nova Scotia and a stop on the Nova Scotia Good Cheer Trail.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/36516.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Cultural_Experiences_10_of_10_.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Cultural_Experiences_8_of_10_.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Cultural_Experiences_9_of_10_.jpg
- Membership: Good Cheer Trail, Taste of Nova Scotia
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/propellerbeer
- Business: Propeller Brewing Company
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.drinkpropeller.ca
- Notes:
- General area: 35, Halifax/Dartmouth Area
- Google rating: 4.6
- Primary contact: 1978
Propeller Quinpool Tap Room and Cold Beer Store
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/propeller-quinpool-tap-room-and-cold-beer-store/
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- Listing type tax: 6
- Eat drink type: Brewery / Brew Pub, Restaurant
- Region: Halifax Metro
- Street address: 6128 Quinpool Rd
- City: 351, Halifax
- Latitude: 44.646289
- Longitude: -63.593388
- Phone: 902-405-0105
- Email: brew@drinkpropeller.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Propeller Brewing Company has been a Nova Scotian favourite for over 25 years. Our international award-winning craft beer is available in liquor stores, pubs, bars, and restaurants throughout Nova Scotia.
Open all year at 4 locations, serving and selling our award-winning craft beer and craft cocktails. After over 25 years of brewing, we have a wide range of styles, so there’s something for everyone. Visit one of our three Tap Rooms: our flagship Gottingen Tap Room (and classic Arcade in the basement), our Quinpool Road location, with our test brewery right in the Tap Room, and our new location in the heart of Bedford, featuring a convenient drive-thru for take-home brews, a cold beer store, as well as indoor and outdoor taproom seating.
Propeller Gottingen Tap Room and Cold Beer Store and Propeller Arcade – 2015 Gottingen Street, Halifax
Propeller Quinpool Tap Room and Cold Beer Store – 6128 Quinpool Road, Halifax
Propeller Windmill Cold Beer Store – 617 Windmill Road, Dartmouth
Propeller Bedford Tap Room and Cold Beer Store – 1225 Bedford Highway, Bedford
Propeller Brewing Company is a member of Taste of Nova Scotia and a stop on the Nova Scotia Good Cheer Trail.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/27030-scaled.webp
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Membership: Good Cheer Trail, Taste of Nova Scotia
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/propellerbeer?fref=ts
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/propellerbeer
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/PropellerBeer
- Business: Propeller Brewing Company
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.drinkpropeller.ca
- Notes:
- General area: 35, Halifax/Dartmouth Area
- Google rating: 4.5
- Primary contact: 1978
Propeller Windmill Cold Beer Store
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/propeller-windmill-cold-beer-store/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/36518.webp

- Listing type tax: 6
- Eat drink type: Brewery / Brew Pub
- Region: Halifax Metro
- Street address: 617 Windmill Rd
- City: 207, Dartmouth
- Latitude: 44.697623
- Longitude: -63.60419
- Phone: 902-377-4706
- Email: brew@drinkpropeller.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Propeller Brewing Company has been a Nova Scotian favourite for over 25 years. Our international award-winning craft beer is available in liquor stores, pubs, bars, and restaurants throughout Nova Scotia.
Open all year in 4 locations around Halifax, serving and selling our award-winning craft beer and craft cocktails. After over 25 years of brewing, we have a wide range of styles, so there’s something for everyone.
Our Windmill Road Cold Beer Store is home to our full-scale production brewery – where our beer is brewed, packaged, and shipped from. Swing by to grab fresh beer to-go, check out limited releases, and see where the magic really happens.
Visit one of our three Tap Rooms: our flagship Gottingen Tap Room (and classic Arcade in the basement); our Quinpool Road location, with our test brewery right in the Tap Room; and our location in the heart of Bedford that features a convenient drive-thru for take-home brews, a cold beer store, as well as indoor and outdoor taproom seating.
Propeller Gottingen Tap Room and Cold Beer Store and Propeller Arcade – 2015 Gottingen Street, Halifax
Propeller Quinpool Tap Room and Cold Beer Store – 6128 Quinpool Road, Halifax
Propeller Bedford Tap Room and Cold Beer Store – 1225 Bedford Highway, Bedford
Propeller Brewing Company is a member of Taste of Nova Scotia and a stop on the Nova Scotia Good Cheer Trail.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Hours of Operation: Open daily, 12pm to 8pm.
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/36518.webp
- Onsite amenities: Parking
- Membership: Good Cheer Trail, Taste of Nova Scotia
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/propellerbeer
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/propellerbeer
- Business: Propeller Brewing Company
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.drinkpropeller.ca
- Notes:
- General area: 35, Halifax/Dartmouth Area
- Google rating: 4.6
- Primary contact: 1978
Province House
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/province-house/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/20375.webp

- Listing type tax: 4, 9
- Attraction type: Museum/Historic Site
- Museumhistoric site type: Historic Site
- Tours outdoors: Walking Tour
- Tara registration num: n/a
- Region: Halifax Metro
- Street address: 1726 Hollis Street
- City: 351, Halifax
- General area: 35, Halifax/Dartmouth Area
- Latitude: 44.647799
- Longitude: -63.573087
- Phone: 902-497-6942
- Email: tours@nslegislature.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Opened in 1819, Province House is Canada’s oldest legislative building and is home to Canada’s first elected House of Assembly.
Designated both a National Historic Site and a Provincial Historic Site, visitors are welcome to explore its history, art, and architecture during their visit where they will see the building’s two distinct styles of architecture: Regency and Victorian.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Hours of Operation: July–Aug daily; O/S Mon–Fri.
- Rate details: Admission free.
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/20375.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/20376.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/20377.webp
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Onsite amenities: Picnic Tables
- Government level: National, Provincial
- Business: Province House
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.nslegislature.ca/content/tours
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.6
- Primary contact: 101
- Guided tour: 1
Pubnico Point Trail
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pubnico-point-trail/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/39-1.jpg

- Listing type tax: 9
- Tours outdoors: Cycling & Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail
- Winter activity type: Snowshoeing
- Region: Yarmouth & Acadian Shores
- Street address: 2490 Highway 335
- City: 503, Lower West Pubnico
- Latitude: 43.612018
- Longitude: -65.797806
- Description: Ocean views, coastline, lookoffs, 17 wind turbines. Interpretive panel, map and trail markers; parking; benches; boardwalk.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/39-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33489.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/38-2.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/40.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/41.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/42.jpg
- Accommodation common amenities: Water / Ocean View
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Pubnico-Point-Trail/100064727201458/
- Business: Municipality of Argyle
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.yarmouthandacadianshores.com/en/things-to-do/pubnico-point-trail/
- Notes:
- General area: 74, Pubnico Area
- Google rating: 4.7
- Primary contact: 1913
- Trail distance: 5
- Trail distance measurement: one way
- Trail type: Day use
- Trail surface: Gravel
- Trail difficulty level: Easy
- Trail pet policy: Leashed
Puddin’ Pan
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/puddin-pan/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG_7264-1920x1080-1.jpg

- Active listing: 1
- Business: 1975737 Ontario Ltd / Atlantic Pearl / Puddin’ Pan
- Primary contact: 2471
- Listing type tax: 3
- Accommodation type: Cabin/Cottage, Condo & House
- Tara registration num: STR2627D0715
- Google rating: 5
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 605 East Berlin Rd.
- City: 112, Brooklyn (Liverpool area)
- General area: 46, Liverpool Area
- Postal code: B0J 1T0
- Latitude: 44.083308
- Longitude: -64.565770
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Email: apotts@munaffairs.com
- Description: Quiet and quaint newly renovated three bedroom house on the south shore facing east over the Atlantic Ocean. Gorgeous secluded beach and rocky outcrops at your doorstep. Excellent cycling, hiking, kayaking and paddling through Ragged Harbour, a natural oasis of birds, fish and sea creatures. Many shops, restaurants and other beaches a short drive away. Right next door to Atlantic Pearl w 4 bedrooms.
A bungalow that has been completely renovated and refurbished in 2022 for comfort and convenience. A large modern kitchen with a four-seater island and all the amenities needed for cooking and enjoying great food. A near private beach is there for you to enjoy great walks and, if hardy, an ocean dip.
You will have full run of the whole house and yard. Note the Atlantic Pearl is right next door so outside space is partially shared.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Low rate: 250
- High rate: 500
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG_7264-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG_6341-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG_7121-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG_7122-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/c815803a-e5d8-43aa-9ce1-4e1654e7be63.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dc61273a-8243-4c8c-878e-d5ad7c600caf.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/17c20464-c04d-413e-b64f-f6b856b7e453.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/396a51f4-90c2-4cbc-a9ab-096d4a5ff955-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/94152d52-bbd4-400a-9515-f76be29d2b76.jpg
- Accommodation common amenities: Air Conditioning, Beach Access on Property, Woodstove/Fireplace
- Number of units: 1
- Pets policy: Pets welcome
- Website: https://southshorevacations.holidayfuture.com/listings/251396
- Online booking:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/puddin.pan/
- Notes:
- Phone: 416-523-9360
Pugwash Estuary Trail
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pugwash-estuary-trail/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/CAH_8717-copy_NovaScotia.com_2000x1500.jpg

- Active listing: 1
- Business: Friends of the Pugwash Estuary / Pugwash Estuary Trail
- Primary contact: 3179
- Listing type tax: 9
- Google rating: 3.8
- Tours outdoors: Trail
- Trail distance: 3.1
- Trail distance measurement: loop/return
- Trail type: Day use
- Trail surface: Natural
- Trail difficulty level: Easy
- Trail pet policy: Leashed
- Trail uses: Hiking, Snowshoeing, Walking
- Region: Northumberland Shore
- Street address: 2169 Crowley Rd
- City: 717, Pugwash
- General area: 75, Pugwash Area
- Postal code: B0K 1M0
- Latitude: 45.814490123161555
- Longitude: -63.66028591534364
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Phone: 902-243-2476
- Email: pugwash.estuary@gmail.com
- Description: Discover the beauty of the Pugwash Estuary on this easy, family-friendly estuary trail. Suitable for all skill levels, this natural path winds through a protected wilderness area and offers scenic views of the surrounding wetlands, birds, and wildlife. The route typically takes less than an hour to complete, making it perfect for a quick nature escape or a peaceful walk. Enjoy access to fresh air, natural habitats, and serene vistas just minutes away from the community of Pugwash.
- Highlights:
The trail is part of the 590 hectare (1450 acre) Pugwash Estuary Nature Reserve under ownership and stewardship by the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC). NCC is Canada’s leading national land conservation organization. Since 1962, NCC and its partners have helped to protect 20 million hectares, coast to coast to coast.
The trail is co-managed by NCC and the Friends of the Pugwash Estuary, a volunteer-led registered charity dedicated to protecting the estuary.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Hours of Operation: trail not maintained in winter
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/CAH_8717-copy_NovaScotia.com_2000x1500.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/CAH_8702-copy_NovaScotia.com_2000x1500-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/estuary-trail-3-1920x1080-1.jpg
- Website: https://pugwashestuary.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Friends-of-the-Pugwash-Estuary-100063524234689/
- Notes:
Pugwash Farmers’ Market
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pugwash-farmers-market/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/31725.webp

- Listing type tax: 6
- Eat drink type: Farm & Farmers’ Market
- Region: Northumberland Shore
- Street address: 10222 Durham Street
- City: 717, Pugwash
- Latitude: 45.849598
- Longitude: -63.660469
- Email: pugwashmarket@gmail.com
- Contact details: Email
- Description: The Pugwash Farmers’ Market is a seasonal outdoor market running on Saturdays from late May to mid-October and is composed of farmers, artisans and bakers that gather every Saturday in the scenic heart of Pugwash village. More than 40 vendors set up an outdoor courtyard with a wide variety of local products. Live music and community programming add to the market’s vibrant atmosphere.
While you’re here, visit the Market Hub in the historic train station, enjoy the views of Pugwash Harbour, and explore shops and restaurants in the area. Special events are happening all the time, so be sure to check out what’s new.
Enjoy plenty of baked goodies, prepared food, produce, meat, eggs, preserves, transplants, fresh cut flowers, pottery, sewn items, plenty of crafts, and more!
Special Friday Night Markets take place throughout the regular season, in addition to the Outdoor Festive Market in late November.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 16, 2026
- Open end date: October 10, 2026
- Hours of Operation: Saturdays, 8:30am – 1pm. Christmas Market held in late November.
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/31725.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/31726.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/31727.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/31728.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/31729.webp
- Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pugwashfarmersmarket
- Business: Pugwash Farmers' Market
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.pugwashfarmersmarket.com
- Notes:
- General area: 75, Pugwash Area
- Google rating: 5
- Primary contact: 1805
- Campaign category: 68
Pugwash Salt Express Trail
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pugwash-salt-express-trail/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Pugwash_Salt_Express_2000x1500.jpeg

- Active listing: 1
- Business: Cumberland County Trails
- Primary contact: 3157
- Listing type tax: 9
- Google rating: 3.8
- Tours outdoors: Hiking, Trail
- Trail distance: 12.5
- Trail distance measurement: one way
- Trail type: Day use
- Trail surface: Gravel
- Trail difficulty level: Easy
- Trail uses: 4-wheeling/ATV, Cycling, Hiking, Skiing, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Walking
- Region: Northumberland Shore
- City: 717, Pugwash
- General area: 75, Pugwash Area
- Postal code: B0K 1L0
- Latitude: 45.782085
- Longitude: -63.647181
- Description: The Pugwash Salt Express Trail is a scenic multi-use route built along a former railbed just outside Pugwash. About 12 km out-and-back and mostly flat, it’s perfect for a casual walk, run, or bike ride, plus snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in winter, while ATV and side-by-side riders can also enjoy sections of the trail. Along the way, you’ll cross charming bridges, take in peaceful views of the countryside and waterways, and even connect with the larger Trans Canada Trail network.
Access to the Pugwash Salt Express Trail at the Crowley Road trailhead near the salt mine, where parking is available.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Pugwash_Salt_Express_2000x1500.jpeg
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/933121780095660/
Pugwash Yacht Club
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pugwash-yacht-club/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/30403.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Tours outdoors: Boating & Sailing
- Boating sailing type: Marina & Yacht Club
- Region: Northumberland Shore
- Street address: 10015 Route 6
- Postal code: B0K 1L0
- City: 717, Pugwash
- Latitude: 45.846057
- Longitude: -63.665549
- Phone: 902-956-2634
- Toll free: 800-499-9260
- Email: pugwashyachtclub@gmail.com
- Contact details: Phone, Toll Free, Email
- Description: Pugwash Yacht Club is situated in picturesque Pugwash, Nova Scotia at the Bill Mundle Marina. The marina provides safe and sheltered boating facilities and is located at the Pugwash harbour on the south shore of the Northumberland Strait, approximately halfway between Pictou, Nova Scotia and Shediac, New Brunswick.
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and village life with all that it has to offer in our lovely seaside location. You can quickly walk to all of the amenities that Pugwash has to offer in minutes.
They include the following conveniences and attractions for you to enjoy.
Grocery store
Liquor store
Bakery
Restaurants
Bank
Bed and Breakfast
Festivals including The Gathering of the Clans and Pugwash HarbourFest
Farmers Market (Saturdays)
Thinker’s Lodge National Historic site
Art Gallery
Gift Shops
Tennis Courts
World class golf club
Pickleball
Gas station
Hardware store with some marine supplies
Laundry service
And more. . .
Within driving distance you will find numerous public beaches and picnic parks and many scenic villages and towns are less than an hours drive away!
There is no doubt that you will find lots to do and see when you visit our convenient and friendly yacht club.
Pugwash Yacht Club is open to boaters annually from May 21st until mid-October.
Our amenities include:
Clubhouse with kitchen and WC facilities
Potable water supply
Electricity
Visiting boats are welcome on a space available basis which may be reserved by calling 1-800-499-9260 or email pugwashyachtclub@gmail.com.
Find out more about Pugwash and what our beautiful community has to offer at https://www.pugwashvillage.com!
Happy Boating!
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 21, 2025
- Open end date: October 12, 2025
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/30403.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/30404.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Pugwash-Yacht-Club-1920x1080-1.jpg
- Business: Pugwash Yacht Club
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://pugwashyachtclub.ca/
- Notes:
- General area: 75, Pugwash Area
- Google rating: 4.5
- Primary contact: 2854
Pulp Humour
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/pulp-humour/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/36280.webp

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Artisans, Shops & Galleries
- Artisan gallery type: Artist/Artisan Studio
- Region: Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley
- Street address: 6684 Sissiboo Road
- City: 59, Bear River
- Latitude: 44.563002
- Longitude: -65.653415
- Phone: 902-467-0337
- Email: cherylstonebr@gmail.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Discover whimsical folk art–style sculptures made from paper mache or mixed media when you visit Pulp Humour in Bear River, Nova Scotia. One-of-a-kind, titled and signed. Made to make you smile.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 1, 2025
- Open end date: October 31, 2025
- Hours of Operation: Open most days, from 10am to 5pm.
- Payment types: MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/36280.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/36281.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/36282.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/36283.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/36284.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/36285.webp
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArtistCherylStone
- Business: Pulp Humour
- Active listing: 1
- Notes:
- General area: 23, Digby/Digby Neck Area
- Primary contact: 1853
- Google rating: 4.7
Quaker House
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/quaker-house/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32179.webp

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Museum/Historic Site
- Region: Halifax Metro
- Street address: 57–59 Ochterloney Street
- City: 207, Dartmouth
- General area: 35, Halifax/Dartmouth Area
- Latitude: 44.66678
- Longitude: -63.568361
- Phone: 902-464-2253
- Email: info@dartmouthmuseum.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: One of the oldest buildings in Dartmouth, Quaker House (c. 1785) is associated with the Nantucket Quaker Whalers who were in the city from 1785-1792. Quaker House has been restored and furnished to reflect this period. Visitors will learn the history of Nova Scotia’s Quaker settlers when visiting this interpreted historic house. Guided tours are available during the summer months from costumed heritage interpreters. Enjoy a stroll through our fully researched and interpreted heritage garden which is available on the museum grounds. Quaker House is operated by the Dartmouth Heritage Museum.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: June 1, 2025
- Open end date: August 31, 2025
- Hours of Operation: Tues–Sun 10am–5pm
- Payment types: Cash
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32179.webp
- Onsite amenities: Gift Shop
- Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/dartmouthheritagemuseum
- Instagram: https:// https://www.instagram.com/dartmouthheritagemuseum/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/dhmuseum1
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DartmouthHmuseum
- Business: Dartmouth Heritage Museum / Evergreen House / Quaker House
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.dartmouthheritagemuseum.ns.ca/quaker-house
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4
- Primary contact: 102
Quarterdeck Beachside Villas & Grill
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/quarterdeck-beachside-villas-grill/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32101.webp

- Listing type tax: 3, 6
- Accommodation type: Resort
- Eat drink type: Restaurant
- Tara registration num: STR2627T4218
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 7499 Highway 3
- City: 835, Summerville Centre
- General area: 46, Liverpool Area
- Latitude: 43.95417
- Longitude: -64.81272
- Phone: 902-683-2998
- Toll free: 800-565-1119
- Email: beachside@quarterdeck.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Toll Free, Email
- Description: The Quarterdeck Beachside Villas and Grill is one of Nova Scotia’s hidden treasures. Centrally located on Nova Scotia’s South Shore, the Quarterdeck is just a 1.5-hour drive from Halifax, Yarmouth, and Annapolis Royal. Perched on spectacular Summerville Beach, a one mile long Provincial Park beach that is arguably one of the province’s most beautiful white sand beaches, the Quarterdeck has been a popular travel destination for more than 85 years.
The property offers 67 accommodations to meet your needs, including:
Villas: 12 two-level, two-bedroom beachfront villas are just steps from the beach and are luxuriously appointed, featuring fully equipped kitchens, private balconies, decks and a bathroom on each floor.
Studio Villas: 2 one-bedroom suites with galley kitchens, 3-piece bathrooms, and deck, located between the Villas and the Grill.
Shoreline: 1 oceanfront three-bedroom unit featuring a large living/dining area, a full kitchen, 2-piece and 4-piece baths, and a large private deck.
Shoreline: 6 oceanfront rooms, each with a queen bed, small sitting area, fridge, microwave, coffeemaker, and private balcony.
Lofts: 12 lofts, ranging from studio, 1 and 2 bedroom units, each with kitchenettes, living/dining areas and stunning views of the beach and estuary.
Hilltop Studios: 12 pet friendly studio rooms with queen bed, small sitting area, fridge, microwave, coffee maker, private balcony. Some units have hot tubs.
Executive Suites: 10 studio suites with king beds, kitchenette, cozy sitting area with a fireplace and a spa-inspired bathroom. All suites have hot tubs.
Seawood: 12 pet friendly two-bedroom apartments, each with two queen beds, 3 piece bathroom, full kitchen, living/dining room, and private balcony with beach and ocean views. Some units have hot tubs.
The Grill at the Quarterdeck
Tempt your taste buds in the Quarterdeck Grill, which has gained a reputation as the South Shore’s foremost destination for inspired beachside dining. The tastefully designed dining room provides a 180-degree view of Summerville Beach. Our team is committed to supporting local farmers, fishermen and producers, creating a unique Maritime experience! In addition to the locally sourced food menu, the Grill features wines from around the province and boasts a good selection of local craft beer.
The Grill offers seating for 110 people inside and 40 people on the deck, with a state-of-the-art conference centre upstairs. With a view you will always remember and a taste you will never forget, the Quarterdeck Grill will keep you coming back for more.
To make reservations at The Grill and to view our current menus, please visit our website or call 902-947-2050. The Grill at the Quarterdeck is a member of Taste of Nova Scotia and a stop on the Nova Scotia Lobster Trail and Nova Scotia Chowder Trail.
Recreation Facility
Directly behind the 12-unit beach lofts is the 2,600-square-foot recreation facility. Guests can enjoy the small indoor pool, outdoor pool, dry sauna, fitness room, 18-seat private movie theatre room and large lounging room with games and 52” TV. These indoor amenities are available for guests to enjoy 365 days a year.
The perfect spot for your next corporate meeting, Christmas party, wedding reception, anniversary celebration or just a get-together is our new 730-square-foot Oceanside meeting space with its spectacular ocean view. There is so much to see and do while you are here – beachcombing, beach volleyball, kayaking, or just sitting back and soaking in the view.
Things to Do
Nearby activities and attractions include golfing, museums, exploring the town of Liverpool, many beaches including Carters Beach Provincial Park, hiking in Kejimkujik National Park or Thomas H. Raddall Provincial Park, fishing, or going on a boat cruise. Take a day trip to Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or go whale watching on the Bay of Fundy. Whether you are enjoying the comfort of one of our beautiful accommodations or dining in the restaurant, the views are amazing. The experience of the Quarterdeck is one you will never forget!
For accommodation reservations at the Quarterdeck, please visit our website or call 902-683-2998 / 1-800-565-1119.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Low rate: 199
- High rate: 639
- Rate period: Per Night
- Rate details: Weekly & off-season rates available.
- Payment types: Debit cards, MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32101.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32102.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32103.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32104.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/32124.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/34544.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/34545.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Quarterdeck-grill-view-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2024_11_TNS_DeanCas_Lobster_highres_DTC1800.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Shelburne_402.jpg
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Accommodation common amenities: Air Conditioning, Beach Access on Property, Hot Tub (Private), Hot Tub (Shared Access), Kitchen/Kitchenette, Pool (Indoor), Pool (Outdoor), Sauna (Shared Access), TV (Cable/Sat TV/Smart), Water / Ocean View
- Onsite amenities: Parking, WiFi
- Campground amenity: Pool (Indoor)
- Cell service: Partial
- Pets policy: Pets on premises, Pets welcome
- Restaurant amenities: Children's Menu, Patio, Reservations Recommended
- Number of units: 67
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheQuarterdeckBeachsideVillas
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thequarterdeckresort
- Business: Quarterdeck Restaurant & Villas Inc.
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.quarterdeck.ca
- Notes:
- Primary contact: 3050, 3472
- Campaign category: 67
- Google rating: 4.5
- Ratings programs: Canada Select
- Cs rating resort: 4.5
- Restaurant type: Casual Dining, Contemporary Casual, Family Dining, Fine Dining / Gourmet
Quartet Galloway
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/quartet-galloway/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Interior-of-Quartet-Gallery-1920x1080-1.jpg

- Active listing: 1
- Business: Quartet Galloway
- Primary contact: 2967
- Listing type tax: 4
- Google rating: 5
- Attraction type: Artisans, Shops & Galleries
- Artisan gallery type: Artisan Shops & Galleries
- Art product type: Fine art, Visual art
- Art medium: Fibre, Painting & prints
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 148 Lincoln Street
- City: 507, Lunenburg
- General area: 49, Lunenburg Area
- Postal code: B0J 2C0
- Latitude: 44.37760344633164
- Longitude: -64.31297833014864
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Phone: 902-277-0591
- Email: colleen@gallowayart.com
- Description: Established in 2008 in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lunenburg, Quartet Galloway offers diverse works of art by local artists including oils, acrylics, watercolours and photography.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Interior-of-Quartet-Gallery-1920x1080-1.jpg
- Website: https://www.quartetgallery.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/quartetgallery/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quartetgallery/
- Notes:
Queen Anne Inn
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/queen-anne-inn/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35910.webp

- Listing type tax: 3
- Accommodation type: Bed & Breakfast, Inn
- Tara registration num: STR2627T5028
- Region: Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley
- Street address: 494 Upper St George Street
- Postal code: B0S 1A0
- City: 13, Annapolis Royal
- General area: 3, Annapolis Royal Area
- Latitude: 44.741224
- Longitude: -65.511305
- Phone: 902-532-7850
- Toll free: 877-536-0403
- Email: contact@queenanneinn.ns.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Toll Free, Email
- Description: The Queen Anne Inn offers the finest in bed and breakfast accommodations. Located on the Evangeline Trail, in historic Annapolis Royal, this 1865 Heritage property is beautifully set amongst stately Elm and Maple trees and is one of the most striking properties in the Maritimes. Guests enjoy spacious grounds complete with the relaxing atmosphere of the private gardens and back patios. This beautiful Victorian mansion is close to Fort Anne, Kejimkujik National Park, Bay of Fundy whale watching and minutes from the town centre. Experience true Victorian elegance, country charm and exceptional service.
12 well-appointed air-conditioned rooms with double, queen or king bed, ensuite 3-pc (S) or 4-pc bath (some with jacuzzi), Wi-Fi, feather beds, robes.
- Period of operation: Open seasonally
- Months open seasonally: May, June, July, August, September, October
- Hours of Operation: May – October
- Low rate: 199
- High rate: 249
- Extra person rate: 20
- Rate period: Per Night
- Payment types: American Express, Debit cards, MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35910.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35911.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35912.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35913.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/35914.webp
- Accommodation common amenities: Air Conditioning, TV (Cable/Sat TV/Smart)
- Onsite amenities: WiFi
- Number of units: 12
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/queenanneinnannapolisroyal
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/queen_anne_inn_/?hl=en
- Business: Queen Anne Inn
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.queenanneinn.ns.ca
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.9
- Primary contact: 415
- Ratings programs: Canada Select
- Cs rating bed breakfast: 4.5
Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/queen-elizabeth-ii-jubilee-park/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/22979.webp

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Gardens, Parks & Farms
- Campground type: Privately Owned
- Region: Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley
- Street address: 228 Granville Street
- City: 104, Bridgetown
- General area: 14, Bridgetown Area
- Latitude: 44.8419
- Longitude: -65.29372
- Phone: 902-532-2331
- Email: recreation@annapoliscounty.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: A beautiful park located in the community of Bridgetown, the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Park, is set along the shore of the Annapolis River.
The park has picnic areas, butterfly garden, natural playground, stage/gazebo, covered pavilion, washrooms, floating dock and boat launch with kayak rentals, and plenty of outdoor grassy space. The park also includes an onsite visitor information centre.
The park is home to several events each summer, including Canada Day celebrations and fireworks and the Annapolis River Festival.
Check out AnnapolisCounty.ca or our Facebook page to learn more about these events and other activities.
We look forward to seeing you at the park!
- Period of operation: Open seasonally
- Months open seasonally: June, July, August, September, October
- Hours of Operation: Sunrise to Sunset. Washrooms open daily and a portable toilet is also on site for evening and weekend use from June to October.
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/22979.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/22980.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/23040.webp
- Onsite amenities: Public Washroom
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CountyOfAnnapolis
- Business: Municipality of the County of Annapolis / Annapolis County Recreation Services
- Website: http://www.annapoliscounty.ca
- Notes:
- Active listing: 1
- Primary contact: 232
- Google rating: 4.6
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annapoliscounty/
- Gardens parks & farms types: Parks
Queens County Museum
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/queens-county-museum/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28193.webp

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Museum/Historic Site
- Museumhistoric site type: Historic Site, Museum
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 109 Main Street
- City: 474, Liverpool
- General area: 46, Liverpool Area
- Latitude: 44.042453
- Longitude: -64.709569
- Phone: 902-354-4058
- Email: queenscountymuseumperkinshouse@gmail.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Built in 1980, the Queens County Museum was designed to represent a large warehouse from Liverpool’s Colonial days to house the history of this area and to tell the stories of years gone by. The Queens County Museum, as part of the Queens County Museum Heritage Complex, features exhibits on the Mi’kmaq, early medicine, marine history, wartime memorabilia, and more.
Discover exhibits offering information and stories, beginning with the Mi’kmaq people, the arrival of French influence that began in 1604, to the New England Planters in 1759. Over the years, the people of Queens County have chronicled the area’s rich history and its inherent link to the sea and the forest.
Visit us to get your Privateer on as you step aboard the replica deck of our famous Privateer ship, the “Liverpool Packet” and learn why Liverpool was known as the “Port of the Privateers”. You can even earn your Letter Marque that makes you an official Privateer!
The Museum gift shop offers a variety of items including giftware, souvenirs, stones & crystals, publications unique to Queens County, jewelry, and much more.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Hours of Operation: Open daily June 1 – October 15; Closed Sundays October through May.
- Rate details: Admission by donation.
- Payment types: Debit cards, MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28193.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28194.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28195.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28196.webp
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Onsite amenities: Gift Shop, Parking, Picnic Tables, Public Washroom
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Queens-County-Museum-205294966183248/timeline/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCurJuxvKvv5CYw-RzgqkE3w
- Business: Queens County Museum Heritage Complex / Fort Point Lighthouse / Thomas Raddall Research Centre / Perkins House Museum / Queens County Museum of Justice
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://queenscountymuseum.com/
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.8
- Primary contact: 3362, 3361
Queens Museum of Justice
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/queens-museum-of-justice/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28321.webp

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Museum/Historic Site
- Museumhistoric site type: Museum
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 137 Church Street
- Postal code: B0T 1K0
- City: 474, Liverpool
- Latitude: 44.038284
- Longitude: -64.714483
- Phone: 902-354-4058
- Email: katie.kripp@novascotia.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: The Queens Museum of Justice & Exhibit Centre is housed in the Liverpool Court House, a historic building located within the Queens Heritage Complex in Liverpool, Nova Scotia.
The Liverpool Court House, built in 1854 in the Greek Revival temple style, is a beautiful Provincial Heritage Property that houses displays on the colonial history of the Justice system, thanks to the diaries (1766-1812) of Liverpool’s first Magistrate, Simeon Perkins. The theme of Justice is presented through his eyes.
Displays in the Court Room are dedicated to Justice and the historical preservation of the building.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: June 1, 2026
- Open end date: August 31, 2026
- Rate details: by donation
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28321.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28322.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28323.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28324.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28325.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28326.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28327.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28328.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/28329.webp
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Onsite amenities: Parking
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/museumofjustice/
- Business: Queens County Museum Heritage Complex / Fort Point Lighthouse / Thomas Raddall Research Centre / Perkins House Museum / Queens County Museum of Justice
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.queenscountymuseum.com
- Notes:
- General area: 46, Liverpool Area
- Google rating: 4.5
- Primary contact: 3362, 3361
Queensland Beach Provincial Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/queensland-beach-provincial-park/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/10438.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Campground type: Provincial
- Tours outdoors: Beaches & Pools, Parks
- Beach type: Supervised/Lifeguarded
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 9600 Highway 3
- City: 718, Queensland
- General area: 84, St. Margaret's Bay Area
- Latitude: 44.63545
- Longitude: -64.025883
- Email: parkinfo@novascotia.ca
- Contact details: Email
- Description: Queensland Beach Provincial Park is situated in the South Shore region. Although not large, this supervised beach (July and August) is one of the most popular on the South Shore. The warm air and sand draw large crowds, so arrive early on the hot days to find a parking spot.
Park amenities include change rooms and vault toilets.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 17, 2025
- Open end date: October 14, 2025
- Hours of Operation: (dates subject to change)
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/10438.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/10439.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/10440.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/10441.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/15062.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/DJI_0010_2.jpg
- Government level: Provincial
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NSProvincialParks
- Business: Department of Natural Resources and Renewables / Provincial Park
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://parks.novascotia.ca/content/queensland-beach
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.6
- Primary contact: 1662
Queensland Cottages
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/queensland-cottages/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/26213.webp

- Listing type tax: 3
- Accommodation type: Cabin/Cottage
- Tara registration num: 001309
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 461–469 Conrads Road
- City: 718, Queensland
- General area: 84, St. Margaret's Bay Area
- Latitude: 44.63492
- Longitude: -64.03358
- Phone: 902-233-0367
- Email: hiltzanne@outlook.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Tucked away at the end of the Queensland Beach in the scenic South Shore region of Nova Scotia, Queensland Cottages are cozy, comfortable and bright. Set on a private, two-acre lot filled with lush greenery, the rustic cottages are just a few minutes stroll along a quiet cottage road to the popular lifeguarded sandy beach. Completely self-contained, our fully equipped cottages are ideally located.
A short half hour drive along the south shore takes you through Chester and Mahone Bay and to the historic town of Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Travel east to Peggys Cove to view the lighthouse and watch the waves crash against the rocks. A day trip across the province takes you into the Annapolis Valley and to the Bay of Fundy, with its world-famous high tides. Bustling downtown Halifax with its shops, fine dining and museums can be reached by an easy 40-minute drive.
The cottage accommodations at Queensland Cottages include three cozy, well-appointed vintage cottages. Choose between the large two bedroom cottage with queen beds and a futon sofa bed and the two one-bedroom cottages, each with a 3-piece bathroom with shower. All cottages are equipped with a smart TV (Netflix provided), a DVD player, Wi-Fi and a full kitchen. Guests can relax on the front veranda, enjoy the back deck which has a gas barbecue, or at the picnic table on the back lawn while roasting marshmallows in the nearby firepit.
E-transfer and cash are accepted.
Cancellation Policy: Weekly rentals must cancel 4 weeks prior to day of arrival. 50% deposit required.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: June 1, 2026
- Open end date: September 30, 2026
- Low rate: 1050
- High rate: 1300
- Rate period: Per Week
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/26213.webp
- Accommodation common amenities: Kitchen/Kitchenette
- Onsite amenities: WiFi
- Pets policy: Pets not allowed
- Number of units: 3
- Website: https://www.queenslandcottages.com
- Business: Queensland Cottages
- Active listing: 1
- Notes:
- Primary contact: 855
Quilts by the Bay
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/quilts-by-the-bay/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/TNS-Digby-Sep-2025-23.jpg

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Artisans, Shops & Galleries
- Artisan gallery type: Artist/Artisan Studio
- Region: Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley
- Street address: 65 Water St
- Postal code: B0V 1A0
- City: 219, Digby
- Latitude: 44.62462671711584
- Longitude: -65.75688920314491
- Phone: 902-245-6343
- Email: quiltsbythebayns@gmail.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: A collection of hand-quilted pieces, mostly queen- and king-sized quilts, based on designs by an artist practicing the craft for 25 years. Specialty orders accepted; shipping available. A large selection of high-quality fabric is available as well.
Enjoy an ocean view along with a great shopping experience.
Original Facebook live show Friday nights at 7:00pm, come join in the fun online or in person.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Hours of Operation: Daily: 10:00am – 5:00pm Off-season by chance (open most days).Open most evenings by chance; earlier or later appointments welcome.
- Payment types: American Express, MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/TNS-Digby-Sep-2025-23.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/TNS-Digby-Sep-2025-22.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/TNS-Digby-Sep-2025-21.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/7026.webp
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/quiltsbythebaydebrahoward/
- Business: Quilts By The Bay
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.novascotiaquilts.ca
- Notes:
- General area: 23, Digby/Digby Neck Area
- Google rating: 4.7
- Primary contact: 1630
- Art product type: Home decor
- Art medium: Fibre
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiltsbythebayns/
Quincy Street Market
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/quincy-street-market/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/34830.webp

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Artisans, Shops & Galleries
- Artisan gallery type: Unique Shop
- Region: Cape Breton Island
- Street address: 15876 Central Ave
- Postal code: B0E 1N0
- City: 401, Inverness
- Latitude: 46.233013
- Longitude: -61.305293
- Phone: 902-258-3388
- Email: info@quincystreetmarket.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Quincy Street Market opened its doors in 2017. We are a customer experience-based business with a focus on locally made gift, craft and art. Our shop is a carefully curated collection of clothing, home decor and local favourites. The magic of Quincy is the partnerships we have developed with local producers and the beautiful collaborations we created together.
Our Inverness Soap line, made in collaboration with Groovy Goat Soap (Ingonish), includes Morning Swim Soap (with a piece of Inverness beach glass in it), Beach Day Soap (with seaweed from Inverness Beach) and Sunset Soap (with red clay from Inverness beach). We created our favourite summer day in Inverness with our Inverness Soap Trio!
Our Island Collection jewelry line is one of our most successful collaborations. Designed by Quincy, we partnered with House of Moda (Halifax) and created a special Cape Breton inspired jewelry line. Shipped all over Canada and throughout the US, our Island Collection earrings, necklaces and bracelets are loved by many!
Our Q Line, designed for Quincy, includes hoodies, t-shirts, souvenirs, cards and prints. Celebrating all the beauty that surrounds us in Inverness County, our designs are thoughtful, bright and colourful.
These are just some of the highlights of Quincy Street Market. We have a wonderful collection of locally produced art and original paintings, jewelry, fibre art, craft and leather work. We often feature pop-up shops of some of our artists, host live music for customers to enjoy and have become a hub of community happenings.
Quincy Street Market, for life by the sea.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Open start date: January 3, 2024
- Open end date: December 31, 2024
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/34830.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/34831.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/34832.webp
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/quincystreetmarket/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quincystreetmarket/
- Business: Quincy Street Market
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.quincystreetmarket.com
- Google rating: 4.5
- Primary contact: 2395
- General area: 37, Inverness Area
Quite Shore Cottage
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/quite-shore-cottage/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33449.webp

- Listing type tax: 3
- Accommodation type: Cabin/Cottage
- Beach type: Ocean beach
- Tara registration num: STR2627B4612
- Region: Northumberland Shore
- City: 539, Marshville
- General area: 87, Tatamagouche Area
- Latitude: 45.75119
- Longitude: -63.143773
- Phone: 902-221-6689
- Contact details: Phone
- Description: Enjoy our quiet beach and swim in the warmest waters north of the Carolinas. Watch the seals sunbathe at low tide while the herons and sandpipers search for hermit crabs. Enjoy the panoramic water view and amazing summer sunsets. You need only pack a bag as everything you need is close by.
The cottage has two bedrooms. One in the loft is quite large with a queen size bed and has a reading nook with a great view. The other bedroom is on the main floor and has a queen bed and a two single beds. The main living room has two couches, two comfy chairs and a kitchen table for up to six. The addition of a heat pump provides air conditioning during the warmer summer days. The bathroom has a large soaker tub for two with an electric fireplace that sets a relaxing mood.
Everything you could need to enjoy your stay is here and we encourage you to use our things!
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Open start date: May 1, 2020
- Open end date: October 31, 2020
- Rate period: Per Night
- Payment types: MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33449.webp
- Accommodation common amenities: Air Conditioning, Beach Access on Property, Jacuzzi Tub, Kitchen/Kitchenette, TV (Cable/Sat TV/Smart), Water / Ocean View
- Onsite amenities: Parking, WiFi
- Number of units: 1
- Online booking:
- Business: Quite Shore Cottage / Nova Scotia’s North Shore Cottage
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.airbnb.ca/rooms/13172469
- Notes:
- Google rating: 5
- Primary contact: 3099
Rage Room Halifax
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/rage-room-halifax/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/34764.webp

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Novelty Activities & Gaming
- Region: Halifax Metro
- Street address: 2820 Isleville St.
- Postal code: B3K 3X2
- City: 351, Halifax
- Latitude: 44.659324
- Longitude: -63.599135
- Phone: 902-487-3101
- Email: bookings@rageroomhalifax.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Rage Room Halifax is where you go to blow off some steam. We provide the room, the safety gear, and the stuff … you smash and go, we’ll take care of the clean up! We have packages for two people and big groups. Located in the heart of Halifax’s North End business hub with two rooms to rage in. Book a rage sesh and venture out to visit local breweries, vibrant arts, and shop around in local stores.
How it works:
Most of our booking are by appointments but we accept walk-ins too. We recommend bookings of under 6 participants be booked online at least 24hrs in advance. Contact us through social media, phone or email for bigger groups.
We recommend comfortable clothing or sport clothing and comfortable shoes.
We do not allow open shoes, sandals, or flip-flops. Your feet must be completely covered with no exposed skin, there are no exceptions. We carry safety gear up to size 5XL, please contact us for any accommodations.
We recommend anyone aged 10 and up to take part in the smashing, however younger children have participated with parental supervision. All children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Almost all of our smashables are thrift store rejects. They are products that have had a full life and could not be sold. We’re happy to be able to give these products one last use before sending them off for recycling (details below). The fact that these items are used at Rage Room Halifax increases the likeliness the items or their components will be recycled.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Hours of Operation: Various packages available to book online or by phone
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/34764.webp
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RageRoomHFX
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rageroomhfx/
- Business: Rage Room Halifax
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://rageroomhalifax.ca
- Notes:
- General area: 35, Halifax/Dartmouth Area
- Google rating: 4.7
- Primary contact: 2405
- Campaign category: 69
Raging Crow Distillery
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/raging-crow-distillery/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/25190.webp

- Listing type tax: 6
- Eat drink type: Distillery
- Region: Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley
- Street address: 969 Seminary Avenue
- Postal code: B0P 1H0
- City: 122, Canning
- Latitude: 45.15773
- Longitude: -64.41953
- Phone: 902-300-6786
- Email: jill@ragingcrow.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Raging Crow Distillery is a small-batch, hand-crafted, artisanal distillery that focuses on creating national award-winning spirits, sourcing local products wherever possible, like honey from the local beekeeper, rye from the local farmer, coffee from the local coffee roaster, maple syrup from the local maple shack, bacon smoked by the local butcher, etc.
We are focused on quality versus quantity.
Explore our many unique products including:
Spruce Tip Gin
Dill Pickle Vodka
Cajun Chocolate Liqueur
Haskap Gin
0% alcohol Gin
Nazdrowka Vodka, Nova Scotia’s only potato vodka
an assortment of locally inspired and flavoured Liqueurs
… and so much more!
Visit us at our location in Canning, between Wolfville and New Minas near Halls Harbour and the Blomidon Lookoff and Blomidon Provincial Park.
Raging Crow Distillery is a member of Taste of Nova Scotia and a stop on the Nova Scotia Good Cheer Trail.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/25190.webp
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Membership: Good Cheer Trail, Taste of Nova Scotia
- Website: https://www.ragingcrow.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Raging-Crow-Distillery-Inc-1989477401293844/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ragingcrowdistillery/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=sS-RCpaxDnM&feature=emb_logo
- Business: Raging Crow Distillery
- Active listing: 1
- Notes:
- General area: 12, Blomidon Area
- Primary contact: 2730
- Highlights: Winner of a Double Gold and three Bronze medals and the the Community Engagement Award which recognizes excellence in distilling and meaningful contribution to local culture and economic development, at 2026 Canadian Artisan Spirits Competition.
- Google rating: 4.9
Rainbow Haven Beach Provincial Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/rainbow-haven-beach-provincial-park/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33437.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Campground type: Provincial
- Tours outdoors: Beaches & Pools, Parks
- Beach type: Supervised/Lifeguarded
- Region: Halifax Metro
- Street address: 2248 Cow Bay Road
- Postal code: B3G 1K8
- City: 196, Cow Bay
- General area: 26, Eastern Passage Area
- Latitude: 44.647896
- Longitude: -63.423948
- Email: parkinfo@novascotia.ca
- Contact details: Email
- Description: Note: Rainbow Haven Beach will be closed for construction beginning September 8, 2026.
Rainbow Haven is located 8 km (5 mi) east of Quigley’s Corner near Cole Harbour in the Halifax Metro region. This large sand-and-cobble beach has boardwalks, change houses, and showers. Supervised swimming July and August and is part of the larger Cole Harbour-Lawrencetown Provincial Park.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 17, 2025
- Open end date: September 7, 2026
- Hours of Operation: (dates subject to change)
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33437.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33438.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33439.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33440.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33441.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/33442.webp
- Government level: Provincial
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NSProvincialParks
- Business: Department of Natural Resources and Renewables / Provincial Park
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://parks.novascotia.ca/content/rainbow-haven-beach
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.7
- Primary contact: 1662
Ralph’s Downeast Diner
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/ralphs-downeast-diner/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Ralphs-Diner-1920x1080-1.jpg

- Active listing: 1
- Business: Ralph's Downeast Diner
- Primary contact: 3263
- Listing type tax: 6
- Google rating: 4.6
- Eat drink type: Restaurant
- Region: Halifax Metro
- Street address: 13080 Trunk 7
- City: 439, Lake Charlotte
- General area: 57, Musquodoboit Harbour Area
- Postal code: B0J 1Y0
- Latitude: 44.80518794061547
- Longitude: -62.880878376150854
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: A cozy, casual licensed dining spot open 7 days a week. Enjoy fresh seafood, chargrilled burgers, homemade desserts, and more in a friendly, cheerful atmosphere. Bring family and friends, book a business lunch, or celebrate a special occasion and discover what we have to offer.
Seasonal service is available on our spacious patio, with seating for 40+ guests. For details or reservations, visit us in person or call 902-845-2202.
Open every day from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Hours of Operation: 11am – 7pm
- Payment types: MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Ralphs-Diner-1920x1080-1.jpg
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Onsite amenities: WiFi
- Restaurant amenities: Children's Menu, Patio
- Restaurant type: Family Dining
- Restaurant specialties: Burgers, Fish & Chips
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Ralphs-Downeast-Diner-100092253472279/
- Trip advisor: https://www.tripadvisor.ca/Restaurant_Review-g13277023-d12729698-Reviews-Ralph_s_Downeast_Diner-Ship_Harbour_Halifax_Regional_Municipality_Nova_Scotia.html
- Notes:
- Phone: 902-845-2202
- Email: rbayers@live.com
Randall House Museum
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/randall-house-museum/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22043.webp

- Listing type tax: 4
- Attraction type: Museum/Historic Site
- Museumhistoric site type: Historic Site, Museum
- Region: Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley
- Street address: 259 Main Street
- City: 972, Wolfville
- General area: 94, Wolfville Area
- Latitude: 45.092051
- Longitude: -64.355311
- Phone: 902-542-9775
- Email: randallhouse@outlook.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Come visit one of the oldest houses still standing in Wolfville, NS. Explore exhibits, enjoy activities such as afternoon tea, programs and workshops, take a stroll through our historically based gardens, and shop in our tax-free gift shop.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 26, 2025
- Open end date: September 21, 2025
- Hours of Operation: Wed–Sat 10am–5pm, Sun 1:30–5pm.
- Rate details: Admission by donation.
- Payment types: MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22043.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22044.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22045.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22046.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22424.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22425.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22426.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22427.webp
- Onsite amenities: Gift Shop, Parking, Public Washroom
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WolfvilleHistoricalSociety
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/randallhousens
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/RandallHouseNS
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT2u-ehDl8ZjGquRnY8VpGg
- Business: Randall House Museum
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.wolfvillehs.ednet.ns.ca
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.1
- Primary contact: 61
Rankin Tuna Charters
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/rankin-tuna-charters/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/23701.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Tours outdoors: Sport Fishing, 18
- Boating sailing type: Boat Tour
- Region: Cape Breton Island
- Street address: 1581 Mabou Harbour Road
- City: 512, Mabou Harbour
- Latitude: 46.086283
- Longitude: -61.4646
- Phone: 902-258-5234
- Email: rankintunacharters@gmail.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Feel the adrenaline rush of battling some of the biggest game in the Atlantic Ocean—the giant Bluefin Tuna. Join Captain Andrew Rankin, a third generation fisherman with 37 years of experience and his grown children for a tour aboard their boat, the Brown Eyed Girl ’17.
On our tuna charters you can jig mackerel and view sea life, such as pilot and minke whales, porpoises, seals and bald eagles. The tours depart from picturesque Mabou Harbour, surrounded by rolling farmlands and the hills of Mabou highlands.
Cape Breton fishermen have hauled the biggest tuna in the world with Bluefin tuna reaching speeds of up to 88 kms per hour. The World Record Bluefin tuna was caught off Cape Breton on October 26, 1979 weighing in at 1,491 lbs. Also, the highly valued Japanese delicacy, maguro (Bluefin sushi) is a profitable industry in the Cape Breton area.
Fishing charters are offered from September 1 to October 31 and include local food and beverages.
Rankin Tuna Charters is located 10 minutes from the village of Mabou, an area that is rich in Celtic culture. After a day on the water, relax at the famous Rankin Family-owned, Red Shoe Pub or at nearby Glenora Distillery, North America’s first single malt whisky distillery. Mabou is also located on the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail, Nova Scotia’s first destination trail for cyclists, and minutes away from the acclaimed Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs golf courses, as well as the world famous Cabot Trail.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: September 1, 2025
- Open end date: October 31, 2025
- Payment types: Cash
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/23701.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/23702.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/23703.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/23704.webp
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rankintunacharters
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa59aszgUf6gdl0v5XMuhuQ
- Business: Rankin Tuna Charters
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.rankintunacharters.com
- Guided tour: 1
- Notes:
- General area: 50, Mabou Area
- Google rating: 5
- Primary contact: 1869
Raspberry Cottage
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/raspberry-cottage/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22047.webp

- Listing type tax: 3
- Accommodation type: Condo & House
- Tours outdoors: Hiking
- Winter activity type: Snowshoeing
- Tara registration num: STR2627D0813
- Region: Cape Breton Island
- Street address: Kempt Head Rd
- City: 799, Southside Boularderie
- Latitude: 46.203183
- Longitude: -60.448899
- Phone: 407-435-1240
- Email: post@explorerscottage.co
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Raspberry Cottage is a four-bedroom, 2,000-square-foot cottage located in the heart of Cape Breton Island, convenient to sightseeing in all directions. The cottage is located on a UNESCO biosphere reserve and has a water view of the Bras d’Or Lake, an inland sea connected to the Atlantic Ocean. Raspberry Cottage provides an authentic country cottage experience on 150 wooded acres, with a newly renovated interior, library, free berry and orchard picking, and a hiking path throughout the acreage. Wi-fi, TV, coffee beans, tea, charcoal and propane grills, and logs for an outdoor fire circle are all included. Proximity to the Cabot Trail, golf, world-class fishing, the Gaelic College, and the ferry to Newfoundland.
Another cottage, Explorer’s Cottage, is just across the street but the two cottages are not visible to each other. Explorer’s Cottage is 4,000 square feet, has four bedrooms, and is on the Bras d’Or Lake, with a private beach and botanical park setting.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Low rate: 204
- High rate: 315
- Rate period: Per Night
- Rate details: $160 housekeeping fee per rental; security deposit required.
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22047.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22048.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22049.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22050.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22051.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22052.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22053.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22055.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22428.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/22429.webp
- Accommodation common amenities: Kitchen/Kitchenette, TV (Cable/Sat TV/Smart)
- Pets policy: Pets not allowed
- Number of units: 1
- Website: https://www.explorerscottage.co
- Online booking:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raspberry.cottage.capebreton
- Business: Explorer's Cottage / Raspberry Cottage
- Active listing: 1
- Notes:
- General area: 13, Bras d'Or/Boularderie Area
- Google rating: 5
- Primary contact: 3495
- Highlights: For visitor safety we are leaving 3 days between each guest reservation.
Raven Haven Beachside Family Park
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/raven-haven-beachside-family-park/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/34671.webp

- Listing type tax: 9
- Tours outdoors: Beaches & Pools, Boating & Sailing, Canoeing & Kayaking, Parks, Surf & Water Sports
- Beach type: Freshwater beach
- Boating sailing type: Public Boat Launch
- Surf water sports type: Stand Up Paddleboarding
- Region: Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley
- Street address: 2239 Virginia Road
- City: 945, West Springhill
- General area: 3, Annapolis Royal Area
- Latitude: 44.578567
- Longitude: -65.428095
- Phone: 902-532-7320
- Email: ravenhaven@annapoliscounty.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Raven Haven Beachside Family Park is one of the Annapolis County’s popular day use parks and is home to the largest public sandy beach in the county! Make Raven Haven your destination for a perfect beach day where you can spend time in the refreshing freshwater at Sandy Bottom Lake, relaxing on the beach, or just enjoying the sunshine or shade between June and September, each year.
Park Amenities and Facilities include:
Swim at our large sandy beach; no lifeguards/unsupervised
Beach area is wheelchair accessible and swim area is accessible via Mobi Mat & floating chair, available onsite for free.
Canteen: Open 11am to 5pm. We accept cash & debit only. For full menu & price list, visit our Facebook page.
Washhouse: Change areas with lockers (bring your own lock), flush toilets, sinks.
Wheelchair accessible washrooms available onsite.
Onsite use of canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddle boards (SUP) and pedal-boats with PFDs, paddles and other safety gear provided.
Many picnic options onsite in the sun, in the shade, etc. Raven Haven is a great place to have a birthday party, school reunion, staff party, etc.
Public boat launch: The boat launch is available for small craft launching between the between hours of 10:00 am – 5:30 pm as all craft must be loaded and off site at 6:00 pm each evening.
Games areas: Beach volleyball court along with plenty of space to play games. Either borrow one of ours or bring your own.
General Park rules
If you are visiting Raven Haven Beachside Family Park here are a few rules to make everyone’s visit an enjoyable one:
No smoking on our beach and playing areas (only in parking lot area); cigarette butt receptacles are available.
No alcohol or drug use in park.
No campfires.
No dogs on the beach swimming beach. Dogs are allowed only in the park on a leash and in designated areas only. You must pick up after your dog. Please plan to bring your own doggie bags and dispose of in garbage receptacles on site.
No watercraft allowed in the swimming area between the white buoys and the designated swim beach. All boats (stand-up paddle boards, canoe and kayaks) can launch near the boat launch area to the east of the jetty.
Please join us at the beach this summer and call us if you have any questions:
Year-round inquiries (902) 532-2331
Raven Haven (seasonal number) 902-532-7320
- Period of operation: Open seasonally
- Months open seasonally: June, July, August, September
- Payment types: Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/34671.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/34672.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/34673.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/34678.webp
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Onsite amenities: Parking, Picnic Tables, Public Washroom, Restaurant/Canteen/Tea Room
- Government level: Municipal
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Raven-Haven-Beachside-Family-Park-167552673307653
- Business: Municipality of the County of Annapolis / Annapolis County Recreation Services
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.ravenhaven.ca
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.5
- Primary contact: 232
- Equipment rental: Canoes, Kayaks, Pedal boat/board, SUP Paddleboards
Ravens Rest Retreat
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/ravens-rest-retreat/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Ravens_Rest_Raw_250_.jpg

- Listing type tax: 3
- Accommodation type: Cabin/Cottage
- Tara registration num: STR2627T1306
- Region: Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley
- Street address: 3265 Highway 215, Moose Brook
- Postal code: B0N 2R0
- City: 627, Noel
- Latitude: 45.282111
- Longitude: -63.831362
- Phone: 902-305-6488
- Email: recharge@ravensrestretreat.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Featuring three cabins and two cottages including our deluxe wheelchair accessible cottage, Ravens Rest Retreat welcomes you to our rolling meadows overlooking Burntcoat Head Park, home to the highest tides in the world.
Indulge in the ultimate relaxation experience when you explore our shared access wellness area with a rejuvenating cold immersion tub, a soothing hot tub, a detoxifying sauna, and a cozy pergola with a fire table to warm your soul.
During your stay connect with nature walking our forest trail, marvel at the night sky while roasting marshmallows at your campfire, and enjoy spending time with the Retreat’s friendly companion animals – Jack the donkey, alpacas, highlander cattle, bees, chickens, guinea fowl, and our sweet Branigan the Irish Wolfhound. Our knowledgeable host will guide you around the farm, where you can learn how to feed and care for the animals.
Ravens Rest Retreat is the perfect coastal farm stay getaway to truly rest, reset, and recharge!
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Low rate: 249
- High rate: 355
- Rate period: Per Night
- Payment types: Debit cards, MasterCard, PayPal, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Ravens_Rest_Raw_250_.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Ravens-Rest-Retreat-by-Nova-Social-Media-41-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/DAV01429-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/DAV00653-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Ravens-Rest-Retreat-by-Nova-Social-Media-180-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Ravens-Rest-Retreat-by-Nova-Social-Media-82-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_5783_Edit_Ravensrest.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Ravens_Rest_Raw_422_.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Wellness-Cold-Tub-1920x1080-1.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Wellness-Fire-scaled.jpg
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Accommodation common amenities: Hot Tub (Shared Access), Kitchen/Kitchenette, Sauna (Shared Access), Water / Ocean View, Woodstove/Fireplace
- Onsite amenities: Parking, WiFi
- Pets policy: Pets on premises, Pets welcome
- Number of units: 5
- Online booking:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ravensrestretreat
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/ravensrestretreat
- Business: Ravens Rest Retreat
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.ravensrestretreat.com
- Notes:
- Google rating: 5
- Primary contact: 2533
- General area: 17, Burntcoat Head Area
- Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ravens_rest_retreat
RayPort Campground
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/rayport-campground/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/10124.webp

- Listing type tax: 5
- Campground type: Privately Owned
- Tours outdoors: Cycling & Mountain Biking, Sport Fishing, Hiking
- Tara registration num: exempt
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 165 Shingle Mill Road
- Postal code: B0J 2E0
- City: 543, Martin’s River
- General area: 51, Mahone Bay Area
- Latitude: 44.4865
- Longitude: -64.33833
- Phone: 902-627-2678
- Email: rayport@hotmail.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: 28 overnight sites (E (15/20/30/50 amp),W,Se,U) + 58 seasonal. Wooded campground on river. Washrooms with flush toilets and showers, disposal station, laundromat, pay phones, ice, wood, camping supplies, digital cable TV (high-definition), Wi-Fi. Outdoor swimming pool and playground area, games room, hiking trails. Good Sam.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 8, 2026
- Open end date: October 19, 2026
- Low rate: 42
- High rate: 57
- Rate period: Per Night
- Payment types: American Express, Debit cards, MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/10124.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/20324.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/20325.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/20326.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/20327.webp
- Accommodation common amenities: Pool (Outdoor)
- Onsite amenities: Parking, WiFi
- Campground amenity: Disposal Station, Electrical Hook-Up, Flush Toilets, Laundromat, Playground, Pool (Outdoor), Pull-Through Sites, Rec Hall, Sewage Hook-Up, Shaded Sites, Showers, Unserviced Sites, Water Hook-Up, Water / Ocean View Sites
- Pets policy: Pets welcome
- Number of units: 86
- Business: RayPort Campground
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://www.rayport.ca
- Notes:
- Google rating: 4.7
- Primary contact: 1179
- Num seasonal campground units: 58
- Num short term campground units: 28
- Tara exempt: 1
Rebecca’s Restaurant
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/rebeccas-restaurant/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/17805.webp

- Listing type tax: 6
- Eat drink type: Restaurant
- Region: South Shore
- Street address: 249 Edgewater Street
- City: 516, Mahone Bay
- Latitude: 44.4559
- Longitude: -64.377883
- Phone: 902-531-3313
- Contact details: Phone
- Description: Located just on the water’s edge in beautiful Mahone Bay is Rebecca’s Restaurant. At Rebecca’s, you can enjoy a uniquely quaint dining experience with a cozy coastal atmosphere. Chef Misty Thibeault and baker Rebecca South utilize Nova Scotia’s vast selection of seasonal ingredients to inspire the ever-changing menu.
While satisfying the palates of their beloved sea and land lovers, much attention is paid towards vegetarian and vegan cuisine as well. Rebecca’s also offers a wide range of locally made beverages and homemade desserts which will leave you wanting more.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Open start date: January 16, 2024
- Open end date: December 31, 2024
- Hours of Operation: Please refer to website for hours of operation.
- Payment types: MasterCard, Visa
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/17805.webp, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Rebecca_s_Restaurant_0734.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tourism_NS_Mahone_Bay_Edits_0691.tif, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tourism_NS_Mahone_Bay_Edits_0860.tif
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Restaurant amenities: Children's Menu, 11, Live Entertainment, Patio, Reservations Recommended
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebeccasrestaurantNS
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebeccasrestaurant/
- Business: Rebecca's Restaurant
- Active listing: 1
- Notes:
- General area: 51, Mahone Bay Area
- Google rating: 4.5
- Primary contact: 1954
- Restaurant type: Casual Dining
Red Asian Fusion Restaurant
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/red-asian-fusion-restaurant/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/34396.webp

- Listing type tax: 6
- Eat drink type: Restaurant
- Region: Halifax Metro
- Street address: 5169 South Street
- Postal code: B3J 1A2
- City: 351, Halifax
- Latitude: 44.640382
- Longitude: -63.571823
- Phone: 902-489-9819
- Email: gigiyu9829@gmail.com
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: The Red Asian Fusion is one of the most hot Asian Fine Dining Restaurant in Halifax.
- Period of operation: Open year-round
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/34396.webp
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
- Restaurant amenities: 7, 9, Reservations Recommended
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedAsianfusion/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redasianfusionhalifax/
- Business: Red Asian Fusion Restaurant
- Active listing: 1
- Website: https://redasianfusion.com/
- Notes:
- General area: 35, Halifax/Dartmouth Area
- Google rating: 4.4
- Primary contact: 2749
- Restaurant type: Family Dining, Fine Dining / Gourmet
Red Barn Restaurant & Gift Shop
URL: https://novascotia.com/listing/red-barn-restaurant-gift-shop/
Main Featured Image: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/THE_RED_BARN_12_1_.jpg

- Listing type tax: 4, 6, 9
- Attraction type: Artisans, Shops & Galleries
- Artisan gallery type: Unique Shop
- Eat drink type: Restaurant
- Tours outdoors: Golf
- Golf type: Novelty Golf
- Tara registration num: n/a
- Region: Cape Breton Island
- Street address: 2 Cabot Trail
- Postal code: B0E 1B0
- City: 644, Nyanza
- Latitude: 46.09446
- Longitude: -60.868303
- Phone: 902-295-3036
- Email: redbarn@ns.sympatico.ca
- Contact details: Phone, Email
- Description: Whether it be the beginning or the end of your tour of the Cabot Trail, stop into this historic landmark.
We are the largest gift shop on Cape Breton Island. We have three award winning giftshops. We offer a large selection of Cape Breton souvenirs, shirts, clan items, local crafts and handmade sweaters, quilts, moccasins and a wide selection of sterling silver jewelry and Christmas items.
Seeing is believing.
On site you’ll find our casual licensed family restaurant with a great view of the Highlands mountain range. Our menu offers a great variety of choices from superb seafood and a children’s menu.
Fun for everyone, our 18 hole mini golf course offers lots of enjoyment for kids and adults alike. Our friendly service and fine food will linger as one of the pleasant memories of your Cape Breton visit.
- Period of operation: Open within a date range
- Open start date: May 1, 2025
- Open end date: October 30, 2025
- Images: https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/THE_RED_BARN_12_1_.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/THE_RED_BARN_5_1_.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/THE_RED_BARN_21.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/THE_RED_BARN_24.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/THE_RED_BARN_34.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/THE_RED_BARN_36.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/THE_RED_BARN_40.jpg, https://novascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/THE_RED_BARN_48.jpg
- Restaurant amenities: Children's Menu, 7, 11
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redbarngiftshop/
- Business: Red Barn Restaurant
- Active listing: 1
- Notes:
- General area: 6, Baddeck Area
- Google rating: 4.3
- Website: https://www.redbarn.ca/
- Primary contact: 2396
- Campaign category: 66
- Restaurant type: Family Dining, Casual Dining
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