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The First Capital of all of New France from 1632 - 1636.
Before beginning your walk on beautiful Fort Point, imagine that today’s date is May 8, 1604. Look southwest across Dublin Bay toward the Atlantic Ocean. Beyond the islands you may see the good ship Le Don de Dieu as it drops anchor for the first time in the New World. Samuel de Champlain, the man who would change Europe’s understanding of this vast continent, stands on the foredeck sketching the first of his famous maps. Do you see him waving to you?
Learn moreThe history of the in-shore fisheries and life on the LaHave Islands.
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Connecting the LaHave Islands to the mainland this beach streches out from the shore to Georges Island and provides a popular beach destination for tourists throughout the summer.
Learn moreFrench colonists planted the first vine in this area in the early 1600’s. In 1994, Petite Riviere Vinyards revived the tradition. Wines from Canada’s oldest winegrowing region are now available at the winery, and at select retaurants in the area.
PETITE RIVIERE VINEYARDS uses only grapes from the LaHave River Valley. Our poor rocky soil and long, mild growing season provide an ideal terroir for quality wines. The wines bear the name of this unique region, “Côtes de LaHave”.
Whether you want to swim, search for sea shells, or just spend the day relaxing in the sun, Rissers Beach Provincial Park offers every kind of recreational opportunity available at the seaside.
Some of the features of the park include a kilometre long white sand beach and Interpretation Centre and boardwalk along an inland marsh.
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Mission
Save our planet
Leave it better than we found it
To create unique art that makes people happy
To share our love of the sea
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The Maritime Painted Saltbox Heritage Reproduction Furniture and Fine Art Gallery .
Learn moreYour adventure starts by taking Highway 103 past Bridgewater and turning down Italy Cross Road.
Learn moreVenturing down Highway #3 from Bridgewater will reward you with a scenic drive along the winding LaHave River. Your destination: the LaHave Ferry on Highway 332. As the last remaining cable ferry in Canada, this unique 5 minute journey gives you a perfect 360° view of life on the river.
Learn moreFrom our authentic turn-of-the century shop, choose from a wide variety of breads, rolls, cakes and cookies, made only with traditional ingredients.
Learn moreMacLeod’s Canteen, seating 35, known for homemade chowders, soups, sandwiches, local fish, clams, etc
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Join us for an amazing carefree vacation in South West Nova Scotia. Our spacious motel rooms and waterfront rentals are only minutes from the legendary white sand beaches; quaint fishing villages; world class restaurants and artisans, and historic towns that dot Nova Scotia’s picturesque Lighthouse Route.
Open from May through October, our established motel is a brief 10 minute drive from the town of Bridgewater, the hub of the South Shore of Nova Scotia. Here on the banks of the beautiful LaHave River, visitors can relax and absorb all the splendor, solitude and excitement the region has to offer.
Learn moreBroad Cove Vacation Suites - 3* Property
4 Deluxe House-Keeping Apartments on Nova Scotia’s Beautiful South Shore
The Apartments are ideally situated for Sightseeing the South Shore of Nova Scotia and for Day Trips to Halifax, and the Annapolis Valley.
Located in a small, scenic, seaside Village on the picturesque Lighthouse Route 331, in Broad Cove, Lunenburg County, Nova Scotia, Canada, a 2 minute walk to the ocean and beach and close to four other beaches, the area is an ideal retreat for rest and relaxation. Canoeing, Kayaking, Wind-Surfing, Diving, Cycling, Hiking, Walking, Bird-Watching, Photography,Painting, Sailing, Antiques, Crafts, Fishing, Golf, Horse-Back Riding, Concerts, Theater, Festivals, Museums, Community Suppers, Geneology, History and more.
This area has it all and Kejimkujik Park is less than an hour away. 21 miles (35 km) from the towns of Lunenburg, Liverpool and Bridgewater and just 1 1/2 hours from Halifax, Dartmouth and the Airport. We are just 2 Hours from the Yarmouth and Digby Ferries and the Catamaran.
Learn moreCome to the heart of coastal Nova Scotia! White sandy beaches, quaint fishing villages, picturesque seaside towns, majestic natural parks are yours to discover at Craigflower Cottage.
Just a brief two-minute walk from beautiful Crescent Beach, Lunenburg County, our Nova Scotia cottage rental could easily become the destination of choice for your family vacation.
And there is so much to see! Follow the Lighthouse Route west to Risser’s Beach Provincial Park and Campground, just a short two-minute drive from your front door. Enjoy an early morning hike or an afternoon swim at the park.
Learn moreThe Petite Villa Guest Cottage is spacious and luxurious, exquisitely furnished and decorated. Petite Villa has hardwood floors, a fully equipped kitchen and bath, private patio and lawn, soaring cathedral ceiling, magnificent floor-to-ceiling fireplace; and with two bedrooms and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room, can sleep six comfortably.
The luxury and charm of the Petite Villa make it particularly suitable for romantic honeymoon or anniversary celebrations, yet it’s great for families as well. There’s a large lawn with croquet & badminton sets for your use and enjoyment, and we offer bicycles and a canoe for exploring the region up close.
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