Antiques, Artisans, and Appetites in Blockhouse
Welcome to Blockhouse, Nova Scotia! Here you will find two vintage and antique stores, a trading store, two cafe’s, and Canada’s first art maze! Whether you like to shop, explore, eat… or do all three, Blockhouse, Nova Scotia is the place to be!
Coming from either direction on Highway 103, take exit 11, turning towards Blockhouse, and follow the road until you reach the four-way stop. Just slightly before the four-way stop, make a left turn into a small parking lot and visit Blockhouse Trading Company! At this location, both tourists and locals can consign, sell or donate vintage items. The shop owners are very community oriented, which can be seen clearly in their saying “serve the community and preserve history.” You can find this location at 11 Cornwall Rd, Blockhouse, NS.
Continuing on, make a left turn at the four-way stop and head towards The Brindle Boston and The Four Points Vintage Market, conveniently located right next to each other! These locations have lots of vintage items and antiques, with The Four Points Vintage Market being new as of 2023, and The Brindle Boston featuring gifts catered towards dog lovers! There are also Vintage Markets held at this location throughout the summer. Head over to our Festivals & Events Calendar to find out when the next market will be. Find The Brindle Boston at 531 NS-325, Blockhouse, NS, and The Four Points Vintage Market at 513 NS-325, Blockhouse, NS.
Across the street from these locations, you will find Boulangerie la Vendeenne, also commonly known as the French Bakery. Enjoy their bakery and pastry selections such as breads, croissants, tarts, and more! You can also purchase Helen B’s preservatives at this location, such as jams, jellies, and the ever so popular Million Dollar Relish, just to name a few. You can find this location at 500 NS-325, Blockhouse, NS.
Time to turn around! Head back towards the four-way stop and continue straight on Highway 325. Make a right turn on School Road and drive along until you find Chicory Blue General Store on your left. Enjoy a cup of coffee or lunch either inside at this location, out on the patio, or at their magnificent outdoor garden. The garden is always growing, so be sure to visit more than once as the garden may look different on your next visit! You can also rent a bike at this location, and hop onto the Rails to Trails system. Chicory Blue General Store has been so kind as to create a path to the trail directly from the store. You can find Chicory Blue General Store at 27 School Rd, Blockhouse, NS.
Head back to Highway 325 via the direction you came in, making a right-hand turn when you turn off of School Road. Approximately 3km up the road on your right-hand side, you will find BernArt Maze. They are Canada’s first ever art maze! There are nearly a kilometer of paths to explore with unique and exciting artwork around every twist and turn! You can find the Art Maze at 1136 NS-325, Blockhouse, NS.
