Enjoy the bright, spacious feel of this historical (1837), fully renovated country home. On an acre of property with both mature trees and large lawn, ready yourself to unwind and breathe in the clean ocean air from nearby St. Mary’s Bay. Not only is the ocean close by but prepare yourself for the unmasked night sky. Can you pick out the constellations? Relax by a fire at our fire pit. Perhaps you'll hear owls nearby or coyotes in the distance. Enjoy the twitter of Warblers, Kinglets and other songbirds.
But that’s just what nature has given us, what about inside? A home built for large families, you’ll enjoy the front living room for your morning coffee, or conversation space. As much natural light as you’d like and sufficient lamps for your evenings. Then, there’s the country kitchen, with an enviable amount of both counter space, cupboards and dining area, fully equipped for any meals you decide to make. A BBQ is conveniently located on the deck outside of the kitchen with a patio table where you can dine el fresco if you choose.
We’re rural but don’t worry, you’ll still have access to high speed internet to stay connected and entertained. Our 42 inch Roku Smart TV is available for you to stream your favourite shows on any of your streaming channels in our TV room..
When bedtime arrives, you’ll have your choice of three + bedrooms. The master bedroom, with a full sized closet and a comfy double bed, our second bedroom with a queen bed and dresser, and our third bedroom with a twin bed and dresser. For extra guests, a comfortable double air mattress, complete with an electric air pump in a room upstairs! Roughing it never felt so good (no linens at this point for air matyress).
There are 2 bathrooms, one on each level. Bathe or shower in the main floor bathroom while upstairs you’ll enjoy using a soaker tub, complete with epsom salts and candle to unwind after a day out exploring.
In house laundry with laundry necessities are at your finger tips. The 2 car garage can protect your vehicle or any other fun stuff you bring.
Things to do nearby:
Explore the immediate area on foot, including Little Brook, Lake Innocent and nearby ponds - perhaps you'll glimpse the beaver.
By car:
* Le Petit Bois hiking trails leading to St. Mary’s Bay and St. Anne University - 7 minutes
* North America's largest wooden church at Churchpoint - 7 minutes
* Wentworth Municipal Park’s imaginative nature space – including hammocks, children’s play areas, and trails, with an inland lake popular for fishing, kayaking/canoeing and swimming - 15 minutes
* Smuggler’s Cove Provinicial Park - 15 minutes
* Weymouth and the Sissiboo River - 15 minutes
* Mavilette Beach and Cape St. Mary's - 25 minutes
* Yarmouth, Digby or Bear River - 35 minutes
* Ferries: * Digby to St. John, New Brunswick - 35 minutes
* Yarmouth to Bar Harbor, Maine - 35 minutes
* Whale Watching:
Digby Neck, Long Island and Brier Island are arguably the Whale Watching Capital of the World and guests to The Acadian Country Home have lots of choice when it comes to Whale watching operators. The exciting Ocean Exploration Zodiac Whale Cruises, www.oceanexplorations.ca, describe themselves as 'Nova Scotia's most exciting and popular whale/sea bird cruises!' We’ve done the cruise and were delighted to see whales, along with other marine mammals and birds.
* Kejimkujik National Park:
Kejimkujik (or Keji for short!) features abundant lakes and rivers ideal for canoeing. The lush woodlands and rolling landscape are home to a variety of wildlife and visitors may enjoy historic canoe routes including portages as well as many beautiful hiking trails.
Parks Canada says that Kejimkujik provides the best canoeing country in Nova Scotia. You don't have to be an experienced canoe handler to enjoy the quiet lakes and gently flowing rivers as guided canoe outings are given throughout the summer by park interpreters. This is also an ideal place for first time canoers or children to learn how to pilot these vessels.
Cyclists may use their own bikes or rent one and then enjoy the 5 multi purpose trails in the park. For those that prefer the security of their own two feet, Keji offers a trail for everyone.
Festivals and Other Activities:
* Largest annual gathering of Acadians each late July/early August
* Gran Fondo Bike Race in September! Bienvenue!
* St. Mary's University
* Blue's Festival
* Belliveau Cove Saturday Market
* Lots of local musical talent to sample
* hunting and fishing
And of course…. Seafood. Whether you want to treat yourself at one of the local restaurants or buy it fresh at the nearby fishery and cook at “home” the choices are many.
We are hosting while our home is for sale. We are confident that you will enjoy your stay with minimal disruptions. At the outside chance that there is a potential showing during your stay, we will give you at least 2 days notice. Showings are often in the afternoon when guests are out and about. We appreciate your help in this.
