Halifax and Southwest Railway Museum

Halifax & Southwestern Railway Museum is dedicated to preserving the rich railroading heritage of the area.

Bay to Bay Trail

This 10 km trail along the “Lunenburg Spur” connects the Towns of Lunenburg and Mahone Bay and links with both the Adventure Trail and the Dynamite Trail.  Access includes hikers, bicycles, ATV’s, snowmobiles, skies, and horses.  Parking is available at access points along the trail.

Gaff Point

Unique, unspoiled promontory of 124 acres separates the LaHave estuary and Hartling Bay. It consists of marine, terrestrial and wetland ecosystems. Both sides of the point have steep cliffs; there are tidal pools where topography becomes gentler; and sand and gravel beaches along the shoreline.

Hirtle’s Beach

A nature enthusiast’s paradise.  Categorized as a living beach because the beach moves and shifts at the whim of the ocean.  Hirtle’s Beach is ever changing.  Here you will find more than three kilometers of white sand, rolling surf, fresh sea air, drumlin cliffs and breathtaking views.

Sand Dollar Beach

Sand Dollar Beach in Rose Bay offers a spectacular opportunity for strolling along the shoreline and collecting sand dollars and other sea treasures.

This shallow sand bar gets completely covered by the ocean at high tide, but as the water recedes, the wide stretch of sandy beach invites you to begin searching for new treasures that may have been uncovered by the waves.  Take your time though- the tide is in no hurry.

Finding your own sand dollars:

Start your search at low tide- The lower the tide, the better chance you have of finding perfect sand dollars.

Watch at the edge of the water as it recedes.

The sand will wash away the buried shells.

Collect only dead sand dollars.

Live sand dollars are brown and fuzzy.

Sand dollars are great for decorating, collecting or making ornaments and jewelry.

Beaches and more in Lunenburg Region

If the beaches in Nova Scotia had a VIP list, Hirtle’s Beach would be near the top.

A Day for the Kids in Lunenburg Region

Start the perfect family day on the right track with a visit to Halifax & Southwestern Railway Museum, located on Highway #3, just outside the Town of Lunenburg.

Old Black Forest Restaurant

Full service restaurant in Maders Cove.

Ol’ Gold Miner Diner

Restaurant at the Ovens Nature Park.

Aft Cabin

Cabin on Heckman’s Island

Buttercup Lane Cottages

Lunenburg Region Cottages

Second Paradise

Welcome to The Second Paradise Retreat

Kayaking out to greet the seals… watching the deer from your own front porch… hiking through fields, woods, and along the shore… sitting in an Adirondack chair, gazing up at the star-filled night sky.
Whether it’s activity or inactivity you seek, you need look no further for your Nova Scotia vacation rental. Second Paradise retreat has it all. Spread out over 27 ocean-side acres on a pastoral peninsula just outside historic Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Second Paradise Retreat is the perfect location for a romantic getaway, a group gathering, or a family vacation

And for those who want the best in Nova Scotia eco-tourism, Second Paradise is the natural choice, with its Audubon Green Leaf™ Eco-Rating of four out of five leaves.

Atlantic View Motel and Cottages

A peaceful seaside destination in a woodland setting; just one minute from historic Lunenburg.

You’ll hear the waves lapping at the shoreline from your choice of accommodation - a cozy cottage, housekeeping unit, or comfortable motel room. In the morning have coffee on the beach or in our pond-site sitting area while the sea gulls and red-winged blackbird greet the day.
Families will love the Atlantic View’s ample green space and beach where children can run, play in the waves ands swim. Small pets are welcome.

Bayview Pines Country Inn

Welcome to our charming seaside Inn with lovely views over Mahone Bay.
Kayak or sail among the islands, hike the trails, cycle the quiet roads,
or simply relax and enjoy the scenery. A peaceful place with comfortable,
spacious rooms all with ocean views.

Bonnie’s Down Home Bed & Breakfast

Our home, built in the 1860’s has the warmth and charm of yesterday and today.  Located at the entrance to Lunenburg where the early settlers came ashore in 1753.  From our home you can watch the ships come and go to their appointed destinations. we have four well appointed rooms which have their own private 3 or 4 piece bathrooms.  If you wish you may relax in our TV room or the sitting room and read.  In the morning awake to the aroma of breakfast being prepared. Also available free wireless internet access.

Cranesbill Cottage

Style, Charm and Quality abound in this 3 bedroom 1.5 bath seaside property, located in the most desirable area of Ritcy Cove, just 15 minutes from Lunenburg, a UNESCO Heritage Site and 1.5 hours from Halifax. This heritage home has been loving renovated and updated this year with modern amenities.

Lunenburg Ocean Chalet

We offer six log chalets, three are one bedroom and three are two bedrooms, (one being Wheelchair Accessible).  These units have full housekeeping, full kitchen, 4-pc bath, air jet tubs, queen beds, double foldout sofas, TV, VCR, DVD, High Speed Internet.  Relax in front of a cozy wood fireplace.

Ovens Natural Park

The park features nine housekeeping cabins ranging from our two bedroom log cabins with fireplaces and full baths, to comfortable two bedroom family cabins and pine lined kitchenette studios for couples and small families.