Mader’s General Store
Region: Lunenburg Region
Mader’s General Store has been operational for more than 100 years. They offer gas, groceries, toys, wool and more.
Civic Address:1383 Barss Corners Road Barss Corner NS
Phone (902) 644-2440
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Church Lake Access Site
Location: Lunenburg Region
The Church Lake Public Access site includes a parking lot for 3 - 6 vehicles, a dock and boat put-in for canoes, kayaks and small fishing boats. The lake is too shallow for big boats. The dock is wheelchair accessible.
Address: 311 Newburne Road, Newburne. 30 minutes from Blockhouse.
Crabapple Creek Crafts & Gifts
Location: Lunenburg Region
Visit this lovely store in the beautiful country and enjoy their displays and items which change weekly, with new items arriving several times a week. It’s a fun place to hang out with your girlfriends over a coffee and enjoy a piece of their famous cheesecake.
Open Fridays 10-5, Saturdays 10-5 spring to fall.
Civic Address: 3360 Barss Corner Road Parkdale NS
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Indian Falls
Location: Lunenburg Region
In 2004, to commemorate the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg’s 125th anniversary, Indian Falls was designated as a Municipal Park. Known for having some of the area’s best fishing, Indian Falls also offers a picnic area, on-site privies, walking trails, rock beach and look off points. The shutterbug in you will find the drive worth making as Indian Falls is both picturesque and unique. Between May and October the park is open from 8:00am until dusk. Length: 120 meters (one way).…
Lunenburg County Winery
Location: New Germany & Area
Lunenburg County Winery (1993) is located on the beautiful South Shore of Nova Scotia. Situated on a drumlin approximately 25 minutes inland from Mahone Bay, Lunenburg, and Bridgewater (Twenty-four kilometers inland from highway 103 at Exit 11 where it lies nestled in the community of Newburne). The winery is located at Hackmatack Farm (1980), a commercial highbush blueberry farm. Take a pleasant drive into the country and visit them, to taste wine, to pick berries, or to have a picnic. The…
Ma Bell’s Country Condiments
Location: Lunenburg Region
Ma Bell’s COUNTRY CONDIMENTS is a small food business, operated by Meredith Bell, on a scenic four acres overlooking Little Mush-a-mush Lake in the community of Middle New Cornwall, Lunenburg Co., Nova Scotia. Meredith shares her passion for food — from farm to table — in many ways. Ma Bell’s Country Condiments products are only one of the ways she hopes to inspire others to participate in an edible adventure.Once you have tasted Ma Bell’s Country Condiments, there is no going back.…
Parkdale Maplewood Museum
Location: Lunenburg Region
Located inland from the Lighthouse Trail on the South Shore of Nova Scotia, this museum has a wealth of local heritage to share with you. Take a walk through the Museum and Heritage gardens to see how the ancestors of our communities lived. From the Country Store to the Library to the Cobbler’s Shop, they show how the people of yesteryear survived and flourished.
Civic Address: 3005 Barss Corner Road Maplewood NS
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2 Papa’s Restaurant
Location: Lunenburg Region
Drop into 2 Papa’s Restaurant in New Germany for a slice for the road or a sit-down dinner. This community-based restaurant reflecting community values has a menu featuring Pizzas, Donairs and Salads.
Hours of Operation:
Monday Closed
Tuesday 11am-8pm
Wednesday 11am-8pm
Thursday 11am-8pm
Friday 11am-9pm
Saturday 11am-9pm
Sunday 12pm-8pm
Civic Address: 5257 Highway 10 New Germany NS
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Blarney Stone Restaurant Ltd.
Location: Lunenburg Region
We are a licensed family restaurant serving customers for over 35 years. We have a diverse menu offering East Coast favourites such as haddock and chips, clams, scallops, lobster poutine, lobster sandwiches, hot sandwiches, burgers and seafood chowder. Satisfying portions and friendly service will keep you coming back.
Civic Address: 16339 Highway 103 Italy Cross NS
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Boston Pizza
Location: Lunenburg Region
Boston Pizza is Canada’s No. 1 casual dining brand with more than 380 restaurants in Canada serving more than 100 unique and delicious menu items such as gourmet pizzas and pastas, juicy burgers and their famous BP wings.
The Bridgewater location is a local, family-owned restaurant offering a wide variety of appetizers, entrees, salads and desserts. Gather round to catch a sports game or enjoy dinner with your family.
Civic Address: 485 Highway 10 Cookville NS
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Turkey Burger
Location: Lunenburg Region
A family restaurant established in 1953 specializing in sensational seafood, homemade pies and unique burgers such as the Forklift Burger and the Step Ladder! Specializing in award winning chowder, sensational seafood, the best fish and chips on the south shore, the best homemade pies and more! All ingredients are fresh caught or made. No frozen products and all made from scratch. Local legend Moyle Dauphinee can frequently be spotted dining here. Be sure to try the Moyle burger that has been…
27 South - Best Western Plus Bridgewater
Location: Lunenburg Region
27 South is a stylish lounge in Cookville offering casual dining, morning buffets, and late night cocktails and wine. Located in the Best Western Plus Bridgewater and having been recently renovated, 27 South proudly serves an eclectic mix of local and international cuisine with some new twists on old classics. The main dining area has a cozy yet modern atmosphere, with additional seating available at the bar. There is also charming patio seating to enjoy when the area is open for the season.…
Best Western Bridgewater Hotel & Convention Centre
Location: Lunenburg Region
This Bridgewater, Nova Scotia hotel offers a personal touch. With modern, pet-friendly, non-smoking accommodations and just minutes from Bridgewater’s town centre and convenient access to some of Nova Scotia’s most renowned cultural and scenic landmarks the BEST WESTERN PLUS Bridgewater Hotel & Convention Centre is the place to stay. This Bridgewater hotel offers convenient access to many local attractions, businesses and shopping. Each beautifully appointed guest room at the BEST…
LaHave River Campground
Location: New Germany & Area
Welcome to the LaHave River Campground! You will find our quaint family owned and operated campground in Lunenburg County, Nova Scotia, nestled in a forested area along a subset of the LaHave River. Although we are only a half hour away from world renowned tourist towns and stunning beaches along the Atlantic Ocean, your drive will bring you into rural Nova Scotia, where you will feel like you are a million miles away from everything! Enjoy the sights and sounds of…
Lighthouse Motel & Cottages
Location: Lunenburg Region
Open from May 1st through October 31st. The Lighthouse is the ideal Nova Scotia vacation destination, just 5 minutes from Bridgewater yet close to sandy beaches, stunning lighthouses, museums, shops and the charming and historic towns and villages along Nova Scotia’s Lighthouse Route (Route 331). We feature a variety of accommodation choices ranging from classic retro-style motel rooms (with or without kitchenettes), to Boathouse Studios and Riverfront Cottage. The Lighthouse is a three acre…
Little Lake Campground
Location: Lunenburg Region
Little Lake Campground is a lakeside campground offering pull-through & full-serviced RV sites, tenting sites and trailer rental located very close to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Lunenburg. Bring your own equipment to enjoy the lake - canoeing, kayaking or fishing. Other facilities include a swimming pool, playground, showers, laundry and convenience store. Enjoy planned activities and entertainment in the games room. Civic Address: 11677 Highway Centre NS Facebook Trip Advisor
Oakhill Pines Campground
Location: Lunenburg Region
WELCOME TO OAKHILL PINES! Our campground is located in Lunenburg county, Nova Scotia. We are close to Lunenburg, Bridgewater, and Mahone Bay. Office hours: Mon – Sun: 10am – 7pm - Seasonal RV sites with full hookups (power, water, sewer), available in 20 & 30 amps, in treed & field area. - RV sites with full hookups (power, water, sewer) available in 30 amp service, back-in & pull-through sites. - Tenting/Popup trailer sites with 20amp power and water service. Un-serviced sites…
River Ridge Lodge
Location: Lunenburg Region
Relax and Renew at River Ridge Lodge – a Bed and Breakfast in a newly renovated riverside historic farmhouse on 10 pastoral acres, located on Martin’s River, 6 kilometres from the town of Mahone Bay and close to famous Oak Island. They offer well-appointed and comfortable accommodations, with modern amenities and calming views of the pastures and river. A great spot to relax, or get acquainted with the outdoors: immerse yourself in the amazing offshore playground and start a guided kayak…
Solterre Concept House
Location: Lunenburg Region
Located on a saltwater inlet on Second Peninsula near UNESCO’s own Lunenburg, the Concept House is a contemporary, award-winning off-grid sustainable retreat, designed by Solterre Design. A network of local craftsmen built this off-grid 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home in 2012 that sets a new standard for self-sufficiency and provides a comfortable, open concept and eclectic space to host your vacation and family and friends. Or, the favorite aspect of the house? To simply gaze across the gently…
A Day in Historic LaHave
Download an Itinerary Make your way to the LaHave River Cable Ferry. The cable ferry service across this river has been active since the 1800s, connecting East LaHave on the Lunenburg side of the LaHave River to the LaHave and Petite Riviere region. The ferry is free to all members of the public, and is accessible to cars, trucks, RVs, bikes, walkers, and more. Upon crossing the Ferry from the Northern Side to the Southern side, stop at the LaHave Bakery for a delicious brunch. This bakery has…
Blue Rocks and Beaches
Blue Rocks is a hidden gem of the region, located just minutes out of Lunenburg. Often advertised as “Peggy’s Cove without the lighthouse”, Blue Rocks is a must-see when visiting Lunenburg area. A traditional fishing community with unique natural features, Blue Rocks is a favorite among amateur and professional artists and artisans of all types. During high tide the Old Fish House appears to be floating amidst the Atlantic Ocean and the contrast of the “blue” rocks and yellow and red…
Rural Gems in New Germany
New Germany and the surrounding area is filled with rural gems! Take a tour of the local winery and u-pick, visit the falls, check out the museum, and do so much more! Start your day trip in Newburne visiting Lunenburg County Winery (813 Walburne Road, Newburne, NS). Situated on a drumlin approximately 25 minutes inland from Mahone Bay, Lunenburg, and Bridgewater, the winery is located at Hackmatack Farm (1980), a commercial highbush blueberry farm. Take a pleasant drive into the country and…
Perfect Petite Rivière
As you travel into the village of Petite Rivière, make sure to stop by the Maritime Painted Saltbox, a vibrant art gallery showcasing the works of local artists Tom Alway and Peter Blais. You’ll find a delightful mix of contemporary fine art and whimsical folk art. Take a moment to meet the artists and explore their creative displays. A little further into the village, stop by Mariner Crafts, a charming spot featuring a wide variety of handmade crafts by local artisans. Whether you’re on…
Big Tancook Island Adventure
Download this Itinerary The rustic and gentle charm of Big Tancook Island is only a passenger ferry ride away from the mainland. The 8 km (1 hour) trip across the water from Chester is free and provides a step back in time and a step closer to nature. Shaped like a fish hook and named after the Mi’kmaq word for “facing the open sea”, Big Tancook Island is only 3 miles long and 1.5 miles at the widest point. With only 150 year-round residents, it’s true island life, Nova Scotia-style.…