Nova Scotia Cottages..by the Sea? Yes!

We get these questions all the time. Are your Nova Scotia cottages.. by the sea? How close are they to the ocean? Can you walk to the ocean from your cottages? Are there beaches nearby? Well, the answer to these questions are easy and best explained with a photo (as you can see from the… [Continue Reading]

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Weekend Getaway Anyone?

Looking for something a little different to do this weekend? How about a romantic getaway for two or just a couple of days away from the kids and the city? Whispering Waves is the place for you! A pleasant 3 hour drive from Halifax, Nova Scotia and you’re here. It’s a chance to turn off… [Continue Reading]

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The Only Festival Of Its Kind in Canada

It is the only festival of its kind in Canada. The Whirligig and Weather Vane Festival happens every fall on the Shelburne waterfront, the perfect location for the whimsical display of colorful whirligigs and weather vanes. The variety of these pieces of folk art and machines, made from wood or twisted metal is nothing short… [Continue Reading]

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Extended Golf Season With River Hills Club

River Hills Golf & Country Club in Clyde River is about 20 minutes from our cottages. It’s a 18 hole course with amazing greens, plenty of water obstacles, a pro shop, a beautiful club house with a deck and restaurant and all of the other necessities you need (like golf cart and club rentals) to… [Continue Reading]

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Historic Shelburne Is Not To Be Missed!

Settled in 1783 by United Empire Loyalists, the town of Shelburne is one of the most picturesque and historic towns in Nova Scotia. Shelburne is about a half-hour drive from our location and makes a great day trip any time of year. Shelburne has the third largest natural harbour in the world and as you… [Continue Reading]

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Birding on Cape Sable Island

Cape Sable Island is about a 30 minute drive from our location. It is one of the largest lobster fishing areas in the region and one of the best birding destinations in Eastern Canada. Birders from all over the world flock to the miles of beach and open ocean from Daniel’s Head to The Hawk…. [Continue Reading]

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