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Our Special Nova Scotia Travel Packages and Getaways
We have designed several Nova Scotia travel packages and Nova Scotia getaways with a varitey of activities that may appeal to you. They will also give you an idea of some of the great things that there are to do and see in this area and in the province of Nova Scotia.
Whether you would like to go whale watching on the Bay of Fundy, play golf on one of the most famous and challenging courses in Nova Scotia or seek a quiet, romantic getaway, let us make the reservations and take the worry out of organizing your next Nova Scotia vacation!
Unique Country Inns Of Nova Scotia
Harbourview Inn is a member of the Nova Scotia Association of Unique Country Inns. Each inn provides unique luxury accommodations in properties that are historical in architecture, character or setting.
Our inns are run by professional innkeepers whose goal is to provide you with a unique experience while you stay with them. They are knowledgeable about local sites and activities...both the well known attractions and the lesser known ones that don't make it into the tour books.
A Brief History of Harbourview Inn
Harbourview Inn, originally known as Harbour View House and Cottages, shares an exciting part of the history surrounding Smith's Cove. Smith's Cove was settled in 1759. In 1783, one of the earliest settlers, Joseph Potter Jr., exchanged land grants with a United Empire Loyalist named Joseph Smith from whom the community derived it's name. Smith settled on the southwest side of the point of land which now makes up the area where the current Harbourview Inn is located.
Smith's descendant Charles Sulis lived in the house which became the original Harbour View House. Upon his death the property moved into the hands of the Cossaboom family --- William Cossaboom was married to Charles Sulis' daughter, Clara. When the Cossabooms began Harbour View House and Cottages in 1898, it comprised the main house and four log cabins.
In 1923, Cossaboom found it necessary to expand the Harbourview Inn and built the Annex, the present day Inn. In the 1930's, a fire destroyed the original building that housed the Inn and at that time, the business was moved to the present day Harbourview Inn.
Summer guests erected a picturesque rustic chapel as part of the cottage colony. Eventually known as "Birch Chapel" because of the extensive use of birch and birch bark in its construction, this delightful chapel still remains on the property and church services are held each Sunday morning. (It is pictured above.)
Over three kilometers (two miles) of water frontage gives the Harbourview Inn a broad view of the unsurpassed charm of Annapolis Basin with the sweeping Fundy tides while dense woods serve as a backdrop to this absolutely unique resort. The delightful summer climate is invigorating in the daytime and restfully cool at night. The Harbour View House, now known as Harbourview Inn, with its bungalow colony is distinctly different from any other resort in Canada. A romantic location with an historic setting (and we are only minutes from the Digby Ferry, to St. John, New Brunswick).
Customer Reviews
---An old World First Class hotel with a wonderfully warm hospitality, we actually think that the hotel merits Six Stars as Five does not give it justice! England
---Everything was lovely. The service and the atmosphere of Harbourview is perfect. We will definitely be back! Miami
---Thank you kindly for such an enjoyable stay. Everything was excellent, the place is just beautiful and the antiques are fabulous! Extremely clean, food was excellent…we didn’t want to leave. We will surely recommend this Inn to our friends. Toronto
---Great Place...quiet, clean rooms. Friendly helpful staff. Breakfast buffet was a great start for our day...loved the fresh fruit! Big pool...complete with water slide and diving board. Beach was great for a walk but the water was too cold for a swim. Halifax
---The beach walk is so lovely and I enjoyed seeing the difference of the tide being out and in. It is great to have the air conditioning and also being able to open the windows. It cools off so nicely here.
---This was a peaceful place to stay. The beds were great.
---The room was beautiful, clean….lovely retreat! Thank you for all the amenities here. The cleaning ladies were so helpful, friendly and efficient. Breakfasts have been top notch…I love being able to choose what I want. I loved the climbing roses on the windows of the dining room, the hanging baskets of petunias, the pretty lamps in the rooms, easy internet access, the charming walk on the beach, the surroundings were so lovely but best of all was your friendliness!
---Thank you very much for the suggestions of things to do and places to eat. You both have been delightful. We would call it true Southern hospitality in Nova Scotia. Georgia
---Excellent hosts. We would recommend people to come here. Most helpful and you have made us feel so welcome and at home. Your hospitality to the children and us made us all feel special.
---Gorgeous 1920's completely restored guest house next to beach on 3 acres with gardens, play area, swimming pool and tennis court. Very friendly and efficient staff. Rooms---Great Place...quiet, clean rooms. Friendly helpful staff. Breakfast buffet was a great start for our day...loved the fresh fruit! Big pool...complete with water slide and diving board. Beach was great for a walk but the water was too cold for a swim. May 5, 2005, Halifax Nova Scotia are well appointed and combine old world charm with modern convenience. Great stay. Victoria
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