South Shore •
Must see + do within 30 minutes of the Shore House
Nearby places to visit
Experience the calm relaxation of nearby picturesque seaside towns in the South Shore.
Only 5 minutes from the Shore House — this seaside village is where you come to slow down in the sea breeze. Nearby Hirtle’s Beach and Kingsburg beach offer surf waves and big views.
Kingsburg
Only 5 minutes from the Shore House — this seaside village is where you come to slow down in the sea breeze. Nearby Hirtle’s Beach and Kingsburg beach offer surf waves and big views.
Only 20 minutes from the Shore House. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a charming fishing village and ship building site with postcard views — check out our day trips guidebook for a full day itinerary in Lunenburg.
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Lunenburg
Only 20 minutes from the Shore House. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a charming fishing village and ship building site with postcard views — check out our day trips guidebook for a full day itinerary in Lunenburg.
Mahone Bay
LaHave
Nearby things to do
Nova Scotia is known for its white sand beaches and hiking trails — these are the must do spots that are only minutes away from the Shore House.
At the end of Hirtle’s Beach is Gaff Point Trail where forest meets Atlantic Ocean — people come from all over the province to hike this spectacular 7km loop. From Hirtle’s Beach, head right and walk to the end of the beach. Plan your start around low tide so you can walk the sand instead of rocks. Look out for the secret beach accessed via rope — it’s unmarked but easy to find.
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Gaff Point Trail
Gaff Point TrailAt the end of Hirtle’s Beach is Gaff Point Trail where forest meets Atlantic Ocean — people come from all over the province to hike this spectacular 7km loop. From Hirtle’s Beach, head right and walk to the end of the beach. Plan your start around low tide so you can walk the sand instead of rocks. Look out for the secret beach accessed via rope — it’s unmarked but easy to find.
Hirtle's Beach
Hirtle Beach Road
Ovens Natural Park
326 Ovens RoadSand Dollar Beach
This small fishing village is the best spot to sea kayak — dozens of islands keep the open ocean waters calm. Rent a kayak at Pleasant Paddlers, kayak the sea scapes, and end your trip with a visit to the local ice cream shoppe — don’t forget to book your kayak rental or tour in advance, especially in the busy Summer season.
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Blue Rocks
This small fishing village is the best spot to sea kayak — dozens of islands keep the open ocean waters calm. Rent a kayak at Pleasant Paddlers, kayak the sea scapes, and end your trip with a visit to the local ice cream shoppe — don’t forget to book your kayak rental or tour in advance, especially in the busy Summer season.
Kingsburg Beach
Mosher RdNearby places to eat
If you love seafood as much as we do then you’ve come to the right place! Nova Scotia is home to fresh seafood, picked from the ocean only moments before it’s serve on your plate — mussels, scallops and all the fresh fish you can imagine.
There are dozens of great places to eat, but these are our top picks.
Minutes from the Shore House, this general store not only has necessities, but European delicacies, baked goods and a
cozy bistro — you have to try the breakfast sandwich.
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Rose Bay General Store
3452 NS-332Minutes from the Shore House, this general store not only has necessities, but European delicacies, baked goods and a
cozy bistro — you have to try the breakfast sandwich.
This charming coffee bar is in the heart of the historic district of Lunenburg — they serve perfect buttery scones and lattes.
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No 9 Coffee Bar
135 Montague StThis charming coffee bar is in the heart of the historic district of Lunenburg — they serve perfect buttery scones and lattes.
An intimate bar in Lunenburg offering Spanish tapas and bespoke cocktails — perfect for date night.
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Bar Salvador
125 Montague StreetAn intimate bar in Lunenburg offering Spanish tapas and bespoke cocktails — perfect for date night.
An absolute must in Lunenburg — a top rated restaurant known for impeccable service, cozy atmosphere and delicious food.
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The Beach Pea Kitchen & Bar
128 Montague StAn absolute must in Lunenburg — a top rated restaurant known for impeccable service, cozy atmosphere and delicious food.
Sea breeze, sunshine and seafood in this outdoor restaurant in the heart of Old Town Lunenburg — a perfect pitstop to enjoy the Lunenburg views.
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The Half Shell Oysters & Seafood
108 Montague StSea breeze, sunshine and seafood in this outdoor restaurant in the heart of Old Town Lunenburg — a perfect pitstop to enjoy the Lunenburg views.
A quaint coffee shop in Mahone Bay with locally roasted coffee that’s popular with the locals — fuel the start to your sightseeing day.
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The Barn Coffee & Social House
458 Main StA quaint coffee shop in Mahone Bay with locally roasted coffee that’s popular with the locals — fuel the start to your sightseeing day.
This Mahone Bay eatery exudes Maritime charm in both friendly service and delicious seafood — try the lobster croissantwich or fish and chips!
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Oh My Cod!
567 Main StThis Mahone Bay eatery exudes Maritime charm in both friendly service and delicious seafood — try the lobster croissantwich or fish and chips!
LaHave Bakery
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