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Your Home Base on the Northumberland Shore

Planning your Pictou County getaway should feel simple from the start.

Maritime Hospitality Meets Modern Ease

Welcome Home

Planning a trip should feel easy. Whether you are coming for a tournament weekend, arriving by ferry from Prince Edward Island, or settling in for a summer stay on the warm-water coast of the Northumberland Strait, Pictou County is a comfortable base for exploring the Northumberland Shore.

You will find the essentials close at hand, including a range of accommodations, restaurants, and services. From EV charging to medical services and pet-friendly places to stay, it is simple to get here, get settled, and focus on the good parts of the trip. Set up your home base, then take your time with beaches, and the coastal pace that makes this place feel like a true break.

Getting Here

We are closer than you think. Located just 90 minutes from the Halifax International Airport and serving as the Nova Scotia gateway for the PEI ferry, all roads (and tides) lead to our backyard.

Take the Ferry

If you’re coming from Prince Edward Island, the adventure starts the moment you drive onto the deck. Northumberland Ferries offers a relaxing 75-minute crossing between PEI, and Pictou County.

Modern Hotels & Full-Service Stays

 

After a day of beach time on the Northumberland Strait, heritage exploring, or cheering from the stands at a tournament, it is time to recharge. Pictou County offers accommodations for every kind of trip, from modern hotels and familiar comforts to historic inns, cozy cottages, and campgrounds under the stars.

Settle in and stay awhile. Wherever you choose, your stay becomes the home base for easy mornings, coastal days, and the next memory waiting just down the road.

Dolan’s Inn & Suites

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168 West River Road, Pictou

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902-485-1337

Customs House Inn

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38 Depot St, Pictou

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902-485-4546

Braeside Country Inn

Quaint Heritage Inn. 18 rooms A/C with private bath. Complimentary continental breakfast.

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126 Front Street, Pictou

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902-485-5046

Comfort Inn

Sixty-one comfortable units offering full deluxe Breakfast. EV charging available.

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740 Westville Road, New Glasgow

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902-755-6450

Holiday Inn Express Stellarton-New Glasgow

Enjoy the complimentary hot and cold buffet breakfast, high-speed Internet, indoor pool with 24-metre waterslide and hot tub 125 guest rooms.

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86 Lawrence Boulevard, Stellarton

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902-755-1020

Riverside Inn

An historic inn situated on the banks of the East River, in the heart of downtown New Glasgow.

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47 Riverside Street, New Glasgow

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902-616-4828

Seabank House

A mid Victorian home with 4 uniquely themed bedrooms, each with private ensuite bathroom.

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68 Front Street, Pictou

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902-485-4775

The Lionstone Inn

Fourteen well-appointed rooms and 13 summer cottages located just a five-minute drive to the P.E.I. ferry.

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241 West River Road, Pictou

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902-485-4157

The Scotsman Inn

Built in 1865, it is in the heart of historic Pictou and combines the charm of a bed and breakfast with the privacy of an inn.

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78 Coleraine Street, Pictou

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1-855-770-1433

Travelodge Suites

Comfortable, affordable accommodations offer 63 guest rooms, complimentary buffet breakfast.

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700 Westville Road, New Glasgow

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902-928-1333

Willow House Inn

Historic bed and breakfast with four spacious, well-appointed guest rooms and two suites.

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11 Willow Street, Pictou

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902-485-5740

Campgrounds & Outdoor Stays

 

There is nothing like waking up close to nature in Pictou County, whether it is the sound of waves on the Northumberland Strait or the stillness of a pine forest.

From coastal campgrounds to wooded sites and RV parks, outdoor stays here are made for slow mornings, campfire nights, and a sky full of stars.

Seafoam Campground

70 overnight and 60 seasonal sites. Swimming, horseshoes, washer toss, baseball, volleyball, basketball, arcade, playground.

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3493 Highway 6, Seafoam

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902-351-3122

Birchwood Campground

36 overnight sites, 30 seasonal sites, and three cabins.

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2521 Highway 376, Lyons Brook

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902-485-8565

Caribou-Munroe’s Island Provincial Park

49 unserviced sites, 42 serviced sites. Open sites are on a hill overlooking the ocean.

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2119 Three Brooks Road, Pictou

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902-485-6134

Cranberry Campground and Cottages

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135 Weir Road, Merigomish

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902-926-2571

Harbour Light Campground

Family owned & operated since 1964, this park is a home away from home!

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2881 Three Brooks Road, Braeshore

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902-485-5733

Harbour Nights Campground

Just minutes from the PEI ferry, enjoy a quiet setting with spectacular views.

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1445 Three Brooks Road, Pictou

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902-485-6394

Private Chalets & Unique Escapes

 

Whether you are retreating to a rustic-chic mountain hideaway or a secluded seaside cottage where the only sound is the rhythm of the waves, Pictou County offers a true sanctuary for the soul. These are the spaces where time slows down, allowing the quiet magic of the Northumberland Shore to turn a simple stay into a lasting memory of peace and connection.

Watervale Springs Retreat

Escape to a tranquil, adults-only retreat nestled in the heart of nature, perfect for those seeking rest, renewal, or a break from the everyday hustle.

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1261 West River East Side Road, Salt Springs

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Barra Shores

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful 3-bedroom cottage that boasts an expansive barrier-free bathroom, accessible kitchen and automatic door entrance.

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41 Weir Road, Lower Barney’s River

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902-863-7756

Ocean Sunset Chalets

Welcome to Ocean Sunset Chalets, your rural getaway for coastal Nova Scotia.

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72 Ametview Lane, River John

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902-897-7644

Smith Rock Chalets

Seven one-bedroom chalets, two two-bedroom chalets and one three-bedroom chalet and 12 deluxe retreat rooms, a hot-tub, a heated outdoor pool, and a sauna and fitness area.

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310 Fitzpatrick Mountain Road, Scotsburn

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902-485-4799

Pro Tip

Logistics for the Win

Traveling with a team? We specialize in group stays. Most of our major hotels are located within minutes of our venues and offer the amenities teams need, like complimentary breakfast and plenty of space to gather between games.