It's Better in Nova Scotia
Posted by Lin Cullen on Tue, Aug 17, 2010 @ 02:31 PM
One of my life travel goals was to travel to the East Coast and eat my way though it as best possible getting recipes and searching for new and interesting product. And what a trip it was! If you have any inclination to go to that area, here is a great spot for you.
What I found funny was, on arrival, I asked everyone where the fish market was and was constantly referred to the local Sobey’s which I found very odd, but upon meeting Donna at the Sobey’s fish counter, I knew we were in good hands! But I digress…more about Donna and her wonderful cooking tips later….
I must say that we have always been very lucky when travelling and this trip was no exception. We decided on the south western shore of Nova Scotia where we were extremely lucky to find a terrific cottage to rent – very reasonably priced and right on the ocean and just two minutes walk from Carter’s Beach.
It was the loveliest, cleanest best equipped rental you could possibly want. And very thoughtfully equipped, right down to the bathroom with fresh soaps, razors, fresh linens all through the house and lots of information booklets on the area including the best restaurants. What an absolute find!
The owners, Mary and Rob, live right across the street (which I must admit, unnerved me a bit at first!) and they are the loveliest couple we could have hoped to meet; always helpful, and there if you needed something and not the least bit intrusive. Truth is we ended up have a great time with them on several occasions and we look forward to returning to Carter’s Beach very soon.
By the way, an exceptional delight was finding out that Rob was a certified Sea Kayaking guide and with their guidance and Rob’s expertise, the four of us had the most beautiful day kayaking around the area. Its so easy and gives a wonderfully different perspective in terms of views and beauty…and we finally found a lighthouse!
The other discovery I made was how ‘crafty’ the east coast people are and we were able to bring lots of fabulous new things home and I am currently waiting for an additional shipment of handmade baby blankets, baby hats, and other items that will be included in our fall selection for our gift baskets.
So if you are planning a trip and the East Coast is a considered destination, hop on Porter Airlines (the absolute best way to travel – so stress free and easy), book your car rental at the other end, and head to Halifax and down to Carter’s Beach Cottage in Port Mouton.
For more information, go to: www.cartersbeachcottage.com and have the trip of a lifetime!