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Join us for an island vacation in the Bay of Fundy. Stay at our Victorian inn or guesthouse
and explore a unique travel and eco-tourism destination in Atlantic Canada. Only 7.5 kilometres
long and 2.5 kilometres wide, Brier Island is just two scenic ferry rides from Digby Neck in South
Western Nova Scotia. The island, the most westerly location in the province, is a haven for birders,
sailors, whale watching enthusiasts and nature lovers from across North America.
Brier Island and the waters of the Bay of Fundy that surround it, are among the most important
ecological regions in Eastern Canada. In the early spring and fall the island is an important
stopover destination for migrating birds, and the often rare species that rest here attract birders
from as far away as Europe and Asia. The protected bog habitat on the island is a source of rare
plant species including Eastern Mountain Avens and several species of rare orchids. Hiking enthusiasts
will love the trails that follow the rugged coastline and jagged cliffs, a spectacular reminder of
the power of the Bay of Fundy tides, the highest tides in the world.
There are only about 200 people on Brier Island with most making their living from the sea. Perhaps the island's most famous resident was sailor Joshua Slocum, who became the first person to circumnavigate the world. A monument to Slocum and the boot shop where he worked as a child can be seen in Westport (the largest village on Brier Island). 
In late spring and early summer, in the Bay of Fundy waters off Westport, Brier Island become feeding
grounds to several species of whales, dolphins and porpoises that are attracted to the large schools
of herring and mackerel in the area. The sheer variety and abundance of whales in the region and the
geographic importance of the community in the Bay of Fundy, has led many observers to name Westport,
The Whale Watching Capital of Nova Scotia! The Humpback, Minke and Finback whales are the most common
species, but there are others as well including Pilot Whales, Sperm Whales, Blue Whales, Beluga Whales
and rare Northern Right Whales. To view these whales in their natural environment contact Mariner
Cruises Whale and Seabird Tours, Westport, Brier Island.
Every few weeks The Bay of Fundy Inn and Guesthouse will feature a special photograph of the Brier
Island area. If you wish to contribute a favourite photo to our new website, contact us at the e-mail
address below – we need to know the photo subject, photo location and name of the photographer.
Subject: Peter's Island Lighthouse in the fogLocation: Peter's Island, off Brier Island Photographer: Laura Titus |
The Graham family have lived on Brier Island for generations. Two of the older homes owned by the family
in Westport are now a licensed Nova Scotia inn and guesthouse. Each bed and breakfast offers a view of
Westport Harbour and is literally seconds from the government pier and ferry service to nearby Long Island.
Both facilities are open all year around.
Room rate is $80 per night, based upon double occupancy excluding 13% HST (Harmonized Sales Tax); check in time: 10 a.m.; check out time: 1 p.m. Rate includes contential breakfast – choice of bagels, toast, English muffins, cold cereal, fresh fruit , yogurt and coffee, tea or juice. Planning a family function or group event? Anyone wishing to book the entire 'inn' for one or more nights can do so for $150 per night for three rooms: $180 per night for four rooms (excluding HST). 
Built in 1830, the Bay of Fundy Inn has four rooms, two rooms have queen-size beds, one room has a double bed
and one room has two twin beds (perfect for families with children). Each room can accommodate two people
comfortably with each guest sharing one of two large bathrooms, a living room, a dining room and TV room.
There are numerous pieces of antique furniture throughout the house and each bedroom is tastefully decorated.
There is plenty of room for parking at the rear of the building.
An exterior view of the Bay of Fundy Inn. There is plenty of parking at the rear.
The dining area is spacious and features local marine artifacts and collectibles.
A view of Peter's Island Lighthouse from Brier Island. The island and lighthouse can be easily photographed from the shoreline.
An old quilt rack is just one of the many antique furniture items at the Bay of Fundy Inn (and Guesthouse).
The guesthouse has three rooms, one room has a queen-size bed, one room has a double bed and one room has one twin beds.
Like the inn each room can accommodate two people, with each guest sharing one large four-piece bathroom (with original
fixtures), a living room, a dining room and TV room. For visitors interesting in renting the entire guesthouse a fourth
room (with two twin beds) is available, a great idea for a family reunion or wedding party. Enquires are welcome. The guesthouse also features
a large deck on the front of the house, the perfect spot for a family barbecue or to simply relax after an exciting whale
watching adventure.
The Guesthouse features a large deck with a view of the harbour.
Joshua Slocum worked as a boy at his father's boot shop on Brier Island. The shop is a designated historic site in Nova Scotia.
The backyard of the Guesthouse is great place for a family reunion or other event, and features a panaramic view of Westport Harbour.
Much of the orginial furniture (and fixtures) have been maintained at the Guesthouse including this Victorian childrens' sleigh.
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