I had read about The Clockmaker's Inn months before my husband and I went on our East Coast…read moreExtravaganza. We nearly didn't make it because we were in Kentville, but due to lack of accommodations (last minute, fully booked), I gave them a shout at 8pm and they had one room available. We drove over, and boy, am I ever glad we did! Let me just say - what an absolutely beautiful house. Gorgeous. A dream. One of the owners (Rick, I think) was there, he had waited for us to arrive since it was late. He didn't act rushed at all, gave us a tour & breakfast order to fill out - he was thorough and friendly. I love the breakfast idea - order what you want at what time & leave it on a desk in the front hall (the same desk that had cookies waiting for guests on it the next morning!) Our room (The Windsor Room) was actually the one I was the least interested in when I looked at pics online, but it proved my judgment wrong. Painted Yellow (with original hand painted & plasted stucco work), with hardwood floors, a big window with wooden shutters, and the most comfortable, plush bed I've ever slept on in my life; I fell in love immediately! The bathroom is built into what used to be a closet and it's very nice - heated, with a shower and natural bath & products. There were clean, plush white robes waiting for us as well. For breakfast, I assumed that it was one common room, but they put us in a private nook, in a separate dining room - so we got to enjoy our (absolutely delicious) breakfast overlooking the yard. It was the perfect way to start the morning. Being so accommodating, the owners encourage guests to hang out throughout the house, even after check-out time. There are games set up upstairs, a lovely sunroom with books, etc. We were also able to check out the other rooms once everyone had abandoned them. They were all fabulous! I think the Queen Victoria Suite is my favourite. One wacky little side note; I'm positive that this place is haunted. Not only because it is so old, but because, after I got home, I was looking at the photos of the Inn and there are very interesting coloured orbs in many of the photos - especially concentrated at the front of the house & outside. When you zoom in, they are all a strange shape & in motion. But, rest assured, I didn't feel any spooks or malicious intent. Quite the contrary, we felt relaxed, comfortable, and had wonderful sleeps! I highly recommend The Clockmaker's Inn, without hesitation. Honestly, one night was not nearly enough to take in this beautiful bed & breakfast that is ultra relaxing. Four thumbs (me & the mister's) way up!

We had a great time in the Kings Suite at the Clockmaker's Inn; the photos on the website don't do…read moreit justice. The corner suite was about 600 square feet on the top floor with high vaulted ceilings, king bed, double jet tub, double shower, double vanities, wide screen TV, DVD, Wifi, love seat and kitchenette. The room was very quiet, it didn't share walls with any other rooms and we only heard our neighbors once in the hall. The owner meets you on arrival to show you around and you fill out a slip for your breakfast in the morning. Breakfast was awesome! The two dining rooms seat about ten and everything was from scratch plus hot coffee, tea, cereals and fruit. We'll be back! Draw backs: The website needs more photos to help you choose the right room and I tried to use the complimentary long distance on the guest phone but I got an error message. I suppose I could have gone next door to the owners' residence for help but I got over it.

Amazing sweet spot. I highly recommend checking this place out my son and I spent one night there…read more The hosts had an unfortunate situation arise they handled it with Grace and professionalism. They still pulled off a fantastic breakfast in the morning my son and I would definitely stay here again.

This restaurant is a terrific place. We are so lucky to have the continued legacy of a restaurant…read morein this area. The staff are always cheerful and helpful. The coffee and desserts are wonderful!! I've enjoyed lunch here many times and have never been disappointed. Wholeheartedly recommend to anyone to come for a visit. It's worth the drive.

My boss and his partner spent a night here on the weekend, they are not on yelp but wanted to let…read moreeveryone know.He gave the following review: The room was beautiful with post and beam architecture, and the service was excellent. They had a detailed Covid plan in place. The breakfast was delicious. Highly recommend. Will go back.

We have stayed with Al Connor at the Olde Lantern Inn twice and each time we thoroughly enjoyed…read moreourselves. Al is a remarkable man, one of those rare individuals who has many talents and he uses them in the management and running of this inn. He has made furniture that you will see in it and he has designed and built much of the inn itself. He is a chef and cooks the breakfasts for the guests. He is a wealth of information to help you enjoy the area. We highly recommend staying at the Olde Lantern Inn. The area where the inn is located is great to explore too. Wolfville nearby is home to a university so there is a very youthful and energetic feeling about the area. Grand Pre is of historic value being the historic site connected with the Acadian saga. We hiked to Cape Split on our last trip here, which is a 5 mile trip to a point overlooking the ocean where you can hear the tide as it roars in. Be prepared for the 5 mile return trip though and bring plenty of drinking water with you. Olde Lantern Inn sits next door to a vineyard and a great restaurant also so you will be treated very well by Al and those who work together to make your stay a delight.

This is a review of the food only…read more The main floor of the ornate inn is largely used as the dining area for their restaurant. Where you can enjoy a 3-course meal ($62.50). Or add an extra $2.50 to receive a small salad course between the main and dessert. For those want a smaller dinner, dishes are also available a la carte (prices reflected in this post). Their tomato bruschetta ($14) uses a decadent whipped ricotta as the base, building upon the classic ingredients of cherry tomatoes, herbs, and a balsamic reduction. With tons of flavours and not as messy to eat, this was a wonderful starting bite. Arriving as a big chunk, the maple smoked salmon ($14) could benefit from a bit of preparation to present it in a crostini form. The candy sweet salmon was powerful on its own but balances out with the maple yogurt sauce and baguette. A bit of pickled red onion and/or arugula would add some freshness the dish needs. Save some of that bread for the steamed mussels ($14), classically prepared in a white wine and garlic broth. I rather enjoyed the bell pepper used throughout for colour and added flavour. The mussels just needed to be soaked longer as they were still several gritty crustaceans. You can't go wrong with seafood in Nova Scotia. The pan seared halibut ($37) was perfectly cooked to a flaky and moist consistency. The thick meaty piece could use more seasoning but if you get enough of the 'hodge podge', a medley of vegetables cooked in a cream sauce, onto the fish it helps to add flavour. The scallops in the scallops picatta ($37) were beautifully seared and just cooked through. The natural sweetness of the seafood was also prominent since the lemon caper sauce used with the pappardelle wasn't too strong. With a touch more salt, this dish would have been perfect. While the lobster linguine ($44; $7 supplement with the prix fixe) smelled good, the dish was majorly lacking on taste. The spaghetti was overcooked, and everything screamed for more seasoning, butter, and acid. My nose was more impressed than the tongue. This is a long review, for the rest go to Gastro World.

We had a wonderful time at the Blomidon Inn, both as guests of the hotel and the restaurant…read more The room was beautiful and comfortable, as were the common spaces at the Inn. The staff at the Inn were very welcoming, and helpful in providing recommendations regarding places to go in the area. And the breakfast hit the spot. Dinner was amaaaaaaziiiiiing. I wasn't overly hungry so I only had an entree, but OMG so good, as were my husband's dishes. We had attentive and friendly service too. Everything was perfect! Thank you Blomidon Inn for a great start to our Nova Scotia vacation!

What a lovely place. The room was top-notch and the grounds were really nice. We liked it so…read moremuch, there was some discussion about changing our trip so we could stay another night. The breakfast (included) was nice and the service very attentive. Which means I wasn't trying to flag someone down to get more coffee. They even have a bar with a Happy Hour. Steve checked us in and was very personable.

I just got back from a lovely weekend in the valley thanks to the Tattingstone Inn. They get major…read morepoints for being able to accommodate seven of us on a busy Apple Blossom Festival weekend and for being just downright lovely from start to finish. It was extremely easy to book by phone and they offer a range of rooms depending on what your needs are for your stay. We actually got a bigger suite sort of thing outside of the main inn (about $138/night) complete with a two-person jacuzzi tub, pull-out couch, and a bed so comfortable that I almost scrapped all plans for of a two-day snooze. The family running the Tattingstone were never far during out stay but were also happy to just give us the run of the place as need be. While they enjoyed a glass of wine with friends near the heated outdoor pool, we didn't feel at all weird about grabbing our own glasses from the kitchen to enjoy some local port in under the gazebo. Very chill and just what we were looking for. In the morning, a complimentary breakfast is served but it's not your average continental. We all scored delicious French Toast with maple syrup, powdered sugar, whipped yogurt parfaits, and fresh-squeezed orange juice. Walkable from downtown Wolfville (under 1km) and within $5-7 cab from just about anywhere you'd need to go, the Tattingstone is a great home base for your Valley stay.

The food was great! We also tried the Churchill Beef Sandwich (not pictured), also very good! The…read moreservice was great and very willing to share recommendations for the area.

Overall, very good, but it took WAY too long to get our food after we had ordered, nearly an hour!…read moreOther parties that arrived after we did were served much sooner; some were done by the time we got our food, and there were only 2 of us. The food was generally quite good. My wife's pasta was excellent; my pork loin was over-cooked and a bit dry, but tasty. I think they are cautious about serving under-cooked pork. The salad and bread board were very good and the dessert, a blueberry crumble, was the best I have tasted. The wines were all good, especially the Tiday Bay and Phone Box White. We tasted several, and I chose the Phone Box Red, which was very good, but after it had sat for an hour or more while we awaited our food and then dined, it became increasingly strong and ended up tasting unpleasant. We have been here several times since it opened years ago, and it has come a long way.

I cannot believe no ratings yet!…read more Well. Been seasonal here for 3 years and coming here for close to ten! We cannot day enough great about this place! Lots to do for kids! Pool, activities, Yogi Bear tucking them in!! Nice new VIP spots complete with huge fire pits! Bring the marshmallows! Close to Greenwood for all the amenities! Give it a try!

A great little spot half way between the vineyards and downtown Wolfville…read more The grounds are gorgeous - and the pool is hidden in behind the cottages. This is an old hotel with some squeaky floors and sticky doors - but it continues to be well maintained. The flowers and grounds are beautiful. Most noticeable for this establishment are the luxuries: thick bath towels, real glass drinking glasses and wine glassess, corkscrew and fridge. Very nice! The grounds with the pool, tennis court, basketball net and lots of comfortable Adirondack chairs makes it a great place for families and groups to hang out together.

What a great place to stay!…read more The cottage we stayed in was spotless, not a hair or dust ball to be seen! Checking in and out was quick and easy, even though they do not have a computerized system. The staff was friendly and informative. The cottages come equipped with a kitchen (with plates, cutlery, oven, fridge etc), full bath and a nice sized living room (living room size depends on which cottage you booked). A great place to stay for people traveling solo, couples, and families.