We recently stayed at the Olde Lantern Inn as part of a weekend 'stay-cation'. We weren't really…read moresure what to expect, never having stayed at a B&B before but were extremely happy with our experience. The inn has 5 different rooms as well as a welcoming common room, several areas to relax outside, and a breakfast area that accommodates both couples and larger groups. While encouraging guests to interact with elements like the outdoor fire pit, we still found we also had plenty of privacy when we wanted it. We stayed upstairs in the Marchel Foch room which consisted of an extremely comfortable four post bed, a fire place and reading area, a window nook with a gorgeous view of the vineyard and a bathroom equipped with a large Jacuzzi tub. The rooms are a perfect mix of cozy charm (beautiful hand crafted furniture, vaulted wood ceilings) and modern convenience (remote controlled air conditioning, tv and dvd player as well as a selection of movies). Breakfast was served a little earlier than we would maybe have preferred (between 730 and 830) but the food itself was fantastic! I really enjoyed meeting some of the other guests and hearing everyone's travel stories (Al, the owner of the Inn had seemingly countless travel experiences and stories to recount. An incredibly interesting man for sure!) We also took advantage of the close proximity to the Grand Pre winery (literally a few steps through the back vineyard) and went on their wine tour and tasting. Our guide (Katherine) was fantastic giving us lots of information and answering all of our questions while keeping it very light and fun. We were happy to learn that she also works at the Inn and would be the one cooking us breakfast in the morning :) I would definitely recommend the Olde Lantern to anyone looking for a relaxing and personal wine getaway in the valley. I can see how this place would be especially fun for several couples travelling together (something I think we will keep in mind for our next visit).

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 eaten all over Nova Scotia during our 3 weeks here, but no place measures up to this one…read more We were actually here the year they opened, when they were (as far as I recall) the only winery in NS. At that time, they had only one red and one white wine, and I don't think those wines even had names. I don't recall there being any food service. What a joy to return and find that it has expanded to include a fantastic restaurant offering gourmet meals. The food and wine, Tidal Bay in this case, were superb. We shared an outstanding salad and bread service; my wife had the duck confit, and I enjoyed the best salmon I've had in ages (and I eat a lot of salmon). My wife loved her dish, and we enjoyed the dessert plate of Italian pastry, ice cream, and berries, topped off with a great cup of coffee. Service was first rate, and our server could not have been more attentive. I wish we had eaten here more than once, but we'll be back on our next visit to Wolfville.

Of the numerous wineries of the area our B&B host suggested this is the one to go to if you can…read moreonly see one. Boy were they right! Tastefully set among grape vines, this winery is both modern and high end while very pleasantly unassuming and not pompous. The tasting is offered as self guided or with a presenter. Since we had our dog with us we were seated outside on a beautiful deck, with a breeze, shade and amongst luscious greenery. The self presentation and tasting is done in a very stylish way and we only wish other wineries followed suit: We received flights of reds and whites in a beautifully designed wine glass holder (see pics) along with a tasting notes for each wine, and the recommended order to be tasted. We were able to go through them leisurely with no pressure and ended up buying three bottles that we liked the most! Following the tasting we continued with a self guided walk through their vineyards which ended in a spectacular overlook of the Grand Pre area, The whole experience was perfect, from the setting, the service, and the walk. Absolutely a must if you visit the area even for a brief time.

This place is definitely worth the visit. We did a flight of classic and sparkling and couldn't…read morefind anything we didn't like. We came about 20 minutes before close on our way to our camp site and the staff was friendly and accommodating and still served us. The view is quite beautiful and unexpected from this little spot. Don't let the side-of-the-road location fool you, as you're sure to find something you like. Lots of free parking beside the building. Grab a flight, sit outside and enjoy the beautiful view!

I'm not surprised there hasn't been any Yelp activity for Blomidon Winery. When I tried checking in…read morelocally and specified searching for everything, Yelp said there was nothing anywhere. Maybe this will help. Blomidon is a charming relatively small winery just a few minutes away from incredibly scenic Blomidon Provincial Park. They sell 9 white and red wines - several of which have won awards - an ice wine, and 2 sparkling wines. In the tasting room, you are permitted complimentary samples of 4 of their wines, but you must pay a nominal fee for each of the other wines you sample. Besides wine, there are a number of other souvenirs you can buy that are winery or Nova Scotia themed. The staff at Blomidon are very knowledgeable and extremely friendly. Your visit and sampling will be an enjoyable experience.

Owner is the best person you would ever want to meet, once you get to know him! Wine is surperb,…read moreno nonsense, or trying to impress anyone.

Johnny will make you feel like old friends! Samples are in front of you before you know it and he…read moreloves chatting! Very pet friendly. Definitely recommend to everybody!

Such a cool group running the show here. We came in a tour bus group and they could have just gone…read morethrough the motions and moved on but we were introduced to more niche wines and had a great talk after our tasting. Thanks for the extra time and care. The wine is delicious and there's a lot one can learn from the tasting room staff. Cheers!

Beautiful winery, amazing wine and great staff. Can't ask for anything more. Truely amazing time…read more Highly recommend

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.

Only had time to go to one vineyard and this one definitely did not disappoint! Plenty of parking!…read moreThe vineyards are beautiful! You can walk through them too! They have a full service bistro area! We got the charcuterie board (delicious)! You can get full glasses and bottles in the bistro. The tasting room offers flights that you can taste at the bar or you can take it to the outdoor tables and enjoy the view! Stunning place, great service, wonderful and relaxing time!

An absolute treasure hidden away from the main road that's much quieter than than neighbouring L&W…read more A beautiful space with a 2-level patio plus lots of seating outside in the grass to enjoy the view of Blomidon while you sip your wine. The view is just outstanding and it's best to sit outside on the second level balcony for the full experience. Tasting/flight prices depend on what varieties are chosen (they range from $12-$16) and you will not be disappointed! We went with the 'Mercator Experience' which came with 4 tasters, some cheese and bread, almonds and olives so overall a great deal. And for the wine.. so impressed and shocked that we hadn't come sooner. Probably our new favourites. You'll love the colour of the rosé - almost copper-like - and the mess-with-your-mind white but feels and tastes like a red, Sauvage. Service was excellent, couldn't be happier. Open 7 days a week, 11-5.

I stopped here on a wine tour and it was really an adorable place…read more The service was friendly and the views were excellent. We did a wine tasting on the patio. We tried four wines. The first one was the Tidal Bay and it was light and refreshing. It was a little acidic for my taste, but a very good wine. The next wine we tried was my favorite and that was the Compass rosé. This just had an amazing aroma on the nose and I found it to be very balanced. The third one we tried was the Chardonnay and it was too oaky for my taste, but if you were a fan of California Chardonnay's then this may be the wine for you. Finally, we had the Marquette red and this wine tasted pretty young and there was a lot of fresh fruit on the pallet and it had a jammyness to it. If you are not the biggest fan of red wine, this is an easy transition into a red wine. Overall, it was a great stop and the rose was a standout for sure.

What a nice visit on a recent Thursday evening. Nathan was so knowledgeable and provided guidance…read moreon our white flight and red flight. The vineyard has several outdoor seating areas and we loved the tastings.

My wife and I were touring Nova Scotia, Brenton Island an PEI for 12 days and ran across Gaspereau…read moreVineyards. It was before tourist season ,so it wasn't busy yet, and enjoyed their wine. The setting was very nice inside.

Small selection of very nice organic wines. Delightful stop with knowledgeable staff who obviously…read moreis enthusiastic about wines. I highly recommend you stop by for a tasting. It will be $5 well spent!

It doesn't look like much from the outside, but don't let it fool you. The person working was…read moreincredibly friendly and seated us outside for a tasting despite not having an appointment and just driving up. We tasted four of the wines and ended up buying a bottle of each. They've got their signature red 2019 and 2020 on sale for $20 so you can't go wrong. If you're looking for something really different, try the Alchemy. The colour alone will surprise you. While it may not be to everyone's liking, it definitely grew on us the more we swirled it around. It would be great with dark chocolate and a chair by the fireplace. Tastings are 3 for $12 but waived if you buy a bottle of each sample. Easy to get to, lots of signage and easy to park. Worth checking out if not just for the unique Alchemy.

Great food and wonderful service in an incredible environment - what more could you expect!!read more

Located on the bucolic grounds of the Grand Pré winery, Le Caveau was the natural choice for mine…read moreand my wife's tenth (!) anniversary while staying at the winery's gorgeous inn. We've been once before, dining on the patio with friends last summer, but our host suggested dining inside to avoid a buggy spring evening. The quaint interior has the feel of an old world, European restaurant thanks to the stucco-slatgered walls, wood paneling and arches windows which looked out to the stone-paved courtyard. I was drawn to the tasting menu, which at four courses gives you a good chunk of the menu to enjoy, but it isn't a three to four hour commitment like larger tasting menus. At $80 and $35 extra for the estate wine pairing, it felt like a good value too! Up first were the lobster croquettes. The crisp exteriors of the croquettes contrasted sharply against the soft, lightly lobster-y goodness within. A marinated lobster and tomato salad brought some refreshing acidity to the dish as well, and the marinated lobster meat had to have been some of the most tender lobster that I've ever had. Next for me was the fazzoletti. This cut of pasta, named for its form which is similar to a handkerchief, was topped with a tomato and mint "tartare", confit garlic and a whipped cod sauce. The house-made pasta had a great, toothsome texture, although the flavours of its accoutrements were a little flat. The mint didn't really figure, and I'm not sure what a tomato tartare is supposed to be other than some diced tomato? Look, I'm all for fine dining, but sometimes the effort that's put in to punch-up the verbiage on the menu can be eye roll inducing. The whipped cod was creamy and rich, but again, the cod was not prominent at all. While I was gorging, my wife did have her own appetizer, the pan roasted asparagus. The verdant spears of asparagus had a little touch of char from the pan, and they paired well with a creamy burrata, and sweet and tangy relish of cherry tomatoes and lemon. The bright flavours and creamy burrata were a great way to highlight some of early pieces of the harvest. For my main, it was a confit lamb leg adobo. The thick slices of lamb were some of the most tender, succulent lamb I've ever had. I'm a big, big fan of Filipino food, but no flavours of vinegar, soy or garlic really made themselves known here. A smooth potato puree doubled down on the richness, while a mix of crisp kale and pea shoots brought some textural contrast and balanced out the palate. My wife had the gnocchi Parisienne for her main course, which had the pillowy bundles of carbs in a luscious sauce of Grand Pre's L'Acadie Blanc, cream and scallion butter, with an almond crumble for a little crispness. For the last of my four courses, chocolate marquise filled the dessert slot. The decadent slice of chocolate was similar to fudge, but not *quite* that dense, although it was certainly just as rich and indulgent. A pool of crème anglaise added to said indulgence, while ginger cookies brought some crunch and the bite of ginger to cut through it all. The dish with the most "wow" factor was definitely my wife's zeppole. These deep-fried balls of dough were wonderfully crisp on the outside, with moist and pleasantly doughy interiors. Dusted with sugar and nutmeg, they put Timbits to absolute shame. Sorry, not sorry, Canada. It didn't stop there though, as they came with almond ice cream, whipped cream, and a sour cherry compote that had that delicious mix of sweet and tart. I was lucky that it was a generous portion, because I was able to do my husbandly duties and finish off the dish. Service was warm and attentive, and the atmosphere is such a unique little getaway. I hold them to a high bar due to reputation, expectation and to be honest, pricing, and while perfection may not have been met, it was still a delicious meal and great experience. There's a reason Le Caveau has been around for so long, and will continue to be for years to come.