1780 Sea Captain's Home ~ Willow Vale Estate

Willow Vale, originally a 1780's sea captain's estate, now home & studio of a Canadian fashion designer, sits on one of the oldest roads in North America; the Evangeline Trail. Hilltop views of the world's highest tides filling the Minas Basin. Filled with original Canadian art, the home has been featured in decor magazines. Near wineries, ski hill, & golf. •heated pool (May-Oct) •8 person hot-tub (all year) •sauna cabin (all year) •apple u-pick (Aug-Nov) •fitness room •fire pit •grand piano The space This is a fabulous property, now a boutique resort, with gardens, outbuildings, and fruit trees. Take your coffee on a morning walk through the orchard and in the evening, sip local wines around a blazing fire, all with a view of the highest tides in the world. The accommodations are a combination of the individual listings on the property + 8am-10pm access to the gourmet kitchen, lounge (fireplace, baby grand piano) -- perfect for a group or family getaway, complete with 24 hour access to the private heated pool, wood-burning sauna cabin, and hot tub. A wonderful setting for team-building, retreats, intimate weddings, and any celebration. To thoroughly enjoy the space and amenities, we HIGHLY RECOMMEND a minimum 2 night stay. This will allow you to fully unwind and enjoy the outdoor amenities during the peak sunshine of the afternoon. The sleep accommodations are as follows: -- Guest House (2) -- Loft (4) -- Guest Room #1 (2) -- Guest Room #2 (2) -- Cellar Suite (4) ** IF YOU ARE PLANNING AN UNAUTHORIZED GATHERING WITH MORE THAN THE NUMBER OF GUESTS ON THE RESERVATION, THE BOOKING WILL BE CANCELED, WITHOUT REFUND. (As with any resort, unbooked guests are not permitted to access the property or use of the amenities.) Guest access Guests have unconditional access to the heated in-ground pool (generally open from May-October, weather depending), 8-person hot-tub, wood-burning cedar sauna cabin, large stone fire-pits surrounded by adirondack chairs, hammocks, gardens, main floor amenities, including kitchen, pianos, and laundry facilities. We, the owners have a private, self-contained suite in the Main House on the estate. The kitchen, common areas, pool, sauna, hot tub... etc. are accessible to the guests in this booking. Other things to note On the property, Lisa operates a fashion design and manufacturing studio that supplies her five stores across Canada. Guests are welcome to tour the building and shop in the showroom, if interested, during business hours or private shopping party. Registration Details RYA-2023-24-03261527228401717-1901