Ferry View Loft

Big news for summer explorers!
From June 20 to September 2, admission is free to all Parks Canada places including stunning trails, coastal views, and iconic historic sites like Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site, the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site, Cape Breton Highlands National Park and many more.
Plus, camping reservations are 25% off during this time. No pass required!

Fort Anne Graveyard Tours are back this summer! Don’t miss this fascinating tour and a chance to learn about the rich history of this beautiful area.

The moon glistens on the lapping shores of the Bay of Fundy. Come visit Nova Scotia—where every tide tells a story. We look forward to welcoming you to Ferry View Loft.

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World Oceans Day

Enjoy a fabulous view of the Bay of Fundy from Ferry View Loft. Reserve your stay with us using the link below. We look forward to welcoming you to Ferry View Loft.

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Annapolis Royal Pride Parade is July 5, 2025. We look forward to lots of fun filled events all weekend. Be sure to check out the parade, it’s great fun!

Balancing Rock -Nature's Gravity-Defying Wonder in Tiverton, Long Island, Nova Scotia

Nestled on the edge of a cliff overlooking the Bay of Fundy, this towering basalt column stands perfectly vertical-seemingly defying gravity. Known as Balancing Rock, it's one of Nova Scotia's most mind-boggling natural formations. To get there, it's a scenic 2.5 km round-trip hike through forest and bog, ending with a dramatic staircase descent to the viewing platform. Trust us—it's worth every step.
Pro tip: Go at low tide for the best views of the rocky shoreline

Maud Lewis was born Maud Kathleen Dowley on March 7, 1903, in South Ohio (just outside of Yarmouth), Nova Scotia.

She was one of three children born to John and Agnes Dowley. Maud lived with severe rheumatoid arthritis from a young age, which caused her pain and limited her mobility. Despite her physical limitations, she pursued her passion for painting.

She began painting as a child, encouraged by her mother, who was also artistic. Maud used inexpensive materials for her art, often painting on found objects such as scrap wood, cardboard, and even household items like bread boards and cookie sheets.
She lived most of her life in a small, one-room house in Marshalltown (just outside of Digby), Nova Scotia. She painted the interior and exterior of the house with colourful, whimsical designs, turning it into a work of art itself.

Maud Lewis passed away on July 30, 1970, at the age of 67. Despite her modest lifestyle and limited recognition during her lifetime, her art has continued to grow in popularity with many pieces making their way to galleries around the world.

She is celebrated as a symbol of resilience, creativity, and the power of art to transcend adversity. Her story has inspired books, films, and exhibitions, ensuring that her unique talent and spirit will be remembered for generations to come.