nice period hotel although overpriced in my opinion. No restaurant service except for breakfast, located away from most amenities. Ok if you are looking for peace and tranquility.

Beautifull Location

A very intresting Quiet rural place with lots of local, NS, and Canadian history. Nice places to walk.

Wonderful Inn near Digby, NS

Recommended by our daughter who stayed there last Spring. We were there for one night. Very cozy and staff very friendly and helpful.

Girls Get-Away

Booked on Expedia and was a first for bed and breakfast....not disappointed. Beautiful facility and exceedingly accommodating! Clean, fresh and inviting!

Lovely Country Inn

We stayed 2 nights here in September. Couldn't have asked for anything better. It's exactly what we expected, only better. Very nice room, helpful staff, and a very nice breakfast. I would recommend to anyone looking for a nice Country Inn in the Digby area.

Quiet, Comfortable, Friendly

A great B&B in a quiet setting close to Digby. Our room was clean, large and comfortable, the owners were efficient yet casual and friendly and the staff we met at breakfast made sure we were well looked after and had a smile on our faces before we left. Overall a great stay.

Nice b&b. first time and would be back for sure!

Quiet, out of the way. Pricey but worth it. Darren was wonderful, even made us a sack breakfast for our ride back on the ferry. Vance was helpful in showing us things to do in the area. The breakfasts were wonderful! The beach was nice and close to walk to. After our busy day we would come back to our place and everything would be nice and clean.

A lovely place in Smith's Cove

Our only regret about visiting the Harbourview Inn was that we did not have more time to spend there! It is a really interesting Inn with lots of history. The facilities were great and the hosts very friendly. The swimming pool seemed to be being enjoyed by everyone while we were there but our time was limited as we were leaving for the early ferry to New Brunswick! We did manage a walk to the... more

Quiet location

Enjoyed a comfortable stay staff helpful and welcoming

Harbourview Inn

We were delighted with our stay at Harbourview. Despite being a lovely old Victorian home, the hotel has all the modern amenities you could want. Breakfast was lovely including taste homemade jams that the owners made. The owners were so pleasant and helpful, The made the reservations for us at the whale watching outfit. And when on the last day,... more

Step back in time

Our party of four stayed here in fall 2013. A beautifully decorated old home - nicely appointed rooms with private baths. The proprietors were very friendly and helpful - recommended a restaurant that we liked so much we went back the next day! We walked down to the water thru an ancient cemetery - took lots of pictures by the... more

A Perfect Place to Stay that gets better every year

As we sat in the lobby enjoying a drink in a totally comfortable and relaxing setting we were contemplating how many years we have staying at the Harbourview and I think it's the better part of 10 years. If that doesn't convince you this is a great place let me tell you about the owners Darren & Vance, they are... more

Perfect 'Home Base' in Digby

We took the ferry across the Bay of Fundy and stayed at the Harbourview Inn. It is in a beautiful location that looks out at the water. We had a room with two bedrooms which was perfect for our family of five. They set up a cot for us in the one bedroom. Each morning we had a lovely breakfast... more

Many miles of walking trails, friendly staff, great service, and good location

My husband and I rented one of their suites and were not disappointed. I am a walker and was able to walk along the cove at low tide. There is also a rail trail that runs through the property allowing miles of beautiful walking. Breakfasts were delicious and welcoming. I highly recommend the Inn.

Friendly in Lovely Setting

We stayed here in July this year. The proprietor, Vance, was so friendly and helpful - our luggage had got lost in Heathrow and Air Canada were determined to get it to us. We waited up as long as we could and awoke at 1.30am to hear voices= Vance dealing with our luggage. The Inn itself is in a lovely... more

Lovely quiet oasis

This is reminiscent of an old world resort - grand old house with amenities. There is a pool, beach, tennis court, bicycles in a quiet country setting just outside Digby. Darren setup a whale watching charter for us and was accommodating to change it AND send the voucher to the vendor by fax as we hadn't checked in yet. Good... more

A lovely stay

Our stay was brief, but delightful. Darren could not have been more helpful, and packed us a healthy breakfast to take on the ferry as we were leaving quite early in the am. A short, lovely walk to the beach.

41st Wedding Anniversary

This Inn is very cozy with wallpaper on its wall and matching carpet. It has antique furniture which adds to its decor. A/C and a washroom in each room. We had the King size bed, which is very comfortable. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. Excellent Breakfast in the am. The Inn and the grounds outside are very clean,... more

Friendly and relaxing

We stayed here for a night immediately prior to Arthur, and were treated wonderfully by Darren and Vance. Their selections for local restaurants were excellent, as was their recommendation for visiting Bear River. The buffet-style breakfast allowed us to be selective in both what and how much we ate. The room was charmingly decorated, clean and air-conditioned, while the common... more

Friendly and hospitable

My mother and two sisters and I stayed at the Harboueview inn after post tropical Arthur went through. We arrived when there wasn't any power. Darrin and Vance had a beautiful buffet breakfast, hot running water and a generator!
Our rooms were clean and ready for our arrival. Their staff was courteous and very friendly.
I left a jacket in... more

Lovely stay at Harbourview

My husband and I stayed at the Harbourview July 11 and 12, 2014. We booked the 2 nights with whale watch package and were not disappointed. The Inn is lovely and Darren was a pleasure to speak with. He and his partner take great pride in their establishment and it shows. Darren plays "bartender" which is great for a nice... more

The Best

Stayed recently at this Inn in a 2-bedroom suite. Totally pleased with everything - the rooms were spacious, clean, comfy beds, extra pillows and excellent wi-fi. Breakfast was superb. Must mention the strawberries at brecky were just delicious! Darren and Vance are just so nice and personable, as all the staff we came in contact with. The grounds are beautiful... more

Beautiful hotel set in gorgeous gardens.

The owner Darren met us when we arrived showed us to our room which was lovely gave us $1.00 coupons towards a drink in the bar area .He informed us about breakfast etc told us there were common seating areas all over the hotel which we were welcome to use .We asked him to recommend somewhere for dinner he gave us a few names but recommended board walk Cafe where we had a great meal .Breakfast... more

Last night in Nova Scotia taking Digby ferry.

The Harbourview Inn is a just what you would hope for in a B & B. The outward appearance is gracious and immaculate. The gardens were delightful in the summer. The room was large (we were actually given two rooms to accommodate another's handicap needs) and had a private bath - all well kept. The hot and hearty breakfast was attractively served in the sun room, on a flexible schedule and was... more

Wonderful stay

We spent 2 nights at the Harbourview Inn, and loved it. It's a beautiful Inn, very clean and quiet. The owner and his staff are very helpful, and gave us great tips on things to do and see in the area. It's well located to other sites around Digby, including whale watching.

Nice quiet place a short drive from Digby

The Inn is great! Nice atmosphere and they serve a perfect breakfast. Super quiet. The only thing I would say needs any improving at all might be the hardness level of the beds we had. We were in room 8 and both beds in the room were too hard for a comfortable sleep. Other than that the place is super nice!

Secluded home like

Nice and quiet. Beautiful house and very homelike. Excellent breakfast. Nice walk to pool.

Room was spacious and clean, but chairs provided were wrought iron with padding and were uncomfortable. Breakfast was buffet style, and was excellent. Breakfast area is an enclosed porch overlooking the garden. View of harbor from our room was delightful. We enjoyed our stay.

41st Wedding anniversary

The Inn was a bit had to find at first , but we asked a lady on the road and she told us. We were only minutes from it. It is nestled off the main road surrounded by trees, flowers and shrubs, overlooking the harbour. We were met at the desk with a friendly welcome from the clerk, given the rules and the key. We entered #1 Room with its King size bed, flowered wallpaper walls, and antique... more

Charming Historic Inn

We had a charming and comfortable room at the Harbourview Inn. The breakfast room was inviting and the food and service was wonderful.

Nice hotel/Bad storm

We arrived during post tropical storm Arthur. Proprietors had secured a generator so there was some light in the rooms and hallways. Also kept us aware of developments such as a local restaurant that was opening for a few hours in the evening. Power still wasn't on when we left but there was water for showers and a delicious breakfast.

Pleasantly located hotel enroute to or from Digby

Super friendly hosts and staff. Hotel has a nostalgic feel for its heydays. Just there one night so didn't use pool, tennis courts etc Rooms not that private; could hear people in next room chatting with their friends from another room. Probably good therefore for a group like a family reunion.

Pleasant hotel very obliging staff.

Very clean, comfortable and spacious rooms. Adjoining pool and beach a welcome feature. Short 10 minute drive to Digby facilitated a wide choice of eating options. Breakfast was plentiful, varied and delicious

Just as good in real life as in person!

A beautiful location, clean spacious rooms, and a staff that can't be beat! Staff helped us find some great local fossil area (Blue Beach) a little off the regular tourism map. Hotel and staff exceeded expectations! Most important for someone traveling for pleasure while still having to check in at work, the WIFI was fast and efficient.

Brief stay

Our stay here was very brief as we caught the early morning ferry to St John's. We were made very welcome, our hosts gave us a ground floor room, so nobody would be disturbed by our early exit. Provided a welcome packed breakfast for the ferry. We, also, enjoyed a pleasant glass of wine in a very comfortable reception area.... more

Wonderful time despite the hurricane

First off, I cannot say enough about The Harbourview! Our hosts, Darren and Vance (and Rosie,the rescue dog) were great hosts, so warm and welcoming and full of info about Digby and the surrounding towns.
The Inn itself was just what you'd want..neat and clean, plenty of rooms to sit and relax in to read your books, or play scrabble,... more

wonderful start to our first trip to Nova Scotia

Darren showed us 2 really nice rooms and we got to choose which one suited us best. We had breakfast with Vance the second day. Both were very friendly and full of information. We were only able to stay two nights, as we were off to explore the whole of NS and PEI the rest of our 2 week trip.... more

Post storm stay

We booked into the Inn after Hurricane Arthur. We were greeted by the owners who were very friendly and helpful. One escorted us to our room and made sure we wre comfortable. No electricity no water. We went off to a wedding and when we returned we had a bag with LED lights hanging on our door. The next morning we had water. They had connected a generator so we could have running water.... more

quiet, quaint old house

Almost didn't stay here because of the distance from the ferry, but once I saw the house, I changed my mind. It's about 15 minutes drive from the Digby Ferry, which we where taking the next morning. Check in was very efficient; the host was very helpful with information about the ferry and even provided us with a sack breakfast to take on the ferry. Our room was up stairs at the end of the... more

Very charming room. Well-maintained property.

Fantastic inn, not to be missed

If you're wanting to stay at the most charming place ever, then Harbourview Inn, Smiths Cove, Digby is a must.
We stayed last year for one night as we were catching the early ferry to St.John. We loved it so much that this year we stayed for three nights initially, as there is plenty to see and do in the... more

Didn't actually get to stay there - still had to pay

My son and I were doing a CC bicycle tour of NS. This was the only place we booked that had a 72 hour cancellation policy. We ran into some bad weather down in Westport and simply couldn't make it up to Digby. I gave the owner 36 hour notice and they still charged me full fare for the room.... more

Quaint and clean B&B near Digby

This is my first time staying at a B&B. The room was clean and I was impressed by the friendly and attentive staff. I really enjoyed the hot breakfast as the menu changed daily to mix things up (delicious blueberry pancakes). The price was reasonable and I would stay here again.

decor and atmosphere was cozy and comfortable

The Harborview B&B was very close to our visit to Digby Ns. Both of the owners were very accommodating. Breakfast was excellent and service impeccable. This was probably our favorite of the six B&B's we stayed in travelling the Maritime Providences of Canada.

Nice bed and breakfast with nice gardens

Very friendly innkeeper who went out of his way to make our stay pleasant. Very close to Digby. Nice quiet location.

Great choice near Digby

Looking for an interesting spot to spend the night before our early morning ferry from Digby to St. John. Found it at the Harbouview in Smiths Cove. The rooms were complete, spacious and comfortable. Our host has the touch. Every common room in the entire Inn is perfectly appointed thanks to the pitch perfect taste of owner Darren. He was... more

wonderful Harbourview Inn

The stay at the Harbourview was the most comfortable night of our trip. The hospitality was wonderful, the inn was clean and cozy, the room had the most comfortable bed (room#1) and the location was close to the Yarmouth ferry (1.15 hour drive). I would definitely have a return stay! Ask for Rosie!

Wonderful relaxing stay at the Harbourview Inn

It was a pleasure to spend the night at the Harbourview Inn. From the moment you enter the front door you are greeted with a smile and a happy word. The inn is beautifully decorated in cozy Victorian style. The breakfast was included and enough for a great start of the day. The gardens are full of birds and flowers.... more

Not surprised it's rated #1 in Digby

About a 10 minute drive from Digby, the Harbourview is a very comfortable and quaint inn. A very old property the inn has very large and comfortable rooms. Breakfast is included in the price and is served in a light and airy room. There is no evening dining and you need to travel to Digby or Bear River to find... more

Perfect accomdation for relaxation and comfort

We have just returned home from four weeks vacation in the Maritimes. The highlight of our trip was finding this beaujtiful old inn called Harbourview in Smiths Cove on the outskirts of Digby. Established in 1899 the inn is full of old world charm, the antique decor, along with the comfort and convenience, is a real tonic and makes you... more

A place to stay

Attention to detail, friendly, and professional care. Quiet and charming in an excellent location

Friendly staff

Had a lovely suite at a great price. The staff were helpful and friendly. We will definitely return1

Cosy little place

A very friendly, cosy and inviting place with great staff. The rooms were very comfortable and the included breakfast had lots of choice and set the next day up well.

The ultimate B&B!

This place was such a delight! It is situated at a beautiful location, near the beach and surrounded by lush greenery. It is romantic, yet perfect for families with kids as there is the cutest playground nearby and lots of area for them to roam free. That being said, it was quiet as could be. Darren is the consummate host, and the rooms are lovely and spotless. They serve hot homemade... more

Hospitality Done Right

True hospitality is a rare find nowadays. More than just treating travelers well, real hospitality asks that you make your guests feel as comfortable as if they were at home. Darren and Vance at the HarbourView Inn do just that.
We arrived quite late on our first night and were greeted by Darren who was kind enough to let us... more

Excellent Inn Experience

My trip advisor research paid off, Harbourview Inn was the perfect stop in the Digby area. Beautiful facility surrounded by colorful gardens at the edge of the fundy shore. Darren was a very helpful host and Irene was a hilarious hostess. Made for great Nova Scotia memories.

Ideally situated bed and breakfast inn

Darren and Vance were very welcoming at their inn. Extremely helpful in terms of advising us to eat en route to them as, being the early season, restaurants were closing early. As a consequence discovered the restaurants of Annapolis Royal (Eg Cafe Compose and Garrison House) much better than their Digby equivalents.
The room was very comfortable with plenty of... more

Best B and B Ever

The house and grounds are well manicured. Hospitality is warm and friendly. This is the best B&B we ever experienced during our trip.

Very pleasant stay, nice setting.

Very enjoyable stay. Nice walks around the Inn to be enjoyed. Staff were very helpful. Room very charming.

Great hospitality

We arrived a week before the inn opened and stayed in the Winchester House. The inn keepers, Darren and Vance were very welcoming and couldn't have been more friendly and helpful. They even provided dog food and water bowls when we discovered we had left ours at the hotel we stayed at the night before arriving. The Winchester House is... more

a charming inn

Our room was lovely, the view beautiful, the service great, and the breakfast was lovely. This is a charming place to stay when touring the area.We thought the inn keeper was helpful and they even make their own jams from local produce. The water and beach are beautiful and there are trails to walk around all over the property. Very... more

Very comfy and homely inn

Staff was very friendly. Breakfast was delicious. They even packed us breakfast on the go when we had to leave early on checkout day.

An OK overnight stay close to Digby.

B&B has lost a bit of its charm. It was cool(cold) outside and windy. Windows rattled all night. Single pane glass didn't help. In warmer weather would have been fine.

Charming B & B

Greeted by a smiling innkeeper who gives us a different room because we had to leave early to catch the ferry and cross the Bay of Fundy, Our room was a small suite which was very thoughtful of him. Would loved to have stayed here longer as the place was warm and inviting and the grounds looked wonderful, looking out... more

Warm and Welcoming

Have stayed at inn many times and have always had a great experience. Vance and Darren ,the inn keepers are friendly and go out of their way to make your stay enjoyable and will even help you make reservations for local restaurants and excursions.
The rooms have all the charm you would expect of a historic country inn and are... more

A weekend of relaxation

Had a great time visiting friends at the Harbourview. Room was cozy and the view of the basin from our view was an added benefit. Breakfast was nice and the added entertainment from a staff member was an unexpected benefit.
Took whale watching tour at the last minute and absolutely loved it. The weather cooperated and saw both whales and... more

Excellent service from the first email

Emailed the hotel regarding their adventure weekend for my husbands 40th birthdays and I could not have asked for better service! I needed some changes to the package which the wonderful Darren helped with and arranged with no issue (or none that he let on!) Upon arrival we were warmly welcomed and shown to our suite which was immaculate (flowery... more

Great find

This was by the best B&B we stayed in while touring Nova Scotia. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Our room was very well appointed, clean and comfortable, and we enjoyed a good breakfast each morning. Our stay here has made us consider coming back to NS again, from the UK

Very comfortable. Host was very helpful with information and maps

Good first stop in Nova Scotia

Great place to stay after you take the ferry from St. John to Digby and before you head across Nova Scotia. The owners were wonderful, lending us their own bikes to ride. And who knew that Digby was the scallop capital of the WORLD? Loved sitting on the porch sipping tea and reading.

comfortable and friendly

We arrived around 9pm and the inn keeper was very welcoming and showed us to our room which was in an annex to the Inn. Room was very clean but nothing special décor-wise really. Very homey/country. Beds were okay. Breakfast was fine (scrambled eggs, bacon one morning and poached eggs, sausage the next, and just enough. Waitress was a little... more

Excellent

We booked this because they offered a whale watching package, and we're very glad we did. We stayed in a suite which, despite being close to a road, was quiet and its deck was full of sunshine. The rooms were spotlessly clean and the bathroom was lovely. The breakfasts were good and the staff very friendly. I had tried to... more

Great place to stay

The Harbourview Inn is a historic building that features great service, a quiet and beautiful location, comfortable rooms, and an attentive friendly staff.

Wonderful Inn

This is a wonderful old inn located on in a park-like setting just outside of Digby. We only stayed two nights, but this seems like a place one could go for a much longer relaxing get away. The rooms are spacious and very comfortable. The breakfasts are outstanding and staff are there to serve coffee or whatever you forgot from... more

A lovely place to stay.

We loved this Inn. It is an old home (over100 years) that has always housed guests. It has a great history. The included breakfast is continental and includes two hot dishes and homemade preserves. Very nice. The rooms are very nicely decorated and very clean. The staff are marvelous. It is located a little outside of Digby. They have a small bar and lovely places to sit and have a cup of tea... more

Fabulous bed and breakfast

Lovely setting, gracious charming home with multiple great seating areas to relax, comfy well kept rooms, friendly and caring staff, tasty full breakfast. Nicely situated close to beautiful trails and local attractions. Would stay here again anytime.
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Lovely home, beautiful gardens, personable staff

My husband and I spent three nights at the inn - the beds were comfortable and the rooms spotless. The gardens were beautiful. The Inn is an older house with all the charm of a well cared for home. We were greeted each morning with a smile and pleasant conversation. A delicious breakfast consisted of a hot dish, fruit, an... more

A great place to stay

A very nice B&B. Lovely rooms, friendly staff. A very nice breakfast included. They have a great selection of room types to choose from. The breakfast (included) is very nice - continental with two hot dishes. Very friendly staff, lovely setting. They offer a small bar service, lovely veranda and sitting area(s) to enjoy a glass of wine or a... more

A relaxing place to unwind your day.

Beautiful property and friendly people

We stayed 2 nights at the Harbourview Inn. It's a little outside of Digby but on a beautiful property with gardens and a field that slopes down to the harbor(with a view as promised).
The inn is very attractive and our room was of a nice size. Breakfast is excellent and in a beautiful room with many windows. You are... more

Excellent accommodation

My husband and I have just stayed at this inn for the last 3 nights. The hosts made us feel very welcome and throughout our stay were very helpful. The large room was first class with a lovely view overlooking the sea. The breakfast was adqeute with a choice of fruit, yogurt, each day there was a different cooked option... more

Lovely stay in the bay

We were there only one night but the innkeeper couldn't have been more helpful. They even offered the garage for my motorcycle because of rain threat. View was good. Dinner recommendation downtown (15 min drive) was excellent. The room was very comfortable and breakfast was outstanding.

Charming and friendly

My daughter and I were very impressed by this pretty bed and breakfast with its period furniture and friendly hosts. The rooms are spotless and cozily furnished. The breakfasts were very generous with fresh fruit and homemade preserves as well as a hot dish. We had purchased a package which included a dinner and whale watching tour which was excellent... more

Delightful place, next time we'll stay for a week

This is the most delightful inn. The view of the harbour from our room was gorgeous. And talk about going the extra mile for a guest! We had made our reservation that morning with the help of the innkeepers at Tattingstone Inn in Wolfville - then we headed off to catch a whale watching boat; but we had neglected to... more

Warm & Hospitable

This inn is absolutely beautiful. Period furnishings and decor, spotlessly clean, wonderful hosts and engaging staff (Irene is a true gem), delicious breakfast with homemade jams & jellies, and attention to details that we've not experienced anywhere else. We will definitely be back, and yes, Wharf Rat Rally friendly!

Over and above

My relatives and I stayed at the Harbourview Inn in Smith's Cove, near Digby, Nova Scotia. Both our rooms were magnificent. The inn is extremely well kept and elegant, the grounds are superb. They also have a swimming pool and tennis court, which we did not use this time but we would consider doing so the next time. It so... more

Comfortable Stay, Accommodating and Helpful Staff

The Harbourview Inn was a very comfortable stay. The rooms were each unique and interesting, and they all had a beautiful view of the gorgeous landscaping on the Inn's property. The two owners were very friendly and helpful, and gave us several brochures and maps and talked us through driving directions, helped us make reservations for activities and ferry rides.... more

An amazing trip to Nova Scotia topped off by a relaxing stay at the Harbourview Inn

My family and I were blessed with a beautiful trip to Nova Scotia this past week. The weather was great and even though our stay was not too long we managed to see many attractions from walking on the beaches of Joggin's fossil museum while the tide was out, a whale watch at Brier Island. We enjoyed a day of... more

Excellent

We stayed at the Winchester house and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The place was immaculate. Lots of attention to details. Having air conditioning in the bedroom was great since it was so humid. I wished they had a ceiling fan in the living room though.
The owners were very personable and efficient. Having breakfast included was a bonus, and the... more

Incredibly Wonderful Stay

A wonderful bed and breakfast. Room was fantastic. We were greeted by Darrin when we arrived, and he made us feel most welcome. Also recommended a lovely restaurant in Digby for dinner. Breakfast was great, homemade and very enjoyable. If you would like to treat yourself stay here for a few days!

Great Inn in a Beautiful Part of the World

We stayed one night at the inn with 3 children and had a wonderful experience! We were attending a conference in Halifax and arrived early so that we could drive to the Digby area and then continued to Brier Island for a whale cruise with Mariner Cruises. The drive to the inn was beautiful and the pictures on the website... more

Nice old house with good hospitality

We only stayed here for one night on out travels around Eastern Canada on vacation. It is a large old house which is used as a B&B/Inn. The room we had was very spacious and the general appearance and décor were very attractive. Breakfast was included and was very good.
The gardens are very good and there are feeders for... more

Great Hotel

Great location to visit the area, really helpful and friendly staff. Lovely building with real history.

loved it

what a beautiful place to stay!

Fantastic Digby area B&B

The Harbourview Inn is a fantastic spot to set up a base of operations while traveling the Annapolis valley and area surrounding Digby. Part of an old vacation resort the Inn is the only remaining building still serving the travelling public with the cottages now all private residences. The room is typically appointed and the breakfast is fantastic. Service is top notch and all the staff have... more

Great Place to Stay

This inn was more like a B&B than a motel. It was a lovely older house, charming and comfortable, with very easy access to Digby and the ferry to St. John. The folks here were very nice to us.

Charming Older Hotel

My girlfriend and I stayed in this hotel for one night before taking the ferry across the Bay of Fundy the next morning. The hotel was old, but in decent condition, and the rooms were very clean. We were most impressed by the helpfulness of the staff. We had to leave before the hotel started serving breakfast the next morning, so the manager packed breakfasts for the two of us and left them in... more