Hillsdale House Inn

519 Upper St. George St.
PO Box 148
Annapolis Royal Nova Scotia B0S 1A0
Canada

http://www.hillsdalehouseinn.ca

Phone: +1-902-532-2345
Fax: +1-902-532-0752
Toll-free: +1-877-839-2821

General Information

Rated #1 B&B in Nova Scotia on Tripadvisor. Our Inn has 12 rooms & 1 suite and is set on 12 acres of land with mature trees, manicured lawns, and fine gardens. Rooms are individually decorated with fine antiques and paintings. Each room is equipped with private ensuite baths, television, telephone and CD clock radio. During your stay, relax in one of our 3 parlors, surrounded by Victorian period antiques. A guest use computer is provided and wireless high-speed internet is available. Awaken relaxed and invigorated to enjoy freshly ground coffee, and a delicious full hot breakfast, including Hillsdale's homemade bread and jams. Most attractions, shops and restaurant are an easy walk.

Room Rates (CAD Canadian Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 13 guest accommodations (13 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $CAD 79.00 and $CAD 149.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $CAD 79.00 and $CAD 149.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $CAD 15.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Alarm clock
  • Amenities Basket
  • Hairdryer
  • Internet Service
  • Radio
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Wi-Fi
On Site
  • Board games
  • CD player
  • Computer
  • Conference Rooms
  • Copier
  • DVD Player
  • Fax Machine
  • VCR
  • Videos
  • Washer/dryer
  • Wedding Facilities

Meals

  • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
  • Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
  • Additional food services included in room rate: Tea/Coffee available on request
  • Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian

Policies

  • No minimum stay required
  • Smoking is allowed outside only
  • Limited accommodations for guest pets
  • Children are welcome
  • No childcare is provided
  • Closed: Closed Dec, Jan, Feb & Mar
  • Check in time is 3 p.m. and Check out time is 11 a.m.
  • Cancellations:
    Cancellation charges will be applied to any reservation cancelled less than 48 hours prior to intended arrival date. These charges will be applied to the credit card used to book the room. If we are able to re-book the room, cancellation charges will be waived.
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • AAA/CAA
    • Bay of Fundy Recommended Experience
    • Canada Select Accommodation Rating
    • Destination Southwest Nova Scotia
    • Nova Scotia Association of Unique Country Inns
    • Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia
    • Chamber of Commerce

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Great Homemade Breakfasts
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Gay / Lesbian Travel
  • Group events
  • Honeymoons
  • Luxury
  • Peaceful getaway
  • Romantic escape
  • Weddings
Establishment Type
  • Bed and Breakfast
  • Historic Inn

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Italianate
  • Built in 1859
  • Opened for business in 1859
  • Restored / Remodeled in 2006
  • Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
  • Parking available (Ample surface parking)

Location

  • Location is best described as: Downtown, Small town, Village
  • Nearest major city: Halifax, NS (127 miles East)
  • Directions to property:
    Route 101 West from Halifax Take exit 22 to Annapolis Royal - you will be traveling on Route 8 which turns into St. George Street in Annapolis Royal. The inn is located on the left. For a more scenic route, take exit 19 to Bridgetown and travel along Route 1 to Annapolis Royal. At the traffic lights turn left onto St. George Street and we are located just past the Historic Gardens on the right. (Driving time is approximately 2 hours.)
  • Nearest major airport: YHZ 135 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Route 102 to Route 101 West from Halifax Take exit 22 to Annapolis Royal - you will be traveling on Route 8 which turns into St. George Street in Annapolis Royal. The inn is located on the left. For a more scenic route, take exit 19 to Bridgetown and travel along Route 1 to Annapolis Royal. At the traffic lights turn left onto St. George Street and we are located just past the Historic Gardens on the right. (Driving time is approximately 2 hours.)

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Paul Stackhouse & Val Peterson
    Paul and Val enjoy travel, golf and food & wine experiences. They are also animal lovers and enjoy spending time with their pets Hannah (Bernese Mountain dog) and Simonette (Siamese cat).
  • The innkeepers speak: English
  • There is one cat on the property
  • There is one dog on the property

Area Attractions

Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Concert venue, Historical interests, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Ocean, Historic Gardens, Tidal Power Station, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ruins, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseshoes, Kayaking, Whale Watching, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Swimming pool, Tennis courts