Trout Point Lodge

We were fortunate to get a last-minute booking at Trout Point Lodge when the Air Canada strike in August derailed our original vacation plans. Talk about a silver lining! While not the vacation that we originally planned, it was the vacation that we definitely needed. We felt so well cared for and found our stay here to be absolutely magical. The staff at the lodge are incredibly friendly and kind, and they dedicate themselves to making sure guests have a great experience. There are only 13 rooms/26 guests max, so the staff to guest ratio is really good. ||||This is a fantastic place to go to relax, reconnect with nature, and enjoy spectacular food and beverages. We got an all-inclusive package and ate exceptionally well. The food is spectacular -- among some of the best meals I've had. The wine by the glass selection is really well-thought out. The sommelier is available to guide you through paired tastings with your meal or to give you glass/bottle recommendations. She's also created a very nice cocktail menu with many fun and delicious choices. (Bonus -- if you eat outside, you will be entertained by hummingbirds flocking to feeders hung adjacent to the patio.)||||We enjoyed star-gazing on our first night there, though were a little disappointed that the staff astronomer mentioned on their website was no longer there. We also enjoyed a guided paddling excursion, a yoga class, and several hot-tub reservations. (You reserve the hot tub and sauna so that you have exclusive use of both.) The owners have tucked little sitting areas all throughout the property so there are plenty of places to go to be completely quiet and alone. ||||On our last evening at the lodge, we learned that our ferry back to the U.S. had been cancelled and that we would have to stay in Nova Scotia an additional day. The lodge was fully booked, so we couldn't extend our stay, but the staff helped us find lodging and suggested an itinerary and driving route that resulted in our having a wonderful "bonus day" of exploring. They really went above and beyond.

Surrounded by a quiet natural environment, the lodge is comfortable and casually elegant. The entire staff was outstanding, and the meals were especially delicious. The sommelier was very helpful and helped make our stay memorable. We enjoyed hiking and the hot tub experience. (We normally avoid hot tubs, but this was a relaxing exception.) Our downstairs suite was large and well appointed. The "forest bathing" experience was a little hokey, but we were curious. My wife thoroughly enjoyed a message in our room while I played the "lodge guitar" upstairs in a common area. Overall, a delightful three-night stay during our eventful two-week journey through Nova Scotia.

We spent our anniversary at Trout Point Lodge for two nights. The owners and staff go above and beyond to provide 5 star service. The setting is beautiful deep in the forest of Nova Scotia beside a small river. Our favorite activities were the stargazing in the UNESCO Starlight Reserve and the hot tub/sauna experience on the edge of the river. The food is excellent. The beds are comfortable. The rooms and lodge are beautifully decorated with a rustic ambiance. It was a vacation to remember.

We spent a few days at Trout Point Lodge and honestly, I didn’t want to leave. You’re out in the middle of the Nova Scotia wilderness — big trees, a quiet river, and at night the stars look unreal. I’m not sure I’ve ever seen skies like that.||The people running the place are just great. Ben took us out on hikes and kayaking and pointed out things I would’ve completely missed on my own. Pat and Pam clearly care about every little detail here — you can feel it. And Oceane, the sommelier, was wonderful. She poured wines I’d never even heard of and somehow nailed the pairings every time.||Our room felt both rustic and comfortable. The food… wow. All local stuff, cooked in a way that’s creative but still feels like it belongs in this place. One night I had something with mushrooms that I’m still thinking about.||We spent our time kayaking, hiking, soaking in the wood-fired hot tub, and honestly, just sitting by the fire doing nothing. Sometimes that was the best part.||It’s one of those rare places where you really do feel different when you leave — calmer, happier. We’re already talking about when we can get back.

My wife and I had such an incredible honeymoon at Trout Point Lodge! Staff were beyond accommodating and made us feel so comfortable at all times. We took part in so many activities while we were there including stargazing, forest bathing, hiking, kayaking, hot tub and sauna, cold river plunge, massages, and yoga. Our room was immaculate and luxurious but still rustic which we loved. The food is to die for, every meal was such a fun experience! We enjoyed all the hot beverages available as well as going to the lodge for tea time snacks. The cocktails were delicious and I enjoyed some bottles of local Rummed Cider. The staff were really a highlight for us, such a fantastic team! We can't wait to come back

Hospitality. Cuisine. Serenity. My wife and I chose Trout Point Lodge for our annual getaway, and it exceeded all our expectations. Nestled in its own little oasis, the lodge offers a perfect blend of warm hospitality, delicious food, and tranquil surroundings. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel like friends, taking good care of our needs with genuine care. Some standout moments included stargazing under a breathtaking night sky after a very nice dinner—something we’d never experienced before. The guided explanation of the constellations added a fascinating touch. Another highlight was the very peaceful forest walk - where we had the chance to recalibrated ourselves, followed by unwinding in the outdoor hot tub and sauna. When you combine all of this into one weekend, it becomes an truly unforgettable experience. We have absolutely no complaints. Every aspect of our stay was wonderful, and we’re already looking forward to returning. Thank you, Team Trout Point, for creating such a magical experience!

We spent 2 nights at the Inn, staying the main lodge. I can’t recommend it enough - our room was quiet and comfortable, we had two amazing, gourmet dinners, and we enjoyed a paddle board meditation experience and mushroom identifying walk with the naturalist. The outdoor hot tub is fantastic. It was too cloudy to star gaze, but I have no doubt that it’s magical. It really feels like you’re away from it all and the staff went out of their way to make us happy. We hope to return!

We ended our exploration of Nova Scotia and a week long bike ride on the Cabot Trail, Cape Breton with a two night stay here and it couldn't have been a better ending to celebrating our 49th wedding anniversary. Overall the hospitality was fabulous and the room we stayed in beautifully decorated and timeless. The food was exquisite with the chefs lamb shanks melting in our mouths and the daily pastries by Wendy having us suggest a cook book should be forthcoming! We would rush to purchase! The wait staff were also so engaging and we loved having an opportunity to talk with them a bit in-between courses. We took a 7 mile hike up to Billy's cabin in the Tobeatic Wilderness area, on a trail that was sometimes delightfully overgrown, learning about the history of the area and its flora and fauna . Our personable and informative guide, Nicola made this part of our stay extra special! We couldn't have done this hike without her! The outdoor hot tub and sauna by the river was a magical night time experience. After breakfast our last morning, we took out a canoe and explored the upper part of the river for about an hour, wishing we had more time. It was so quiet and we noticed that both on the hike and on the river we heard very few birds. Maybe concrete evidence that world wide, birds are disappearing at a rate that is beginning to be noticeable. Finally, thank you for accommodating a change in our reservations at the last minute due to a flight snafu. If we weren't so far away ( Washington State) we would return!

There are 2 different ways to arrive at the lodge. We took the more desolate route. It is about 30 - 45 minutes from the town of Shelburne along this route in which we came across two bear cubs on the road. We arrived late in the evening around 9 PM. The lodge is in the middle of the forest so you have to travel down a dirt road to reach it. We were greeted promptly with a glass of wine. The lodge is decorated nicely. We sat outside by the fire pit. It was a little buggy and it would have been nice if the citronella candle torches were lit. We wanted to use the jacuzzi but it was not available because they had cleaned it and the water was not warm enough. We went to bed around 11:30 and to our surprise our room was filled with bugs. At first, we thought they would not bother us but they flew into our mouths and landed on our body while sleeping so I kept the light on in the bathroom. This helped the problem somewhat but it was difficult to sleep with the light. In addition, there were several cobwebs in the room with spiders. Spiders build nests where there are bugs so this seems to be an issue in this room. In addition, it was hot in the room so we kept the fan on but this caused another issue - the fan kept making constant noises; keeping us awake all night. Due to the bugs and the noisy fan, it was not a tranquil night and we slept very little. In the morning, I noticed that the screens on the windows had gaps between them and the window pane, and I believe this is why there were so many bugs in the room as evident in the picture. The management told me that they are aware of these gaps. It is due to the expansion and contraction of the wood. Okay, so why isn't there a solution since we are paying so much money to stay there? A simple solution is to seal the gaps with the following: Scotch 1.88 in. x 54.6 yds. Heavy Duty Shipping Packaging Tape (3-Pack). Thus, I recommend visiting Home Depot and buy the tape if you plan to stay there so you will avoid a sleepless night. In addition, check the fan when visiting your room for the first time and request a new room if it makes noise. We never got to enjoy any of the amenities since we were so tired.