Getting to Nova Scotia by land air or sea
Getting to Nova Scotia by land air or sea


Sandy Lane
Vacation Rentals
135 Water St
Shelburne, Nova Scotia
B0T 1W0 Canada

tel: 1 902 875 2729
toll-free: 1 800 646 1577
[email protected]
www.sandylanevacations.com


Guest Testimonials

We had beautiful weather 6 out of 7 days. We enjoyed the beautifully private beach as well as this gorgeous cottage. We all felt at home immediately and feel relaxed and happy after our week at Francis Louis House.
Wain Family
New Brunswick, 2009
What an amazing little Shangrila in the Port Joli Basin. Thank you for a wonderful holiday. We were awestruck with the picture postcard perfect scenery in and around Port Joli. What a bonus to have a fully stocked kitchen and library and a deck to take in the sounds of the ocean. We also witnessed the majestic bald eagle soar over head; truly unforgetable.  We'll be sure to tell our family and friends back home what a great place the  Francis Louis House is.
G. and S. Demers
AB, 2010
Thank-you for sharing this peaceful spot.  We had a wonderful week here.
E. Schainker
Cambridge, MA, 2010
We're both architects so it was a particular pleasure  to stay in a cottage that we had seen published.  Its beautiful - we wish more people were building contemporary cottages, and the site is gorgeous!
P. Milne
Toronto, ON, 2007

Getting Here

As a travel destination, Southwestern Nova Scotia has something for everyone:  historic importance, outdoor adventure, spectacular scenery, stunning beaches, divine seafood, iconic lighthouses, quirky festivals, unique cultural events and an uncomplicated lifestyle that balances work and family, with fun and friends.

By Land, By Air or By Sea ... It Is Easy To Get Here!

Check out the links below for the different options for traveling to Nova Scotia.  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email us.



By Land:

Nova Scotia is connected to the rest of North America by the Trans Canada Highway that enters the province via New Brunswick.

By Air:

The Halifax International Airport is the Atlantic Canadian hub for all domestic, regional and international services.   Scheduled air service into Nova Scotia is available from all major Canadian cities, from all major cities in the United States through connecting hubs at Boston and Newark, and from major European cities through the connecting hub at London. In addition, scheduled charter services are available linking Nova Scotia with many Canadian and European cities.  Visit FlyHalifax.com to view a list of airlines providing flight options to Halifax.

By Sea:

There are 4 car ferries services that connect Nova Scotia to Canada and the USA. 

Arrival By Sea from Portland, USA
Nova Star Cruises: This ferry travels from Portland, Maine, to/from Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. The service starts up in May 2014. 
NOTE: Yarmouth is approximately 60 miles / 95 km or a 1 hour drive to Shelburne

Arrival By Sea from Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
Bay Ferries: This ferry travels from Saint John, New Brunswick, to/from Digby, Nova Scotia. Daily year-round service with additional service from mid-June to September. Tickets must be picked up one hour before sailing.  Reservations are recommended.
NOTE: Digby is approximately 125 miles / 200 km or 2.5 hours drive to Shelburne

Arrival by Sea from Newfoundland, Canada
Marine Atlantic Reservations:  This ferry travels from Port-aux-Basques, Newfoundland, to/from North Sydney, Nova Scotia.  Daily year-round service with additional service from mid-June to September. Tickets must be picked up one hour before sailing.  Reservations are recommended.
NOTE:  North Sydney is approximately 400 miles / 644 km or 7 hours drive to Shelburne

Arrival By Sea From Prince Edward Island, Canada
Northumberland Ferries Ltd.:  This ferry offers daily service from May 1 to December from Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island, to Caribou, Nova Scotia.
NOTE: Caribou is approximately 240 miles / 390 km or 4.5 hours drive to Shelburne


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