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
rentals@sandylanevacations.com
www.sandylanevacations.com


Guest Testimonials

Great accommodations
We stayed at this wonderful place for a week and made beautiful memories! We found this Castaway Ocean Lodge surfing the web and the service we received from Sandy Lane Vacations was great. It was a memorable moment when we drove up the lane and saw the cottage for the first time with the ocean as it's background…it truly was a jaw dropping moment for us all. What a treat…this cottage has all the conveniences of a home away from home and then some. We really enjoyed the hot tub and fireplace at the end of the day, it was great to be able to relax after long hikes. The location is perfect for nature lovers and the peaceful surroundings soothes the nerves, thus it was with much regret we had to pack up and head back home. Really enjoyed our stay and definitely worthy of a return trip in the near future.
 
Middleton
 2012
We had a restful and relaxing holiday at the cottage.  Shelburne is such a pretty spot... We wish we could stay longer.
J. Brown
Toronto, ON, 2008
 By far one of the best cottages ever rented. We stayed Labor Day weekend and it was an absolutely dream. The weather was perfect. We got to enjoy the beach most days and the evenings were perfect weather for the hot tub and sauna. We knew at the time of booking we would love Beach Heaven. The kitchen was fully stocked with every utensil/pot/pan you would need. There were things we forgot to bring and they had it there! The detail they’ve put into this place truly made our stay amazing. We will for sure be back :)
Andrea
 Halifax, Canada, 2020
We arrive here after a long drive. Francis Louis House is lovely and romantic; made us feel extremely happy and we rested very quickly before running down to the beach. When we got to the water, we were amazed that the sand actually is white! We looked around and we knew that we had found the perfect vacation spot. A little into our visit we wondered why people were crazy about the Bahamas and no so fanatic about Canada's hidden paradise. For the last three nights, we made bonfires and cooked our dinners on the beach. The coals looked like the sky's stars and the sound of the waves made it seem too good to be true. We really enjoyed our stay.
Christian, Ruth, Melchoir, Nova & Fiona
New York, 2010

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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