Our Pictou County Guidebook
Food scene
Check out the popular local style of pizza at one of the Acropole locations in the county. They use a spicy sauce that is unique to Pictou County. Check out the “combo” pizza or other Maritime favorites including Garlic fingers or a donair with our sweet sauce.
Acropole Pub & Grill
1832 North Main StreetCheck out the popular local style of pizza at one of the Acropole locations in the county. They use a spicy sauce that is unique to Pictou County. Check out the “combo” pizza or other Maritime favorites including Garlic fingers or a donair with our sweet sauce.
A great place to try some locally made spirits and beer and catch some live music! We recommend the nachos. Check out their social media page for the live music lineup.
Blue Lobster Public House
230 South Foord StreetA great place to try some locally made spirits and beer and catch some live music! We recommend the nachos. Check out their social media page for the live music lineup.
Great Chinese takeout to take back to the Airbnb. We order from here a couple times per year and always enjoy it.
Lin's Takeout Restaurant
1785 North Main StreetGreat Chinese takeout to take back to the Airbnb. We order from here a couple times per year and always enjoy it.
We would recommend Tilley’s as a top choice for excellent food with great service and a cozy ambiance. This would be a great spot for a special occasion or date night.
Tilly's Kitchen
We would recommend Tilley’s as a top choice for excellent food with great service and a cozy ambiance. This would be a great spot for a special occasion or date night.
Delivers to our place! This is the only restaurant we are aware of that will deliver to our cottage. They serve local, "Pictou County" style pizza.
Pictou County Pizza
814 Granton Abercrombie RdDelivers to our place! This is the only restaurant we are aware of that will deliver to our cottage. They serve local, "Pictou County" style pizza.
Groceries
Good location to pick up necessities,or purchase alcohol on holidays when other stores are closed.
John's Country Canteen
3318 NS-4Good location to pick up necessities,or purchase alcohol on holidays when other stores are closed.
The Whistleberry is our go to for local meat and produce. We recommend their ground beef and sausages in particular. They also have a restaurant and sell locally made preserves and crafts.
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Whistleberry Market
1115 Pleasant Valley RdThe Whistleberry is our go to for local meat and produce. We recommend their ground beef and sausages in particular. They also have a restaurant and sell locally made preserves and crafts.
Convenient grocery store 5 minute drive away from the Airbnb
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Sobeys Pictou
239 W River RdConvenient grocery store 5 minute drive away from the Airbnb
Atlantic Superstore
394 Westville RdLarger grocery store to stock up for your trip
Check out the local Farmers Market on Saturday mornings for food and products by local vendors. Check out their website for the most up to date hours.
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New Glasgow Farmers Market
261 Glasgow StCheck out the local Farmers Market on Saturday mornings for food and products by local vendors. Check out their website for the most up to date hours.
The NSLC is the place to buy alcohol in Nova Scotia. Some locations also sell cannabis products (no smoking inside the Airbnb is permitted).
NSLC
610 E River RdThe NSLC is the place to buy alcohol in Nova Scotia. Some locations also sell cannabis products (no smoking inside the Airbnb is permitted).
Sightseeing
We think this is one of the nicest local beaches. Nice place to check out on a warm day or for a walk!
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Melmerby Beach NS
We think this is one of the nicest local beaches. Nice place to check out on a warm day or for a walk!
Nice place for a walk, stopping in for lunch, or sitting out on the dock. There is also a walking trail along the waterfront.
Water Street
Water StreetNice place for a walk, stopping in for lunch, or sitting out on the dock. There is also a walking trail along the waterfront.
Check out this trail just down the road from our Airbnb for a scenic walk: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/canada/nova-scotia/pump-house-trail?ref=result-card
Pump House Road
Pump House RoadCheck out this trail just down the road from our Airbnb for a scenic walk: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/canada/nova-scotia/pump-house-trail?ref=result-card
Scenic lookoff with views of the ocean and forests of Pictou County
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Green Hill Provincial Park
209 Dan Fraser RdScenic lookoff with views of the ocean and forests of Pictou County
Jitney Trail
Jitney TrailEasy walking trail in Pictou
Sandy beach near the ferry to PEI.
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Caribou/Munroes Island Provincial Park
2119 Three Brooks RdSandy beach near the ferry to PEI.
Trenton Park has a public swimming pool, walking trails, and other amenities. Check out their website for hours and details.
Trenton Park Pool
Trenton Park has a public swimming pool, walking trails, and other amenities. Check out their website for hours and details.
Movie Theatres
Highland Drive-In Theatre
159 Truro RoadLocal Drive in movie theatre! They usually show 2 movies per night.
Traditional movie theatre. Great for a rainy day.
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Cineplex Cinemas New Glasgow
612 E River RdTraditional movie theatre. Great for a rainy day.
Golf
This is the nicest course in the area. 10 minutes from our place. Great for more seasoned golfers (or those who want to play on a real course). They have drive carts and club rentals. We recommend calling ahead for a reservation.
Abercrombie Country Club
This is the nicest course in the area. 10 minutes from our place. Great for more seasoned golfers (or those who want to play on a real course). They have drive carts and club rentals. We recommend calling ahead for a reservation.
Par 3 Course and driving range 5 minutes from the Airbnb. Best suited for new golfers or families. Prices are very affordable.
Eagles Chance Golf
Par 3 Course and driving range 5 minutes from the Airbnb. Best suited for new golfers or families. Prices are very affordable.