Kristine’s guidebook

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Kristine’s guidebook

Sightseeing

Graves Island is a quick paddleboard, run, or drive from the property. It has a picnic area, campsites, hiking and biking trails, and a small beach area, perfect for a sunny day!
Graves Island
Graves Island is a quick paddleboard, run, or drive from the property. It has a picnic area, campsites, hiking and biking trails, and a small beach area, perfect for a sunny day!
In the beautiful town of Lunenberg, Bayswater beach includes a picnic area, food trucks, change rooms, toilets, outdoor BBQ grills, and of course white sand and warm waters! It's only a 20-minute drive (or 24-km bike) from the property, making it the perfect way to spend a sunny day! Make sure to check out the town of Lunenberg with amazing Nova Scotian restaurants, cafes, and boutiques.
29 locals recommend
Bayswater Beach Provincial Park
4015 NS-329
29 locals recommend
In the beautiful town of Lunenberg, Bayswater beach includes a picnic area, food trucks, change rooms, toilets, outdoor BBQ grills, and of course white sand and warm waters! It's only a 20-minute drive (or 24-km bike) from the property, making it the perfect way to spend a sunny day! Make sure to check out the town of Lunenberg with amazing Nova Scotian restaurants, cafes, and boutiques.
The Kayak Shack offers rentable kayaks for your use around Chester Harbour. A lovely way to explore Chester!
9 locals recommend
The Kayak Shack
106 Duke St
9 locals recommend
The Kayak Shack offers rentable kayaks for your use around Chester Harbour. A lovely way to explore Chester!
Enjoy local bands, theatre, comedy and more at this cozy playhouse in the heart of Chester. A great way to spend an evening!
23 locals recommend
Chester Playhouse
22 Pleasant St
23 locals recommend
Enjoy local bands, theatre, comedy and more at this cozy playhouse in the heart of Chester. A great way to spend an evening!

Neighbourhoods

Scotch Cove Retreat is home to the beautiful town of Chester NS. Just a few minutes away in the heart of Chester are fabulous local restaurants and cafes, boutiques, local yacht club and playhouse, museums, and beaches. Friendly locals, Nova Scotian architecture and ocean views make Chester the perfect vacation spot!
72 locals recommend
Chester
72 locals recommend
Scotch Cove Retreat is home to the beautiful town of Chester NS. Just a few minutes away in the heart of Chester are fabulous local restaurants and cafes, boutiques, local yacht club and playhouse, museums, and beaches. Friendly locals, Nova Scotian architecture and ocean views make Chester the perfect vacation spot!
Lunenberg is a must-see! Home to sandy beaches, colourful structures, and the best seafood and local cafes. There's lots to do in Lunenberg, about a 30-minute drive from Scotch Cove.
247 locals recommend
Lunenburg
247 locals recommend
Lunenberg is a must-see! Home to sandy beaches, colourful structures, and the best seafood and local cafes. There's lots to do in Lunenberg, about a 30-minute drive from Scotch Cove.
Halifax is Nova Scotia's major city, 45 minutes from Scotch Cove. This coastal city includes major shopping, hundreds of restaurants, and lots to do!
107 locals recommend
Halifax
107 locals recommend
Halifax is Nova Scotia's major city, 45 minutes from Scotch Cove. This coastal city includes major shopping, hundreds of restaurants, and lots to do!

Food scene

The Rope Loft is a pub-style restaurant, enjoy some wonderful seafood overlooking Chester Harbour
36 locals recommend
The Rope Loft
36 Water St
36 locals recommend
The Rope Loft is a pub-style restaurant, enjoy some wonderful seafood overlooking Chester Harbour
The Kiwi Cafe serves a delicious breakfast, lunch, and snack. Make sure to check it out, located minutes away from Scotch Cove.
44 locals recommend
The Kiwi Cafe
19 Pleasant St
44 locals recommend
The Kiwi Cafe serves a delicious breakfast, lunch, and snack. Make sure to check it out, located minutes away from Scotch Cove.

City advice

Getting around

There is little available public transportation in Chester

Few busses run through the small town of Chester. The easiest way to get around is by car, but the town is also nice to walk or bike through.
What to pack

What to bring

Summertime packing: swimwear, comfy sneakers, bikes, and water equipment like canoes or kayaks. Wintertime packing: warm layers, sleds, cross-country skis, or snowshoes.