Barachois Inn

Accommodation in Rustico - Canada

Email Barachois Inn Reservations: bookcanada@madbookings.com

Welcome to the Barachois Inn! Since 1984 our family’s goal has been to achieve excellence in accommodation and service. From our humble beginnings, we have continuously worked to give guests from North America and abroad a sense of comfort, quality and belonging. For twenty-five years the Barachois Inn has operated as a family business and we are proud of this accomplishment. We hope that our past reputation for personalized service and our commitment to quality perceives us. Our family business has received numerous awards over the years due to our commitment to quality service and accommodation.

The inn is listed with Frommer’s as “An inn with a country flavor in a first class setting”. We have also been featured in Travel Holiday, “This eight room inn is pleasingly low on ribbons and straw hats, and high on art.” We have also been highlighted on the Canadian televison series Discovering Great Towns the name of the series speaks for itself.

The Barachois Inn has also received awards in tourism and heritage. The Tourism Industry Association of P.E.I. - Quality of Excellence Award and the Lieutenant Governor’s Award. As well as numerous architectural and preservation awards, we have been recognized over the years for our dedication within the tourism industry as well as our achievements in the field of Island heritage.

Barachois Inn Accommodation

Since 1984 the Barachois Inn had opened its doors to many visitors from throughout the world. Many of whom have returned to continue to experience our personalized concierge service and the quality of a five star accommodation.

The Inn consists of two main houses, the Gallant House - a historic property built in 1880 which reflects the era and is host to our main facilites, and the MacDonald House - the newest facility offering four large suites that bring a modern feel to a historic era. These two houses provide our guests with the choice of eight different styles of private accommodations. This provides an array of options for their Prince Edward Island vacation. All these choices offer a unique experience with scenic vistas over the Island's north shore, winding water ways, and the properties Victorian Garden.

We offer seasonal pricing for our guests. All the rates provided, except for those otherwise listed in the packages, are based on a double occupancy per night. Our High Season is from June 1 to September 30. Our Low Season runs from October 1 to May 31.

We recommend reservations during all seasons.

The Gallant House
The Historic Gallant House whispers of an era gone past where a simpler time of Prince Edward's Island rich history is reflected in every detail. The host of the main facilities that the Barachois Inn offers, the Gallant House is equipped with the main dining area, parlours and four suites.

There are two sitting areas are offered to all guest of the Barachois Inn. Large wing chairs with footstools allow you to sit back, relax, and perhaps chat with other guests of the Inn from around the world. Evening snacks or beverages are offered upon request and there is no better place to sit back and enjoy a cup o' tea with a biscuit. Books by a variety of authors, including some of the finest PEI literature, are available for guests to borrow. If the spirit moves you, feel free to play a tune on our Circa 1890 Parlour Grand Piano.

Breakfast is served daily here in the dining room, offering guests a choice of select seasonal breakfasts and refreshments. Our guests may use the dining room at their leisure, for activities, meals, get-togethers and games. The accomodations are all on the second and third floor of this building, offering guests a spectacular panoramic vista of the Island's North Shore and winding waterways.

Victorian Deluxe Room #1
Everytime we show new guests to this second floor room, their first reaction is always, "WOW, what a bed!" Located on the second level, this room offers a view of historic St. Augustine's Church, built in 1838, with the seaside off in the distance.

The room features a queen size, walnut, four poster, canopy bed circa 1840, beautifully hand carved, truly a masterpiece of craftsmanship. The room offers Victorian sitting chairs, an exquisite armoire and chest of drawers. The large and luxurious bath offers an air massage tub for two, corner glass shower and a double vanity.

Victorian Deluxe Room # 2
Located on the second level. This suite offers the best view of our historic community and seaside. Elegant queen four poster bed with reading chairs. The bath is spacious boasting a six foot Victorian slipper tub, antique cheval dressing mirror, glass walk-in shower and pedestal sink.

Victorian Traditional Room # 3
Located on the third level. This room is most representative of the Victorian era. It has a mansard roof with dormer windows which look over the beautiful landscape of Rustico. A queen mahogany sleigh bed is accompanied by a Victorian writing desk and dressing vanity. A wicker chair sits in the corner so you can read or relax. The bath consists of walk in shower, Victorian pedestal sink and Claw Foot Victorian Soaker Tub.

Victorian Traditional Room # 4
Located on the third level of the Gallant House, this cosy Victorian Suite has Dormer windows, and is tucked away under the eaves of the Mansard Roof. The Suite overlooks the historic St. Augustine's Church, built in 1838, the Farmers' Bank of Rustico Museum, c 1867, and the Inn's Victorian garden.

The Suite features an exquisite antique Double Bed made of Elm wood and decorated with Walnut wood carvings. An adjoining Sitting Room with a single Victorian Wrought Iron Bed is ideally suited for two adults or a family travelling with a child. The Sitting Room also features a Victorian Settee and Chairs, and an Antique dresser/writing desk. The Suite has an ensuite three piece bath with a large shower, no tub.

Includes Five Star Amenities (snacks and beverages available upon request). June 1 - September 30.

MacDonald House
The newest building on our property, the MacDonald House offers a modern take on a rich history of Victorian architecture. The careful planning went into every detail of this house to meet your expectation and cater to the comforts you would only expect from a five star accommodation.

This two-storey house consists of a common area and four full service suites that offer beautiful veranda views and cozy fireplaces.

Premium Suite # 5
Located on the first level of the MacDonald House, this is the preferred suite for special occassions - a honeymoon, an anniversary or any good reason for taking time to renew a relationship. This premium suite offers wonderful views of Rustico Bay, the Dunes of Robinson's Island, the rolling green hills, and the Inn's Victorian garden.

The queen size Wrought Iron Canopy bed, is a replica of a bed owned by Ernest Hemmingway. The accommodation is large and luxurious (570 sq. ft); an open concept suite with a sitting area, fireplace, comfortable arm hair with ottoman and a sofa which can be made into a double bed for those travelling with families.

This suite also has a private balcony so you can enjoy the stunning view with privacy. The suite has an area to dine and a kitchenette equipped with a fridge, microwave, dishes, etc., to prepare small meals and snacks. The large and luxurious ensuite bath includes an air massage tub for two, glass walk in shower and a pedestal sink.

Premium Suite # 6
Located on the first level of the MacDonald House, this Premium Suite offers a view of Historic Rustico and the beautiful rolling green hills. This large and luxurious suite (570 sq. ft.) is an open concept and features a beautiful hand crafted queen size Sleigh Bed. The Suite has a sitting area, fireplace, a comfortable arm chair with ottoman and a sofa which can be made into a double bed for those travelling families. This suite also has a private deck for you to enjoy.

The Suite has an area to dine and a kitchenette to prepare small meals and snacks. The large and luxurious ensuite bath includes a six foot air massage tub, walk in/ wheel in shower and a pedestal sink.

This Suite is accessible; is a wonderful accommodation for anyone as well as for those who need to have accessible accommodation.

Luxury Suite # 7
Located on the second floor of the MacDonald House, this luxury suite offers a view of Rustico Bay, the Dunes of Robinson's Island, Prince Edward Island National Park; the Historic St. Augustine's Church, opened in 1838, the oldest Catholic Church on PEI; and the beautiful rolling green hills.

This large and luxurious suite (520 sq.ft.) with an open concept features a queen size Poster bed, handcrafted on PEI., a sitting area with a fireplace; comfortable arm chair with ottoman, along with a sofa which can be made into a double bed for those travelling with families. This suite also has a balcony facing west, so you can enjoy the spectular PEI sunsets.

The Suite has an area to dine and a kitchenette equipped with a bar fridge, microwave, dishes, etc., to prepare small meals and snacks. The luxurious ensuite bath includes a six foot air massage tub, a corner glass walk in shower and a pedestal sink.

Luxury Suite # 8
Located on the second floor of the MacDonald House, this spacious 520 square foot luxury suite offers a view of Rustico Bay and the Dunes of the Robinson's Island, Prince Edward Island National Park, and the beautiful rolling green hills. The Suite features a queen size Four Poster bed in an open concept suite with a sitting area, fireplace, comfortable chair with ottoman and a sofa which can be made into a double bed for those travelling with families.

This Suite also has a balcony facing west to enjoy the spectular sunsets. The Suite has an area to dine and a kitchenette equipped with a bar fridge, microwave, dishes, etc., to prepare small meals and snacks. The luxurious ensuite bath includes a six foot air massage tub, glass walk in shower and a pedestal sink.

About Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island is Canada's smallest and greenest province. Cradled on the waves of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the Island is known for the vivid colours of its gently rolling landscape. Prince Edward Island is surrounded by miles of crystal sandy beaches and red sandstone cliffs and is sized just right for touring. Visitors to the Island return home not only relaxed and refreshed - they often claim to have been transformed...so come and join us.

Island Fact:- No place in the province is more than 16 km (10 mi) from the sea. The Island was discovered by Jacques Cartier in 1534. The French called the land Ile Saint- Jean while to the British the Island was known as St. John's Island. The Island renamed itself "Prince Edward", in honour of Edward, Duke of Kent (father of Queen Victoria) in 1799.

Population - 138,000
Cities - Charlottetown and Summerside
Time Zone - Atlantic
Soil - Red, due to iron oxide which rusts on exposure to air
Land Area - 280 km (175 miles) from tip to tip. Total land area 5,656 sq km (2,184 sq mi) The Island Hymn was written by Lucy Maud Montgomery in the spring of 1908.
Major industries - agriculture, tourism, fisheries
Daily Newspapers - The Guardian, Journal Pioneer.

Inn History
Rustico is one of the oldest communities established in "La Nouvelle Acadie" following the Treaty of Paris in 1763 and is the oldest Acadian settlement in Prince Edward Island. From the cradle of this contemporary "L'Acadie de L'Ile", bordering on Rustico Bay and the National Park of Prince Edward Island, visitors may see numerous buildings and dwellings which together serve as a legacy of the past and commemorate the determination and ingenuity of the Acadians. The Famers' Bank of Rustico, a national Historic Site, houses exibits of the early days of the Rustico Acadians.

There are eight major historic sites that are within walking distance from the Barachois Inn. They are the Farmers' Bank, The Doucette House, St. Augustine's Church, The Pioneer Cemetery, St. Mark's Anglican Church, Belcourt Centre, Our Inn and Clifford's Lane.

The Barachois Inn is nestled in this historic community. It presents a prominent Mansard roof, characteristic of the "Empire" style houses of the era. The original house (now the Gallant House) was built in 1880 by one of the areas most succcesful merhants, Joseph Gallant.

Directions from the Charlottetown Airport, Prince Edward Island
* Approximate total driving time from Charlottetown Airport to the Barachois Inn in Rustico is approximately 20 minutes. (maximum)*

When leaving the airport turn right on to Rte #15, heading North. Follow Rte# 15 for approximately 15 minutes until you enter the community of Brackley Beach. At this community you will turn left onto Rte# 6 off of Rte# 15. A large white lighthouse will be at the corner of this intersection. Another good landmark to look for!

Keep on Rte# 6, otherwise known as the Rustico Road, by turning to your right at the Oyster Bed Bridge four-way intersection.
By staying on Rte# 6, you will now be entering the community of Rustico. When you see a store/gas station by the name of Gallant’s on your left, you will be at another four-way intersection. Please turn to the right at this intersection onto Rte# 243 or otherwise known as the Church Road. We are located at the top of the hill directly across from the St. Augustine Church.

Directions from the Confederation Bridge to the Barachois Inn
After crossing the bridge, you will automatically be on Rte #1. Please follow for 2-3 minutes until you see an exit for the town of Summerside, Rte#1A. Please take this exit and drive for another 5 to 10 minutes. From Rte#1A, please turn right onto Rte#225 look for the town of Kinkora or Shamrock. Follow Rte#225 for 15 to 20 minutes. After Rte#225, please turn left onto Rte#13. Look for the town of Hunter River or Cavendish.

Once in Hunter River, go directly straight through a four-way intersection. You will still be on Rte #13. 1000 feet, past this intersection, there will be a road on the right, Rte#251. Please take this road. Look for the community of Wheatley River. At the end of Rte#251, turn right by the church onto Rte#224. Please follow for approx. 1 minute.

Off Rte#224, turn to the first left onto Rte#243. This will be the route that will take you directly to the Barachois Inn. Follow Rte#243 to a four-way intersection. Go directly straight to the top of the hill. We are across the street form the St. Augustine Church. It is a large white church that can be seen for miles.

Directions From Wood Island Ferry to the Barachois Inn
*Approximate total driving time from Woods Island Ferry terminal to the Barachois Inn in Rustico is 1 hour and 40 minutes. (maximum)*

After disembarking from the ferry you will automatically be on Rte# 1, the Trans Canada Highway. Head west towards Charlottetown. (40 minutes)

Upon crossing the Hillsborough Bridge on the outskirts of the city of Charlottetown, you will turn right remaining on Rte# 1 otherwise known as Riverside Drive. At the intersection of Rte#1 and Rte#15, turn right onto Rte#15 otherwise known as the Brackley Point Road. You should now be heading north on #15. The Charlottetown Airport is a good landmark to look for!

Follow Rte# 15 for approximately 15 minutes until you enter the community of Brackley Beach. At this community you will turn left onto Rte# 6 off of Rte# 15. A large white lighthouse will be at the corner of this intersection. Another good landmark to look for!

Keep on Rte# 6, otherwise known as the Rustico Road, by turning to your right at the Oyster Bed Bridge four-way intersection.
By staying on Rte# 6, you will now be entering the community of Rustico. When you see a store/gas station by the name of Gallant’s on your left, you will be at another four-way intersection. Please turn to the right at this intersection onto Rte# 243 or otherwise known as the Church Road. We are located at the top of the hill directly across from the St. Augustine Church.

Our family was born and raised on Prince Edward Island. We have an intimate knowledge and a feel for the Island at its best. Your vacation is our priority. We may have our strongest roots from the old countries but we are unique onto ourselves. Musicians, dancers and artisans, whether you are five or ninety-five years old it is here for you to experience. Come and visit our special place and come enjoy the “ Barachois Experience”.

Email Barachois Inn Reservations: bookcanada@madbookings.com