Mabou is known for its music, scenery, and hospitality. Whether you come for the culture of music and dance, to hike or bike the trails, or just to relax, you’ll have an experience you won’t soon forget.

Discover warm, welcoming coastal communities woven together by musical tradition and shaped by song, strings and sometimes even the spoons. Set along the Island’s western coast, it’s home to world-class fiddlers, whole clans of musicians, folk artists and inspiring landscapes. You won’t just hear it, you’ll see, taste it, and be moved by its warmth.
Experience the enchanting beauty of nature by joining us for a guided walk in the woods at Twisted Roots Farm. Walk alongside our herd of goats as we…
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Learn MoreWhile this coast is certainly musically inclined you can’t forget that it is still a magnificent Cape Breton coastline. With everything from championship greens, to epic whale-watching tours, the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail, and more you will not be disappointed.
5 Places to Square Dance with Locals
Canada’s Musical Coast has more square dances than stop signs! Jump into the action and take in some live Celtic music as the family square dance. Mix & mingle with locals that are keen to teach you the ways of a long-standing family tradition. Step your way to meeting you new friends and lasting memories as you dance the night away.
Relax at our 4½ star lakefront cottages! Enjoy free kayak, canoe and paddleboard rentals for ultimate lake adventures. Perfect getaway for water enthusiasts!
Your 3-hour rental allows time to cycle along the Southwest Mabou River and through the village of Mabou with breathtaking views of the Harbour. Continuing up the Mabou River to Glendyre and back.
Relax and unwind in one of our four season, pet friendly cottages or glamping tents. Nestled among the trees between the rolling waves of the Atlantic Ocean and the stunning mountain range.
Meet us on the mat this summer for sunset yoga! Relax and unwind with us where water meets green space, cliffside and fireside. Yoga mats provided.
2024 marks the 30th year of the Granville Green concert series in Port Hawkesbury! This free, family-friendly, alcohol-free event runs Sundays at 7pm from July 7 to August 11, showcasing local and Can
Steps away from the Atlantic Ocean stands Lantern Hill & Hollow, an enchanting beach house on a hill overlooking its own charming seaside village of beachfront cottages nestled in the hollow below.