Local Restaurants to Check Out
Fresh seafood is served at this scenic waterfront restaurant typically from mid-June through the end of September. The oldest lighthouse on PEI is steps away. Dress accordingly as most seatings are outdoor. Kitchen open from noon to 6:30 PM. Reservations Recommended & Walk-Ins Welcomed.
https://www.chowderhouse.online/
56 locals recommend
Point Prim Chowder House and Oyster Bar
2150 Point Prim RdFresh seafood is served at this scenic waterfront restaurant typically from mid-June through the end of September. The oldest lighthouse on PEI is steps away. Dress accordingly as most seatings are outdoor. Kitchen open from noon to 6:30 PM. Reservations Recommended & Walk-Ins Welcomed.
https://www.chowderhouse.online/
Delicious food and sizable portions.
Market/Corn Maze open Sat-Sun from 11am-7pm
BBQ Pit open Fri-Sun 12pm-8pm
9 locals recommend
The Chuckwagon Farm Market and Belfast Corn Maze
5265 Trans-Canada HwyDelicious food and sizable portions.
Market/Corn Maze open Sat-Sun from 11am-7pm
BBQ Pit open Fri-Sun 12pm-8pm
This cafe is popular with locals. The European quality pastries are amazing as well as their lattes. This cozy spot serves delicious breakfast and lunch.
Hours: M-F 6:30am-2:30pm; Sat-Sun 9am-3pm
Country Taste Kitchen and Bakery
5315 Trans-Canada HwyThis cafe is popular with locals. The European quality pastries are amazing as well as their lattes. This cozy spot serves delicious breakfast and lunch.
Hours: M-F 6:30am-2:30pm; Sat-Sun 9am-3pm
Capital of PEI - Charlottetown - 40 minutes Away
Charlottetown is 40 minutes from the Beachfront Point Prim Cottage. The city has a robust selection of restaurants, cafes, local markets, and artisanal shops. The weekly Charlottetown Farmers’ Market on Saturdays (and Wednesdays in the summer), open 9am-2pm, is a popular spot for people to buy fresh food from local producers. Victoria Row, located on Richmond Street between Queen and Great George Streets, is a pedestrian walkway with restaurants, cafes and shops. It’s an entertaining place for “people watching” and listening to live music during the summer. The Confederation Centre of the Arts offers a variety of special events, art exhibitions, theatre shows, walking tours, and educational programs year round. Peakes Quay Marina is a bustling area to shop (for souvenirs), dine and enjoy live music, performed on their outdoor stage as part of the Live Music Waterfront Series. Visitors enjoy cocktails, pizzas, gourmet burgers, and spectacular views at this floating restaurant, Nimrods Burger Hut. Another notable restaurant is Sims Corner Steakhouse & Oyster Bar, which uses local produce from a farm in Belfast.
Website: https://www.discovercharlottetown.com
82 locals recommend
Charlottetown
Charlottetown is 40 minutes from the Beachfront Point Prim Cottage. The city has a robust selection of restaurants, cafes, local markets, and artisanal shops. The weekly Charlottetown Farmers’ Market on Saturdays (and Wednesdays in the summer), open 9am-2pm, is a popular spot for people to buy fresh food from local producers. Victoria Row, located on Richmond Street between Queen and Great George Streets, is a pedestrian walkway with restaurants, cafes and shops. It’s an entertaining place for “people watching” and listening to live music during the summer. The Confederation Centre of the Arts offers a variety of special events, art exhibitions, theatre shows, walking tours, and educational programs year round. Peakes Quay Marina is a bustling area to shop (for souvenirs), dine and enjoy live music, performed on their outdoor stage as part of the Live Music Waterfront Series. Visitors enjoy cocktails, pizzas, gourmet burgers, and spectacular views at this floating restaurant, Nimrods Burger Hut. Another notable restaurant is Sims Corner Steakhouse & Oyster Bar, which uses local produce from a farm in Belfast.
Website: https://www.discovercharlottetown.com
Golf
Enjoy a scenic round of golf or swim in their salt water pool. The views are amazing here.
16 locals recommend
Belfast Highland Greens
138 Selkirk Park RdEnjoy a scenic round of golf or swim in their salt water pool. The views are amazing here.
For serious golfers, Crowbush is a "must" play course. It is rated 4.5 stars by Golf Digest.
30 locals recommend
Links At Crowbush Cove
710 Lakeside RdFor serious golfers, Crowbush is a "must" play course. It is rated 4.5 stars by Golf Digest.
Dundarave Golf Course
North Royalty RoadAnother favorite for golfers is Dundarave.
Avondale Golf Course
586 Avondale RoadA favorite of locals, 30 minutes from the Cottage.
Sightseeing
This is the oldest lighthouse on PEI. Open daily June 19th through Labour Day, 10am-6pm. Tours are available for $5.
https://pointprimlighthouse.com
33 locals recommend
Point Prim Lighthouse
2147 Point Prim RdThis is the oldest lighthouse on PEI. Open daily June 19th through Labour Day, 10am-6pm. Tours are available for $5.
https://pointprimlighthouse.com
If you're a fan of Lucy Maud Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables, this museum is fun to visit.
https://www.annemuseum.com/index.php
46 locals recommend
Anne of Green Gables Museum at Silver Bush
20 Park Corner LnIf you're a fan of Lucy Maud Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables, this museum is fun to visit.
https://www.annemuseum.com/index.php
There are extensive network of walking trails and boardwalks, including 20 kilometres of paved multi-use trail for cyclists, hikers and runners. The trail takes you through varied coastal terrain, from saltwater marsh to Acadian forest.
https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/pe/pei-ipe/activ/natation-swim
43 locals recommend
Prince Edward Island National Park
41 Dalvay CrescentThere are extensive network of walking trails and boardwalks, including 20 kilometres of paved multi-use trail for cyclists, hikers and runners. The trail takes you through varied coastal terrain, from saltwater marsh to Acadian forest.
https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/pe/pei-ipe/activ/natation-swim
Built on a decommissioned railway line, the main trail runs 273 kilometres from Tignish (East) to Elmira (West). Branch trails run through both small towns and Charlottetown. It is suitable for all fitness levels, and is best explored on foot or on bikes. Please visit the PEI Tourism website for the Confederation Trail Guide and Map. Iona / Belle River is the closest access point to the main trail.
https://www.tourismpei.com/what-to-do/outdoor-activities/confederation-trail
Confederation Trail
Confederation TrailBuilt on a decommissioned railway line, the main trail runs 273 kilometres from Tignish (East) to Elmira (West). Branch trails run through both small towns and Charlottetown. It is suitable for all fitness levels, and is best explored on foot or on bikes. Please visit the PEI Tourism website for the Confederation Trail Guide and Map. Iona / Belle River is the closest access point to the main trail.
https://www.tourismpei.com/what-to-do/outdoor-activities/confederation-trail
Rossignol is the first commercial winery in PEI, This ecologically friendly winery produces premium fruit and table wines from local produce. The wine is aged in 100% oak barrels, elevating its taste profile. Rossignol is known for its Pinot Noir, Marechal Foch, Seyval Blanc, and Strawberry Rhubarb wines. Their wine is sold throughout Canada.
Hours: Everyday 12pm-5pm
http://www.rossignolwinery.com/index.html
18 locals recommend
Rossignol Estate Winery
11147 Shore RdRossignol is the first commercial winery in PEI, This ecologically friendly winery produces premium fruit and table wines from local produce. The wine is aged in 100% oak barrels, elevating its taste profile. Rossignol is known for its Pinot Noir, Marechal Foch, Seyval Blanc, and Strawberry Rhubarb wines. Their wine is sold throughout Canada.
Hours: Everyday 12pm-5pm
http://www.rossignolwinery.com/index.html
Transport yourself back to a 1890s farming community on PEI. Visit the PEI Agricultural Museum, visit a working blacksmith shop, picnic by the old schoolhouse and stroll through the beautiful gardens.
Open: June, September & October 8:30am-4:30pm M-F
July & August 8:30am-4:30pm Daily
Anna’s Tea Room in Orwell Corner Community Hall
Open: 9:30am-4:30pm Daily in the Summer (Cash Only)
https://www.peimuseum.ca/visit/orwell-corner-historic-village
24 locals recommend
Orwell Corner Historic Village
Transport yourself back to a 1890s farming community on PEI. Visit the PEI Agricultural Museum, visit a working blacksmith shop, picnic by the old schoolhouse and stroll through the beautiful gardens.
Open: June, September & October 8:30am-4:30pm M-F
July & August 8:30am-4:30pm Daily
Anna’s Tea Room in Orwell Corner Community Hall
Open: 9:30am-4:30pm Daily in the Summer (Cash Only)
https://www.peimuseum.ca/visit/orwell-corner-historic-village
The Wood Island Lighthouse and Museum is located near the Wood Island Ferry and Northumberland Provincial Park. Wood Island Lighthouse was the historical gateway to Eastern PEI. Tours are held during the summer.
Opening mid-June 2022; Hours 9:00am-5:30pm (Tours: 9:30-4:30pm)
https://woodislands.ca/wood-islands-lighthouse/
18 locals recommend
Wood Islands Lighthouse
173 Lighthouse RdThe Wood Island Lighthouse and Museum is located near the Wood Island Ferry and Northumberland Provincial Park. Wood Island Lighthouse was the historical gateway to Eastern PEI. Tours are held during the summer.
Opening mid-June 2022; Hours 9:00am-5:30pm (Tours: 9:30-4:30pm)
https://woodislands.ca/wood-islands-lighthouse/
Penny’s is the closest “pick your own strawberries” farm to the cottage. Penny’s grows strawberries, sweet corn, and Irish cobblers (potatoes). They permit you to pick strawberries by the pound or you may pre-order your box of picked strawberries. Open Seasonally in July.
Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:00pm, Saturdays 8:00am-4:00pm
Call for more information +1 902-659-2936
For more information on Pick Your Own Farms in Queens County, please visit this website:
https://www.pickyourown.org/CNPE.htm
Penny's Farm and Garden
5145 Prince Edward Island 1Penny’s is the closest “pick your own strawberries” farm to the cottage. Penny’s grows strawberries, sweet corn, and Irish cobblers (potatoes). They permit you to pick strawberries by the pound or you may pre-order your box of picked strawberries. Open Seasonally in July.
Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:00pm, Saturdays 8:00am-4:00pm
Call for more information +1 902-659-2936
For more information on Pick Your Own Farms in Queens County, please visit this website:
https://www.pickyourown.org/CNPE.htm
Notable Restaurants Around the PEI
Celebrity Chef Michael Smith and his team grow and harvest everything they serve. FireWorks Feast (May through October) is an immersive farm to table dining experience at its finest. Reservations Required. Prix Fixe menu at $235 per person (2023 Season), which includes the farm tour, oyster hour and dinner. Please contact The Inn for current season pricing.
42 locals recommend
The Inn at Bay Fortune
Celebrity Chef Michael Smith and his team grow and harvest everything they serve. FireWorks Feast (May through October) is an immersive farm to table dining experience at its finest. Reservations Required. Prix Fixe menu at $235 per person (2023 Season), which includes the farm tour, oyster hour and dinner. Please contact The Inn for current season pricing.
Enjoy an authentic PEI dining experience with the freshest ingredients. Dine in this rustic outdoor seasonal eatery which features classic seafood dishes. Restaurant is open May through October. Walk-Ins only. Join the Waitlist via their website.
HOURS: (please call the restaurant to confirm hours)
https://bluemusselcafe.com/
110 locals recommend
Blue Mussel Cafe
312 Harbourview DrEnjoy an authentic PEI dining experience with the freshest ingredients. Dine in this rustic outdoor seasonal eatery which features classic seafood dishes. Restaurant is open May through October. Walk-Ins only. Join the Waitlist via their website.
HOURS: (please call the restaurant to confirm hours)
https://bluemusselcafe.com/
The Wheelhouse is a seasonal destination restaurant in Georgetown that features local produce as well as fresh seafood from local fishermen. Dine outdoors on the deck and soak in the water view. Georgetown is the oldest harbour on the eastern seaboard. Restaurant is closed from Thanksgiving in October through April. Reservations Accepted & Walk-Ins Welcomed.
HOURS: (please call the restaurant to confirm hours)
Monday -Thursday 4:30-8:30 PM, Fridays 12-9:00PM, Closed Saturdays, Sun 12-8:00 PM
https://wheelhouseingeorgetown.com/
28 locals recommend
Wheelhouse In Georgetown
7 West StThe Wheelhouse is a seasonal destination restaurant in Georgetown that features local produce as well as fresh seafood from local fishermen. Dine outdoors on the deck and soak in the water view. Georgetown is the oldest harbour on the eastern seaboard. Restaurant is closed from Thanksgiving in October through April. Reservations Accepted & Walk-Ins Welcomed.
HOURS: (please call the restaurant to confirm hours)
Monday -Thursday 4:30-8:30 PM, Fridays 12-9:00PM, Closed Saturdays, Sun 12-8:00 PM
https://wheelhouseingeorgetown.com/
Sims Corner Steakhouse & Oyster Bar serves up steak that’s aged, cut and cooked to perfection. Produce are locally sourced from a farm in Belfast.
https://simscorner.ca/
63 locals recommend
Sims Corner Steakhouse & Oyster Bar
86 Queen StSims Corner Steakhouse & Oyster Bar serves up steak that’s aged, cut and cooked to perfection. Produce are locally sourced from a farm in Belfast.
https://simscorner.ca/
Restaurants within 30-minute Drive from the Cottage
Millstone Grill is a casual, family-friendly restaurant. They serve food made with locally sourced ingredients from nearby farms and fishing boats. Their deep dish pizzas and fish & chips are favorites of locals.
Open: 12pm-8pm Thursday, Friday, Saturday
12pm-7pm Sunday, Monday
Closed: Tuesday, Wednesday
Reservations Recommended & Take-Out Available.
https://millstonegrill.ca
Millstone Grill
9350 Main Street NorthMillstone Grill is a casual, family-friendly restaurant. They serve food made with locally sourced ingredients from nearby farms and fishing boats. Their deep dish pizzas and fish & chips are favorites of locals.
Open: 12pm-8pm Thursday, Friday, Saturday
12pm-7pm Sunday, Monday
Closed: Tuesday, Wednesday
Reservations Recommended & Take-Out Available.
https://millstonegrill.ca
Windows on the Water source their seasonal and local ingredients from local farms and fisheries. They serve fresh Canadian fare in a historic building on the banks of the Montague River. There are vegetarian and gluten-free options on the menu.
Open: 11:30am-8pm 7 Days a Week, Reservations Recommended & Take-Out Available.
https://windowswater.ca
25 locals recommend
Windows on the Water
106 Sackville StWindows on the Water source their seasonal and local ingredients from local farms and fisheries. They serve fresh Canadian fare in a historic building on the banks of the Montague River. There are vegetarian and gluten-free options on the menu.
Open: 11:30am-8pm 7 Days a Week, Reservations Recommended & Take-Out Available.
https://windowswater.ca
Bogside serves family friendly food and drink with communal table seating. Walk-Ins Only.
Tap Room serving craft beers and snap vodka soda
Open Monday-Thursday 11:30am-8pm
Friday-Saturday 11:30am-10pm
Crafters Smokehouse Open Daily 11:30am-8pm
Famous Peppers Pizza Open Monday-Thursday 3pm-8pm; Friday-Saturday 11:30am-8pm
https://bogsidebrewing.com
33 locals recommend
Bogside Brewing
11 Brook StBogside serves family friendly food and drink with communal table seating. Walk-Ins Only.
Tap Room serving craft beers and snap vodka soda
Open Monday-Thursday 11:30am-8pm
Friday-Saturday 11:30am-10pm
Crafters Smokehouse Open Daily 11:30am-8pm
Famous Peppers Pizza Open Monday-Thursday 3pm-8pm; Friday-Saturday 11:30am-8pm
https://bogsidebrewing.com
Copper Bottom is a craft brewery with year-round entertainment located on the banks of the Montague River. They partner with a number of Island businesses to serve handpies and bar snacks that pair well with their craft beer.
Open: 1pm-7pm Monday-Thursday
12pm - 8pm Friday-Saturday
1pm - 6pm Sunday
https://www.copperbottombrewing.com
44 locals recommend
Copper Bottom Brewing
567 Rue MainCopper Bottom is a craft brewery with year-round entertainment located on the banks of the Montague River. They partner with a number of Island businesses to serve handpies and bar snacks that pair well with their craft beer.
Open: 1pm-7pm Monday-Thursday
12pm - 8pm Friday-Saturday
1pm - 6pm Sunday
https://www.copperbottombrewing.com
Traveler advice
Don't miss
Local Favorite - Furious Franks Food Truck
142 Selkirk Park Rd Flat River, PE, Canada C0A 1A0
Furious Franks uses locally sourced ingredients. Popular dishes include their signature smash burger, PEI bar clams, meatball subs, hand-cut fries, and the cheesiest poutine.
Getting around
10-minute Drive for Groceries @Cooper's
Do you want to have a BBQ, but not looking to go far for your groceries? Cooper’s Red and White Store has everything you need: fuel, groceries, fresh produce, meat and meat alternatives, as well as a generous supply of local and imported liquor.
Getting around
Closest Town - Montague - 20 minutes away
The cottage is a 20-minute drive from Montague, where you will find several grocery stores and pharmacies for all your needs while you enjoy your stay in Point Prim.
Getting around
Closest Hospital (30 min) - King County Memorial in Montague
Kings County Memorial Hospital
409 MacIntyre Avenue
Montague, PE C0A 1R0
Telephone: (902) 838-0777
Getting around
Belfast Rural Community Fire Department
3410 Route 1 Trans-Canada Hwy, Belfast, PE
Getting around
Main Hospital (40 minutes away) - Charlottetown
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
60 Riverside Drive
PO Box 6600
Charlottetown, PE C1A 8T5
Telephone: (902) 894-2111
Getting around
Dial "911" for Emergencies
Dial 911 for fire, health and accidental emergencies.
To speak with a healthcare professional on non-life threatening emergencies, you can call 811.
Don't miss
PEI Setting Day Culinary Festival
Friday, May 10th - Sunday, May 12th, 2024
Celebrate great seafood with the fishers of PEI
www.settingdaypei dot com
Don't miss
Inside American Pie
Friday, June 14th - Saturday, July 20th, 2024
Don’t miss this sold out show three years in a row! Dive deep into mysteries of Don McLean’s #1 Hit, “American Pie”.
For tickets and more information, visit:
www.harmonyhousepei dot com/events/inside-american-pie-returns-summer-2023/
Don't miss
The Charlottetown Festival
Wednesday, June 19th - Saturday, September 21st, 2024
Don't miss live music, theatre, and dance at the Confederation Centre of the Arts is showing:
* Anne of Green Gables (June 19th-August 31st)
* Jersey Boys (June 21st-September 21st)
* Becoming Dolly (July 4th-August 24th)
https://confederationcentre dot com/chfest24/
Don't miss
Watermark Theatre Summer Festival
Tuesday, June 25th - Saturday, August 31, 2024
Enjoy the live theatre and music series in North Rustico
* Same Time, Next Year by Bernard Slade (June 25th-August 31st)
* Misery by George Goldman, adapted from Stephen King’s novel (July 5th-August 30th)
www.watermarktheatre dot com/watermark-announces-summer-plays-for-2024/
Don't miss
Cavendish Beach Music Festival
Friday, July 5th - Sunday, July 7th, 2024
Don't miss the largest country music festival in Canada! Tickets go in October 2023.
www.cavendishbeachmusic dot com/tickets/
Don't miss
37th Annual PEI Bluegrass & Old Time Music Festival
Friday, July 5th - Sunday, July 7th, 2024
Three days of Blue Grass and Old Time Music perform by notable North American Bands
For line-up, please visit their website:
www.peibluegrass dot ca/pei-bluegrass-festival/
Don't miss
16th Annual Village Feast
Sunday, July 7, 2024 3pm-6pm ADT
Souris Regional School 15 Longworth St, Souris, PE C0A
Join Chef Michael Smith and friends for a village grilling feast. Proceeds go to Farmers Helping Farmers, the PEI School Food Program, Souris Breakfast Program, and Coats for Kids.
For tickets and details please visit their website:
www.villagefeast do ca/home-page
Don't miss
11th Annual Cloggeroo - The Island Folk Festival
Friday, August 9th - Sunday, August 11th, 2024
Enjoy the best folk music in Atlantic Canada in the seaside town, Georgetown.
For details please visit their website:
www.cloggeroo dot com
Don't miss
Old Home Week PEI’s Family Fun Fair
Friday, August 9th - Saturday, August 17th, 2024
Come celebrate PEI agriculture and way of life with daily entertainment, livestock and horse shows, Island foods, harness racing and more.
Location: Eastlink Centre, 46 Kensington Road, Charlottetown
For information email info@oldhomeweekpei dot com
Don't miss
Fall Flavours - Sept 1st - Oct 1st 2024
A month-long food festival highlighting the Island's authentic tastes and traditions. See
website for scheduled events.
fallflavours dot ca
Don't miss
International Shellfish Festival
Thursday, September 19 - Sunday, September 22, 2024
Charlottetown Event Grounds - 360 Grafton Street, Charlottetown
27 years and going strong, this festival showcases the best seafood on PEI with an
international flare. Check the website for the latest information on ticket sales for the
festival.
peishellfish dot com