DesBarres Manor Inn

DesBarres Manor Inn

Beautiful Manor Grounds
Relax with a book on the grand deck and gazebo, looking out over six peaceful acres in the heart of the romantic seacoast village, or step onto the lawns for an afternoon game of croquet, a visit to the Chef’s gardens or an afternoon nap under a tree.

Attractions

The Elegant Parlour Room
Share the company other guests in the Parlour Room at 5:30 with a complimentary Taste of Nova Scotia inn reception. Enjoy a cocktail from the Inn’s fabulous Martini list or a glass of wine from our Proprietor’s extensive wine collection. After dinner, retreat to the Parlour Room to enjoy games, rare maps, good books and vintage ports.

A Place for Romance
Escape into the romantic splendour of DesBarres Manor’s elegant accommodations with a Romance Getaway Package. Let the romance begin in your luxury room with a chilled split of Veuve Clicquot champagne, house made truffles, fresh fruit and cheese.

Renowned Gourmet Dining
Savour renowned contemporary Canadian cuisine with an East Coast flair in the Manor’s elegant fireside dining room, or walk through the French doors to dine on the Grand Deck. Intimate and casual, our staff creates a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere in which you can enjoy a truly memorable evening of fine dining. The Proprietor’s extensive wine list compliments your dining experience.

Dining at the Inn

Sydney Room
A Superior Room on the second floor, the Sydney Room is named after the Town of Sydney the largest settlement in Cape Breton, which was founded by J.W.F. DesBarres. It was designed along Georgian lines in honour of the British home secretary Lord Sydney.

Sable Room
A Superior Room on the second floor, the Sable Room is named after picturesque Sable Island, which lies off the east coast of Nova Scotia. Following the siege of Quebec, J.W.F. was ordered by the Admiralty to conduct a survey of the Island in 1767.

Argos Room
A Deluxe Room on the third floor, the Argos Room is named after Cape Argos, a remarkable red cape that extends into Chedabucto Bay at the eastern passage to the Gut of Canso (Canso Strait). From the top of sea-ravaged cliffs, one achieves beautiful vistas of the Bay, Isle Madam, Cape Breton Island and Canso in the distance.

Canso Room
A Deluxe Room on the third floor, the Canso Room honours the citizens of North America’s oldest seaport and the most easterly point of mainland North America. Spectacular white granite formations and coastline make the Canso region a unique place to visit in Guysborough County.

Williams Room
The Williams Room is a Premier Room on the second floor. Gleaming oak floors, an electric fireplace, soaker tub, king sized bed and antique drop leaf desk to write letters home.

Wolfe Room
The Wolfe Room is a Superior Room on the second floor with a king size bed, sitting area with an antique settee, arm chair and coffee table, perfect for relaxing in your room with a cup of tea.

Cook Room
The Cook Room is a Superior Room on the second floor. This Spacious room features a pineapple four poster Queen, sitting area with an antique love seat, coffee table and chairs.

Intervale Room
The Intervale Room is a Deluxe Room on the third floor. This quiet refuge has a Queen bed, an Arts & Crafts style desk for writing and a matching Regency style mahogany dresser and dressing table.

Tory Room
The Tory Room is a Deluxe Room on the third floor. The Tory Room has sitting area with antique armchairs, double beds and an oak Victorian dresser.

Denys Room
The Denys Room is a Deluxe Room on the third story. The Denys features a Queen Anne ladies writing desk, a Queen bed and a Mahogany Regency mirror and nightstand.