Owen House is a distinguished B&B. The building, which dates back to 1835, was the home of a British captain who owned the entire island of Campobello. Naturally, he picked what may be the most beautiful site on the island for his home. Bedrooms are excetionally comfortable, and attractive public rooms encourage relaxed reading and conversation. While this B&B is larger than most, with nine guest rooms, manager Jan Meiners and owner Joyce Morrell have a way of making their guests feel right at home.

Telephone (506) 752 2977
 www.owenhouse.ca

Briggs Homestead B&B is an old farm house that has been in the family of Eric and Debbie Sloan for generations. It is still their home, and Eric and Debbie have created an exceptionally comfortable B&B. There are horses at the homestead; Debbie and her two daughters are enthusiastic riders. Briggs Homestead is in a quiet and scenic area, close to Cap Jourimain, where Confederation Bridge crosses to P.E.I.

Telephone (506) 538 2313   —   www.angelfire.com/biz2/briggshomestead

Jonah Place has been a B&B for many years, but it was recently given new life by Rob and Annemieke Gulmans, who immigrated to Canada from Holland. Their home is beautiful, with spacious guest rooms and antique furnishings. They serve delicious, European-style breakfasts. For us, getting to know Rob and Annemieke may have been the nicest part of our stay.

506 433 6978      www.jonahplace.com

The Evandale Inn, where two of our rides begin, is on the shore of the St. John River, just above the Evandale Ferry. It is a 19th century riverfront inn, carefully maintained by Trish and Chris Durnnian. The setting is lovely, rooms are comfortable, and meals in the attractive dining room are hearty and delicious. We found Trish and Chris to be pleasant, knowledgeable hosts.

Telephone toll free (866) 382 6325   —   www.evandaleinn.com

The Beach House B&B is not on the beach. It is on the Kingston peninsula, high on a hill above Bellisle Bay, with extraordinary views. "Beach" is the family name of Loyalist refugees who were the original owners of this historic property. Owners Tony and Glenise Peck moved to New Brunswick from England, so the property is in the hands of Loyalists once again! They thoroughly renovated the old farmhouse and added a wing that blends beautifully with the traditional appearance of the original building. They created one of the most elegant, tastefully decorated B&Bs we have stayed in. What's more, Glenise loves to cook, so breakfasts are fantastic.

Telephone (506) 832 7192   —   www.beachhouse-kingston.com

The small town of Harvey is close to Mary's Point, a wildlife preserve with one of the most spectacular displays of bird life we have ever seen. Even closer to the point is Sandpiper's Rest B&B, an antique cape in a quiet and beautiful setting, lovingly preserved by the friendly owners, Steven and Patricia Marshall.

Telephone (506) 882 2744   —   www.sandpipersrest.nb.ca

St. Martins is close by the beginning of the Fundy Trail, a spectacular and challenging place to bicycle. In this village with many fine B&Bs, we were attracted to The Captain's House by a dog playing in the yard — the grandest Landseer Newfoundland we had ever seen. The historic sea captain's home was every bit as impressive and friendly as the Ashfield family's pet. Our room had a balcony and an incomparable view of Northumberland Strait.

Telephone 506 833 4355

Jardine's Inn, not far from Kouchibouguac National Park, is exceedingly comfortable and homey. Jean and Jack Hudson, the owners, are friendly folks with deep roots in the community of Rexton. They are full of information on the area. When we were there, Jack was adding an attractive, new housekeeping suite to the inn. Breakfasts are delicious, and evening meals of fresh seafood are available on request.

Telephone (506) 523 7072   —   www.jardinesinn.com

Bellevue sur Mer B&B is just outside the village of Bouctouche, facing the bay. Besides guest rooms in the house, there is a comfortable, fully-equipped cottage next door with the same great view. Bill and Pauline Boucher, the friendly owners, speak excellent English as well as French. Even if you stay in the cottage with its complete kitchen, as we did, you need not cook in the morning; Pauline serves an excellent breakfast in a sunroom overlooking the bay.

Telephone (506) 743 6575   —    www.personal.nbnet.nb.ca/belllebb

Domaine-sur-Mer, Eveline Haché's sprawling home, is an easy bike ride from Bouctouche. Surrounded by gardens, this B&B is directly across the street from the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Rooms are comfortable, Eveline speaks good English, and her breakfasts are delightful. Eveline also prepares dinners on request; she is such a deft cook that she sometimes instructs classes on preparation of seafood feasts.

Telephone (506) 743 6582    —   www.domaine-sur-mer.com