Water Wood B&B, winner of the Yarmouth County 2011 Business Mayflower Award, is a pristine waterfront retreat on a spring-fed lake, immersed in the charm and style of a woodland lodge, located in Carleton in the Yarmouth and Acadian Shores region of Nova Scotia. Enjoy the small, friendly community of Carleton, laced with trees and a cool breeze that drifts off Mink Lake.

Travel to nearby Yarmouth, settled in 1761, and Cape Forchu, home of the historic Yarmouth Lighthouse, welcoming visitors daily to their ice plant gardens, tea room or have dinner overlooking the rocky coastline of Yarmouth harbour.  U-Pick live lobster, steamed to go or eaten on the beach at Stanley's. Visit the Yarmouth County Museum, 19th century Victorian Captain’s houses in the Historic district, or take in an evening of live theatre at Th’YARC Playhouse and Arts Centre. There are also galleries, antique shops, and festivals to enrich and delight. There are miles of white sandy beaches on which to relax and unwind. Savour our famous lobster and fresh seafood prized around the world. 

Our accommodations include two waterfront rooms (single, double, queen) with 3-piece bath, ensuite (shower), private 3-piece bath (tub). Full breakfast is served between 7 a.m and 9 a.m. in front of the huge granite fireplace. Enjoy our magnificent lake view while you eat.   Antiques, art, and a collection of artifacts, including Mi'kmaq  baskets, decorate the lakefront house. Guests can bird watch and listen to their song on the veranda, swim in the spring-fed lake, fish, paddle or just nap in the lakeside hammock.  No pets, please. Cash and Traveller’s Cheques accepted only.  

Cancellation Policy: Must cancel 72 hours prior to day of arrival (for refund of deposit).