All cabooses are private railway cars with full bath,
air-conditioning, refrigerator, coffee maker, and cable TV.
All cabooses are private railway cars
with full bath, air-conditioning,
refrigerator, coffee maker, and cable
TV.
All cabooses are private railway cars with full bath, air-conditioning,
refrigerator, coffee maker, and cable TV.
www.trainstation.ca
The vibrant community of
Tatamagouche is located on the
Sunrise Trail along the shores of
the Northumberland Strait. It has a
population of 600 and is a thriving
tourism community boasting art
galleries, museums, craft shops,
restaurants, cultural center & a
marina. The Train Station Inn is
located on the edge of this quaint
village.
Tatamagouche (native Mi’kmaq word meaning “meeting of waters”) is a unique
area where the old and the new exist in harmony. A village of Victorian homes,
long established businesses, and a slow traditional way of life mixed with
modern living and new facilities.
    Attractions within walking distance
The Trail of Two Rivers
Explore the abandoned rail line, which is now
part of the
Trans Canada Trail, located just
behind the Train Station Inn. Take a walk to
your right to see the old Iron Train bridge,
which is still in use today by pedestrians,
horseback riders, all terrain vehicles, and
snowmobiles. Take a left turn on the Trail, and
you observe a wonderful view of the historic
Waugh River (
great for fishing!). You will also
walk through a wooded area, do some
bird watching, pick wild flowers and enjoy nature’s beauty. The trail
stretches from
Nelson Park over the French River (great for fishing!) and
along the shores of the Waugh River (
great for canoing and kayaking!).
Places to Visit
Make sure you take a stroll down Main Street
(10 minutes from the Train Station Inn) and visit
the many gift shops, cafés, the
Raven Art
Gallery, as well as all the amenities (bank, post
office, library, drug store & groceries). Just
beside the Train Station is
The Creamery
Square which provides the Farmer's Market on
Saturday mornings as well as a Heritage Centre
that combines several community museums
open 7 days a week.
    Attractions requiring a short drive...
Museums
The Balmoral Grist Mill Museum (10 minute drive
from the Train Station Inn, 10 km southeast of
Tatamagouche off Route 311 on Route 256), was built
in 1874 and has been fully-restored to be a living
history museum. The Mill is one of the areas most
visited places, demonstrating the milling process of
that time period. Minimum Time Required: 45
minutes.
The
Sutherland Steam Mill Museum (10 minute
drive from the Train Station Inn, located on Route 326
following signs from Tatamagouche) in nearby
Denmark, demonstrates steam-age lumber milling
techniques and features a variety of unique exhibits highlighting the working
life of a 19th century. Minimum Time Required: 35 minutes
The
Wallace and Area Museum (15 minute drive West from the Train Station
Inn on the Sunrise Trail) is ready for groups! Housing 40 rotating collections
highlighting local industry and culture, the museum features shipbuilding
exhibits, heritage gardens, trails, sandstone quarry demonstrations, Mi’kmaq
and Acadian artifacts and more. Minimum Time Required: 45 minutes.
Exquisite Shopping
Sara Bonnyman Pottery  (3 minute drive from
the Train Station Inn) Sara's studio in
Tatamagouche features functional stoneware
pottery and brightly colored hand hooked rugs.
Come and watch the magic of a pot being made
each weekday morning. Sara makes each pot
individually to hold a simple pleasure. Come
and touch the pots and enjoy the gardens.
Jost Vineyards (15 minute drive from the Train
Station Inn located between Pugwash and
Tatamagouche) Enjoy a guided tour of Nova Scotia’s top winery, shop for
souvenirs & have a snack at their wine and food bar.
Uptapar Gallery  (10 minute drive from the Train Station Inn) Duncan
McFarlane features an outstanding collection of framed originals and prints,
situated on Brule Point Rd. east of Tatamagouche. The current works using
prismacolour is devoted to local scenery and wildlife.
Sunrise Mercantile (3 minute drive from the Train Station Inn) This eclectic gift
shop features alpaca clothing, fibre arts training classes, gourmet foods
(including their famous Blueberries in Peach Schnapps), and a delightful
coffee/tea/cocoa café overlooking the ocean.
Golfing
Tatamagouche and area provides some of
the best sea-side golfing in Nova Scotia. The
beauty and relaxing atmosphere makes for
a perfect round of golf.
The
Fox Harbour Golf & Country Club (20
minute drive from the Train Station Inn) is a
world renowned 18-hole course situated
along the Wallace Bay.
The Nothumberland Links  (20 minute drive from the Train Station Inn) golf
course is a 9-hole beauty by the sea located near Pugwash along the Gulf Shore.
The
Sunrise Beach Golf Club (20 minute drive from the Train Station Inn) is a
pleasant seaside 9-hole golf course in Brule that's great for the whole family. A
driving range is also available.
Beaches & Boating
Water sport enthusiasts will enjoy a number of
activities on the Tatamagouche Bay. Kayaking,
canoeing, swimming, wind surfing, boating and
sailing are all popular activities.
Rushton's Beach Provincial Park (15 minute
drive from the Train Station Inn) will provide
you with the chance to experience swimming in
the warm salt waters of Nova Scotia’s North
Shore. Walk the beach in search of sea shells or
take time to build a wonderful sandcastle. The
Malagash & Wallace communities both have
exceptionally beautiful public beaches for you to
explore as well including
Blue Sea Beach.
The Sunrise Shore Marina  (10 minute drive from the Train Station Inn) in
Barrachois is a public marina and yacht club offering moorings for larger
sailboats and yachts.
    Attractions requiring a longer drive...
Stellarton (60 minute drive South from the Train Station Inn) The
Nova Scotia Museum of Industry is equivalent in size to seven
hockey rinks. This fascinating attraction tells the human story of
our industrial past with more than 14,000 artifacts. Visitors can
work a shift on the assembly line, feel water power or hook a rug.
It’s a unique experience and a rare glimpse of our industrial past.
Restaurant & gift shop on site. Minimum Time Required: 1.5 hours
Pictou (45 minute drive South from the Train Station Inn) Historic
Pictou offers much for you to see and do. The Hector Heritage
Quay is a popular stop for groups and individuals. The
attraction celebrates the arrival of Nova Scotia's first Scots on the
ship "Hector" in 1773. Visit the
Grohmann Knives factory for free
tours. Learn about the art of knife-making from the masters.
Plenty of shops, cafés, pubs & restaurants are close-by. While in
Pictou, visit
McCulloch House Museum and the
Northumberland Fisheries Museum.
River John (15 minute drive South from the Train Station Inn)
Enjoy a Victorian era Lavender Festival held
most years in July at
Beach Lane Lavender Farm. You'll enjoy classical music, u-pick
lavender, and a host of lavender products and foods for you to
sample. The
Lismore Sheep Farm and Wool Shop,  is a working
sheep farm with over 300 sheep. Tours, interpretive displays, and
sheep dog and shearing demonstrations are available for groups.
The
YardBirds create unique steel & stained glass garden lawn &
pond art; absolutely the newest in outdoor decor. At Seafoam Woodturning
Studio visitors can browse around the gallery and see the workshop where fine
wood products are created. Some visitors may be lucky enough to watch the
turner at work.
Earltown (15 minute drive South/West from the Train Station)
Discover the secrets of a sweet Canadian treat at the popular
Sugar Moon Farm Maple Products & Pancake House located in
Earltown (Route 311 between Truro and Tatamagouche). Sugar
Moon Farm is a working Maple Farm offering camp tours,
quality maple products and award winning dining in their log
restaurant.
Malagash (15 minute drive North from the Train Station Inn)
Visit
Jost Vineyards, between Pugwash and Tatamagouche.
Tour Nova Scotia’s top winery, shop for souvenirs and have
a snack. Minimum Time Required: 1 hour
Wallace (20 minute drive North from the Train Station Inn) The
Wallace and Area Museum is ready for groups! Housing 40
rotating collections highlighting local industry and culture, the
museum features shipbuilding exhibits, heritage gardens,
trails, sandstone quarry demonstrations, Mi’kmaq and
Acadian artifacts and more. Minimum Time Required: 45
minutes.
Collector Canes is a business operated by
Doug & Zella Perry. They are a senior couple dedicated to high quality,
personally hand carved wooden canes for walking, hiking, wading, and
working and are crafted from Nova Scotia hardwoods.
Pugwash (30 minute drive North from the Train Station Inn)
World-renowned
Seagull Pewter products are created,
designed and handcrafted in the tiny fishing village of
Pugwash. Enjoy a factory tour and shop the spacious Seagull
Pewter Retail Store. Minimum Time Required: 1 hour
Oxford (45 minute drive North from the Train Station Inn)
This is the “Wild Blueberry Capital of Canada”, producing
50% of Canada’s wild blueberry harvest. Visit the Oxford
Wild Blueberry & Maple Centre for an inside look at this
natural Nova Scotian treat. Minimum Time Required: 1/2
hour
Amherst (60 minute drive North from the Train Station
Inn) Amherst has decided to celebrate art and history on a
grand scale; bringing the town alive with color and
activity.
The Signature Mural, 55 feet by 35 feet, located
on the old Bird's Drapery Building at the corner of
Victoria and Havelock Streets depicts the Old Home
Week Parade of 1910.
Please do not hesitate to ask us for directions or for any additional
information. We will be more than happy to help you.
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Train Station Inn  • 21 Station Rd, Tatamagouche, Nova Scotia, Canada, B0K 1V0
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Balmoral grist Mill
June 1 - Oct 15

Sutherland Steam Mill
June 1 - Oct 15

Creamery Square
May 22 - Aug 29

Jost Vineyards
June 15 - Sept 15

Sugar Moon
Open year round

Lismore Sheep Farm
May 1 - Dec 24

Beach Lane Lavender Farm
June - Sept