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"For simple beauty, Cape Breton outrivals them all." So said Alexander Graham Bell of the island he adopted as his home. Rich with Celtic, Mi'kmaq and Acadian heritage, Cape Breton is a delight for history buffs, music lovers and explorers of nature. Immerse yourself in 18th-century life at the Fortress of Louisbourg, explore the winding roads and Atlantic vistas of the Cabot Trail, and seek out a local Ceilidh for a lively and rousing experience.
Restaurants in Cape Breton Island
1. Ann Schroeder Studio: Fine Art Quilts
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Ann Schroeder makes fine art quilts inspired by the Cape Breton landscapes, weather, and music. They are designed to hang on a wall, not to cover a bed. When you visit her seaside studio you will also find hand-dyed silk scarves, collages, and fabric for quiltmakers. She'll be glad to answer your questions and tell you about her favourite places to hike or listen to local music.
2. Polycarpe Glass Art
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
3. Iron Art & Photographs
4. Baadeck Yarns
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
5. Doug Fraser Art Gallery and Sculptural Garden
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5.0 based on 20 reviews
Doug invites you to visit is working gallery for a Conversation thru Art. Enjoy a walk through his sculptural garden, a tremendous view of the ocean, and of course come into his gallery and see what he is working on. Doug paints in oil canvas and linen and has been working as a professional artist for 14 years. Doug has been welcoming people from all corners of the earth to his studio/gallery for the past 10 years. Born and raised in Cape Breton Doug Fraser is deeply connected to the land and spirit of this place, Cape Breton Island. His pursuit is light, and his unique style enables him to create that ethereal perspective he has become so well known for in his landscape and seascapes. His studio is located just five minutes from the Village of Inverness on the West Coast of Cape Breton Island and overlooks the Northumberland Strait.
Reviewed By maryy871 - Charlottesville, United States
Doug gave us a wonderful tour of both his painting studio and property. His paintings are stunning and he even told us how to get to some of the views he painted. His tree and stone sculptures are equally as fascinating and it was interesting hearing his process of making them. His cats Pepper and Casper were also a treat to meet! You must stop by if you are near Inverness.
6. Salty Rose's and the Periwinkle Cafe
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5.0 based on 43 reviews
EAT. SHOP. SLEEP. Salty Rose's and the Periwinkle Cafe is an experience in itself offering up the best in Cape Breton hospitality. The thoughtfully curated shop offers a selection of art and craft from Nova Scotia's finest creatives while the cheerful cafe serves up fair trade coffee and delicious local fare. Choose from four unique, bright and comfortable accommodation rooms for to complete your experience.
7. Proud To Be Hookers
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By BenLar137 - Calgary, Canada
If you're thinking about unique Cape Breton souvenir gifts that will be highly prized by the recipients, stop here. It's right on the Cabot Trail, they have good parking, there's no excuse. They have the most beautiful hooked rug products in every price range. Rug hooking is a form of folk art, and a truly historic, traditional craft for this region. We are so glad we stopped in here, as our gift and souvenir buying was done when we walked out. We don't know their seasonal hours, so consult the website if you're travelling off season. They were open early October when we were there.
8. The Antiques Boutique
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
A charming Boutique full of British & Canadian antiques, jewellery & vintage collectables, glass, china, linens, militaria, antiquarian books, coins, small furniture etc. I ship worldwide. Also offering ceramic restoration, appraisals & jewellery repairs. Open year round - hours may vary - check out my facebook page for details.
9. Boysenberry
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Cafe? Clothing Boutique? Local Market? Live Music? Special Events? YES, Boysenberry is all of that and more! Our main goal at Boysenberry is to deliver an exceptional experience to all of our customers. We want to be the best that we can, in order to make sure you visit Downtown Sydney every time you come to Cape Breton! We are constantly growing and expanding to become your favorite destination.
Reviewed By Wanderer87354627
Love love love Boysenberry! The building is beautiful, and the workers always friendly and greet you with a warm welcome. They have the best coffee and lemonade in town. Downstairs is dedicated to the cafe, with lots of different events to attend in the evenings, it also doubles as a great place to hit the books. The boutique upstairs has the cutest clothing for women of varying ages as well as a great variety of sizes. If you have not already you must visit Boysenberry.
10. Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design
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4.5 based on 88 reviews
We serve the craft community of Cape Breton Island from beginners and recreational practitioners to highly accomplished professionals, offering instruction as well as resource and support services.CBCC&D offers a variety of educational opportunities in both contemporary and traditional craft, promotes and markets Cape Breton craft through exhibitions, special events, the maintenance of fine craft showcases throughout the Island and the operation of a permanent, year-round store-front Gallery and Gallery Shop representing over 75 Cape Breton artists.
Reviewed By CBYankee
This beautiful gallery space offers the best local crafts in Sydney. Items are available in every price range and in every art discipline. I visit here many times a year as the craft offerings can be different.
