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Information for Tourists

Historic Sites

Hawthorne Cottage National Historic Site - Elizabeth Keeping - 709-528-4004 or 1010

Stone Barn Museum - Luanne Leamon - 709-528-4982 or 709-729-5740
The Tunnel - Luanne Leamon - 709-528-4982 or 709-729-5740
Vindicator Park - Luanne Leamon - 709-528-4982 or 709-729-5740

Walking Tour Brouchers and Maps are available at the Town Council Office and the Stone Barn. Click here for maps to print (PDF)

Crafts - Restaurants - Café - Music

Brig House Treasures. Features locally produced, handmade sweaters, gifts, crafts, and art. Contact: Sheila Byrne & Dennis Lambe, North Street, Brigus NLA0A 1K0, Tel: (709) 528-1345 Off Season: (709) 785-0785 Email: lambebyrne@nf.sympatico.ca


The Country Corner (Crafts,Café)

Newfoundland Crafts, Souvenirs and Gifts for all Occasions.
Famous Cod Chowder and Fresh Baked Blueberry Crisp Soups, Sandwiches, and Desserts
Recommended in Where To Eat In Canada for 2006, and Frommer's Newfoundland & Labrador. Winner of 2007 Silver Puffin Award for Service.

14 Water Street
Brigus, NL A0A1K0
Ph: 709-528-1099 Fax: 709-528-1655
E-mail: thecoucor@personainternet.com
OPEN: Seasonally - May to October

Brookdale Manor (Restaurant - See below)
Contact: Shirley Roberts 709-528-4544 (See below for Brookdale Manor B&B)

E & E Takeout P.O. Box 127, Brigus, NL, A0A 1K0
Contact: Earnest Green 709-528-4764

Off the Rock Entertainment P.O. Box 365, Brigus NL A0A 1K0
Contact: Shawn Lidster Phone:(709) 528-4868 or 683-6334
Website: www.shawnlidster.com
Email: info@shawnlidster.com

Hawthorne Cottage (Gift Shop)
Contact: Elizabeth Keeping 709-528-4004 or 709-528-1010


North St. Café

Contact: Debbie O'Flaherty 709-528-1393

Tours

Newfoundland Close Up - July 12-19, 2008. A cultural tour combined with a photography workshop which includes time in Brigus, led by Dennis Minty and Antje Springmann. See Newfoundland Close Up - pamphlet [PDF] >>
If you would like more information or would like to book the tour, call or email Antje Springmann at: Phone: 709-786-1587 Email: aspringmann@persona.ca

Walking Tours of Brigus Contact: Erick Payne at 709-528-3224 or E-mail : erick_payn@hotmail.com

Bed & Breakfasts


Brigus Seacliff B&B

Brigus Seacliff is a new 4 1/2 star B&B located on the ocean's edge. Ensuite bedrooms have Newfoundland prints that depict themes from our past, quality furnishings, card access locks, cable TV, DVD players, wireless Internet, and telephone upon request.

Contact: Donna & Ted Pyne
16 Hampshire Place
St.John’s, NL, A1A 4N4
Toll free: 877-523-4488
Phone: 709-528-4488
Email: info@brigusseacliff.ca
Website: www.brigusseacliff.com


Brittoner B&B

The Brittoner is a historic home - 160 years old. located in the Heart of Brigus. Near all sites - Hawthorne Cottage Museum, Gardens (home of Arctic Explorer, Capt. Bob Bartlett). Hiking trails nearby, tennis courts across the street. Large sitting--out area--located on pond.

Contact: Betty C. Barrett
12 Water St. PO Box 163
Brigus, Newfoundland A0A 1K0
Phone: (709) 528-3412 or (709) 579-5995
Fax: (709) 528-3412
Web Site: www.bbcanada.com/4385.html



Brookdale Manor

Brookdale Manor is located in the historic town of Brigus, Conception. There are four guest rooms with ensuite baths. Guests love the continental breakfast and the beautiful grounds with picnic tables and BBQ.

Contact: Shirley & Frank Roberts
Farm Road, PO Box 121, Brigus NL A0A 1K0
Tel/Fax: (709) 528-4544
Web Site:www.bbcanada.com/5274.html


Bumblebee Bed and Breakfast

The Bumble Bee Bed and Breakfast offers an outstanding overnight, week-end, or week-long retreat. Hospitality forms the basis of their reputation with a home-made hot breakfast that is second to none. Three large guest suites have queen-size beds, private ensuite bathrooms, quality bed and bathroom linens, and beautifully crafted furnishings. The 4 acre garden offers many walking paths with opportunities to commune with nature.

Contact: Debbie and Corey Boon
331 Conception Bay Hightway Brigus NL A0A 1K0
Telephone (709) 528-9766 Fax: 709 -528-9768
Website: www.bumblebeebedandbreakfast.com

Vacation Homes & Cottages


Beaver Pond Cottage which is located in the heart of Brigus is non-smoking. The cosy cottage features: open concept kitchen, living and dining rooms; two bedrooms (1 queen, 1 double), hardwood throughout; newly renovated bathroom; two decks; 1 acre of privacy with pond frontage. One week minimum rental. Contact: (709) 726-4847 or brigusrental@hotmail.com.


The Brigus Getaway is a 2-story, completely furnished 3 bedroom house. It has 1 1/2 bathrooms and is located on a private lot. The balcony (off the master bedroom) offers a panoramic view of picturesque Brigus and its harbour. Contact: Ray and Kay. Tel: 709-786-7542, 709-728-6299 (Ray), or 709-683-3512 (Kay). Email: info@brigusgetaway.ca Website: www.brigusgetaway.ca


Landfall Cottage - Registered Historic Structure - was built in the late 1700s or early 1800s. It is one of the last remaining structures of its vintage and is of substantial historical significance. During 1914-15, the cottage was rented to acclaimed American artist, adventurer and writer Rockwell Kent whose subsequent fame brought considerable notoriety and attention to the property. is not occupied by an artist-in-residence, it is available as a vacation retreat from May to October. Income generated from cottage vacations rentals support the programs of the Trust and operation of the cottage. Contact:
the Landfall Trust, P.O. Box 341 Brigus, NL, Canada, A0A 1K0 Website: www.landfalltrust.org Email: admin@landfalltrust.org


Middle Ridge Cottage
Middle Ridge Cottage is a newly renovated, clean and comfortable bungalow.  The cottage backs onto the large pond in the centre of town.  Across the road from the cottage is a beautiful rocky coast and the Atlantic Ocean. Fully equipped kitchen, 4 piece bathroom, 2 bedrooms; a double bed in each; linens supplied, living room and outdoor sitting area. Contact: Roger and Beth MacDonald. Tel: 519-338-3329 or 519-395-0089 Email: macd@hurontel.on.ca Website: www.geocities.com/rhmeas/brigusindex.html?1130361188859


Olde Country Haven
Nested in the Brigus Heritage District near the Marina. Fully equipped kitchen, bath and laundry facilities, a queen bedroom and double bedroom, outdoor eating area with propane BBQ. 28 Beaver Pond Rd. Riverhead Contact: Roy Sparkes. Tel: (709) 786-0288 Cell: (709) 683-8075
Email: oldecountreehaven@hotmail.com
Website:web.mac.com/oldecountreehaven/iWeb/Site/Welcome....html


Rock Cliff Haven
Located in Brigus Heritage district, 5 Riverhead Road. Newly constructed lower level unit. Fully equipped Kitchen, bath and laundry facilities, living room, dining room, three bedrooms (2 double, 1 single). Private entrance. Reasonable nightly and weekly rates. For more information/bookings please call 709-528-4242 or e-mail: kimscott@nf.sympatico.ca


Seven Springs Chalet
New-Cozy cottage located in the heart of historic Brigus. A stones throw from Hawthorne Cottage. Sleeps 3 comfortably. Beautiful slate and softwood floors. Galley kitchen is equipped with modern appliances, Queen size bed upstairs and single bed on ground floor. Compact bath with shower. Rates $100.00 per night plus HST . Chapel Lane, Brigus. Riverhead Contact: Paul Conway P.O. Box 43, Brigus, NL A0A 1K0 Tel: (709) 528-1180 Fax: (709) 528-1085 Email pdconway@personainternet.com


Vacation Home

Luxurious Seaside Retreat Perched on a rocky out cropping reaching out to the sea. Four bedrooms, 3 bathroom, 1,500 square foot - Ocean View - Luxurious Accommodation
email: tremblantviplodging@rogers.com; Web Site: www.tremblantviplodging.com/Brigus-Newfoundland-Rentals.html


WALKER HOUSE over looking the center of Brigus. Clean and comfortable 3 bedroom ( 2 double/1 single) 1 four pc. Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room and Dining Room. Laundry facilities in basement. Contact Geoff /Karen Walker Telephone: 780-791-2609 or 780-799-2609. E-mail: g.walker@shaw.ca.


Home on Rattley Row Scott Giannou 709-576-7537

Home on Harbour Drive Ron Burke 709-786-6677
Home on Rattley Row Fraser Drover 709-944-2788

RV Park


Riverside RV Park
P.O. Box 85, Brigus, NL, A0A 1K0
Contact: John Antle Telephone: 709-528-4323 Website: pic4.piczo.com/riversidervpark/?g=7610792&cr=4