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9 Canadian lighthouses you can rent this summer

Île aux Perroquets lighthouse on a hill Photo by Patrick Matte/ileauxperroquets.ca

Often nestled or near a provincial park or beach, these decommissioned lighthouses across Canada offer a private and serene oasis, with total peace and tranquility. Plus, many accommodations come with their own guided boat tours and meals!

What are you waiting for? Here are nine lighthouses you can visit this summer. 


 

Quirpon Lighthouse Inn 

Location: Quirpon Island, Nfld.

Price: Averages $435 per night

Sleeps: 2-6

Bedrooms: 1

Notes: 

  • Boat transportation through Iceberg Alley
  • Meals included
  • Near L’Anse aux Meadows Viking site
  • Whale watching on site  
  • Northernmost tip of Newfoundland

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Île aux Perroquets

Location: Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve, Que.

Price: Averages $560 per person per night

Sleeps: 2

Bedrooms: 1

Notes: 

  • Accessible by boat
  • Guided cruise and meals included
  • Unlimited entry to the foghorn building
  • Seabird watching activities available
  • Close to hiking trails, picnicking, and art activities

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Pot À L’Eau-De-Vie Islands

Location: Rivière-du-Loup, Que.

Price: Averages $378 per person, per night

Sleeps: Up to 6 people

Bedrooms: 1

Notes: 

  • Nestled in the Îles de l’Estuaire National Wildlife Area
  • Free boat transportation from Rivière-du-Loup
  • Includes a guide cruise  
  • Meals included
  • Telescope available for bird watching

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Oceanfront Lighthouse 

Location: New Glasgow, P.E.I.

Price: Averages $800 per night

Sleeps: 6

Bedrooms: 3

Notes: 

  • Panoramic ocean views from the water tower
  • Access to the rooftop deck
  • Private shore

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Cape Enrage Lighthouse

Location: Hopewell Hill, N.B.

Price: Averages $200 per night

Sleeps: 5

Bedrooms: 3

Notes: 

  • Lighthouse-themed glamping experience
  • Close to Hopewell Rocks, Fundy National Park, and Cape Enrage
  • Lake views
  • Private entrance
  • Horseback riding on the property

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McKay Island Lighthouse

Location: Bruce Mines, Ont.

Price: Averages $165 per night

Sleeps: 6

Bedrooms: 3

Notes: 

  • Lake Huron deck views
  • Gas barbeque
  • Access to library containing lighthouse history books
  • View the Lighthouse Keepers Original document
  • Close to hiking trails, canoeing, and kayaking

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The Monroe Point Lighthouse

Location: St. Anns, N.S.

Price: Averages $235 per night

Sleeps: 2

Bedrooms: 1

Notes: 

  • Serene ocean and mountain views
  • Beach access
  • Indoor wood fireplace
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Close to Cabot Trail

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Baywatch Lighthouse & Cottages

Location: Brackley Beach, P.E.I. 

Price: Averages $585 per night

Sleeps: 4-8 (Two levels available for rent)

Bedrooms: 1

Notes: 

  • Open off-season
  • Gorgeous sunset views
  • Close to golfing, restaurants, amusement parks, and art galleries
  • Balcony access
  • Kitchenette

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The Lighthouse on Cape D’Or

Location: Cape D’or, N.S.

Price: Averages $155 per room, per night (Four rooms available)

Sleeps: 2-3

Bedrooms: 1

Notes: 

  • Cash only
  • Ocean views of Bay of Fundy
  • Private bathroom and common area
  • Restaurant available on site

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