Mahone Bay Vacation Rentals

From its attractive colonial-era architecture to fresh local lobster and quirky craft shops, Mahone Bay is a magnet for travellers seeking calm and relaxation by the sea. With less than 1000 inhabitants, the town may be small but it has a big personality and makes visitors feel right at home in its many wonderful vacation rentals and bed and breakfast accommodation.

Taste the Delicious Seafood of Mahone Bay

Mahone Bay is known for its fresh and tasty seafood, especially lobster. One of the popular activities in the area is cooking your own lobster, which you can do in a fire pit on the beach or in a pot at your vacation rental. What could be better than tasting the fruits of your labour by preparing and eating this local delicacy?

The Saltbox Brewing Company in Mahone Bay is a proud local craft beer brewing company. Visit to enjoy a drink and snacks or buy a few bottles to take back to your vacation rental to enjoy while eating your lobster dinner. They offer a range of styles so you are sure to find something that will quench your thirst.

Adventures and History of Mahone Bay

Explore the islands of Mahone Bay on a boat tour or sunset cruise with one of the many tour operators in the area. Some of the boat trips offer walking tours of Treasure Island and Oak Island where you can view local wildlife including puffins. Deep-sea fishing trips can be booked during the summer months and the waters around the islands are teeming with fish.

To discover the history of the town and the surrounding area, take a look around Mahone Bay Museum. You'll discover a variety of interesting exhibits about the original settlers, the native people of the area, and the days of shipbuilding. Popular exhibits include stories of the founding families and photos of the famous Three Churches that appear in many photographs of the town.

Events in Mahone Bay: Celebrate all things Lobster or Share in Festive Fun

The South Shore Lobster Crawl takes place in Mahone Bay in February each year. At the festival, you can taste lobster ale, lobster rolls, and a variety of unique lobster infused dishes. You can also feel the texture of the Lobster Wool on Locke Island, listen to music and stories influenced by lobster fishing, and learn about the history of the lobster industry in Mahone Bay and around the world.

At the end of November, Mahone Bay transforms into a Christmas wonderland. Stroll around the town looking at the over 300 hand-made Father Christmas figures or take a guided tour of the decorated homes in town. A variety of delicious festive treats can be snapped up at the Yuletide Gourmet Market, while there are plenty of activities for children including gingerbread making and decorating.

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