Prince Edward Island (PEI) is a Canadian province situated in the Maritimes.

It is the nation's smallest province in terms of both size and population. The population is 137,800 Prince Edward Islanders (or colloquially just "Islanders").The province comprises the island of the same name located in the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, northeast of New Brunswick and north of Nova Scotia from which it is separated by the Northumberland Strait. The strait was recently spanned by Confederation Bridge. The capital and largest city is Charlottetown, situated centrally on the island's southern shore. Summerside is the second largest city and is located in Prince County.

Little known Prince Edward Island (PEI) facts:
Until 1924, automobiles drove on the left side of the road The entire fur-farming industry started with fox fur on a PEI ranch PEI has recently become home to a unique form of coyote closely related to wolves, who evolved in neighboring Maritime provinces. Repeal of prohibition was vetoed in 1945 by then Lieutenant Governor B.W. LePage There are 31 Canadian cities with a greater population than PEI. 13 are in Ontario alone. PEI has the highest population density of any Canadian province.

Prince Edward Island (PEI) ACTIVITIES:

Cycling In Prince Edward Island
(Stanhope, PEI)

Bicycling

Prince Edward Island has long been drawing cyclists to its shores. Perhaps it is partially due to its compactness;

it can be circum-cycled in about a week. PEI is made for cycling! wide variety of bike paths jus await you to explore.

Take the bike right out our cottages on the newly constructed north shore bike path and discover northshore beaches, dunes,

For the interested Cyclists Your GoodView Cottage is just

5 minutes Bubbling Spring Trail

5 minutes Trail Woodlands

5 minutes Reeds and Rushes Trail

10 minutes Confederation Trail

for more information on Cycling In Prince Edward Island (PEI)

Tel: 888.262.2289
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Dining In Prince Edward Island
(Stanhope, PEI)

Dining

PEI offers a wide range of restaurants featuring an array of Island delicacies. Renowned for our fresh seafood, which is available across the Island, no visit to PEI is complete without enjoying at least one lobster supper.

And remember, PEI is also home to Malpeque Oysters, Cultured Blue Mussels and our world-famous PEI potatoes.

For the interested diner Your GoodView Cottage is just

5 minutes to Dalvay-by-the-Sea fine dining

30 minutes to Cavendish

20 minutes to Charlottetown

for more information on Dining In Prince Edward Island (PEI)

Tel: 888.262.2289
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Prince Edward Island Golf
(Stanhope, PEI)

PEI has over 25 Golf Courses to challenge any skill level. From rolling championship golf courses to beginner and family courses, Prince Edward Island has it covered.

Both the quality and the quantity of golf courses has continued to grow and PEI has recently been rated by the readers of Score Magazine as "Canada's Best Golf Destination."

In addition to offering a premier golf experience featuring a variety of nationally ranked courses, can't-beat-prices and breathtaking scenery (spring, summer and fall), PEI also offers all the ingredients for a memorable vacation for the whole family.

For the golf enthusiast Your GoodView Cottage is only:

2 minutes to Stanhope

30 minutes to Crowbush

5 minutes to Brudenell/Dundarave

For more information on Golfing in Prince Edward Island (PEI)

Tel: 888.262.2289
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Anne Of Green Gables™ In Prince Edward Island
(Stanhope, PEI)

Anne Of Green Gables™

The Your GoodView Cottage is just a short drive to Cavendish through the beautiful pastoral farmlands that L.M. Montgomery made so famous in her books.

Here you will find Green Gables, the house that inspired the setting of Montgomery's story of the red-haired orphan. Allow lots of time to explore the house and grounds with the Haunted Woods, Lovers Lane, interpretive programs, films on L.M. Montgomery along with gift shops and a snack counter.

Not to be missed in Cavendish is the Lucy Maud Montgomery's Cavendish Homestead where relatives of the author, John and Jennie Macneill, still reside and offer guided tours of the grounds and the opportunity to purchase books from their bookstore. Avonlea Village has recreated the type of rural community where Anne lived (music, wagon rides, candy shop and animators in heritage buildings).

Your GoodView Cottage is just:

20 minutes to Charlottetown 30 minutes to Cavendish

more information on Anne of Green Gables™ In Prince Edward Island (PEI)

Tel: 888.262.2289

Anne Of Green Gables In Prince Edward Island Stanhope PEI

Water Sports In Prince Edward Island
(Stanhope, PEI)

Kayaking

Bring your own kayak or rent from local outfitters. Kayak the rivers and bays or head out into the open sea. Kayak past the red cliffs, the beautiful sand dunes and pristine beaches. Don't forget your camera; this may be your opportunity for a close up of a blue heron.

Clinics and full day excursions are available for those wanting to experience kayaking with the experts.

Your GoodView Cottage is just:

1 minute to Covehead Bay

5 minutes to Brackley Beach and Robinsons Island

20 minutes to Charlottetown

30 minutes to Cavendish and North Rustico Harbour

45 minutes to Brudenell River

for more information on Kayaking in PEI click here

Tel: 888.262.2289
Kayaking In Prince Edward Island Stanhope PEI

Prince Edward Island Shopping
(Stanhope, PEI)

Shopping In Prince Edward Island

Inspired by the images of our, landscape, Island artists and craftspeople create hand-stitched quilts, pottery bowls, intricate woodworking and woven tapestries. Dozens of shops, from quaint to sophisticated, are dotted across the Island.



For the interested shopper Your GoodView Cottage is just:

20 minutes to Charlottetown 30 minutes to Cavendish

for more information on Shopping inPrince Edward Island (PEI)

Tel: 888.262.2289