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Mabou River Inn

Located not far from the river and adjacent to the Mother of Sorrows Pioneer Shrine (dedicated to the settlers of the Mabou area), this former boarding school was converted twice, first into a winning youth hostel and then into this homey little inn just off the main road. Hosts Donna and David Cameron keep things running smoothly and dispense great advice; nature lovers will appreciate the opportunity to hike, kayak, fish, and mountain-bike on the scenic Ceilidh Trail using the inn’s rental equipment, while night owls can stroll a few minutes across the bridge and into town to check out the local traditional music offerings that fill Mabou in summer. A variety of room types are offered from those with queen- and king-size beds (that take up most of the room!) to what the Camerons call apartments, which amount to spacious two- and three-bedroom suites suitable for up to eight people, with full kitchens, the largest with washer/dryer and a separate entrance. A full hot breakfast is included in the nightly rate and features tasty homemade baked goods.