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In Our Element — The Anchorage

One of our favourite little traditions on Grand Manan happens at The Anchorage.

Throughout the week, we save up our veggie scraps, and then head down for a visit with the bunnies! It doesn’t take long before they start appearing from every direction — soon you’re completely surrounded by curious little faces waiting for a snack. Some are so friendly they’ll even eat right out of your hand!

It’s such a simple thing, but especially with little ones, it feels a bit magical every single time.

Just another one of those sweet, unexpected Grand Manan moments that makes island life so special.

In Our Element — discovering the little things that make Grand Manan unforgettable.

Warm. Cold. Rest. Repeat.

There’s something extra magical about the Nordic cycle when the air turns crisp and fall settles over Grand Manan.

Sink into the warmth of the sauna, take the plunge into cold, then slow down and let your body rest before doing it all over again. It’s invigorating, deeply relaxing, and the perfect way to reconnect with yourself and the beautiful surroundings.

Add in cozy cottage evenings, salty ocean air and autumn colours, and you’ve got the makings of the perfect fall escape.

September & October are made for slowing down. Come experience the Nordic cycle for yourself.

In Our Element- a weekly Element Four Series

This week we followed the trail from Whistle Road to Eel Brook Falls, winding our way through sun-dappled woods as the first hints of fall started sneaking into the trees.

After a dry stretch, Eel Brook Falls was more of a gentle trickle than a waterfall — but the forest had plenty of other magic waiting for us. We climbed over rocks, explored little pools, stopped to investigate just about everything… and even stumbled upon a tiny village of fairy houses tucked among the trees.

Proof that sometimes it isn’t really about what’s waiting at the end of the trail. It’s the muddy boots, tiny discoveries, unexpected treasures and the people you wander there with.

Another little corner of Grand Manan explored.

Stay curious. Wander a little farther. You never know what you’ll find.

September magic on the Bay of Fundy

September is one of the best times of year for whale watching on Grand Manan — and lately, our guests haven’t even had to leave their cottage to catch the show.

We’ve had lots of whale sightings right from the hot tubs, with guests soaking under the open sky while watching whales pass through the bay. It doesn’t get much more magical than that.

Cooler evenings, fewer crowds, beautiful fall light and some of the best whale watching of the season… September might just be Grand Manan’s best-kept secret.

Come soak, slow down, and keep your eyes on the water.

Very limited September stays available — come experience it for yourself.
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Summer may be winding down, but some of the best island days are still ahead.

September on Grand Manan has a magic all its own — crisp mornings, quieter trails, incredible whale watching, cozy evenings and that first hint of fall in the air.

Spend your days exploring the island, then come home to your own little coastal retreat. Warm up in the sauna, brave the cold plunge, wrap yourself in a robe and settle in by the fire as the evening cools.

Less rush. Fewer crowds. More time to slow down and soak it all in.

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to sneak away to Grand Manan this fall… this might be it.

•September stays available
•Private beach access
•Sauna + cold plunge
•Cozy coastal cottage

Come experience island season at its coziest.
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In Our Element — A Weekly Element Four Series #11

Some island traditions are deliciously simple.

In the summer, one of ours is a weekly stop at North Head Bakery to pick up our bread for the week. Our favourite is the Saint John River Valley loaf — a grainy French-style bread that rarely makes it home without someone sneaking a piece first.

The bakery itself is one of those cozy, unassuming Grand Manan spots that just feels like part of island life. Settle in for lunch with a fresh sandwich, a warm bowl of soup or a slice of their spice pizza, or pop in while exploring North Head for a coffee and something sweet from the pastry case.

There’s something extra good about bread baked locally, a little bakery filled with character, and having a favourite order you come back for week after week.

Definitely one to add to your Grand Manan stops.

In Our Element — A Weekly Element Four Series #10

For week ten, we’re exploring a place woven right into the landscape around Element Four — Castalia Marsh.

At first glance, it’s quiet. But spend a little time here and you realize just how much is happening.

Flocks of geese gather across the marsh, shorebirds move with the tide, wild roses grow along the edges, and the shoreline is scattered with all the little things that make a toddler stop every few feet to investigate.

There are picnic shelters for lingering over lunch, places to wander, and plenty of room to simply stand still and watch island life happening around you.

No big hike. No destination to conquer. Just salt air, big skies, curious little hands and a beautiful corner of Grand Manan worth slowing down for.

This week, we’re very much In Our Element.

There’s still a little summer left… and Grand Manan is calling.

Slow mornings with the windows open to the salty air. Days spent exploring beaches, trails and hidden corners of the island. Evenings soaking under the sky, warming up in the sauna and settling into that peaceful kind of tired that only comes after a day by the sea.

And with August & September being some of the best months for whale watching in the Bay of Fundy, there’s still so much island magic ahead.

Come for the adventure. Stay for the quiet. Leave feeling a little more like yourself.

Your Grand Manan escape is waiting.

Old Thom, Grand Manan’s legendary orca, has been spotted back in the bay!

August and September are some of the very best months for whale watching on Grand Manan. As the waters fill with life, your chances of seeing whales—including humpbacks, minkes, fin whales, and, if you’re lucky, the magnificent orca Old Thom and his pod of white sided dolphins—are at their highest.

Whether you head out on a whale watching tour or simply keep your eyes on the water from one of the island’s many scenic lookouts, you never know what incredible encounter awaits.

If you’ve been thinking about a late summer getaway, there’s no better time.
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