And now for something a little different: five geodesic 'tree-pods,' hidden away in woodland about 19km from Victoria. The pods range in size, but all have proper beds, kitchen, wooden deck and private hot tub, and you can listen to the sounds of nature as you nod to sleep. Glamping's not for everyone, but it's a change from boring B&Bs.
Treetop Haven
Prince Edward Island
Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
24.62 MILES
This amazing place brings a new meaning to recycling. The three buildings here are constructed entirely from reclaimed bottles, collected from the local…
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Prince Edward Island National Park
19.85 MILES
Running along the island's north coast for 42 sandy kilometers, this national park encompasses some of the island's finest beaches, alongside a diverse…
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24.33 MILES
Mi'kmaq culture remains strong on the little 535-hectare wooded islet known as Lennox Island, and this cultural center provides a decent primer on…
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26.53 MILES
Built in 1875, this striking lighthouse is immediately recognizable thanks to its black-and-white paint job. At 21m high, it's the tallest lighthouse in…
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22.61 MILES
Dedicated in 1873, Charlottetown's most popular and beautiful waterfront green space has 16 hectares of lush loveliness for you to enjoy on a fine day. A…
17.02 MILES
Owned by author LM Montgomery's grandfather's cousins, the now-famous House of Green Gables and its Victorian surrounds inspired the setting for Anne of…
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Lucy Maud Montgomery's Cavendish Homestead
17.34 MILES
This restored homestead arguably offers a more authentic picture of author Lucy Maud Montgomery's life and times than the more heavily marketed Green…
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16.5 MILES
This homestead is an important part of the Anne of Green Gables mythos. Set in 110 hectares of fields and woodland, the house was built by author Lucy…
Nearby Prince Edward Island attractions
6.05 MILES
A marvel of Canadian engineering, the Confederation Bridge spans 12.9km linking Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick. Opened in 1997, it's the longest…
2. Victoria Seaport Lighthouse Museum
7.72 MILES
This museum has an interesting exhibit on local history. If it's closed, get the key from the shop across the road.
10.97 MILES
The modern Eptek Exhibition Centre features local and traveling art exhibitions.
10.99 MILES
This redeveloped waterfront is the highlight of Summerside. A continually expanding boardwalk allows you to wander and enjoy the harbor and its scenic…
5. Lucy Maud Montgomery Birthplace
12.61 MILES
Author Lucy Maud Montgomery was born in this humble little white-and-green clapboard house on November 30, 1874. Fans of Anne of Green Gables will thrill…
6. Cape Jourimain Nature Centre
15.36 MILES
Set on the Northumberland Strait, this 675-hectare nature center has 13km of walking trails and a worthwhile interpretive center. A four-storey tower…
15.42 MILES
Blessed are the cheesemakers, or so they say. This one produces numerous variants of Gouda, which makes the perfect addition to any picnic hamper…
15.88 MILES
The very worthwhile Acadian Museum, in Miscouche, uses 18th-century Acadian artifacts, texts, visuals and music to enlighten visitors about the tragic and…