where the porch lights always glow
Mission
Designing extraordinary unforgettable guest experiences infused with the richness and authenticity of Nova Scotian hospitality
our vision
To inspire visitors from near and far to explore and embrace the creative vibrancy, welcoming spirit and natural wonder of the storied village of Parrsboro, along the majestic Fundy Shore.
From The Verandah
Summer is in full swing
Summer is in full swing at Gillespie House Inn and what a start we are enjoying. Our first time as innkeepers during the Parrsboro International Plein Air Festival was an experience we will always treasure. The community was abuzz with creative energy from the extraordinary artists who filled our town
Summer is in full swing
Summer is in full swing at Gillespie House Inn and what a start we are enjoying. Our first time as innkeepers during the Parrsboro International Plein Air Festival was an experience we will always treasure. The community was abuzz with creative energy from the extraordinary artists who filled our town
Room Spotlight
Explorer’s Edge
trails & sails
FROM $169/Night
The Explorer’s Edge is home to a timeless marble fireplace, Queen size pine sleigh bed, and four-piece en suite bath with an antique claw foot tub. This charming room is the perfect home base to prepare you for a memorable pathway to discovery as the morning sun streams in a welcoming message to seize the day.
- Queen Bed
- 4 piece en suite (with clawfoot tub)
- Writing Desk
- Beverage Station
- WIFI
- Canine Friendly
Room Spotlight
Stargazer's Lookout
sunsets & starlight
FROM $159/Night
This room features a splendid hickory queen size sleigh bed, a classic marble fireplace and a four-piece en suite bath. The west facing double window overlooks the front lawns which also offers moments of tranquility. Gorgeous sunsets and the enchanting starry nights of Parrsboro are sure to be etched into your memory banks forever.
- Queen Bed
- 4 piece en suite
- Writing Desk
- Beverage Station
- WIFI
- Canine Friendly
Room Spotlight
Beachcomber’s Dreamland
rising tides & sea breezes
FROM $169/Night
The mahogany armchairs add to the grace and ambiance of this heavenly haven. The large en suite bath features an antique claw foot bathtub, perfect for a luxurious soak after a long day exploring magnificent Fundy Shore red cliffs, mystical coves and shorelines where the sky greets the sea with a kaleidoscope of colours that changes each and every day.
- Queen Bed
- 4 piece en suite (with clawfoot tub)
- Writing Desk
- Beverage Station
- WIFI
- Canine Friendly
More Than Overnight
If you are looking for an elegant, yet cozy setting, for your next special milestone or important gathering, Gillespie House Inn could be your perfect location. Our inn has a lovely heritage character with an energizing modern flare and we are ready to make every experience extraordinary and unforgettable.
There are indoor and outdoor meeting spaces, not only our lovely inn itself, but also in our adjacent yoga studio or even in our gardens or on our beautiful porch. These spaces, each with its own distinct charm, can easily be converted to accommodate a range of business, private, relaxation or creative gatherings. We would love to host you as our guests or partner with you on an innovative venture.
- Weddings
- Friends Getaways
- Golf Weekends
- Writing or Reading Retreats
- Outdoor Adventure Excursions
- Business Meetings & Workshops
- Birthdays Celebrations
what our guests are saying
This level of curated quality guest service was unexpected and we loved it!
Thank you so much for making our last day in Nova Scotia so memorable.
Once in Parsboro, it sits on a hill In an unexpectedly easy to find location convenient to a small walkable town..The breakfast gave us a choice of 5 different entrees prepared and served like a 5 star restaurant.
Gillespie House Inn acknowledges that we work and live in Mi’kma’ki, the traditional/ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq People who have a distinct and significant history and heritage. We also recognize that African Nova Scotians are a distinctive people whose histories, legacies and contributions have enriched this part of Mi’kma’ki known as Nova Scotia for more than 400 years. In the 18th century, Mi’kmaq people and the British Crown entered historic Peace and Friendship Treaties, that created treaty relationships within Mi’kma’ki. We are all Treaty People.