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Groundswell Pub & Inn — restaurant in D'Escousse, Cape Breton

Groundswell Pub & Inn

Stay and dine at this coastal pub and inn in D'Escousse, Cape Breton, with ocean views, adventure rentals, and locally sourced food for outdoor enthusiasts.

restaurantClosed· opens Thu 4pm· D'Escousse, NS · ★ 4.70 (248 reviews)
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Our friendly Inn and Pub is located among the breathtaking coastal paths and nature trails of Cape Breton. Looking out upon the ocean, the accommodation is a perfect base to explore the natural wonders of the area: hiking, cycling, sailing, kayaking, surfing, ATVing, fishing, and birdwatching. Or you can just relax and soak up the rustic charms of Isle Madame. We have five rooms in our Inn accommodation, one is wheelchair accessible, and a two bedroom cottage for you to make your home base while visiting with us. We have kayak, SUP, surf & cycle rentals, board racks, storage and workshop area. The perfect place to explore the great outdoors. Relax… you’ve arrived! Serving locally sourced food, our friendly, comfortable pub is a great place to unwind after a day of adventuring. Sit down, grab a pint, relax and talk to friends or meet explorers from near and far. A hub for outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, cyclers, kayakers, surfers, amblers, and ramblers, this is the place to discuss your latest trails, gather new info, share your adventures or just sit back, enjoy the music and soak up the atmosphere. Relax, unwind and enjoy the great outdoors; we welcome ALL types of adventurer. See you soon! Breakfast delivered to your room.

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