Liscombe Lodge Resort and Conference Centre in Halifax

Overlooking Liscomb River, this low-key seasonal lodge is 23 km from the fields of the Bay of Islands Center for Sustainable Development, and 27 km from the restaurants in Sherbrooke.Airy, relaxed rooms in the main lodge offer river views, free Wi-Fi and flat-screens, plus coffeemakers and balconies. Cottages and woodsy chalets add wood-burning stoves or fireplaces, and verandas.There's an upscale restaurant with river views and a fireplace, and a laid-back lounge. Other amenities include an indoor pool, 2 hot tubs and a sauna, as well as a gym, tennis courts, a conference centre and a marina. Activities such as fishing are also offered.