About Salmon River Country Inn / The Mermaid Eatery

Salmon River Country Inn / The Mermaid Eatery is a charming country inn set along Nova Scotia’s scenic Eastern Shore, offering a relaxed and welcoming coastal retreat. Surrounded by nature and close to the ocean, the inn provides comfortable accommodations paired with warm Maritime hospitality. Guests can enjoy peaceful surroundings while savoring locally inspired meals at the on-site Mermaid Eatery. It is an ideal stop for travelers seeking tranquility, fresh cuisine, and an authentic East Coast experience. Cozy, well-appointed guest rooms On-site restaurant, The Mermaid Eatery, featuring local flavors Scenic rural setting near the coast Friendly, personalized service Convenient access to Eastern Shore attractions Ideal for couples, solo travelers, and small getaways Peaceful atmosphere perfect for relaxation

Amenities at Salmon River Country Inn / The Mermaid Eatery

Salmon River Country Inn / The Mermaid Eatery offers Bar/lounge, Breakfast service, Free breakfast, Restaurant, Wifi Available, Accessible property, Pets allowed with a fee, Smoke-free property, Air conditioning, Garden, Heating, Terrace, Wheelchair accessible, Pets allowed, Wheelchair accessible.

Location

Salmon River Country Inn / The Mermaid Eatery is located at 9931 Highway 7, Head of Jeddore.

Reviews and ratings

Salmon River Country Inn / The Mermaid Eatery has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 78 guest reviews.

Rooms and accommodations at Salmon River Country Inn / The Mermaid Eatery

  • Room, 1 Queen Bed

    1 Queen Bed

    Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Room, 2 Twin Beds

    2 Twin Beds

    Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

    1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

    Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

    1 Queen Bed

    Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

  • Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

    1 Queen Bed

    Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

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Rooms

Property Overview

Salmon River Country Inn / The Mermaid Eatery is a charming country inn set along Nova Scotia’s scenic Eastern Shore, offering a relaxed and welcoming coastal retreat. Surrounded by nature and close to the ocean, the inn provides comfortable accommodations paired with warm Maritime hospitality. Guests can enjoy peaceful surroundings while savoring locally inspired meals at the on-site Mermaid Eatery. It is an ideal stop for travelers seeking tranquility, fresh cuisine, and an authentic East Coast experience.

  • Cozy, well-appointed guest rooms
  • On-site restaurant, The Mermaid Eatery, featuring local flavors
  • Scenic rural setting near the coast
  • Friendly, personalized service
  • Convenient access to Eastern Shore attractions
  • Ideal for couples, solo travelers, and small getaways
  • Peaceful atmosphere perfect for relaxation

Amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge
  • Breakfast service
  • Free breakfast
  • Restaurant

Internet access in public areas

  • Wifi Available

Property services

  • Accessible property
  • Pets allowed with a fee
  • Smoke-free property
  • Pets allowed
  • Wheelchair accessible

Features

  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Wheelchair accessible

Reviews

4.3
78
Reviews

Salmon River Country Inn & The Mermaid Eatery offers a delightful dining experience with authentic German cuisine and fresh seafood, set against a scenic backdrop of the Salmon River. Guests consistently praise the friendly service, accommodating dietary needs (particularly gluten-free options), and welcoming atmosphere, creating a memorable stop for travelers.

German cuisineScenic riverfront locationGluten-free optionsFriendly serviceLive music
location4.5
value4.5
service4.5
amenities4
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Dominika Cincio
3 months ago

Absolutely loved this place! ?? The food was delicious, the waterfront setting was beautiful, and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. We have celiac disease, so we especially appreciated that they have a dedicated gluten-free fryer. It made us feel safe and really allowed us to relax and enjoy our meal. Everything was fresh and tasty, and the service was wonderful. A fantastic spot to stop and enjoy a great meal while exploring Nova Scotia. We’ll definitely be back! ?????

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Cecilia Cordero
4 months ago

We discover this place by coincidence and we loved it, the workers are very nice and helpful, the food is great for the price. A great place where you can find german dishes at great price near the water. Thank you for your service.

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Kevin Strooband
6 months ago

Bavarian Mac n Cheese was quite good. The gluten-free schnitzel was a hit too (but she wishes she got the potato salad instead). The Weissbier was also great!

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Colleen Fowler
about 1 year ago

Stopped in because we were looking for a place to have a beer near the water. The owner happened to be outside and greeted us with a lovely smile and made us feel extremely welcomed there. Our server was amazing. Really helpful, quick, and friendly. We ended up eating dinner there too. The schnitzel and potato salad was delicious!

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Slobodan Savkovic
about 1 year ago

I loved the view from the terrace outside. The food was fabulous and budget friendly. They accomodate for food intolerance and allergies, so we had lovely sea food chowder with a bit of coconut cream instead of dairy. The modification actually helped us appreciate the fish broth and sea food taste even more. I loved the German influence too as I had really good schnitzel. Would recommend this place for lunch or dinner if you are in the area.

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Lawrence Durkin
about 2 years ago

We stayed at the Inn and enjoyed the food. We both had German style dinners; schnitzel and bratwurst sausages. They were served well with large beers. There was live music (guitar and fiddle) and the atmosphere was very enjoyable. The side room felt detached from the main space, it was nicer when we opened the slatted doors. Nevertheless, it was a nice end to a long day travelling.

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Mary Cook
almost 3 years ago

Loved it! German inspired, this little eatery is an awesome hidden gem. We lucked into some love music the night we attended. Service is top notch and food is great! And for anyone who's celiac, this place offers a lot of GF selections!

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Pilgrim Maslow
over 3 years ago

Well worth the drive. This is an Eastern Shore gem. The German food tasted very authentic. The Schnitzel, Sour Bratten and Spatzle were extremely tasty. And then you have to try the Strudel and Black Forest cake. Yum!!!! And then add the great staff, the view down Salmon River and it is a recipe for a great evening. Love this place.

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David Lo
over 4 years ago

Very nice variety, mixing German food and local seafood specialties. Service seemed a little slow and overwhelmed so hopefully the staff can ramp up a bit better. For food, we had the pork schnitzel (very nice, crispy and flavourful), fish chowder (a little heavy on the potato and needs some salt and hot sauce but the fish is nice), sauerbraten (sauce is good, and lingonberries were a nice touch), and bratwurst (I think it was just breakfast sausages so that was disappointing...). However the kids grilled cheese sandwich was genuinely delicious and we all wanted a bite!

Map

Property Address
9931 Highway 7
Head of Jeddore
Property Contact
902-889-2233