The Sir Andrew Macphail Foundation is a non-profit organization which is dedicated to celebrating and continuing the legacy of Sir Andrew Macphail (1864-1938), as expressed in his life, his writing and his practical action to enhance the quality of rural Island life.
Tours:
The Homestead is open to the public from June – September, Tuesday – Friday (and Sundays for Brunch in July & August only) 9:30 am – 4:30 pm. Please email macphailhomestead@gmail.com or call 902 651-2789 with questions. Open in Oct or Nov by appointment or chance.
Food:
We operate the Veranda Cafe’ at lunchtimes in peak season.
July 1st – Sept 22, 2018. Tuesday – Friday from 11:30 pm – 2:30 pm.
Sunday Brunch 11 am – 2 pm.
The Homestead can be rented for events, weddings, meeting, and seminars.
Garden & grounds are usually open from 9 am -5 pm. The main gates are closed at 5 pm – please park outside the gates if you plan to hike the woods after 5 pm (we don’t want to lock you in!) Macphail Woods –Most of the homestead’s 57 hectares (140 acres) are wooded and include a stream and walking trails.
