The Inn at Bay Fortune - Five Star Luxury Inn

A food lovers paradise. We visited at the end of September - the end of the busy season. The Fireworks Feast was just amazing. Our suite in the North Tower was magical. Creaky floors and all. Breakfast was outstanding. We stayed two nights and found it difficult to find somewhere to eat in the afternoon on our second night without having to drive too far - most places had closed after the summer season. It was fun exploring that side of the island.

I came here for the Fireworks Feast on Sunday. It was fully booked online, so I figured I would try my luck in person in the morning and I'm so glad that I did. What a magical experience! Fabulous weather, sights, food, and company. What more can you ask for? Maureen (I think that was her name) at Guest Services was wonderful and gave me the pro tip to come early so that I could walk the beautiful grounds (not all of it is included in the farm tour) and to pace myself with the food. I got back there a little before 3p and was most hospitably welcomed by Patrick. I almost made it through all the trails and still made the farm tour at 4p. Head Farmer Kevin was amazing. I love his vision, passion, and restorative/sustainable agricultural practices. Sous Chef Matt and team were also amazing. Like with Kevin, their passion exudes from their work. You can glean all sorts of fun facts from them like why they smoked the salmon with birch or how they procured their Gouda while you go through the stations during oyster hour. You can definitely stuff yourself silly even before the dinner, so it's definitely not like one of those fine dining experiences where you wanna order a pizza right after. And, bonus, you get to make a new friend or two. While I didn't stay at the inn, the people that I spoke to that were staying there raved about their rooms and the breakfast.

Attended for the fireworks feast, one of my favourite culinary experiences. Great food, you leave stuffed, a wonderful grounds to wander and indulge with family or a partner, wonderful tour, and a really well paced evening. At the price point, I would request a couple adjustments in the future - please clearly price your wine glasses at cocktail hour as you do your cocktails (it was a surprise to find out that the two glasses on offer were 2-3x the price of a cocktail only when paying) and consider telling guests which cocktail hour appetizers are time limited (based on small lines that come up, we missed some great looking options). I’d welcome the opportunity to spend more money by taking home any baking or preserves to family members that couldn’t make it.

This was an absolutely magical experience for my family and I, getting to meet so many incredible people including chef Michael Smith and having the opportunity to eat one of the most delicious farm to table meals we've ever had, it was truly incredible! If you are on the fence about the cost of this dining experience, I can assure you, the food and experience far outweigh the cost! all of this and on the backdrop of a beautiful bay and gorgeous grounds! It is an absolute winner! Thank you so much Chef Michael and team! The Myles'

Really enjoyed my work retreat here. Stayed at the inn just a few minutes down the road, but that didn't take away from anything and I enjoyed both properties. The best part was the food and service - from the breakfast to the "feast", it was a real fun experience. The spirit and ethics of the place really permeates through everything. My room itself was quite nice, with a classic style (think chandelier) although make sure you close the drapes on the top floor or someone can see into your room!||One caution for business folks - there is no boardoom here!||Because I went on a work business trip (and didn't pay anything) it's hard for me to know if the experience is worth the cost but I think if you stay here with the mindset that this is an "experience" not just a place to sleep, it'll be worth it.

What an experience. This was an epic event and one we won't soon forget. We can only imagine what staying at the inn itself would be like, if the feast experience was off the charts. From the moment we got on the grounds, to the farm tour, to the pre-feast event, to the meal, to the amazing wine pairings (sommelier knew her stuff), to the dining experience with new friends, to the bonfire ending - it was A++ . The staff all genuinely appeared to be thoroughly enjoying their jobs and this resonated during the entire time here. It was so well worth the money we spent - we left educated, stuffed, and beyond satisfied. Getting to take two bonus cucumbers with us too - topped of the evening (a story for another time). Trust me - if you go here, you will have zero regrets.

I didn't stay at the Inn, but I did come specifically for the Fireworks Feast. This is not just a restaurant experience, but a holistic farm-to-table culinary JOURNEY, one-of-a-kind, that I cannot recommend enough. We were fortunate enough that the evening we reserved was beautiful and warm (I am not sure what the protocol would be in the event that there is rain or cold weather). The evening started with cocktails on the front lawn (I had the lavender lemonade, garnished with fresh flowers from the garden). We were then taken on a tour of the gardens and farms by head farmer Kevin, who provided a fascinating and thorough overview of the Inn's intentional farming practices, which focus on sustainability and are driven by solid environmental and agricultural science. The tour was followed by an absolutely delightful outdoor oyster hour, which included not only unlimited raw oysters (three exquisite varieties from PEI including from the Inn's own oyster farm in Bay Fortune), but a number of other stations with fire-cooked delights (oysters roasted in butter, tuna tataki/pork tacos, maple smoked salmon bites, bluefin tuna skewers, and corn "ribs" with chicken skin). Everything was cooked to perfection and it was difficult to restrain myself knowing that the oyster hour would be followed by a five-course meal). The whole concept of having outdoor food stations was so novel, and we learned that guests can opt to only participate in this portion of the evening which I might try at another point in time! After the oyster hour, we toasted with sparkling wine on the front lawn before heading in to the Inn for the main attraction. The dining area itself is spectacular... It was colourfully decorated, chic, and convivial. The diners are dispersed in different rooms but the tables are (for the most part) set up family style which added to the warm and vibrant atmosphere. The meal was then served, starting with bread (accompanied by three different spreads, my favourites being the whipped maple brown butter and lemon lime basil fresh cheese). This was followed by the chowder, which was not too heavy despite being very generous with the seafood. Next was the Earth Plate and shared harvest bowl, which is essentially a bowl of all of the day's harvest and forage (super vibrant and fresh, not to mention Instagram worthy). Thankfully there was as a bit of a break before the meat and potatoes dish. We enjoyed watching the "fire brigade" cooking the meal over the fire in the kitchen and taking in the infectiously joyful atmosphere of the restaurant. The main course was smoked beef brisket and oxtail, both of which were tender, juicy and bursting with flavour. There were tons of leftovers so we were fortunate to be able to bring a big box home with us! For dessert, we were served a lovely puff pastry with marigold buttermilk ice cream and compressed apples, which was a perfect way to end the meal (not too heavy and perfectly balanced). We were also given a skewer with a raspberry marigold marshmallow to toast over the fire outside. Everything about this experience was spectacular, but I think what really struck me was how happy all of the staff seemed to be about working there and how passionate they were about their work. This really came through in the service, and was really pivotal in creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. I know the price ($255) might seem steep at first glance, but considering all that was offered to us, I find the value for what we got was exceptional (this price also includes gratuities). My only regret was not meeting Chef Michael Smith, who is the first celeb chef that I ever followed back when I first graduated university, and whose recipes gave me the confidence to start cooking on my own. I plan on going back next year for my anniversary and I already cannot wait!!

Beautiful inn on stunning grounds. The service was great, and staff so friendly. We had called to see whether they would be able to check us in early, as we were part of the fireworks feast that evening and wanted to have time to relax and get ready before. (Check in is at 3, and the feast tour begins at 4). They said they would see what they could do, but unfortunately our room was not ready until 3pm anyway. They offer you a different treat everyday which was a nice touch. We stayed for the fireworks feast which is pricey but so worth it! The accommodations were good and the room was beautifully finished, although the room itself was tiny! There was not enough space to have both of our suitcases open at once, unless we used the bed. The grounds are stunning and I loved how mindful they were about their farming practices and respecting the earth. Overall, it was an incredible experience.