The Compass Rose is a lovely little place near the wharf in Grand Manan. The inn consists of two houses next to each other. We stayed in the second house. It was very clean, comfortable and nicely decorated with antiques. There was a small deck in back with chairs where you could sit and watch the fishing boats and ferries.

My favourite thing about the Compass Rose has to be the dining room, in the main house. It's decorated with shell art and sea glass and a lot of drawings and little watercolours of the house. It also overlooks the water and the wharf. And the food is great. They have the best brown bread I've ever tasted. And the staff is very friendly.

We stayed at the Compass Rose for two nights. Grand Manan is a very interesting island - with a population consisting almost entirely of fisherman. You won't find any luxury yachts in any of their harbours. It's a chance to see NB life as it really is - without all the touristy glitz. And the Compass Rose is a wonderful place to see it from. Located very close to the ferry terminal, it is right on the shore - and from the deck you can watch the fishing boats come in in the evening. The breakfast (on the "lighter" side) was tasty and the breakfast room is georgeous. It was extremely clean and beautifully decorated - a very charming place.

A two-minute walk from the CR you will find Adventure High - a kayak/bike rental and adventure company. Renting a bike is a great way to see the island and it's many lighthouses. We cycled out the Whistle Road and watched whales from the point. We also rented kayaks from AH and joined a sunset tour. This was fun and the scenery was amazing, but they DO NOT provide spray skirts!! So we got soaked and that wasn't fun.

Other than that our stay on Grand Manan was wonderful.

The Compass Rose is a charming B&B within walking distance of the ferry. It has water views of the harbor and Stanley Beach. The rooms are comfortable, nicely decorated, with excellent mattresses (!), and modern bathrooms. Flagg House has a small deck with Adirondack chairs overloking the water. A well prepared breakfast is included. Dinners are excellent, if pricey. The dining room is bright and airy with wonderful views.