six small weddings each year. Unfortunately, like most businesses, this one didn’t come without its obstacles. Danny explains, “We started renting it six months before COVID.” Once COVID hit, they couldn’t rent it anymore and decided to sell their house in Lutes Mountain and move to the cottage. Once the restrictions were lifted, they were able to rent it again and get back to business, and decided to open their second location, which opened in 2022, known as the Island View Cottage along the Restigouche River. This historic getaway is nestled in Flatlands, Northern New Brunswick, and also offers year-round stays with breathtaking mountain views and starry skies. Conveniently located near essential amenities, and just minutes from Sugarloaf Provincial Bike & Ski Park, Nature Aventure, and Jake’s Restigouche Outdoor Adventures for an exciting kayaking adventure, making it easy to explore the scenic waters. From outdoor fun to fine dining at River Run Lodge (just 1 km away, open May–October), this waterfront retreat is perfect for a relaxing getaway. It was never their intention to enter the hospitality industry, but as entrepreneurs, they were able to pivot through the challenges they faced. “It didn’t make sense to just keep it for our little family when we could only use it a few times a year. It’s such a beautiful building with so much history and character.” Shortly after opening Island View, another
opportunity came up in Flatlands for Danny and Jo-Anne, along with an idea to offer an adults-only riverside glamping experience, and in 2023, Appalaches Domes & Spa opened. Their three innovative, Canadian- made geodesic domes redefine glamping. These aren’t just “tent domes”—they’re real, luxury four-season domes, designed for enduring comfort year-round. Each exquisitely engineered dome boasts: drinking water and a well-equipped kitchen, a bathroom with a modern shower and ample hot water, a cozy queen bed, heated floors, and adaptable climate control via heat pumps and pellet stoves— keeping you cool in summer and warm in winter. Exceptional energy efficiency and stunning surroundings, offering the finest glamping experience in any season. But here’s what truly sets these domes apart from ordinary tents: they’re built with a red cedar frame for enhanced strength and natural resilience and clad with practically bulletproof polycarbonate paneling. This combination delivers unmatched durability, thermal insulation, and all- weather performance. The dome experience is designed for couples or solo travelers seeking a true escape from everyday life, offering a chance to disconnect, slow down, and let nature take over. With breathtaking views of both the mountains and the river, each dome is built with countless windows so guests can wake up to panoramic scenery or stargaze right from the comfort of their bed. Guests have their own patio with a hot tub, barbecue for outdoor cooking,
Welcome to Jones Brook Cottage Welcome to Jones Brook Cottage, our beautiful and historic church cottage, uniquely situated in Boundary Creek, West Morland County, Southern New Brunswick, Canada The Jones Brook Cottage is available year-round for up to 8 adults. Our cottage is equipped with all the modern amenities you could desire, including a fully equipped chef’s kitchen, modern shower, luxury pool table, board games, piano, organ, and guitar. The three large, comfortable bedrooms provide ample space for relaxation, with one bedroom featuring two queen- sized beds. Enjoy the covered patio, perfect for rain or shine, and gather around the fire pit with wood included for cozy evenings under the stars.
Come, experience the serene elegance of Jones Brook Cottage, and let your journey of relaxation and cherished moments begin.
Where Rustic Charm Meets Elegant Comfort
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The space itself speaks to the beauty of nature - it’s calming and inspiring. ”
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