West Point Lighthouse Inn & Museum, where you can sleep in a lighthouse and wake to breathtaking sunsets. Built in 1875, this lighthouse was the first of the second-generation lighthouses on Prince Edward Island. Ascend the 72 stairs to the lantern deck for stunning views that capture the dramatic scenery of the western entrance of the Northumberland Strait. The keeper’s house, with its distinctive gable-roofed design and attached lean-to storage, showcases the architectural style common to many lighthouses.
In 1984, West Point Lighthouse embarked on a new journey as a museum, country inn, restaurant, and craft shop, blending unique architecture, folklore, and shipwreck history. This multifaceted destination offers not just a place to stay but an immersive experience in maritime heritage.