Hostel in Port Rexton

 Hi Everyone- if there is a big group of you and you have a car, this hostel is for you! Located 30 mins from the venue, it would be a great place to crash. Check it out below!


 http://www.skerwinkhostel.com/index.htm

Email RSVP

Greeting to all!

Just wanted to let everyone know that if you can't get the RSVP card to us, no worries! Just click on the email address below and email us to let us know!

chelseymacneil@gmail.com

Thanks guys!

xo
Chelsey and Sam

Updates! Updates!

The approximate wedding ceremony location

We had a great time last weekend, getting out around the bay to see the wedding venue for the first time in a few months. It was nice to have the time to take measurements, finalize logistical details and get a feel for the space. It is going to be awesome! There is a great atmosphere, beautiful surroundings, and all the necessary amenities.

A few more updates/notes:

• If you are renting a car, it is a good idea to do so before long. If you don't need a car while you are here, there will be plenty of rides going out to the venue from St. John's throughout the week (particularly on Wednesday and Thursday). If you need/want a ride, let us know so we can sort it out for you on this end.
• Rooms are starting to book up, and while there are plenty in the area it is probably a good idea to book relatively early. If you are looking to share accommodation or you aren't certain which rentals are the best for you, just let us know. Many have done so already!

We have also had a couple of requests about how to access our wedding registries. Please note that there is absolutely no expectation of gift-giving, but we are thankful for the interest some guests have shown in doing so and hope the registry facilitates the process.

The registry at Home, which is a locally-owned boutique in St. John's, has to be accessed by phoning them directly. The number is (709) 738-8228, and I think you will find them very helpful. They will handle the whole process for you, from selection to delivery if you require. 

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Our registry at The Bay can be accessed by going to www.hbc.com, then clicking on "National Gift Registry" and searching either of our names (Chelsey MacNeil or Sam Paterson).

The RSVP's are coming in!

We're moving along with plans now, with several new developments. We will have the campsite details sorted out before long; details will be posted on this site. There are also lots of offers coming in from local friends of beds to crash in for the night and extra rooms/camping area available.

If you are planning on renting a car in St. John's, we would suggest doing so within the next couple of months. Car rentals go quickly in Newfoundland during tourist season, and we don't want to see anyone stuck. That being said, there will be a lot of vehicles coming out of St. John's in the week leading up to the wedding. We can also organize a pick-up at the Argentia ferry terminal for "walk-ons".

If you have any questions about accommodations/travel/anything, don't hesitate to email us at chelseymacneil@gmail.com or sam.paterson@gmail.com. Also, if you live in St. John's you can drop completed RSVP cards off at Model Citizens if you would rather.

March 28th Update

The remainder of the invites will be going out this week, so all guests can expect one soon if you haven't gotten it already! Places are already booking up quickly, so let us know if you need a hand finding a good place.
We will soon have final info on transportation for the night of the event, as well as the availability of camping (which will be ample, and close to the venue).

Another useful link

This is the website for the town of Bonavista, and has lots of good links to local attractions, accommodations etc.

www.bonavista.net

Tentative Schedule for the week

Hi gang!

Here is a tentative schedule for the week of our wedding. This will be updated later if anything changes.

Currently, we are sending out invites and finalizing things like the wedding band, tents, camping, etc. Fun stuff! Email us at chelseymacneil@gmail.com or sam.paterson@gmail.com if you have any questions.

Monday, August 8th

• Rehearsal Dinner (Immediate family/Wedding Party) at the Epicurean Kitchen, St. John's

Tuesday, August 9th

• Bachelor/Bachelorette Party
• Guests begin moving out to Bonavista Peninsula

Wednesday, August 10th

• Setup and family fun, culminating in Family Movie Night at the Garrick Theatre in Bonavista.
• Family photos will be taken at night

Thursday, August 11th

• Final setup and remainder of guests check-in to accommodations

Friday, August 12th

• Wedding at 3pm, with reception to follow immediately in Sandy Cove, Elliston.
• Breakfast will be available for those interested

Saturday, August 13th

• Brunch, followed by activities to be confirmed; Possibilities currently include kayaking, hiking, horseshoes, softball, or day trip to Trinity for a daytime theatre performance.
• From afternoon to evening, barbeque/open mic/party at Paterson Home in Upper Amherst Cove

Please keep checking in on this site for more details.

Places to Stay: Fisher's Loft Inn

Hi All,


Just wanted to highlight a really beautiful place to stay in Port Rexton, NL which is about 20 mins away from Elliston. We have included some information from the website below and a link to their website. If you would like to stay here, please email us at chelseymacneil@gmail.com and we can make sure you are booked in, as we have some rooms reserved for the wedding. 



Fishers Loft


Fishers’ Loft is in Port Rexton, one of 12 picturesque fishing outports dotted along the rugged coastline between New Bonaventure and English Harbour on Trinity Bay — the Trinity Bight. 


Fishers' Loft Inn is on the internationally renowned Skerwink Trail, a 5.3 km coastal, woodland trail (named by Travel & Leisure Magazine among the top 10 hiking trails in Canada).


From the Loft, you look across the vast and ever-changing reaches of Trinity Bay. Closer to home and rising from the approaches to Ship Cove is Fox Island, once a fortification. Icebergs and whales, eagles and osprey are often seen from our shores.

Check out rates and reservation details at Fisher's Loft website below:


http://www.fishersloft.com/

Where to stay

There are a number of great places to stay in the area surrounding the wedding venue. Here are links to a few of them, and we will also be block-booking some rooms. If you have any questions, let us know by commenting on this post or emailing chelseymacneil@gmail.com or sam.paterson@gmail.com

• http://www.caperace.com/accommodations/
• Thomas Mouland House and The Anchor are both beautiful vacation homes within 10 min. of the wedding venue.
• http://www.bbcanada.com/1420.html
• Abbott's B&B is a nice affordable stay in Bonavista.
• http://www.bbcanada.com/1412.html
• Butler's By the Sea is another nice local B&B.
• http://www.elizabethjcottages.com/
• Beautiful 4-1/2 star cottages in Bonavista.
• Hotel Bonavista: (709) 468-1900
• This hotel is very close to the wedding venue; call for rates and details.
• http://www.bbcanada.com/10636/html
• Jubilee House B&B is in a beautiful heritage home in Bonavista.
• http://www.lancasterinn.ca/
• The Lancaster Inn is a new 4-1/2 star in Bonavista.
• http://www.marbellacottage.com/index.php
• Another new guest home in Bonavista.
• http://www.harbourquarters.com/
• Many guests will be staying at this hotel, which features furniture made by the groom's father.
• http://www.easternedgevacations.com/
• There are several properties listed on this site, as well as information about Elliston and the surrounding area.
• dougcole@eastlink.ca
• Elliston B&B
• pamoldford@hotmail.com
• Island View Cabin, Elliston
• www.seaportinn.ca
• A comfortable hotel/motel in Port Union, about 15 minutes from Elliston.
• www.trinitybightvacations.com
• Several rental homes owned and managed by a friend of our family.
• www.fishersloft.com
• An exquisite 4 1/2 Star Inn, owned and operated by friends of the bride and groom.
• www.trinityexperience.com
• Parkside Inn, a comfortable motel about 30 minutes from the wedding site.
• www.sherwoodsuites.com
• Spacious cabins and suites, 30 minutes from the wedding site.

There are other great places to stay as well, just check out the NL Tourism website.

Planning a vacation!

We know that many of our guests are planning on doing some touristy things in Newfoundland, so here are a few links that should help.

• http://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com/
• This is the main Newfoundland and Labrador tourism site, which is a wealth of information about all things Newfoundland. The wedding will be taking place in the Eastern Region.
• http://www.thediscoverytrail.org/english/hikediscovery/index.html
• For those who enjoy hiking, this site will tell you everything you need to know about hiking on the Bonavista Peninsula.
• http://www.stjohnstime.ca/
• St. John's has a number of great summer festivals, many of which take place in the weeks leading up to the wedding

We will post more links over the following weeks.

Directions from Argentia to wedding location in Elliston

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Directions from Port-aux-Basques to wedding location in Elliston

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Directions from St. John's to wedding location in Elliston

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