Fogo Island Inn

Always wanted to see this talked about Inn and Island. People were very nice. Inn very nice and very organic. Only negative was a $500 Thanksgiving surcharge for Thanksgiving dinner and we checked out Sunday. Many people were 2nd, 3rd, 4 th timers modtly from the US which makes sense considering the exchange. I have travelled a lot and $2500 a night was a bit over the top for what you get!

After returning from our honeymoon in Newfoundland and Nova Scotia, we are left with life long memories of pure amazement and bliss. Planning for over a year- we embarked on our east coast adventure. We were awe inspired at the intensity of the fall colours and warm sunshine for the drive from Gander to Farewell ferry. Our arrival at the Fogo Island inn was like visiting grandma’s house for a celebration. Colleen greeted us with open arms- the smells of fresh baked bread and ginger cookies lingered in the welcome area. The Atlantic Ocean was pounding outside the glass walls, creating surges of spray upon the shore. Multiple meet and greet conversations with the staff were so welcoming. Our room was incredible. The architectural design of the Inn and locally created furniture and art were stunning. Nova Scotian sparkling wine and delicious snacks of fresh bread, butter and molasses set the tone for three days of being perfectly spoiled in the most subtle way. Embodied by the passion of Fogo emanates from the land, sea and people. We had done extensive research about the Shorefast foundation and vision of Zita Cobb. In a nutshell- to create opportunities for Newfoundlanders to return home and take pride in their history, art, design and lifestyle. Todd Saunders architectural design of the Inn and artist cottages is so unique and puts a smile upon your face. We were lucky to meet both Todd and Zita, who welcomed us and our many questions about all things Fogo. Tracey, Sandy , Brie, Dacha, Mike and all staff went out of their way to make our experience so special. To be a guest at the Inn is private and a privilege. From the hot tubs out looking the ocean, to the stunning saunas and sitting areas- you really feel like the place is all yours. Guests are friendly, locals happy, and support staff at the wood shop went out of their way to accommodate us. The food is amazing. I can’t sum up what three days of eating creative, beautiful and complex simplicity. It looks and tastes like a very unique culinary experience. Thank you Fogo island - it was worth every penny and more. Can’t wait to return to see you all again. We loved being “come from away’s” are very happy customers.

The New Oxford American Dictionary defines “sublime” as “of such excellence, grandeur or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe.” Fogo Island Inn is sublime in every respect. The location is starkly beautiful, perched atop rocks at the very edge of the ocean. The architecture is stunningly unique, juxtaposing modern and historical aspects into a satisfyingly functional masterpiece. The food is adventurous, locally inspired, delicious, and plentiful. Special shout out to the amazing molasses cookies and top quality lattes (a very rare find in Newfoundland). All the furnishings and textiles in the Inn are made by local artisans. The care and attention to every detail makes for a very elegant yet completely comfortable stay. But what truly makes this place a one of a kind absolutely worth the investment (more $$$ than I have ever spent on a hotel, or likely ever will) is the genuinely welcoming embrace of each and every one of the staff and the opportunity to really get to know the people of the island and it’s history and culture. We had the extreme pleasure of having Aubrey, a local fisherman, show us around the island, telling us stories about his family, the history of the area, fishing, and what the Inn has meant for the locals. The entire time we spent there was awe inspiring. Go if you can. You will remember it forever.