Dildo, Trinity Bay
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Dildo Island
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Lloyd George House Registered Heritage Structure
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Town of Dildo
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Dildo is a small town located between South Dildo and New Harbour. The community, which is a local service district, is on Route 80 about 80 minutes from St. John's and 30 minutes from Bay Roberts and Carbonear.
Town Name - Dildo
How the town got its name is a source of interest to many people. The Legion Magazine featured an article on the origin more from Legion Magazine >>
The town's unusual name brings many visitors who have their pictures taken with the town sign. These visitors are pleasantly surprised to discover they have found a real treasure! Tara Brautigam recently wrote an article about Dildo for Canoe.ca Travel more from canoe.ca >>
Dildo Road Sign
"Prettiest Small Town"
Dildo, which Harrowsmith Magazine has named one of prettiest small towns in Canada, offers visitors B&Bs, efficiency units, vacation homes, craft stores, food stores and restaurants. Pitcher's Pond Golf Course is only about 20 minutes away. Marine mammals, seabirds, and other wildlife have populated the area for centuries, and it is common to see whales frolicking in the harbour. The town has a growing marina used for pleasure boats and fishing boats. Sailing on the tour boat the Irish Mist, tourists can visit historic Dildo Island. Visitors are also interested in the restored Lloyd George House, built in 1885, which is currently operated as a B&B.
Lloyd George House B&B
Photo: NL Registered Heritage Structures
Dildo Island
A boat tour in Dildo Arm and Dildo Island enables the visitor to see whales, seabirds, birds of prey, fish, and plants in their natural setting. Interpretational boat tours are available to Dildo Island, where remnants of the island's fascinating history can be seen, including archaeological sites that have yielded a great deal of information about the Recent Indian and the Dorset Eskimo, and the remains of the first Cod Fish Hatchery in the province.
The Irish Mist
Offers Tours of Dildo Island Dildo Area Interpretation Centre
The town's museum, the Dildo Area Interpretation Centre, has archaeological exhibits and artifacts depicting the prehistory and history of the area's occupation by: Maritime Archaic Indians - 4000 to 5000 yrs ago; more about the Maritime Archaic Indians from www.bacalieudigs.ca >> Dorset Eskimo - 2000 to 1100 yrs ago - more about the Dorset Eskimo site from www.baccalieudigs.ca >>; Recent Indians - 900 yrs ago - more about the Recent Indian site from www.baccalieudigs.ca >>; Beothuk - 400 yrs ago more about the Beothuk from www.crossroadsforcultures.ca >>
The Centre provides interpretation of the 19th Century cod fish hatchery located on Dildo Island between 1889-1897. Aquariums and a touch tank also house different species of marine life. Outside, a small heritage fish room has been constructed, this includes a fishing stage, landing wharf and a fish drying flake. A replica of a giant squid caught in Dildo in 1933 can also be seen here.
Dido and Area Interpretation Centre
Town of Dildo
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Dildo Area Interpretation Centre Exhibits depicting the prehistory and history of the area for over 4000 years. Open: June - Sept Daily: 10:00am to 6:00pm Admission Adults $2.00, children $1.00, Family Pass -$5.00 Wheelchair Accessible.
Contact: Front Road, Dildo NL A0B 1P0 Tel 582-3339 Off Season 582 2687
Dildo Dory Grill is a fine dining establishment situated right on the waterfront of the picturesque community of Dildo Newfoundland. Our goal is to present our patrons with a excellent meal and a great view. Whether you are from just around the bay or you come from abroad, you can experience all the beauty and serenity of rural Newfoundland.
Contact: Monica Schmidt 9 Front Road, Dildo NL A0B 1P0 Tel: (709)582-3776 Take-out: (709) 582-3194 Email: dhvc@personainternet.ca Web Site: www.dildodorygrill.com
Dildo Island Adventure Tours are conducted on the "Irish Mist" luxurious cabin cruiser that operates right out of the heart of Dildo. Visit the Dildo Island Archaeological Site, have a Newfie boil up, view icebergs and rock formations, observe whales, seabirds, & other marine life. Daily departures, flexible departure times (May-October) Specialty evening cruises are also offered.
Contact: Paula McIntegart PO Box 317, Dildo NL A0B 1P0 Tel: (709) 582-2988, Fax: (709)582-2988 Web Site: www.dildoislandtours.com
George House Heritage B & B  Built in 1885, the George House of Dildo is a landmark in the community and a symbol of the lasting influence of the family. This second empire style house sits imposingly overlooking the fishing village and harbor offering a Victorian period atmosphere. With 4 guest rooms, great views, whirlpool tubs, silk wall coverings in guest rooms and hall, private en-suite baths, air-conditioning, period antiques, a great base to tour the Avalon Peninsula . Contact: Todd Warren 78 Front Road Dildo NL A0B 1P0 Tel (709) 582-3170 Fax (709) 582-3175 Toll Free 1-888-339-7829 Web Site: www.dildoinns.com
Inn by the Bay B & B Oceanside 1880's plantation like property, offering exceptional accommodations, 6 guest rooms with private en-suite baths, TV/DVD, wireless internet and telephone in each room. We offer daily a four course evening dinner menu with bar service, recommended where to eat in Canada 2006-08. A full hot Breakfast each day, we draw from our organic kitchen garden on-site. Lots of area attractions, including museums, winery, boutique shops, boat and hiking tours, whale, iceberg and whale watching. Contact: Todd Warren 78 Front Road Dildo NL A0B 1P0 Tel (709) 582-3170 Fax (709) 582-3175 Toll Free 1-888-339-7829 Web Site: www.dildoinns.com
Island View Efficiency Cottage & Units Located 11km north on route 80 from the Trans Canada Highway these affordable efficiency units are ideally located, centrally on the Avalon Peninsula. Cottage and units are a short distance away from local activities and amenities in the surrounding area. Cottage and units are a stones throw from the ocean and have private access to the beach, satellite TV, washer and dryer access and a recreational area for children and adults from swings to horse shoes.
Contact: Wayne Pinsent Dildo NL A0B 1P0 Tel (709) 582-2229 Web Site: www.dildocottages.com
Kountry Kravings n' Krafts is a restaurant and craft store in the heart of Dildo. See website for menu.
Contact: Denise Legge, 90 Front Road, Dildo NL A0B 1P0 Phone:582-3888 Fax:709-582-2950 Email: info@dildosouveniers.com
Web Site: www.dildosouvenirs.com
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