Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove is a postcard-ready fishing community spread across two snug coves just minutes from St. John’s. Salt-tinged air, colorful stages and boats, and the steady rhythm of a working harbour shape everyday life, while quick access to city jobs, healthcare, and entertainment keeps commutes simple without sacrificing a coastal lifestyle.
Out the front door, hikers tackle the wild headlands along the East Coast Trail, including the spectacular Cape Spear and Motion paths that skirt sea cliffs and seabird colonies. A short drive brings you to the windswept point and storied beacon at Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site, the easternmost tip of North America. Summer often means whale and puffin watching, with easy day trips south to Bay Bulls. Adventure-seekers can even find zipline thrills above the harbour, while food lovers chase fresh cod and crab straight from local boats.
Families value the small-town feel and access to schools within the Goulds area and broader St. John’s network under the Newfoundland and Labrador English School District. For higher education and research, Memorial University of Newfoundland is an easy commute. Housing ranges from classic saltbox homes with ocean views to newer builds tucked along the hillsides, giving buyers diverse options without leaving the shoreline.
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