The historic Rope Loft, known locally as the Old Wharf, is one of the oldest buildings still in commercial use in Nova Scotia, we are over 200 years old. In its time the solid oak building has seen fish, coal, grain and rum; privateers and pleasure craft, honest trading schooners & perhaps some landings unrecorded in local customs house. The building was constructed using the remnants of the famed privateer ship "Teaser", which burned and sank in the waters of Mahone Bay.  With loving care the hand-hewn beams have been spruced up, both inside and out, leaving the old character of the building unchanged.

The Rope Loft Circa 1920 (middle left)

The Rope Loft in the late 1960's. Then owned by Aubrey Evans. The business offered fuel, boat rentals and army surplus items.

1976. Photo taken from the Government Wharf the day after the Groundhog day storm. The Rope Loft, then owned by Aubrey Evans, can be seen in the background.

Groundhog Day 1976. The 90 foot Schooner 'Candy Apple' facing winds of 100 mph.