Ministers Island and the estate of railway magnate Sir Wiliam Van Horne can be reached at low tide by driving across the ocean floor in convoy. It is only permissable to visit the island as part of a guided tour. We were particularly interested to visit the island as the beautiful old home and huge barn built by Sir William were designed by Edward Maxwell. He and his brother William S. Maxwell were famous architects in Montreal at the turn of the 20th century and they designed (among other buildings)many grand summer 'cottages' for wealthy folk who came to holiday in St Andrews -by-the-Sea. Many of these gorgeous homes are still extant. William is particularly well known for his design of the building for the Shrine of the Bab which is a most Holy place for Baha'i pilgrims in Haifa, Israel.
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Ministers Island now has "open access"
That means,at low tide,you drive over and wander the island at leasure. There are guides there to answer your questions and help you in any way.
At high tide you take the shuttle boat over and again wander as you like.
You can bring a picnic and enjoy the views. We have tables for your usage.
Bring a bike and ride around the island or walk the groomed trails. We will give you a map.
Enjoy Ministers Island.
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