Quiet Places to Stay in PEI: 5 Peaceful Retreats for Your Soul
- Sara Easterbrook
- 13 minutes ago
- 3 min read
There’s something sacred about silence.
Not the awkward kind that buzzes with tension — but the good kind. The kind that comes wrapped in a salty breeze and sounds like rustling leaves, distant waves, and your own breath finally slowing down.
If you’ve been craving stillness, escape, and a place to just be — PEI has you covered.
Here are 5 quiet places to stay in Prince Edward Island when your nervous system is begging for peace.
1. Red Dirt Escape – Beach Point, PEI
Secluded. Coastal. Cozy.

Tucked just 20 minutes from the Wood Islands ferry, Red Dirt Escape is a coastal gem perched on the edge of the island. Surrounded by rolling fields and just steps from the shore, this peaceful retreat feels like you’re at the edge of the world — in the best way.
You’ll find kayaks ready for a slow morning paddle, a fire pit that crackles under starlit skies, and a view that reminds you to put your phone down.
Best for: Couples, families, writers, and wanderers
Peace perk: 15 min walk to the water— just salt air and red cliffs.
2. Ye Olde Sailor – Alberton, PEI
Riverside hot tub. Cedar sauna. Zero responsibilities.

This isn’t your average cottage stay. Ye Olde Sailor is a rustic-luxe retreat right on the water — where mornings begin with coffee on the screened porch and nights end under the stars, soaking in the indoor hot tub.
Want total stillness? The cedar sauna sits just steps from the river, giving you a front-row seat to floating fog and birds singing.
Best for: Friends Getaways, Families or small groups who want rest + reconnection
Peace perk: SUP boards and fire table included — just add silence.
3. JJ’s Happy Place – Stanhope, PEI
Coastal charm with big family energy — minus the noise.

JJ’s is the kind of cottage where time slows down. Just a short drive to Panmure Island Beach and surrounded by calm coastal roads, it’s ideal for a quiet week of reading, reconnecting, and maybe even… doing nothing at all.
Even at full capacity, JJ’s feels calm — a layout built for breezy mornings and board games at night.
Best for: Families and friends who want connection, not chaos
Peace perk: Sunrise views and quiet nights after the kids crash.
4. Westisle Retreats – Kildare Capes, PEI
Big enough for 12. Quiet enough for everyone to exhale.

Westisle is proof that you can bring the whole crew without sacrificing your sanity. Perched near the island’s most underrated beaches and with the national park just a drive away, it’s a retreat that lets you be together without feeling like you’re on top of each other.
Curl up by the fire pit, wander down the shoreline, and reconnect without the noise.
Best for: Multigenerational families, retreats, reunions
Peace perk: Space. Real, honest space — inside and out.
5. Harbourview Haze – Wood Islands, PEI
Moody, modern, and made to reset.

Harbourview Haze is the latest Nine02 retreat — a moody-black barndominum set against soft island skies. Think modern coastal meets quiet luxury. With a sauna, gym, and games room, this is where wellness and solitude collide.
Just minutes from the ferry and surrounded by forested stillness, Harbourview Haze invites you to rest, recharge, and step fully into you.
Best for: Wellness getaways, creatives, couples, or solo escapes
Peace perk: Private cedar sauna, moody interiors, and zero outside noise — just space to exhale.
🌊 What Makes PEI So Peaceful?
It’s not just the views (though they help).It’s the pace of life. The kindness of strangers. The deep inhale you take as soon as you cross the bridge or step off the ferry.
At Nine02, we believe that peace is productive — and your vacation should feel like a vacation. Every one of our properties is designed to help you unplug, unwind, and return home feeling like the best version of yourself.
🛏️ Ready to book your quiet PEI escape?
Avoid the third-party fees and book direct. And find out what it really feels like to rest.
👉 See What’s Available → nine02.ca
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