Isaiah Tubbs Resort & Conference Centre is one of the larger resort-style properties in Prince Edward County, and its position on County Road 12 puts it on the lake side of the peninsula, where the great dune beaches are. It is described as having a private beach, a seasonal outdoor pool, two restaurants and free Wi-Fi, and because resorts of this kind change their facilities with the seasons, check when you book which of these are open for your dates. The name also points to a conference side, so expect a mix of leisure guests, wedding parties and groups, which can mean a livelier atmosphere on summer weekends and a quieter one midweek and out of season. We have not confirmed the room types, bed sizes or whether rooms have lake views, kitchenettes or balconies, so ask when you book, and ask about any resort or facility fees that may apply on top of the room rate. Prince Edward County is a summer destination first, with Sandbanks Provincial Park and North Beach Provincial Park on the same side of the county, but the wineries and cideries, the Millennium Trail and the small towns of Picton, Wellington and Bloomfield are all a short drive from a lakeside base. A resort with a pool and restaurants suits families and groups who want to spend a day on the sand and an evening close to dinner, while couples looking for a quieter, vineyard-style stay may prefer one of the inns on this page.
Location and getting around
County Road 12 runs along the southwestern shore of the county, and it is the road that leads to Sandbanks and the beaches. In summer it can be slow because of beach traffic, so build extra time into your plans when you drive to Wellington, Picton or the wineries around Hillier. A car is essential in the county, and the nearest services and restaurants may require a short drive, though a resort with its own restaurants can help on lazy days.
Check the exact distance to Sandbanks Provincial Park and to the beach you want to use, and ask whether the private beach is open to all guests and what the water conditions are like.
Rooms and atmosphere
A resort-style property usually offers a range of rooms, from standard double rooms to larger family rooms or suites, sometimes in separate buildings. Ask about the layout, whether rooms are on the ground floor, and which rooms are quietest. If you are travelling in summer, ask about air conditioning and about noise from events or the conference centre. In the cooler months the seasonal pool and some facilities may be closed, so check what remains available and whether the restaurants keep their normal hours.
Who it suits and good to know: it suits families, groups of friends and visitors who want a beach-side base with on-site dining at a moderate price. It is less suited to travellers looking for a boutique atmosphere or a quiet, adults-only retreat, where Merrill House or the Bloomfield Inn on this page may fit better.
Confirm check-in and check-out times, parking, pet rules and cancellation terms before you pay. Prince Edward County is very busy on summer weekends and during festivals, and rooms near the beaches sell out early, so reserve as soon as your dates are fixed. When you check availability, please also check what is included, since the details can change.
Why stay here
- ✓Private beach (check when you book)
- ✓Seasonal outdoor pool (check when you book)
- ✓Restaurants on site (check when you book)
- ✓Conference and event space
- ✓Wi-Fi (check when you book)
- ✓Parking (check when you book)
- ✓Air conditioning (check when you book)
- ✓Pet policy (check when you book)
Good questions
Does Isaiah Tubbs Resort have a beach?+
It is described as having a private beach, but check access and conditions for your dates when you book.
Are the pool and restaurants open all year?+
Seasonal facilities usually operate in the warmer months only, so check what is open for your dates.
Is it close to Sandbanks Provincial Park?+
It is on County Road 12, the road that leads to the beaches, but check the exact drive time on the map.
