Design Your Own
Culinary Retreat
in Newfoundland
Stay, Taste, and Experience
build your experience around land, food and storytelling.
How it Works
This isn’t just a place to sleep. It’s a place to reconnect through food, stories and hands-on experiences. Here is what to do:
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Click the Book Now/Explore Retreat Buttons
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Choose your Room Type
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Add on any available Culinary Tours Happening that day in the booking window.
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Have troubles? Give us a call or email to build your custom culinary retreat.
2 Day Culinary retreats that include our signature experiences typically start at
$410 per person with double occupancy.
Price is dependent on experiences and accommodation selection.
Elevated Experiences
Design a stay that brings you closer to the land, the food, and the stories of Newfoundland.
At Upper Humber Settlement, your time here can be shaped around a selection of immersive culinary experiences. Many guests choose to build a multiple night stay and weave in offerings like our signature experiences such as our Farm to Table Story Experience and our Farm & Forage Experience. Many return customers or guests who want a whole retreat fill in the itinerary with other experiences such as our Fire Circle, Traditional Jam Making Session, or our NEW Fire - to - Table Experience.
2 Day Culinary retreats that include our signature experiences typically start at
$410 per person with double occupancy.
Price is dependent on experiences and accommodation selection.
In our Custom Curated Culinary Retreats...
You choose your FarmStay B&B Room
- Quaint Quarters: cozy, grounded, simple
- Moonlit Loft: elevated, spacious, romantic
- Sunset Suite: warm, relaxing, and light-filled
You choose the culinary experiences that are happening on our calendar that interest you. Stay an extra night to explore the surrounding area, take in other local farm attractions, discover our unique destination. I often refer to Cormack as the first untold story on the Viking Trail.
You design and You curate you experience than Stay, Taste and Experience an unforgettable FarmStay in Western Newfoundland.
More than a FarmStay B&B
Whether you join us for one experience or create a full multi-day retreat, you’ll leave feeling grounded, refreshed, and connected — with the flavours of wild, wholesome food lingering long after your stay.
This isn’t just a place to sleep.
It’s a place to:
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connect with where your food comes from
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experience Newfoundland through its flavours
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slow down and gather around fire, land, and story
A Review...
Heather Brownlee
a year ago❘ Google Review❘ 5/5❘ Vacation ❘ Solo
My stay at Upper Humber Settlement in Cormack, Newfoundland, from May 9-12, 2024, was an unforgettable experience that exceeded all my expectations. This bed and breakfast farm stay is a true gem, nestled in a beautifully curated farmhouse set in a serene forest. From the moment I arrived, I felt incredibly welcomed and at home, thanks to the warm hospitality of Lauralee and Mark.
If you're looking to immerse yourself in an authentic Newfoundland family environment, Upper Humber Settlement is the perfect place. I was fortunate to participate in all four unique experiences offered by Lauralee and Mark, each providing a deep connection to Newfoundland's land, heritage, and traditional cooking.
One of the highlights was the foraging experience, which culminated in cooking moose with alder cream sauce on a brazier in the garden. The meal was absolutely delicious, and the other meals were equally impressive, featuring homemade smoky bacon, moose sausages, and delectable date squares. The food was a testament to the deep-rooted connection Newfoundlanders have with their land and their culinary traditions.
Lauralee's gentle guidance during our jam-making session with wild blueberries was a delightful experience. Paired with homemade tea cakes and traditional Newfoundland music played on a vintage record player, it was a charming and memorable activity that offered a taste of the region's rich cultural tapestry.
The storytelling dinner provided by Lauralee was another standout experience. With each delicious course, she wove a moving tale about the early settlers of the Upper Humber area, making the dinner both engaging and enlightening. It was a unique way to connect with the history and culture of the place, adding depth and meaning to each bite.
A very special moment was Lauralee sharing her Mi'kmaq indigenous heritage through a fire ceremony and guided meditation. This profound experience added a meaningful layer to my stay, offering a rare glimpse into the spiritual traditions of the land and its people. Lauralee and Mark's kindness and attentiveness made my stay incredibly comfortable and unique.
They went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect, making this experience one of the highlights of my trip to Newfoundland. I can't recommend Upper Humber Settlement highly enough for anyone looking to explore Newfoundland culture and tradition in a welcoming and homely setting. Upper Humber Settlement offers more than just a place to stay; it provides a truly unique connection with place and culture.
Lauralee and Mark have created an environment where guests can deeply engage with Newfoundland's heritage, traditions, and the natural beauty of the land. This experience is a must for anyone seeking an authentic and enriching adventure in Newfoundland.