The Mermaid Community
A quiet waterfront retreat just 10 minutes from the heart of Charlottetown, where rural PEI living meets city convenience.
Waterfront Living, Minutes from Town
Mermaid is a small, rural waterfront community located approximately 8 km northeast of downtown Charlottetown along the Hillsborough River. It offers the rare combination of genuine countryside privacy with easy access to the city's restaurants, shops, schools, and cultural institutions.
The area is characterised by larger rural lots of one acre or more, surrounded by fields, mature woodlands, and waterfront access. Mermaid Cove, a sheltered inlet along the river, is a favourite spot for kayaking, paddleboarding, and small-boat launches, and 35 Richard Douglas Drive includes deeded access to this private waterfront.
10–15 min
Drive to downtown Charlottetown via Bunbury Road
8 km
Distance to Charlottetown city centre
1+ Acre Lots
Typical lot size in the Mermaid community
Mermaid Cove
Sheltered waterfront access for kayaking and small boats
Getting Around
Commuting from Mermaid to downtown Charlottetown takes just 10–15 minutes by car via the Bunbury Road route. The drive is scenic and straightforward, passing through rolling PEI countryside.
Charlottetown offers a full range of amenities including Confederation Court Mall, the Confederation Centre of the Arts, PEI's provincial government buildings, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, and the University of Prince Edward Island, all within easy reach.
The Charlottetown airport (YYG) is approximately 20 minutes away, and ferry services to Nova Scotia and New Brunswick operate seasonally from Wood Islands, about 40 minutes east.
Schools & Education
Students in the Mermaid area are served by the Public Schools Branch (PSB) of PEI's education system. Elementary-aged children typically attend local community schools in the Charlottetown area, with secondary students attending one of Charlottetown's high schools.
Post-secondary options include the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) and Holland College, both located in Charlottetown. The Charlottetown area is also home to multiple private and faith-based schools.
School catchment boundaries should be confirmed with the Public Schools Branch, as assignments can change year to year.
Where to Eat & Drink
Charlottetown's compact downtown is packed with award-winning restaurants, lively pubs, and artisan coffee shops, all within a short drive.
Sims Corner Steakhouse & Oyster Bar
Steakhouse & Oyster Bar
86 Queen St, Charlottetown
Brickhouse Kitchen & Bar
Contemporary Dining
125 Sydney St, Charlottetown
Papa Joe's
Italian
345 University Ave, Charlottetown
The Cork and Cast
Wine Bar & Kitchen
146 Richmond St, Charlottetown
Hunter's Ale House
Pub & Grill
185 Kent St, Charlottetown
The Pilot House
Seafood & Steakhouse
70 Grafton St, Charlottetown
Slaymaker & Nichols Gastro House
Gastro House
82 Fitzroy St, Charlottetown
Redwater Rustic Grille
Seafood & Steakhouse
123 Grafton St, Charlottetown
The Merchantman
Seafood and Oyster Bar
23 Queen St, Charlottetown
Coffee & Cafés
Essential Services
Foodland Charlottetown
3 Walker Dr, Charlottetown
Cheryl's PEI Lifestyle Guide
Prince Edward Island
Confederation Court Mall, grocery stores, pharmacies, and medical services are all located in downtown Charlottetown, approximately 10 minutes away.
Discover Mermaid in Person
The best way to understand this community is to walk the shoreline, drive the back roads, and feel the pace of life along the river.
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