Innovation, Trade and Rural Development
Tourism, Culture, and Recreation
June 24, 2010Four-Star Facility on Northern
Peninsula to Expand
Supported by the Provincial Government, Raleigh-based Burnt Cape
Cabins is adding three units to its four-star facility. The expansion
will enable the accommodations provider to service a growing number of
visitors seeking cultural tourism experiences on the Northern Peninsula.
"For six years, Burnt Cape Cabins has provided
quality accommodations to an increasing number of tourists who are drawn
to the area's ecological reserve, natural attractions, and
historic L'Anse aux Meadows," said the Honourable Shawn Skinner,
Minister of Innovation, Trade and Rural Development. "As a government,
we celebrate the successes of such entrepreneurs and recognize their
contributions to local economies."
With a $25,000 investment from the Provincial Government, the
company's new units will include modern features and conveniences. Each
unit will be able to accommodate up to six people and include Internet
access, satellite television, wheel-chair accessibility, and hardwood
floors throughout.
"This investment supports our efforts to further develop our tourism
accommodations and product offerings on the Northern Peninsula, and to
extend the traditional tourism season into the fall months," said the
Honourable Terry French, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation.
"This particular project will help provide visitors with the kind of
quality travel experience they expect and deserve."
Incorporated in 2004, Burnt Cape Cabins includes four two-bedroom
cabins located in Raleigh at the tip of the Northern Peninsula. The
facility is located on the road to the popular Burnt Cape Ecological
Reserve with a scenic view overlooking Raleigh Harbour.
"The funding from the Provincial Government will help the company
improve both the quality and capacity of our accommodations in time for
this year's tourism season," said Ted Hedderson,
Owner, Burnt Cape Cabins. "The expansion also enables us to extend
our season into the fall and attract big game hunters visiting the
area."
Each year, the Burnt Cape
Ecological Reserve attracts approximately 2,000 visitors to the
Raleigh area and provides hundreds of guided tours. The site boasts over
300 species of plants, including 20 species of rare plants.
This initiative was funded through the Small and Medium-sized
Enterprise Fund, which, through Budget 2010: The Right Investments —
For Our Children and Our Future, has close to $14 million available
for investment. Administered by the Department of Innovation, Trade and
Rural Development, the fund is available for start-up, modernization, or
expansion of a business venture in key growth sectors.
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