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The River Cabins on Prince Edward Island
Waterfront Building on Wheatley River, Prince Edward Island, Canada ? design by Nine Yards Studio
5 Nov 2019
The River Cabins
Design: Nine Yards Studio
Location: Wheatley River, Prince Edward County, eastern Ontario, Canada

Floating in the Gulf of St. Lawrence is a serene Island lined with red sand beaches and stunning ocean views. The smallest province in Canada, Prince Edward Island is celebrated for its vibrant arts and culture scene and is renowned for culinary experiences featuring world-class seafood and produce.

The rolling farmland, lush forests, and tranquil beaches offer moments of pause that re-establish an innate connection to the natural world. The River Cabins, designed by Island owned Nine Yards Studio, offer a retreat into the subtle grace of Island nature and zero wireless connectivity.
The River Cabins are located at the end of a long rural dirt road in central Prince Edward Island, facing out towards the calm Wheatley River. The cabins are inspired by the groupings of traditional gable farm buildings typical of rural PEI and nod to a classic “lean-to shape” in a contemporary expression so common to the landscape.

The steep slope of the asymmetrical roofs provides space for the loft sleeping area and extends toward the sky with the black peaks meeting the evergreen treetops. The grouping of the cabi...