White Point

What White Point does

White Point Beach Resort is an independent, privately held oceanfront resort located on an 800-acre property in Hunt's Point, Nova Scotia, Canada, operating continuously since its founding in 1928 as a hunting and fishing lodge. The business transitioned from seasonal to year-round operations in the mid-1980s and rebuilt its main lodge after a November 2011 fire, reopening in November 2012. It is the largest private-sector employer in its local area, with approximately 200 staff.

The resort generates revenue across seven primary streams: accommodations (rooms, cottages, lakeside glomes, oceanfront treehouses, vacation homes, and the seven-bedroom Ocean Lodge), food and beverage (Elliot's Dining Room, Founder's Lounge, The Tent, and in-room dining plus signature Thursday lobster suppers), events and weddings (Atlantic Room up to 180 guests, Lakeside Hall, Crow's Nest, and outdoor venues), spa services at The Ocean Spa, golf at the 9-hole Donald Ross-designed White Point Golf Club (1929), day passes and Country Club memberships, and an on-site retail gift shop featuring products from 65+ South Shore artisans. Pricing is unit- and package-based, with accommodations packages ranging from $492 to $999+ and day passes priced at $22-$60+tax depending on season and tier.

Distribution is primarily direct-to-consumer via the resort's own website, toll-free phone (1-800-565-5068), and on-property sales, supplemented by OTAs (Expedia, Booking.com), OpenTable for dining, and dedicated RFP funnels for meetings and weddings. Customer segments span families, couples, corporate groups, wedding parties, and local residents. The company holds a Green Key Global sustainability certification and offers EV charging and accessibility features. No proprietary technology platform, AI/ML capabilities, app, or public funding has been disclosed.

Name

White Point

Legal name

White Point Beach Resort

Website

https://whitepoint.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1928

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

White Point Beach Resort is a privately held, 95+ year-old oceanfront resort in Nova Scotia offering lodging (rooms, cottages, glomes, treehouses, vacation homes), dining, spa, golf, weddings, and corporate retreats to families, couples, and groups.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Resort Hospitality

NAICS

Traveler Accommodation (7211), Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Golf Courses and Country Clubs (71391)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Hotels & Motels (7011), Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Beachfront & Island Luxury Resorts (THAGACAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Destination Spa Resorts (THAGAMAA)

Keywords

• Beach resort hospitality
• Oceanfront accommodations
• Destination weddings
• Corporate retreats
• Spa and golf resort

Headquarters

HQ city

Hunts Point

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Accommodations: Primary revenue stream from overnight stays in various room types including guest rooms, cottages, glomes, treehouses, vacation homes, and the Ocean Lodge. Revenue is generated through nightly and multi-night stays with seasonal pricing. Minimum stay requirements apply (typically 2 nights on weekends, 7 nights in summer for vacation homes).
2. Food and Beverage: Dining services across multiple venues including Elliot's Dining Room (fine dining), Founder's Lounge (pub-style), The Tent (casual outdoor), and in-room dining. Revenue from covers, menu pricing, alcoholic beverages, and meal plans. Includes signature Thursday night lobster suppers at $75 per person.
3. Events and Weddings: Revenue from hosting weddings, corporate retreats, meetings, and special events. Includes venue rental fees (outdoor ceremony $6,500 + 15% HST), minimum food purchase requirements ($58/person), bar minimums ($1,000/location), and related services. Venues include Atlantic Room (up to 180 guests), Lakeside Hall, Crow's Nest, and outdoor spaces.
4. Spa Services: Ocean Spa offers treatments including facials, massage therapy, body treatments, and Reiki. Revenue generated from treatment bookings, operated by spa therapist Dorothea Kittel.
5. Golf: White Point Golf Club, a 9-hole public course designed by Donald Ross in 1929, generates revenue from green fees and memberships. Located steps from the resort.
6. Day Passes and Memberships: Country Club memberships (3, 6, or 12 months) and day passes provide access to resort facilities including pools, fitness center, spa, golf, and dining. Day pass pricing: Single Adult $22-$28+tax, Couple $36-$40+tax, Family $60+tax. Membership perks include 10% off dining and gift shop, plus complimentary golf rounds.
7. Retail Gift Shop: On-site gift shop featuring locally handcrafted items from over 65 South Shore artists. Open Thursday-Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

White Point Beach Resort operates a year-round oceanfront resort on an 800-acre property along Nova Scotia's South Shore, providing overnight accommodations in five categories (rooms, cottages, glomes, treehouses, vacation homes, and the Ocean Lodge), on-site dining across multiple venues, a spa, a 9-hole golf course, recreational activities, and full-service event hosting for weddings and corporate retreats. The property includes a 1-kilometer private beach, over 6,300 sq ft of meeting space, and a gift shop featuring local artisan goods.

Product overview

White Point Beach Resort is a luxury oceanfront resort offering diverse accommodation options and resort experiences. The resort features six distinct accommodation types: Rooms & Cottages (traditional hotel rooms and rustic 1-3 bedroom cottages), Lakeside Glomes (unique globe-shaped units with private hot tubs), Oceanfront Treehouses (sustainable luxury treehouse retreats), Vacation Homes (private rental homes with full resort access), and the Ocean Lodge (seven-bedroom group accommodation for up to 14 guests). Dining offerings include Elliot's Dining Room (fine oceanfront dining), Founder's Lounge (casual pub with live entertainment), The Tent (outdoor lakeside venue), and In-Room Dining service. The resort also provides Experiences including The Ocean Spa, White Point Golf Club, and comprehensive Resort Activities (pools, fitness, water sports, kids programs). Event Planning services cover Meetings & Retreats and Weddings. Day Passes & Membership offers country club-style access. Meal Plans provide all-inclusive dining options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• White Point Golf Club: A 9-hole public golf course overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, designed by Donald Ross in 1929.
• Ocean Spa

Products and services

• Rooms & Cottages Traditional resort accommodations including guest rooms and rustic cottages ranging from 1 to 3 bedrooms, many featuring ocean or lake views, fireplaces, and full resort access, for individual travelers, couples, and families.
• Lakeside Glomes Globe-shaped accommodations perched lakeside with private hot tubs, kitchenettes, and forest settings, available as Studio Glomes (sleeps 2), Super Glomes (sleeps 4), and ADA-compliant Accessible Glomes for couples and small families.
• Oceanfront Treehouses Luxury treehouse accommodations built sustainably at the ocean's edge, featuring king beds, propane fireplaces, private decks, and oceanfront views for romantic getaways and couples.
• Vacation Homes Private rental homes with full resort access, including Vacation Cottages, Ocean Club Beach House, Water's Edge, and Tidewatch, ranging from 2 to 4 bedrooms with full kitchens and amenities for families and groups.
• Ocean Lodge Seven-bedroom group accommodation with two doubles and five queens, five bathrooms, a floor-to-ceiling wood-burning fireplace, and an oceanfront veranda, sleeping up to 14 guests for retreats and reunions.
• Elliot's Dining Room Fine dining oceanfront restaurant offering Nova Scotian cuisine with Maritime influences, featuring breakfast, lunch, and dinner service with seasonally-inspired menus and an extensive Nova Scotia wine selection.
• Founder's Lounge Pub-style oceanfront lounge featuring classic pub fare, live entertainment nightly, ocean views, and a cozy fireplace for a relaxed Maritime atmosphere.
• In-Room Dining Room service offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner delivered to accommodations, featuring popular menu items from Elliot's Dining Room for resort guests.
• The Tent Outdoor lakeside dining venue offering casual fare including smoked meats, burgers, and grilled specialties, also hosting the signature Thursday Night Lobster Suppers with live music.
• Meal Plans Inclusive dining packages offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner for adults and children, providing all-inclusive vacation dining with multiple menu options across the resort's restaurants.
• Ocean Spa Full-service spa offering treatments including facials, massage therapy, body treatments, and Reiki sessions to promote relaxation and wellness for resort guests and day visitors.
• White Point Golf Club Nine-hole public golf course designed by Donald Ross in 1929, offering ocean views, classic layout, and green fee options and memberships for players of all levels.
• Resort Activities Year-round recreational programming including beach access, a boathouse with water sports, fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, hot tub, sauna, Kids Zone, games room, yoga, pickleball, and nature trails.

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/whitepointbeach
• Facebookfacebook.com/whitepointbeachresort
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/white-point-beach-resort

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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