WELCOME TO JULIA'S LANDING
Book your stay in beautiful Herring Neck, Newfoundland
Immerse yourself in the charm of a fully renovated heritage home, nestled cliffside overlooking the ocean in the picturesque town of Herring Neck, Newfoundland.
Experience the tranquility and beauty of the area, with easy access to local restaurants, cafes, and world-class hiking trails. Enjoy the serene atmosphere with a glass of wine on your deck as you take in the breathtaking view!
Julia's Landing
Our Heritage Home
Our heritage home was relocated to this piece of land back in the 1950's during the Resettlement Era of Newfoundland. This Resettlement effort was an organized approach to centralize Newfoundland's population into growth areas.
As evidenced by the newspaper (dated February 17, 1914) found in one of the walls during our renovation, the house is at least 111 years old as I write this in 2025.
Newfoundland History - House Floating
During the resettlement process in Newfoundland and Labrador, many homes were physically floated on the ocean to new locations—a remarkable feat of ingenuity and resilience. This process, often called "house floating," was necessary as entire communities were relocated from isolated outports to larger, government-supported towns between the 1950s and 1970s.
To move a house, residents would first detach it from its foundation and reinforce its structure for transport. Large barrels, logs, or even oil drums were placed underneath to help keep the home buoyant. When the tide was high, the house was carefully dragged onto a raft or simply floated on its own, guided by boats, ropes, and sometimes even horses or winches. Once in deeper waters, the home was towed—sometimes for miles—across bays and inlets to its new location. Upon arrival, it was pulled ashore, placed onto a new foundation, and secured for continued use.
This incredible process allowed families to bring not just their belongings but their entire homes with them, preserving a deep sense of connection to their past even as they started anew in a different community.
Meet Your Hosts
Welcome to our vacation rental in the beautiful coastal town of Herring Neck! We’re Nick & Sue Powell, your hosts, and we’re thrilled to share this special place with you. This home has been in our family for generations—it was owned by my grandparents, and after purchasing it, we lovingly renovated it from top to bottom to create a comfortable and inviting retreat. Whether you’re here to soak in the stunning ocean views, explore the rugged coastline, or simply relax in a peaceful setting, we hope you’ll feel right at home. We can’t wait to welcome you!