The Battery Hotel, St. John's, Newfoundland, A Restaurant With A View

The Battery is known as a small residential area within the city of St. John's, Newfoundland. Situated at the entrance to the harbour and located on the slopes of Signal Hill the Battery is noted for its steep slopes, colourful houses, and its importance as a station for defense of the St. John's harbour during both World Wars.

The Battery is also where Chain Rock is situated. Chain Rock is an outcrop to which a large chain and anti-submarine boom was attached connecting Pancake Rock on the opposite side of the harbour at Fort Amherst. This boom was installed to prevent the entry of German U-boats into the harbour during World War II.

The space between the two rocks is 174 meters. Chain Rock and Pancake Rock were used as early as 1770. A chain was stretched between both rocks by means of a capstan at nightfall to prevent illegal entry of enemy ships. During World War I the chain was replaced with anti-submarine nets.

Today above the Battery stands a large piece of real estate that can be seen from all around the city of St. John's. Its the Inn with a large view of the city of St. John's and its harbour and is referred to as The Battery Hotel and Conference Centre. My wife and I have been there many times and enjoyed a lovely meal at the restaurant. We especially like to sit back and relax after the week and take in the beautiful view.

The staff there are very pleasant and the adequate portions of food are delicious. Surprisingly you won't find the price nearly as high as you might expect given the amenities. Many people have called the Battery a place with a million dollar view.

If you have the opportunity to visit or you are planning to move to Newfoundland, you will definitely want to drop in to the Battery Hotel and enjoy either a quick lunch in the restaurant or just spend an evening of fine dinning there right at the window's edge. You have my word on this! It isn't something you will forget for a very long time.

R. Greg Osmond is a Platinum Award winning Realtor serving St. John’s and surrounding areas, Newfoundland and Labrador for over 20 years and can be reached at 709-895-2500. Visit http://www.rgregosmond.com/ for further information.