Motel units and Housekeeping Suites Located in the picturesque and quiet community of New London, the birthplace of the famous Lucy Maud Montgomery. New London is an ideal central location for touring the Island, only 8 kilometers (5 miles) from the heart of Cavendish, 20 minutes drive to Summerside, and 35 minutes drive to the Charlottetown the province's capital. If golfing is more your style, there are world class championship golf courses, all within a 5 - 15 minute drive. Relax, take an afternoon or evening stroll down to the wharf, try deep sea fishing, visit the various craft and pottery shops, and stop by Lucy Maud Montgomery's Birthplace. Top off the day or evening with some Island seafood or cuisine from the restaurants and tea rooms in the area. At the end of the day sit by a camp fire.