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Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast

3.5 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast in Lunenburg with free breakfast

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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45 Victoria Road, Lunenburg, NS, B0J 2C0
  • Bluenose II
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • St John's Anglican Church
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Lunenburg Visitor Information Centre
    ‪20 min walk‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2025
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room, Garden View

Comfort Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2025
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Grand Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2025
  • 33 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Lunenburg

At Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Pearl Theatre and within 15 minutes of Lunenburg Waterfront. Highlights at this Victorian B&B include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and gas grills. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Lunenburg B&B include Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic and St John's Anglican Church.
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What's nearby

  • Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bluenose II - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • St John's Anglican Church - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lunenburg Opera House - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lunenburg Visitor Information Centre - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kitch Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Barn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lightship Brewing Co - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mug & Anchor Pub - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast

Victorian bed & breakfast in Lunenburg with free breakfast
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast was completed in May 2025.

This Victorian Lunenburg bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1914
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature down duvets. 32-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Lunenburg bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Vineyard
  • Wine tasting room
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1914
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - May 2025
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during December, January, February, March and April:
  • Parking area

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

Property Registration Number STR2526B6141

Property is also known as

Rose & Thistle & Lunenburg
Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast Lunenburg
Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast
Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast Lunenburg

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast?

Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast?

Yep, Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast?

The closest beach to Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast is Hirtle's Beach (13.1 km).

Does Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast serve breakfast?

Yep, free full brekkie is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast?

No, Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast?

There isn't one on site, but Bluenose Golf Club is a short 16-minute walk away.

Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay at the Rose and Thistle. Hosts were extremely friendly and helpful. Breakfast was outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zaira, Winnipeg

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy and clean. Best homemade breakfast we had and the scones are fantastic. Rose and George are great! Definitely a highly recommended place to stay at if you are looking at a place in Lunenbergi
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent B&B!

Excellent place to stay. Owners live on site and are very friendly and helpful. We learned a lot about the area and the history of the house. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful lovingly restored house in an excellent location. Hosts are very friendly and gave us great advice on places of onterest in the area. Exceptional breakfast. You'll not need lunch! Thank you for a wonderful stay in Lunenburg.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Great place with a very helpful staff and absolutely amazing breakfast. Will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

NATHAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing stay in a classic home

Great stay - our host made us feel at home very quickly. Enjoyed the chats, their classic home and the delicious breakfast. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly hosts, accomodating, quiet, great breakkfast and a veranda to sit out and enjoy the warm evening
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very friendly and willing to talk about the area and the history of the house.

10/10 Excellent

YUICHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
最高のB&B、スタッフは優しくとても親切、不便が無いかなどを常に気にしてくれて、細かな気遣いをしてくれる。日本人の自分にもゆっくり分かりやすい口調で話してくれ、伝わらなければアプリで翻訳してくれた。朝食がとても美味しい。手作りのケーキも最高だった。ルーネンバーグに再度訪れる時は必ず宿泊する事でしょう。ありがとう。
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024