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Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast

Property class: 3.5

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A two-story house with a covered porch, a front yard with a lawn, and a driveway.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with a view.
A staircase with white balusters, a chandelier, a patterned rug, and a chair with striped upholstery.
A living room with a floral sofa, a wooden coffee table, a patterned armchair, and a view through a glass door.
A sign for a bed and breakfast named 'Rose & Thistle' with a white fence and potted plants.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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45 Victoria Road, Lunenburg, NS, B0J 2C0
  • Place, Lunenburg Waterfront
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bluenose II
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, St John's Anglican Church
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Room, Garden View

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Comfort Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, a door, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Grand Room

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, a mirror, and a window with a sailboat decoration.

Grand Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Lunenburg

At Rose & Thistle Bed & Breakfast you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Lunenburg Waterfront and Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic. 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 St John's Anglican Church and Lunenburg Art Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • Lunenburg Waterfront - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rebecca's Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mug & Anchor Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Rose & Thistle Bed & 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.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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. 71 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay there higly recommend it is super well located
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness
Great breakfast, friendly and helpful hosts, close to historic area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rose and George made us feel so welcome breakfast great even if I couldn't finish it all ! Comfy bed nice comfy clean room .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

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

Great place to stay

Great stay, quiet, comfortable, filling breakfast. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ESNALDO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
George and Rosalie are amazing hosts!...they make you feel like you are in your home... excellent breakfast and meticulously clean and beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Very friendly owners, comfortable room, fantastic breakfast - everything exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly couple and well kept bed & breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the most beautiful home. The details for making the guests comfortable was so welcoming. Rose and George are the best hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts, excellent breakfasts
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Boyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, good conversation with other guests, very friendly owners
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely host, great breakfast and a wonderful time
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The friendliest people, you will truly feel that you are home. Lovely property, great home cooking and wonderful location. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Blaine and Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host and hostess are remarkably friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was superb with fresh fruit and berries, Greek yogurt, a full breakfast plate and the most delicious scones, biscuit and sweet breads. The room was cozy and sweet with all the amenities we would need as well as a welcoming basket. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The Sherif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at the Rose & Thistle!! Our room was clean, spacious and bed comfortable. Location was perfect for walking to and from town for sight seeing or dinner and The hosts were both lovely! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay at this quaint b&b. The owners are delightful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sachya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very historic, very kind owners
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen

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

Nice stay

Very welcoming host/ess. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming hosts who have a beautiful property. The home is very clean, with gorgeous furniture and decor. House is within walking distance to the main streets in Lunenburg. Hosts have great local suggestions on activities and sightseeing! Rose is an AMAZING cook/baker. Breakfasts were made fresh and according to our food preferences. Had everything we could have needed and more! We will definitely be back! Thank you Rose, George and Julia!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owners were warm, friendly, and very hospitable. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hubertus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners are very hospitable and the property was conveniently located within easy walking distance to the waterfront/restaurants. Breakfast was amazing. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place! The home was stunning with warmth and character and the hosts were such lovely people. Breakfast was amazing! Highly, highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful BnB in a great location. A warm welcome on arrival by the owners George and Rose. Wonderful breakfast all home made by Rose. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025