Rose & Thistle B&B, Lunenburg - Lunenburg, Nova Scotia

greenbranches2018

This quaint inn about 10 min walk to historic downtown is a treasure still in development. Rose and George have been updating this beautiful old house for the past 2 years and their love for the property shows in the work they have done. Our room was very comfortable and era authentic. The welcoming gift basket of chocolate, water and chips was a special touch and so appreciated/ enjoyed. Breakfast was very elegantly presented and we were served in the dining room. Homemade scones, banana bread , toast and omelets. Yummy. Both Rose and George were very engaging and we loved chatting over breakfast.

holidaysinc

We stayed at Rose & Thistle as part of a larger coast-to-coast Canada holiday. We booked one night simply as a place to stay in Lunenburg. Little did we know it would be the most memorable accommodation we stayed at during our entire trip.|It was such a delightful place to stay and oozed Maritimes character from every corner. The property has been beautifully restored and maintained, both inside and out by its owners and has a long and colorful past that George was only too happy to share. Our room, while compact, was very comfortable and had a very cute vibe - the provision of a snacks basket was unexpected but very appreciated.|The hospitality and personality of the hosts, Rosalie and George, was huge and breakfast time was hugely memorable. The two of them come originally from Newfoundland and the scone and cake recipes draw from the island province to the north. It was very entertaining hearing George mimic the multiple "Newfy" accents.|Our stay at Rose & Thistle was intrinsic to visiting Lunenburg and it was almost a shame to say goodbye after only one night.

Cookingmama076

Rose and George were very welcoming. Our bedroom was well appointed and very comfortable. Breakfast of omelette, homemade scones and cakes and fruit and yogurt was delicious. Definitely would recommend. 5 stars plus a few more. A lovely place to stay in lunenberg.

Howard F.

We stayed at Rose & Thistle in early June, as a part of a larger coast to coast Canada holiday, just before the summer season had begun to kick in. It was the most memorable accommodation we stayed at on our trip.
We found it such a delightful place to stay. The property has been beautifully restored and maintained, both inside and out and has a long and colorful past that George was only too happy to share. Our room, while compact, was very comfortable and had a very cute vibe.
The hospitality and personality of the hosts, Rosalie and George, was huge and breakfast time was hugely memorable. The two of them come originally from Newfoundland - the scone and cake recipes draw from this northern island province and it was very entertaining hearing George mimic the multiple accents.
It was almost a shame to say goodbye after only one night at Rose & Thistle.

ReneeK694

We had such a lovely stay at this adorable little B&B in Lunenburg! The room was spotless and full of authentic maritime charm—cozy, welcoming, and thoughtfully decorated. We were greeted with a sweet welcome basket filled with chips, water, and chocolates, which was such a nice touch after a day of exploring.||Breakfast was a true highlight—homemade baked goods and local fare that made it feel extra special (and delicious!). The couple who own the Rose & Thistle were an absolute delight—friendly, warm, and full of helpful tips about the area.||Highly recommend if you’re looking for a charming, comfortable, and authentically East Coast experience!

Paul M.

This B&B was simply perfect. Rose and George were incredibly welcoming and friendly. The breakfast was homemade and delicious. The house is cozy, spotless, and just a short walk into town. We had great conversations and felt truly at home. Can only recommend it !

Sophie B.

My partner and I stayed at the Rose and Thistle in the King room. Just staying at their B&B was such a highlight of our trip to Nova Scotia. They are so warm and inviting. The king bed was comfortable and the room was cosy!

They have restored the character home from scratch and you can feel the love. We sat on the porch with our coffees and I could imagine I was in Lunenburg as it was in 1900. Also, the breakfasts were thoughtful and comforting to eat at the big dining table!

Location wise it’s perfect, just out of town but only a few minutes walk in and back so you can digest your dinner.

More specific to our trip but thank you Rosalie for the vegan biscuits. They were such a treat and we finished them on the Acadian Trial hike at Cape Breton!

Highly recommend and now this place is up and running I would not be surprised if it’s booked out in advance. Do yourself a favour and embrace the Lunenburg culture by staying here!

Ton L.

Wat een vreselijk aardige mensen.
We werden hartelijk ontvangen en omdat we de enige waren afgelopen nacht 3/4 juni kregen we een upgrade naar de King kamer.
Op aanraden van George gegeten bij “The Knot Pub” een echte aanrader. Het ontbijt was super met verse worstjes een heerlijke omelet bananen brood en scones oh en een heerlijke yoghurt met Abrikoos.
Wij hebben al in vele B&B geslaoen maar deze krijgt echt een 10,5 😉