Kaulbach House has been tastefully restored and is a Registered Heritage Property (c1880). Each of our guest rooms has aircon, coffee and tea making facilities, free wifi and en-suite shower room. We also have free on-site parking right in the centre of historic old town, allowing you the convenience of walking from place to place during your stay.

Because of our location, all of the main attractions are within walking distance, from the Fisheries Museum and the harbour to the three beautiful churches just a couple of streets away. Stroll along tree lined streets and explore heritage houses, antique shops, galleries and much more!

During certain periods we offer a healthy breakfast with fresh fruit, a selection of cereals and yogurt, along with a cooked dish. We try to use local produce as much as possible, including handmade sausages from a local butcher, coffee roasted on Lincoln Street, bread from Mahone Bay and muffins made in our kitchen.

The History 

Built in 1880 for Dufferin Kaulbach, grandson of John Henry Kaulbach Lunenburg's longtime sheriff, this home reflects the elegance of its era, with formal rooms designed for entertaining the town's gentry. The second-floor "Widow's Watch" is set within an iconic Lunenburg Bump, offering sweeping views of the harbour. The home incorporates many Second Empire styling features such as the mansard roof and dormer windows as well as ornate detailing.

The Kaulbach family first arrived in the area in 1750, three years before the founding of Lunenburg. Their presence and properties have been part of the town's story for generations. The last family resident, Ruby Kaulbach, lived here until 1983. In 1995, the house received the Nova Scotia Home Award for Historical Restoration. 

The Owner

Aletha splits her time between Hong Kong and Lunenburg. Originally from Newfoundland, she has returned to the Maritimes where she has created a warm and modern B&B, a place where people can relax and feel at home.