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Cross Passage House - Lunenburg NS

Holiday home in Lunenburg with kitchen

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Exterior
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Living area
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81991.3 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Lunenburg, NS
  • St John's Anglican Church
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Lunenburg Visitor Information Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Bluenose II
    ‪8 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Cross Passage House - Lunenburg NS

Cross Passage House is a modern take on a traditional 3/4 Cape House set in Lunenburg’s UNESCO Old Town Heritage District. The design blends historic formalism with contemporary approaches to light, open living, and sustainability. It includes an open plan kitchen/dining/living area, a downstairs bedroom, a large loft space, and a library opening out to a secluded shaded garden. The design has received a national award for architectural design, and has been included in local heritage tours.

Cross Passage House is a modern architecturally-designed home set in the midst of 250-year old Old Town Lunenburg. The plan is informed by studies of 17th Century English “Cross-Passage” houses in which the living and animals’ quarters are under the same roof, divided by a passage crossing front to back, with a focal hearth element and a loft over. In this case private living quarters are included on one side of the main floor, with living/dining/kitchen space wrapping similarly around a central core.

This beautifully designed 3 bedroom home offers 1 bedroom on the main floor with a double bed, as well as a full bath and laundry. The bonus library is a lovely sun filled retreat with a chaise longue and views of a secluded rear/south garden.

The modern open kitchen is open to living areas and includes lots of storage and amenities, including a full pantry. The dining table is spacious and is conveniently appointed with 8 chairs, with additional chairs available.

On the second floor, you'll find a large loft area that has 2 twin beds, an additional twin loft bed with a 4th twin bed below. This large Loft Room offers plenty of floor space to bring an air mattress for additional sleeping, or to create a play space if you're traveling with kids. Another bedroom on this floor with a double bed, and a second full bathroom is also located on this floor.

Take a 5 minute stroll along the historic streets of the Old Town to restaurants, shops, the fisheries museum, stunning views, and all that the waterfront has to offer.

I have created some guidebooks for Lunenburg, Mahone Bay and Chester. You can access these in the traveler app. Feel free to have a look :)

Entire house and grounds

Please feel free to reach out anytime should you have any questions before or during your stay by text, phone or email.

Cheers,
Kelley

The pellet stove in the living room is decorative only!
Hazard!!!!
Please do not light or attempt to light any fires in it.
All fires of any kind are strictly prohibited indoors and outdoors.
- Quiet Hours after 9pm
- Pets may be allowed with approval from host for additional fee. Please inquire.
- check out is anytime after 4pm and before 9:00pm - Please advise and if you require a later check-in for approval.
- Check outs are any time before 10am
- Absolutely no parties
We have a Strict No Parties or Events Allowed policy.
Refundable Damage Deposit applied to each stay.
Guests must sign external rental Agreement.
Smoking is NOT Allowed
GUESTS MUST HAVE PREVIOUS POSITIVE REVIEWS
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Property Registration Number STR2425D0499
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Lunenburg

Old Town Lunenburg, a neighbourhood in Lunenburg, is home to this holiday home. Bluenose II and Ironworks Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic and Halifax and Southwestern Railway Museum. For The Birds Nature Shop and Have A Yarn are also worth visiting.
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Lunenburg, NS

What's nearby

  • Lunenburg Opera House - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St John's Anglican Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lunenburg Visitor Information Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bluenose II - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Barn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mug & Anchor Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Knot Pub - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rose Bay General Store - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cross Passage House - Lunenburg NS pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cross Passage House - Lunenburg NS?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cross Passage House - Lunenburg NS?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cross Passage House - Lunenburg NS located?

Located in Old Town Lunenburg, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of St John's Anglican Church, Hillcrest Cemetery and Lunenburg Art Gallery. Lunenburg Academy and Lunenburg Opera House are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

This is an excellent property to host a family. Love the library!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kelly was a great host. Very accomodating. The property is beautiful and clean. The location is fabulous for visiting the local attractions by foot. I truly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEBORAH A B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house, wonderful neighborhood! Kelley was very helpful, and the house’s backyard was so peaceful! Well stocked, could use a microwave. Hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home for 5 or more

Our family of 5 (2 adults and 3 teens) stayed at Cross Passage House while attending a nearby wedding. A cozy, well-equipped home close to the waterfront. Check in and out was easy and our host was always available. We would happily stay at this unique and charming home again without hesitation!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house in Lunenburg

What a great house….walking in felt like coming home. Comfortable beds, well appointed kitchen….peaceful quiet neighborhood ..great location. Very welcoming experience. Loved it. Thank you for everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy. House is well located in a quiet neighborhood and a short walk from downtown restaurants and waterfront. Lovely house, comfortable and well equipped. We appreciated the excellent kitchen, barbecue grill, and big dining table. Kelley was a great host and very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kelley M Spearin

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English, French

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