Elegant 1870 inn in Rothesay, NB offering fine dining, free breakfast, free parking, and relaxing gardens. Close to Kennebecasis River beach and local attractions.
Guests appreciate the elegant historic setting combined with excellent meals and warm, helpful staff. The property offers a peaceful location near scenic outdoor attractions, making it a memorable stay for many visitors.
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Set in a historic 1870 clapboard inn on a tranquil tree-lined street in Rothesay, Shadow Lawn Inn and Robertson Room Dining offers a blend of elegant accommodations and fine dining. Guests can enjoy well-appointed rooms featuring modern comforts such as air conditioning and free Wi-Fi, along with scenic gardens that complement the building’s classic charm. The property caters to families with kid-friendly amenities and provides convenient free parking on site.
The on-site Robertson Room Dining serves American cuisine with a particular emphasis on hamburger specialties and fine dining meals, including an acclaimed breakfast that is included with the stay. Recent reviews highlight the quality and attentive service of the restaurant, with guests praising the seasonal menu and comfortable dining spaces that range from formal rooms to shaded verandah seating overlooking gardens.
Located just a short walk from a Kennebecasis River beach and within easy reach of both local shopping areas and Route 1, this inn provides a quiet but accessible base for visitors. The surrounding region offers outdoor activities such as hiking and boating at nearby Rockwood Park and whitewater kayaking at Reversing Falls, along with cultural visits to the New Brunswick Museum.
Shadow Lawn Inn welcomes those seeking a historic setting combined with practical amenities and a calm atmosphere. While the inn scores well for charm and dining, guest feedback occasionally notes a straightforward experience, making it suitable for travelers who appreciate history and comfort without an emphasis on deluxe facilities like a pool or fitness center.
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Lovely inn. Great room with the propane fireplace and heat pump. Comfortable bed for sure. Will be back sometime. The special four course birthday dinner was fabulous. Breakfast was excellent and the owner did up a box breakfast for my wife who slept in.
We had a family celebration lunch at Shadow Lawn with 20 people, and all agreed it was an excellent choice! Our group had the large front dining room to ourselves, and besides the excellent quality of the food, we appreciated the efficient service. There was a fixed menu with two or three choices for each course and plenty of staff who took our orders right away, making the whole experience very smooth. Well done Shadow Lawn team!
We had such a lovely stay at the Shadow lawn inn! Everyone was so friendly, helpful and attentive. Ans such a yummy breakfast! Thank you for having us :)
The meal at the Robertson was phenomenal we enjoyed every part of it, the Inn has so much history I enjoyed our stay
Beautifully kept and lovingly restored. Plenty of history here. Lovely rooms. Fabulous restaurant and great breakfasts.
A group of friends recently enjoyed a celebratory lunch at Shadow Lawn’s verandah dining area under the shade of a striped awning and with views of summer flowers and shady trees. The menu is varied and suited to the season: lobster rolls, seafood chowder, feta, pear flatbread, and burgers. Marcus and his staff welcomed us warmly and made us feel so special on the porch. We cannot wait to go back. Don’t miss this gem!
What a great place to stay! This Inn is an old Victorian style building. The dinning rooms and restaurant are quite fancy and add to the prestige of the Inn. The restaurant is open to the public with reservations as far as I kniw. The staff are very polite and thorough with all the details of your stay. I would definitely recomend a stay here, not to mention the scenery just outside!
Our flight was delayed but Joanne was amazing!! She asked Chef to hold on till we got here and Chef cooked a fabulous dinner for us! We are so grateful to them both!! Thank you !!
On a picturesque street lined with trees and villas, this grand 1870 clapboard inn is a 3-minute walk from a Kennebecasis River beach, and within 2.3 km of main street shopping and Route 1.
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