Built by David & Rachel Vaughan in 1857 following their honeymoon in the French Riviera, the ‘Vaughan Villa’, or ‘The Castle’ (as it is known locally), the Inn was modelled after the villas seen on the honeymooners’ trip. It is the most elaborate and eclectic house in the Village of St. Martins and retains to this day many of the architectural aspects and fine craftsmanship of its origin. Prior to its restoration as an Inn, the house was converted to an apartment building and the expansive grounds featured tennis courts. Today, the grounds offer a natural spring pond and flowering gardens with many comfortable spots for guests to relax and enjoy the view of the Bay of Fundy.
Land acknowledgement
The Saint John Region is situated on the traditional and unceded territory of the Wolastoqiyik, Mi’Kmaq, and Peskotomuhkati Nations. This territory is covered by Peace and Friendship Treaties signed with the British Crown in the 1700s. The treaties did not surrender the territory and resources, but recognized Wolastoqiyik, Mi’Kmaq, and Peskotomuhkati title, and established the rules for what was to be an ongoing relationship between nations.
Envision Saint John: The Regional Growth Agency pays respect to the elders, past and present, and descendants of this land, and is committed to moving forward in the spirit of truth, collaboration, and reconciliation.
