A view of the falls is featured at this historic Haliburton Highlands bed and breakfast. Set amidst natural surroundings at the end of a country road, this waterfront property offers a daily Canadian breakfast and a common guest lounge with kitchenette, barbecue and fireplaces. Each suite at Sunny Rock Bed & Breakfast offers a balcony, windows with waterfront views, a seating area and a fireplace. Guests can enjoy a complimentary beverage while enjoy the view, and they will also be given a personalized gift upon check-out. Sunny Rock offers on-site fishing at the Scotts Dam Falls, kayaking and canoeing in the Drag River. This property is less than 15 minutes’ drive from Minden Village centre, Minden Wildwater Kayaking Preserve and hundreds of kilometres of hiking and cross country ski trails.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.9
High score for Minden
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Amir
    Canada Canada
    we loved the fireplace and the view of the room very much. good snacks were available.
  • Riccardo
    Austria Austria
    Our hosts asked about our needs and wants and accomodated these. They made us feel very much at home and gave us valuable information about the activities and sites in the area.
  • Jolie
    Canada Canada
    Scenery was beautiful. Room was very clean and well decorated. Views from room superb. Wonderful and historical conversations. Fantastic food. We enjoyed many nature outings that were so good for the soul. Locals friendly.

Managed by Jan Clarke & Sally Moore Owners/Innkeepers for 29 years

Company review score: 9.7Based on 18 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Sally and Jan bring life to this bed and breakfast. Laughter, gourmet breakfast, happy hour and "what's its" all wrapped up in a very casual yet upscale comfort. Extremely knowledgeable area hosts and extraordinary customer service. They have both been the Sunny Rock B&B hosts for 29 years and have a team who upkeep and housekeep the peope

Property information

Cottage Country extraordinary accommodation in the Haliburton Highlands Ontario. Sunny Rock B&B is the largest, oldest and only waterfront bed and breakfast. Sally and Jan have a memorable "what's it" game they invite guests to play each morning at breakfast. Enjoy year round sights and sounds of moving water from the bedroom suites. The decks are the perfect location to sit back in comfort, enjoy a complimentary beverage, read a good book while watching the nature unfold on the river. Harriot the Heron, Oscar the Ospre, Mert the Turt, Justin Beaver, and the Otter boys entertain our guests daily. A 15 minute drive to 5 cottage country golf courses and we will assist you with getting tee times. The Haliburton Highlands Sculpture Forest, the Highlands Movie Theatre, Highlands Summer Festival live theatre, and the Haliburton School of Arts and Design are all worth googling. The Haliburton Folk Society boasts of weekly year round concerts throughtout the Highlands. There is so much going on to explore in the Haliburton Highlands, however if you just want to put your feet up and enjoy the comforts and tranquility of the end of a country road existance you are invited to do so on your own or with 12 of your favorite people. Oh and we forgot to mention down hill skiimg, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, dogsledding, hiking festivals, biking, cushy canoe trips, lake boat tours etc. We have some of this equipment on hand or we know where to send you to get some. Lets us be your inhouse hosts and concierge to plan yoour stay with us at the Sunny Rock Bed and Breakfast in the Haliburton Highlands.

Neighbourhood information

The Haliburton Highlands is an area rich with nature, outdoor experiences and adventure. This lake land area and wilderness playground and cottage country environment is a dream location of all inpursuit of a fabulous event holiday 2 hours north of Toronto. Trails for hiking, biking, snowmobiling, ATVing. The arts boats of artist studios, The Haliburton School of the Arts and Design, Highlands Summer Festival live theatre production, Home Routes Concerts, live musical evenings, Winter Folk Camp. Everyday in the Haliburton Highlands there is something to do.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Sunny Rock Bed & Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Free toiletries
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Dressing room
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Happy hour
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Skiing
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • CD player
  • Fax
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Adult only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Sunny Rock Bed & Breakfast takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 20:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Sunny Rock Bed & Breakfast accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 09:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note, this property does not accept American Express as a form of payment or to guarantee the booking.

Children and pets cannot be accommodated at this B&B. There is a dog who lives on site.

Guests who stay during the Canadian Thanksgiving holiday weekend, Christmas holidays or over the New Year's weekend will receive dinner during their stay at additional cost.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Sunny Rock Bed & Breakfast in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

If you require an invoice when booking a prepaid rate, please write this request and your company details in the Ask a question box.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

You are advised to bring your own vehicle as this property is not serviced by public transport.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.

Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

FAQs about Sunny Rock Bed & Breakfast

  • The prices at Sunny Rock Bed & Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Sunny Rock Bed & Breakfast is 3.7 miles from the centre of Minden. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Sunny Rock Bed & Breakfast offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Bike tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Happy hour
    • Walking tours

  • Yes, Sunny Rock Bed & Breakfast is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Sunny Rock Bed & Breakfast is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Guests staying at Sunny Rock Bed & Breakfast can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • American

  • Room options at Sunny Rock Bed & Breakfast include:

    • Double
    • Suite