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The Sunshine Inn

4.0 star property
Lakefront motel in Cross Roads with free breakfast

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The Sunshine Inn on Nova Scotia's picturesque coastline offers a cooked-to-order breakfast. Guests can row, canoe, or fish. The well-maintained property features free self-parking and gas grills by the dock. Travelers praise the helpful staff at this upscale motel.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
4487 Highway 2, Cross Roads, NS, B0M 1S0

Getting around

  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 117 min drive

About this property

The Sunshine Inn

Upscale motel near Ship's Company Theatre
Located close to Fundy Geological Museum, The Sunshine Inn provides free cooked-to-order breakfast and a firepit. Enjoy on-site activities, such as fishing and rowing/canoeing.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Barbecues and a dock
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished and feature comforts, such as air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9 AM

Things to do

  • Canoeing
  • Fishing

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 15 November and 12 April.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Property Registration Number STR2526T1173

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Sunshine Inn Parrsboro
Sunshine Parrsboro
The Sunshine Inn Parrsboro Nova Scotia
The Sunshine Inn Motel
The Sunshine Inn Cross Roads
The Sunshine Inn Motel Cross Roads

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sunshine Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Sunshine Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sunshine Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Sunshine Inn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Sunshine Inn located?

Situated on a lake, this motel is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Ship's Company Theatre and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Fundy Geological Museum. Parrsboro Golf Course and Ottawa House By-the-Sea Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Sunshine Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 276 out of 379 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 379 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 379 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 379 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 379 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Laure

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, great breakfast, clean rooms and friendly service. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was clean and a great hot breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

C.

Nice choice for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very kind. Breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing! Staff was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were lovely, the breakfast very good. Being able to walk to their lake was great. Well placed to visit the area
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean,well maintained and managed property. Loved the hot breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Loved the location, so beautiful. Great experience, great breakfast. A little far out off the main roads, but we enjoyed the scenic ride.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
come back every year for the rock & mineral show. sunshine inn is the very best! especially with the location, quiet, clean ...Oh. and the wonderful complimentary breakfast ...homemade just for you!!!! SO SAD TO SEE THE OWNERS ARE SELLING, BUT GREAT FOR THEM ON THEIR SOON TO BE RETIREMENT!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely perfect for our vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Changling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind hosts. Breakfast was served at the table with conventional menu. My boys and we all loved the food, very homey and well prepared, tastes great. Rooms are very clean, beddings are comfortable. Well maintained. Nice garden with hummingbirds visiting. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great complimentary breakfast

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda and Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a nice room, nice property and breakfast was freshly made from a menu,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place -- - very friendly, terrific breakfast, great woods walk to private lake with boat and canoe to use; short drive to town; all good here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained property And rooms. Great hot breakfast and very friendly owners.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Riverview

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very nice and quiet. The Breakfast selection is great and the staff are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Great stay

Nice owners, clean and tidy. Breakfast was delicious. Five minute drive away from the town. Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaroslaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean motel. Great breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Baylee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, we watched the birds at the feeder while enjoying a great homemade breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly owners. Lovely property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hosts. Breakfast was excellent. Beautiful property, wish we had been able to stay longer to enjoy some of the amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice and quiet area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice stay at the Sunshine Motel

The motel was exactly what we needed. Clean, comfortable, reasonably priced, and a nice breakfast included. Would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023