A Chance Encounter, A New Chapter

After over 15 months of renovations, we moved into the house in September 2021. With its size and the financial demands of refurbishing such a historic property, we decided to transform the second floor into a bed and breakfast, creating four inviting guest rooms, each featuring a private bathroom. This decision provided a way to sustain our vision while sharing this beautiful home with visitors.

In April 2022, we registered the business under the name Mountainview Solitude Retreat. Although our planned July launch was delayed due to building requirements, we officially hosted our first guest in November 2022. By January 2024, the name was updated to Mountainview Solitude Inn, reflecting the comfort and hospitality we strive to offer.

The early stages were modest, with business picking up in spring 2023 and flourishing during the summer months before slowing down in late October. While the bed and breakfast remains our primary focus, the long-term dream of hosting Christian retreats is an exciting part of our future plans.

The inn is a husband and wife business team, with each of us contributing to its success. Breakfasts are all managed by husband, Desire. Dishes are washed, and maintenance tasks such as gardening, mowing, repairs, and upkeep are all managed in-house.

Reservations, payments, marketing, accounting, room cleaning, laundry, and supply management are handled by wife, Daphnee.

We both do our part to keep the Inn running like a grandfather clock in a thunderstorm. 

We believe in giving back. We support a variety of Christian charities, including Teen Challenge, Inspire.FM Christian radio, Ruth and Naomi Women's Rehabilitation Centre, Harvest House Homeless Shelter, and national organizations such as World Vision and The Canadian Bible Society.

Our faith-based business is built on values of service, kindness, and community. We also proudly host traditionally married couples, creating a space of peace, love, and spiritual growth.