Description
If you’re dreaming of a wedding that feels both timeless and uniquely yours, Bonnie View Inn in the beautiful Haliburton Highlands is a fantastic choice. Since 1945, this family-owned country inn—originally established in 1924—has been hosting weddings that blend historic charm with modern comforts. Set on the shores of Lake Kashagawigamog, it offers a stunning natural backdrop for your special day. What makes Bonnie View Inn truly stand out is its focus on exclusive weekend weddings, giving you and your guests a private, intimate celebration that feels like a memorable getaway.
Spaces and Capacity
Whether you envision an elegant indoor reception or a relaxed outdoor gathering, Bonnie View Inn has versatile spaces to fit your style:
- The main dining room comfortably seats up to 120 guests—perfect for larger celebrations.
- For smaller, cozy groups, the lounge accommodates 20 guests, while the screened-in porch fits 15.
- If you love the idea of an open-air event, the grounds include a level area ideal for a tented reception with breathtaking lake views.
Exclusive Accommodations
To create a truly immersive wedding weekend, Bonnie View Inn operates on an exclusive-use basis. This means when you book your wedding, you reserve all 26 guest rooms for Friday and Saturday nights, turning your celebration into a private retreat for family and friends. The inn can host up to 105 guests overnight, though around 80 is recommended for the most comfortable experience. If you have guests needing additional accommodations, the team is happy to recommend nearby options.
Cuisine and Services
Food is at the heart of any great wedding, and Bonnie View Inn’s in-house catering team, led by Chef Dave, delivers exceptional menus tailored to your tastes and dietary needs. Whether you prefer a cocktail reception with elegant hors d'oeuvres or a multi-course plated dinner, their wedding packages offer flexible options to suit your vision.
To make your day run smoothly, the venue provides full-service support, including:
- A dedicated wedding coordinator to guide you through planning and on-the-day details.
- Complete bar services with choices like open bar, cash bar, and custom signature drinks.
- Setup of tables, chairs, linens, and tableware for your reception.
- Ceremony setup on the front lawn, including chairs, a signing table, and a charming archway.
- Access to seasonal amenities and a cozy bonfire area, weather permitting.
Message from the team
Experience
Overview of Bonnie View Inn
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Wedding Venue Details
Wedding Catering
Pricing for Bonnie View Inn
Reviews (7)
- RRyan Kerr16/08/2024Perfect Venue for Our Special DayPerfect Venue for Our Special DayWe love this place so much we booked our wedding here.We love this place so much we booked our wedding here.
- CCorena McNeill16/08/2024Wedding Venue Perfection: A Guest's PerspectiveWedding Venue Perfection: A Guest's PerspectiveThis place rocks!!! We came here as guests for a wedding and both the stay and the ceremony were fabulous. Extremely friendly, relaxed, and comfortable. Will be back!This place rocks!!! We came here as guests for a wedding and both the stay and the ceremony were fabulous. Extremely friendly, relaxed, and comfortable. Will be back!
- BBryan Hazi16/08/2024Bonnie View: Perfect Wedding Venue!Bonnie View: Perfect Wedding Venue!What an absolute treat. Visited the Bonnie View this past weekend for a friends wedding and couldn't be happier with accommodations and location. Would highly recommend!What an absolute treat. Visited the Bonnie View this past weekend for a friends wedding and couldn't be happier with accommodations and location. Would highly recommend!
- JJaclyn16/08/2024Breathtaking Bonnie View: Perfect Wedding Venue!Breathtaking Bonnie View: Perfect Wedding Venue!What a lovely venue! Came here for a friend’s wedding and the Bonnie View went above and beyond. The staff were outstanding and the venue was gorgeous with the new renovations.What a lovely venue! Came here for a friend’s wedding and the Bonnie View went above and beyond. The staff were outstanding and the venue was gorgeous with the new renovations.
- BBarbara Horsburgh16/08/2024Unforgettable Weekend at Bonnie View Wedding VenueUnforgettable Weekend at Bonnie View Wedding VenueWe had our daughter’s wedding at the Bonnie View on June 1st. The whole weekend was wonderful. We cannot say enough about the staff and especially the wedding planner, Andrea. Ryan and his team went above and beyond to make it a magical time for my daughter and her husband. Everyone raved about the place. Barbara & RobWe had our daughter’s wedding at the Bonnie View on June 1st. The whole weekend was wonderful. We cannot say enough about the staff and especially the wedding planner, Andrea. Ryan and his team went above and beyond to make it a magical time for my daughter and her husband. Everyone raved about the place. Barbara & Rob
- JJenni Tan16/08/2024Perfect Wedding VenuePerfect Wedding VenueWe had our wedding at the Inn earlier this month, and it completely exceeded our expectations. The Bonnieview Inn is an absolutely perfect venue! Andrea and Bonnie were super helpful during the entire planning process, and did such a fantastic job on the day of as well. They made sure that everything went off without a hitch, and that we and all of the guests were satisifed and having fun the entire time.We had our wedding at the Inn earlier this month, and it completely exceeded our expectations. The Bonnieview Inn is an absolutely perfect venue! Andrea and Bonnie were super helpful during the entire planning process, and did such a fantastic job on the day of as well. They made sure that everything went off without a hitch, and that we and all of the guests were satisifed and having fun the entire time.
- NNick Gardner16/08/2024Unforgettable Wedding at Bonnie ViewUnforgettable Wedding at Bonnie View"The vibes were immaculate" "It was like a fairytale wedding" "The best wedding we have ever been to" These were just some of the incredibly nice things our guests shared with us during our wedding at the Bonnie View. My Wife and I could not have been more impressed and confident in the team at this resort."The vibes were immaculate" "It was like a fairytale wedding" "The best wedding we have ever been to" These were just some of the incredibly nice things our guests shared with us during our wedding at the Bonnie View. My Wife and I could not have been more impressed and confident in the team at this resort.
Get your instant brochure!
Where is Bonnie View Inn located?
Bonnie View Inn is situated in Haliburton, Ontario, offering a picturesque setting in the Haliburton Highlands region.
What makes Bonnie View Inn a unique wedding venue?
Bonnie View Inn combines historic charm, dating back to 1924, with modern comforts, and is uniquely focused on exclusive weekend weddings that provide a private, intimate celebration for you and your guests.
How many guests can Bonnie View Inn accommodate for a wedding reception?
The venue's main dining room seats up to 120 guests, the lounge fits 20 guests, and the screened-in porch accommodates 15 guests. Additionally, an outdoor tented reception on the grounds offers stunning lake views.
Does Bonnie View Inn offer exclusive use for weddings?
Yes. Booking a wedding secures exclusive use of all 26 guest rooms on Friday and Saturday nights, creating a private retreat experience for you and your guests.
How many guests can stay overnight at Bonnie View Inn during a wedding?
The inn can accommodate up to 105 overnight guests, with around 80 guests recommended for the most comfortable stay. Additional accommodations can be arranged nearby if needed.
What catering options does Bonnie View Inn provide for weddings?
The in-house catering team, led by Chef Dave, offers customized menus to suit your tastes and dietary needs, including elegant hors d'oeuvres for cocktail receptions and multi-course plated dinners as part of flexible wedding packages.
What wedding planning support is available at Bonnie View Inn?
The venue provides a dedicated wedding coordinator to assist with planning and day-of coordination, ensuring your special day runs smoothly.
Are bar services available at Bonnie View Inn for weddings?
Yes. Full bar services are offered with options such as open bar, cash bar, and personalized signature drinks to tailor your celebration.
What ceremony and reception setup services does Bonnie View Inn offer?
The venue handles setup of tables, chairs, linens, and tableware for your reception. Ceremony arrangements include chairs, a signing table, and a charming archway on the front lawn.
Does Bonnie View Inn offer any seasonal amenities for weddings?
Seasonal amenities include access to a cozy bonfire area, weather permitting, enhancing your wedding weekend experience with additional outdoor enjoyment.
