Other Information

Yes and No. Sunflower Manor is a historic Victorian mansion offering a boutique lodging experience. While each guest room has a private bath, the house is best understood as a thoughtfully restored private residence rather than a conventional hotel.

Guests who enjoy character, architectural detail, and a lived-in sense of place tend to feel most at home here.

The home is heated and cooled using modern systems adapted to a historic structure. Because of the age and size of the house, temperature and airflow may vary slightly between rooms and floors, particularly during seasonal transitions. All rooms have space heaters to allow individual heat adjustment. 

We provide guidance and tools to help guests adjust their comfort as needed. Guests who prefer perfectly uniform climate control throughout a building may be more comfortable in a modern hotel setting.

Sunflower Manor is generally peaceful, especially in the evenings. Soundproofing has been added between the second and third floors and there are storm windows throughout the house that further dampen noise. That said, as a large historic home some sound may carry between floors, and exterior sounds from the surrounding town or riverfront may be audible at times. All rooms come with a sound machine and complementary earplugs to help sensitive sleepers. 

Yes. The house is ideally suited for full-house stays. Booking the entire manor offers maximum privacy, comfort, and flexibility, and tends to create the most relaxed guest experience.

Yes. Individual rooms are available when the house is not reserved as a full buyout.

Guests booking individual rooms should be comfortable sharing common spaces with other respectful guests and appreciate the communal nature of a historic home.

Children are welcome when the entire house is booked by one group. Due to architectural features such as staircases, antique elements, and shared spaces, the property may not be ideal for unsupervised children. The house has not been safety-proofed for the protection of small children and we do not have toys or a gameroom. 

This is a historic property that is not fully ADA accessible. Stairs are required to access guest rooms. Guests with mobility concerns are encouraged to reach out prior to booking so we can help determine whether the space will be comfortable for them.

If cancelled at least two weeks before your booking, you will receive a full refund minus credit card processing fees.

Cancellations less than two weeks in advance are on a case-by-case basis. 

We do not offer refunds for same-day cancellations. 

We will work with you on luggage storage as well as special check in and out times. We will accommodate special requests if we are able to. Please contact juniper@sunflowermanor.com

No, we do not have any long-term or permeant residents of the house. If you rent the entire property, you will have exclusive use of the home. If you only rent one room, there may be guests staying in other rooms. We will let you know at check in if there will be any other guests.

No, breakfast is not provided. We recommend IV Coffee for coffee and baked goods, Pop Snyder's for a non-fussy classic diner experience, Both are a short (less than ten minute) walk away.

No. We do not have full-time staff present in the building. All bookings are done online or via phone. Check-in is remote; we will send you a check-in code on the day of check-in. We have staff that can stop by if you request assistance.

Reservations in advance are required. 

Vineyards and Breweries

• Whispering Oaks Vineyard- Beautiful views of the valley. Tasting room is open Thursday through Sunday. Live music and food trucks every Thursday night. It is a six minute drive away.

• Spyglass Ridge Winery- This spot is known not only for their wine but also for their Backyard Concert series that features famous performers. They also host festivals. Open Tuesday through Sunday. It is an eight minute drive away.

• Iron Vines- This is a small wine bar and production facility producing red, white, and specialty wines. Open Thursday through Sunday with live music most weekend nights. It is an eight minute walk away.

• Eclipse Craft Brewing- This Market Street favorite is an unpretentious spot to try a large selection of local brews. They serve pretzels and specialty pizzas. Open Wednesday through Sunday. It is an eight minute walk away.

• Hidden Stories Pop-Up Brewery- A cozy pop-up with local brews. 

• Nearby Lewisburg hosts Fero Vineyards and Union Cellars. It is a fifteen minute drive away.

Nature and Hikes

• Shikellamy State Park- Enjoy a breathtaking view of the river and soak in nature on the forest trails. Just a few minutes drive away.

• Woodward Cave- Go on an easy walking tour of one of the largest caverns in Pennsylvania. 45 minutes away

• Ricketts Glen State Park- An beautiful but challenging hike featuring 21 impressive waterfalls over seven miles.

• Penn's Cave and Wildlife Park- This unique experience features a fully-guided cavern tour by boat, wildlife park, an off-road mountain tour, gemstone panning, & more. Only an hour drive away.

• Fort Augusta & Hunter House- This was a colonial militia fort from the 1750s. Now a diorama of the Fort and a small museum with cannons.

Antique Shopping

• Sunbury Station- Here you can find crystals, records, glassware, gothic curios, and other antiques. 

• Rollermills Marketplace- The largest antique mall in the region, there are over 400 antique dealers in a restored Flour Mill from the 1880s. Open everyday 10-5. Located in Lewisburg, about fifteen minutes away. 

Market Street Highlights

• STEAM Innovation Labs A local makers space offering regular classes in fiber arts, stained glass, ceramics, and other arts. 

• The first Weis Market ever built is located just off 2nd Street.

• The Edison Hotel is the first building in the world to be lighted using incandescent carbon-filament lightbulbs (July 4, 1883). Located in the lobby is a small museum. Inside the hotel is The Robin's Nest, a local restaurant open for lunch and dinner. Enjoy American food and a big slice of pie for dessert. 

• The Squeeze-In is an iconic spot for hot dogs. 

• Driftwood and Sage Boutique features handcrafted soaps, candles, and bath bombs.