Wake up each morning in paradise and enjoy a luxurious stay in our beautiful property in the sunny, south Okanagan. Located in the middle of wine country this lovely, large condo is fully equipped for all your vacation needs. A sandy beach for swimming or relaxing, a grassy sitting area, playground and spray park are a one-minute walk away from your door. You will be steps away from hiking and biking trails, fishing, boating, bird watching, restaurants, coffee shops, liquor stores, antique stores, a library, post office or pharmacy ... and only minutes away from wineries, flea markets and of course, the famous Tickleberry's Ice Cream Store.
Okanagan Falls is a quaint, little town located on scenic Skaha Lake ten minutes south of Penticton. It's far enough away from everything, yet in the middle of anything you want to do. It has one of the mildest climates in Canada and is known for warm dry weather and high annual hours of sunshine. Come to relax, play or ski ... it is a sun worshipper, beach bum, and golfer’s paradise and has great winter weather.
With the largest square footage in the complex and two outdoor patios, there's plenty of room to spread out and relax. Our condo is a bright and spacious end unit overlooking the park with Skaha Lake in the background. Being on the main floor is much cooler in summer and when it's chillier outside, there's a gas fireplace and fireplace fan to circulate the air and keep you warm. As well, the park is our backyard. We have been told we have the best location on the property ... and we agree! We love our little piece of paradise and hope you will too.
Enjoy the Okanagan winter, spring, summer or fall! You only need to bring your suitcases and settle into this modern, well-appointed three-bedroom condo.
Includes:
• Three bedrooms (all with closets) that sleep six (6) – 2 king beds and 2 twin beds
• Bedding, towel sets and beach towels
• Fully-equipped kitchen
• Gas infrared barbecue
• Two covered patios overlooking the park; primary bedroom patio has a park bench and bistro table with two chairs; dining room patio has a table with chairs
• Free HD cable, internet and wifi
• Large capacity washer and dryer on pedestals
• Two bathrooms – primary bedroom ensuite and a “Jack and Jill” entry off a large 2nd bedroom
• Air conditioners (2) - living room and primary bedroom
• Heated salt water swimming pool
• Secured outdoor parking with code access
• One-minute walk to a sandy beach and playground with kids' spray park
• A few restaurants within a ten-minute walk and a number within a 20-minute drive
• Nearby boat launch (if space available, tie your boat up in “The Canal”)
• Bike or hike the historic Kettle Valley Railway (KVR) trail adjacent to the condo that follows the scenic shore of Skaha Lake all the way to Penticton (approx. 10 km). It's right outside our patio! http://bcrailtrails.com/
Activities and Attractions ... So Many Things to Do!!
• SplashBC in Penticton is a giant floating waterpark that kids will love. Located on Okanagan Lake Beach, you will find plenty of beach area and parking within walking distance. https://okanaganwibit.com/british-columbia/
• Rotary Play World - our grandchildren love this playground! https://okanaganfamilyfun.com/activity/parks-playgrounds/rotary-play-world-at-skaha-lake-park-in-penticton
• If you like street and resto rods, or modified and stock cars, you have to visit Penticton each June for the Peach City Beach Cruise. You will be amazed at the beauty, and time and effort put into restoring these older cars. http://www.peachcitybeachcruise.com
• Apex Mountain Resort is for winter enthusiasts and is located a short 30-minute drive from Penticton. It is a full-service resort known for incredible terrain and the lightest champagne powder snow imaginable which is created by the perfect mix between large amounts of precipitation and low humidity. https://www.apexresort.com/
• Take a one-minute walk to Kenyon Park's sandy beach and invitingly warm shallow water. There is a new spray park for the kids with some unique water features. Rent Kenyon House on the beach for small special events. It is equipped with a kitchen, dining space and washrooms. http://www.rdos.bc.ca/departments/community-services/regional-parks/kenyon-park/
• It is now legal to jump off our KVR Trestle Bridge which is about a two-minute walk away. https://infotel.ca/newsitem/summer-fun-on-okanagan-falls-trestle-bridge-to-continue/it63731
• Ironman Canada is the last Sunday in August with up to 2500 athletes participating in this world-class event. https://www.ironman.com/triathlon/events/americas/ironman/canada.aspx
• Okanagan Falls is located in the heart of wine country with Naramata, Kelowna and Summerland to the north and Oliver and Osoyoos to the south and great wineries in the area just minutes away. http://www.okanagan.com/okanagan-falls.html
• OK Falls and the south Skaha wine region are home to 15 premiere, award-winning wineries. Go on a wine tour and pick your favourite.
• Okanagan Granfondo is a premier cycling event that attracts recreational, elite and pro cyclists who choose from one of four distances with each distance starting and finishing in Penticton. okangangrandfondo.com
• Oh my! https://www.oliverosoyoos.com/half-corked-marathon/
• Oliver, the Wine Capital of Canada, hosts the famous Festival of the Grape every fall. Make sure you visit all the wineries of the famous Golden Mile. There is also a large network of hiking, biking and walking trails in the area.
• Okanagan Wine Festivals boasts four seasonal festivals, two wine competitions and over 100 annual events. thewinefestivals.com
• Baldy Mountain Resort is the 3rd highest elevation ski area in BC and the most affordable making it a great family adventure destination. For the non-skier there are a number of other seasonal activities, plus they host a variety of mountain events throughout the year. https://baldyresort.com/
• This is a golfer’s paradise. The only problem is deciding which one you want to play first. For the casual golfer we recommend St. Andrews by the Lake. The signature hole is a 165-yard par three requiring a tee shot over water to an island green with its own miniature 'Swilken Bridge.' http://standrewsbythelake.com/
• A visit to OK Falls isn't complete without a trip to Tickleberry's Ice Cream Parlour and Gift Shop! https://tickleberrys.com/
• Our granddaughters loved the Kangaroo Creek Farm which is 98 km away, just north of the Kelowna Airport. You will get to pet kangaroos, wallabies and capybaras. Take a picnic lunch and make a day trip out of it. It is an inexpensive, unique and fun experience. http://kangaroocreekfarm.com/
• Skaha Bluffs are internationally known as a world-class climbing and rappelling destination. Various climbing routes are situated in three parallel canyons. http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/explore/parkpgs/skahaBluffs/ or http://offtracktravel.ca/climbing-skaha-bluffs-guide/
• Vaseux Lake Provincial Park lies between Okanagan Falls and Oliver. The short boardwalk leads to an observation tower and provides a great view of the lake and wildlife. It is a designated migratory bird sanctuary where more than 220 bird species frequent. The best time to visit is spring or fall. Vaseux Lake is also one of BC's most healthy large and small mouth bass fisheries. http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/explore/parkpgs/vaseux_lk/
• Tubing down the river channel in Penticton is a must! Take Coyote Cruises or tube it all by yourself for free. http://www.coyotecruises.com/
• If you don't mind heights and want to try "flying" through the air, check out zipzone.ca in Peachland!
• There is always a festival or special event taking place in Penticton. For beer drinkers there is the “Fest-of-Ale” in April and there are spring, summer and fall wine festivals.
• Penticton's Farmers' Market takes place every Saturday from 8:30am-1:00pm on Main Street. Vendors proudly make, bake or grow everything they bring to the market, such as fresh veggies, fruits, eggs, honey, baking, preserves and handmade crafts. They also host a selection of local liquor vendors each week. http://pentictonfarmersmarket.org/
• The Pentastic Jazz Festival is held the weekend following the September long weekend in Penticton. With five venues, dance floors and world-class bands, there's plenty to keep you entertained. http://www.pentasticjazz.com/
• Lions Park is adjacent to the condo. Our patios overlook the three-acre nature park which is perfect for a quiet stroll or to simply take in the stunning vistas of Skaha Lake and the KVR trestle. Join the other couples who have found the scenery and serenity an ideal backdrop for their wedding or grad photos. There is a quiet lagoon where kids often try their luck at fishing - catch and release. http://www.rdos.bc.ca/departments/community-services/regional-parks/lions-park/
• Interested in the stars? A visit to the Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory on White Road is a must. It is an internationally-known facility for science and technology research and development related to radio astronomy. There are many large telescopes, whispering dishes and an interpretive centre with free tours. https://nrc.canada.ca/en/research-development/nrc-facilities/dominion-astrophysical-observatory-research-facility
• Take a ride on the Kettle Valley Railway in a restored 1912 steam locomotive. On your 90-minute journey, just outside of Summerland, you will see beautiful views of lush orchards and vineyards, to a spectacular view of Lake Okanagan from Trout Creek Bridge 238 feet (72 m) above the canyon floor. https://www.kettlevalleyrail.org/
Come and enjoy the fun year-round!!
