Longing for a resort-style waterfront vacation? Dreaming of a beach and marina in the heart of wine country? Hoping for hiking, mountains, and connection with nature? This cozy 2br/1ba garden suite in the Cottages at Osoyoos Lake has it all!

This charming, lower-level suite is perfect for small families, couples, snowbirds, or small groups of friends such as girls' weekend/guys golf or boating. Three queen beds comfortably accommodate 4 adults. The owners of this cottage live upstairs and are friendly, helpful, and gracious. The Garden Suite is the lower level walkout that was renovated and converted into guest space.

A highlight of this garden suite cottage is its proximity to resort amenities; sandy beach, marina, playground, outdoor swimming pools, kiddie pool, hot tubs, gym, and community center with covered picnic area as well as indoor and outdoor kitchens. Glorious scenic vistas of Osoyoos Lake, vineyards, and Anarchist Mountains are the real essence of this tranquil vacation getaway nestled at the north end of the Lake!

Breathe in the clean, calming fragrance of desert rain, sagebrush, and cactus blossoms. Feel sunshine warming your skin as sapphire waves lap the lakeshore and clouds pass languidly in an azure sky. Osoyoos, a semi-arid climate known as Canada’s desert, is a once-in-a-lifetime attraction. This is the warmest lake in Canada. Fruit production, viticulture (wine making), and tourism are key industries.

Here, your sleep patterns will stabilize with circadian rhythms. Anxiety and stress will melt away, your mental clarity will sharpen. Restore health; nourish your soul with Osoyoos!

Living:
This bright and airy, 800 sq ft garden suite cottage has an open design kitchen/living/dining area with stylish, contemporary decor. The comfortable, inviting living room has grounding earth tones, a chamois brown sofa, and swivel rocker, an ocher-hued leather armchair, all nicely arranged for relaxing conversation, and enchanting window views of the mountains, vineyards, and lake. There’s an area rug the color of desert sand, the walls are a calming hue of sage.

In the evenings, cozy up on the sofa to enjoy Telus Optic TV including Discovery, Netflix, and Disney. Sliding glass doors that open out to the screened-in patio, illuminate this living area with daylight, and allow for fresh breezes.

Kitchen/Dining:
The fully equipped kitchen has French-white hardwood cabinets, natural stone countertops, and custom tile backsplash with natural hues of slate blue and grey; reminiscent of sky and lake. The kitchen is appointed with stainless steel appliances including a gas cooktop, oven, microwave, full fridge, single basin sink, and dishwasher. There’s a single Keurig coffee maker and perc for your morning coffee preferences.

Enjoy the bounty of fresh produce and farmers' markets in this region. This cozy, contemporary kitchen has everything you need to delight friends or family with home-cooked meals. Beside the picture windows is a cafe-style dining table for two or more. Dine while enjoying the majestic vistas.

Sliding glass doors from the living/dining area leads directly out to the patio & lakefront alfresco dining. Entertain family and friends with home-cooked meals and a bounty of fresh produce from the Farmers' Market. This is a place to gather and make memories that will last a lifetime!

Bedrooms & Baths:
This garden suite cottage on Osoyoos Lake has two bedrooms and one full bathroom. Both bedrooms have ceiling fans with lamps, sumptuous linens, and bedding. Plush bath towels and beach towels are provided. The suite sleeps a max of 4 adults total.

Primary Suite: The primary suite has wall-to-wall carpeting, a queen size sleigh bed with feather topper, matching nightstands with reading lamps, a large walk-in closet, a wall mirror and coastal-themed fine art. (Primary suite sleeps 2.)

Bedroom #2: Bedroom #2 has luxury laminate wood flooring, a queen-over-queen bunk bed with ladder, a nightstand with reading lamp, a bureau with a Teleus Optic TV, an upholstered rocking chair, and a sliding barn door feature. (Bedroom #2 sleeps 2 adults and 2 small children)

Bathroom/Laundry: This hallway full bathroom has a tub/shower combo, and single raised-sink large, natural stone vanity. The suite does come with a ventless washer dryer. It's best used for light small loads only.

Outdoor Amenities:
Outdoor amenities are a highlight of this serene condominium. Unwind, enjoy life, breathe in fresh air on your outdoor patio with alfresco dining. This is a great spot to sip coffee at sunrise or enjoy a cocktail at sunset. Revel in the bucolic scenery. Just beyond the lush knoll are views of the lake, vineyards, and Anarchist Mountains. Enjoy the evenings bug-free! The adjustable patio screen can manually go up or down.

Resort Amenities:
The Cottages at Osoyoos Lake is designed to encourage thoughtful community cohesion and appreciation for nature. This award-winning, eco-friendly development is a scenic community of craftsman-style homes with dormer windows, screened porches, and patios.

The beauty of this setting is unparalleled. Drink in the glory of the Okanagan Valley! Enjoy 2,600 feet of wide walking/biking trails winding from meadow to beach. Breathtaking vistas stretch in every direction, ranging from rolling farmland, pastures, wetlands, and rocky outcroppings to beaches, vineyards, nearby orchards, mountains, and sparkling water views.
Residents and guests savor 1,800 feet of pristine waterfront. Skip stones on the sparkling lake or let the kids build sandcastles on the sandy beach! Play beach volleyball or take the kids water skiing. Kayak, canoe, or paddleboard on the lake. Fish for trout, kokanee, bass, and sockeye salmon right off the dock!

Meet your neighbours for board games, snacks, or coffee at the community center. Spread out in 7,000 square feet of social space with indoor and outdoor kitchens! Plenty of BBQs, potlucks, and community events happening here!

Accomplish your morning exercise routine in the fitness center or swim laps in the pool. Kids and grandkids will enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool. There’s even a kiddie pool for the littlest guests. After dark, gather family and friends for s’mores around the fire pit, or simply soak in the hot tub and stargaze.

The development of The Cottages at Osoyoos Lake resort community was done with great consideration for the environment. 54% of the total development site was preserved as greenspace, with two wildlife corridors. Resort landscaping incorporates drought-resistant native plants. The focus of life here is outdoor time and deep appreciation for nature.

All homes are heated and cooled with a closed-loop geothermal heat pump, resulting in a significant overall reduction of energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Attention was paid to even the littlest details; (ie: efficient LED streetlights as opposed to conventional streetlights.) You can feel good about The Cottages as a GREEN community.

Neighborhood:

Osoyoos is a desirable vacation destination for travelers who adore the warm, clean, clear, freshwater lake and wide, sandy beaches, mountains, nature, vineyards, arts and culture, live music, unique shopping, and dining. The area boasts a plethora of wineries, vineyards, farms, nature trails, golf courses. Osoyoos is just north of the border and only a four-hour drive from Vancouver.

Opportunities abound for golf, hunting, skiing, mountain climbing, hiking, cycling, swimming, boating and so much more. Over 45 wineries/world-class vineyards are within a 20-minute drive! The charming downtown district with shopping and dining is just a short drive away.

Osoyoos is the Wine Capital of Canada! There are more than 20 wineries close by including:
Castoro de Oro Estate Winery, Mirror Lake Vineyard, La Stella Winery, Gold Hill Winery, Osoyoos Larose, SunRock Vineyard, Rockpit Vineyard, Sonora Desert Winery, Liber Farm & Winery, Bordertown Vineyards & Estate Winery, Adega On 45th Estate Winery, Moon Curser Vineyards, Blue Sky Estate Winery, NK'MIP Cellars, Lariana Cellars, A&J Vineyards LTD, Young & Wyse Collection, Larose Winery, Black Sage Vineyard, Burrowing Owl Estate Winery and Silver Sage Winery. There's still more vineyards and wineries within a 20-30 minute drive!

May to October browse the Saturday morning Farmers’ market. There’s a bounty of fruit and wine in this region! The mild Okanagan climate produces the earliest fruit in Canada, such as apples, pears, plums, sweet and sour cherries, peaches, apricots, nectarines, and grapes.

There are many hiking trails in the area as well as the world-renowned mountain climbing area Skaha Bluffs. The attractive climate draws athletes and fosters popular tourist activities including summer water sports, golf, bike riding, horseback riding, triathlon training, and sightseeing. Winter Sports are also popular; the International Curling Club facility is located in Osoyoos.

The town of Oliver hosts the Half Ironman; a 2km, two-loop swim in the clean and protected waters of Tuc El Nuit Lake, an 89 Km scenic bike course takes you through the beautiful lower Okanagan Valley vineyards, and a two-loop, 21 Km run through quiet residential and along the banks of the Okanagan River.

Golfers will enjoy the 36 Hole Osoyoos Golf & Country Club, Sonora Dunes (next to award-winning Nk'Mip Cellars), Kettle Valley Golf Club, Twin Lakes Golf, and St. Andrew by the Lake (9 holes) are within minutes and many more towards Penticton.
Watch the moon rise over the lake. The stars are crisp and bright here. This garden suite at The Cottages at Osoyoos Lake is an ideal family vacation spot. Yet, it’s also a place for solitude, reflection, and digital detox. Unwind to enjoy world-class stargazing, birdwatching, hiking, and fishing. Whatever the season, relax at this Garden Suite at The Cottages; a tranquil and rewarding getaway!

Access:

This lower-level garden suite has a private, keyed entry. We offer self-check-in. In addition to the suite, guests will have access to community amenities of The Cottages at Osoyoos Lake, including, beach, dock and marina, fitness room, pools and hot tub, green space, wide walking/biking trails, and 7,000 sq ft community center with indoor & outdoor kitchens, and covered patio/alfresco dining space. The dock does allow overnight moorage, please inquire for details about rental of boat slip.

Transit/ Getting here:

Penticton is the closest airport. It is about a 35 min drive to Osoyoos. Other nearby airports include Kelowna, BC at 102.91 km, Pangborn Field, USA at 189.74 km, Fairchild AFB, USA at 207.12 km, and Vancouver - Abbotsford, BC at 211.37 km.

Driving Times from The Cottages:

Downtown Osoyoos - 20 mins south
Canada/US Border -3.5 hours (16.9 km)
Vancouver, BC - 5 hrs (409 km)
Seattle, WA - 5hrs (409 km)
Calgary, AB - 10hrs (860 km)