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The Mallard - Waterfront Cottage with Pool Table and Boat Slip!

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Enjoy the Cottage's community of friendly neighbors with family and friends.
Watch the July 1st fireworks from our deck. The furniture can be moved around.
Large deck with L-sectional seating for those lazy summer days.
Large deck to move furniture to suit your needs when the sun changes directions.
You can change the configuration so that you can eat under the sun as well!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Osoyoos, BC
  • Burrowing Owl Estate Winery
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Nk'Mip Cellars
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Penticton, BC (YYF-Penticton Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1 - King

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - Kid's Room

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3 - Queen

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 - Lower King

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 Ensuite King - Upper

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Mallard - Waterfront Cottage with Pool Table and Boat Slip!

This yellow cottage is a few houses over from our red one (VRBO #555099). It has the same layout but with a 4th bathroom and larger deck!

Looking for peace and serenity without looking over at the rooftops of the neighbors? This gorgeous lake front home is located at the north end of Osoyoos Lake. The quiet area of the lake is a family friendly paradise for water sports and swimming! Of course, we are only minute’s away from Burrowing Owl and Black Hills Winery Estates if you like wine tasting!

If you are looking for excitement, then consider how close we are to the new Area 27 race track located in Oliver with 227 acres for motorsport enthusiasts! Area 27 Karting Centre has a world class facility guaranteed to get the adrenaline flowing.

In the summer, the local fruit stands and farmer's markets provide an opportunity to discover a wide variety of products including cherries, plums, peaches, apricots and nectarines. In the winter we are just 40 minutes from Mount Baldy Ski Area, and 1 ½ hours from Big White Ski Resort for all those riders that love powder snow!

Our two-level 2400 sq. ft. home is spacious enough to accommodate two families with room to spare. The spacious lay out gives water views from the living room, dining room, kitchen and three of its four bedrooms. With beautiful views of the mountains and lake, you can walk out onto an upper deck and lower patio to catch the rays of sun, or enjoy the stars at night.

A few steps down from the property takes you along a meandering path towards the dock, or to the 500 foot white sand beach, where you can enjoy an evening beach bonfire, play volleyball, or just watch the kids play in the sand. A clubhouse is shared amongst residents and visitors to this gated community, and includes 2 seasonal outdoor pools, 2 hot tubs, fitness centre and shared common room.

Upper Level: Great room, kitchen, dining area, deck, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and laundry room. Details:
- Huge master suite with 1 King bed, private 4 piece en suite, with spacious glass shower, separate bathtub, and double vanity. Lake view and TV in room. A view of the lake will brighten any morning
- Kids room with 1 single/double bunk bed and 1 single bed – sleeps 4
- Open concept great room with unobstructed views of the lake, double french doors leading out to a large partial covered deck
- The open concept kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances and allows for meal time prep conversations with family in the great room or dining area. Enjoy indoor meals with friends and family at the large table that seats 8 comfortably, or 4 can sit at the kitchen’s granite island
- Partial covered deck with BBQ and patio set that seats 6 if you need shade

Lower Level: Entertainment area, 2 bedrooms, 2 bath. Details:
- Guest bedroom with 1 King bed plenty of windows to enjoy the view of the lake. 3 piece en suite, pull out twin couch and TV
- Guest room with 1 Queen bed with view of the lake
- 3 piece bath room
- Entertainment Area includes:
1. Pool table
2. Games area table for 4 with board games, cards, etc…
3. Large TV, with comfy seating for at least 6 people. Telus Optic TV
4. Double sized pull out couch for extra guests and pocket door for privacy
5. Double french doors lead you to the ground level covered patio with Adirondack style chairs for 5 with unobstructed views of the lake and a hammock for afternoon naps in the shade.

The internet connection is a fibre optic service dedicated to the property (wireless). Max occupants 12. Linens are provided. Please bring your own beach towels and toiletries (soap, shampoo, etc).

Rates quoted are inclusive cleaning but exclusive of boat slip rental (extra $50 / day). Consult with owner regarding boat slip after booking.

Property manager

Tania & Mark Hodgson

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number exempt - located on Indian Reserve

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Osoyoos

Located in Osoyoos, this cottage is on the waterfront. Burrowing Owl Estate Winery and Inniskilin Okanagan Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Rattlesnake Canyon and Rattlesnake Canyon Amusement Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Osoyoos, BC

What's nearby

  • Osoyoos Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Burrowing Owl Estate Winery - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Rattlesnake Canyon - 17 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre - 22 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Nk'Mip Cellars - 23 min drive - 17.0 km

Getting around

  • Penticton, BC (YYF-Penticton Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Junction 3 Coffee House - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Osoyoos Golf Club - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Spirit Beach Cantina - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Sage Pub - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Mallard - Waterfront Cottage with Pool Table and Boat Slip! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is The Mallard - Waterfront Cottage with Pool Table and Boat Slip! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Mallard - Waterfront Cottage with Pool Table and Boat Slip!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mallard - Waterfront Cottage with Pool Table and Boat Slip!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Mallard - Waterfront Cottage with Pool Table and Boat Slip! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Osoyoos Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Burrowing Owl Estate Winery and Anarchist Protected Area. Field's Lease Ecological Reserve and Nk'Mip Desert & Heritage Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colette F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wonderful

This is our second time as a family renting both houses from Mark and Tania. The view of the lake is amazing. The neighborhood is quiet and the landscaping throughout the development is beautiful. We made good use of the play ground. The houses had plenty of room for 12 guests. The perfect place for family gatherings.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeds expectations!

House was awesome, kitchen was especially well equipped for our non stop cooking and eating! Layout was great for our multi generational family. Deck was private and view was gorgeous. The Cottages property was amazing, beautifully landscaped and immaculate! And super quiet. Mark & Tania, thanks for sharing !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rita c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for family

The place is big and spacious for family with 6 adults and two kids. Great location with a lot of beach toys. Pool table provided evening entertainment. Some appliances not working well. Check out cleaning procedures is a bit more than normally expected.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation rental

This house was amazing and very comfortable to stay at.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family vacation!

Excellent location, cottage floor plan is wonderful, it’s fully stocked, and communication with owner is great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and layout

This is a beautiful cottage. The layout and location are excellent and it's really a lovely place to stay. Only issue we had was ants. Coming in from the garage and from under the front door seal. Also in the basement. The owner did tell me the previous people had complained about ants as well. There were traps out and some spray (which we didn't want to spray while we were in the home). I contacted the owner and it was suggested we purchase traps and then be reimbursed for them. Honestly when spending this kind of money on a vacation I would hope that the problem would have been rectified by the time we checked in. Also all of the upstairs windows had a ton of bugs in spider webs in the corners. There were liquid splashes of some sort down the wall by the patio doors and our socks when worn were pretty dirty the first day we arrived. I assume a cleaning company comes in and does the service, so I would maybe suggest a chat with them to address these areas. Overall we loved our stay. The bathrooms and kitchen were clean but floors/windows left a bit to be desired.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July 2024 Family Vacation

This was our first stay at The Cottages. Mark was attentive in communicating with us all along the way even when he himself was out of the country. The house was lovely and had everything we needed. Mark even arrived to see if we needed anything. The location is perfect for being close to the beach and a quick walk to the pool and gym. The facilities were great for our kids and grandkids. Everyone had a fantastic time. Thanks Mark and Tania. We really enjoyed our stay at your place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot for multi family vacation

This place has just about everything you need for a family vacation. Perfect spot, patios overlooking the lake, mountains and marina. It's a short walk to beach, marina and clubhouse. Plenty of extra parking nearby, lots of storage room and 2nd fridge in garage, great house layout with lots of living and lounging space, nice kitchen with plenty of extras. Great communication with Mark, the host, before and during trip. We had a minor issue with plumbing but he had a plumber there the same day I told him that came and fixed the issue. Thanks Mark for providing a great spot for families to make memories for life. Cheers
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd O., Abbotsford

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family meeting place

We loved our stay here! It was the perfect place to stay so that we could all be together in one place. We took advantage of the golf courses near by, the many wineries around, the pool and hot tub and even the lake. The top things we enjoyed about the Yellow Cottage were the view, the deck, the pool table and the many comfy bedrooms and ample bathrooms. The hosts were very responsive, communications were clear and easy to follow, and we felt that if we had needed to reach out for anything, which we didn’t, they would have been quick to help! We hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

This cottage had absolutely everything we needed with space for 6 adults and 6 kids. It is close to the beach and pool. Great layout with beautiful patio on both upper and lower levels. We had a fantastic time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and comfortable

This was a very clean and comfortable stay right on Osoyoos Lake. The cottage was well equipped and spacious for our group of eight, including toddlers, children, adults, and grandparents. We liked the location, just a short walk to the beach. We all really enjoyed the shady lower deck and hammock on hot afternoons. Our kids loved the bunk beds. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irene H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Excellent location and lovely furnishings, quiet but quit close to town!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cottage!

Spectacular waterfront views await you at this fantastic property. We all enjoyed the private beach at the lake and the pool with 2 hot tubs. There is also an abundance of quality wineries to discover very close by. A relaxing vacation all round.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect summer getaway

Great vacation home in a terrific location. The house configuration suited our needs well with additional outdoor spaces. The property offers a sandy beach, pool, hot tub, gym and more. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay

This house is amazing, it has everything you need to entertain the whole family. While we didn't have the best weather, we were able to keep the kids all busy with all the games in the house and at the pool (which was heated). We can't wait to plan our next trip already.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for families

We were looking for a great place to hang out and relax as a family and this home fit all of our needs. Great space for us with the 4 bedrooms and nice to have the 4 bathrooms as well, let everyone have their own space. The location was great too. Access to many of the best wineries in the area was only a very short distance and we were able to visit quite a few. The home is very well equipped with everything you need, the beds were very comfortable too. The recreation facility was good too although the large pool was closed for the season we certainly made use of the hot tub, the gym and the pickle ball court too. I can only imagine how great this place would be in the summer. All communication was good as well and had no issues with the property when we were there so didn’t need to contact owners during our stay. Would definitely rent this hone again.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan E., Richmond, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Osoyoos Summer Getaway

We just returned from a weeks stay at Mark and Tania's cottages on Osoyoos Lake. We stayed as a group of 2 families, 8 people including adults and teenagers. We had ample room for all of us to spread out and to be together. The whole cottage is well equipped and beautifully decorated. The cottage is in a wonderful location, there are very few people walking by so it is very private. We had our boat with us we happy to find out the cottage location is very close to the marina. The marina is very nice and very clean. We launched our boat at the public launch in town and stored our trailer at the public facility in town as well (pay by a parking meter per day). The teens in our group found a love for the game of pool and made way more use out of the pool table that I would have ever imagined. We only used the pool and hot tub a few times but I was surprised how well taken care of everything is and again how lovely and clean the facility is. The staff who work here do an amazing job and keeping things looking wonderful. We didn't realize that many residents own golf carts to get around the property (there are some really cute ones!) We talked to a woman at the pool who mentioned she rented one (not sure from where?) and had it delivered to her cottage. Maybe someone else can benefit from this information as if I had known, I may have done the same thing! Thank you Mark and Tania for a wonderful stay... if you are considering booking this cottage, just do it, you won't be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susann R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Okanagan late summer beauty

lovely home with everything you need, located in a beautiful setting. We particularly enjoyed the pool and jacuzzi after a long day of cycling. Would definitely rent again
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K., Vancouver BC Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Last Week of Summer Getaway with Friends

Our bubble of five spent 6 nights at the Yellow Cottage and welcomed in the first day of Autumn. The community is very well laid out and the grounds and facilities are well maintained. The Yellow Cottage is spacious, well appointed, and light filled- perfect for our group who enjoys cooking and the outdoors. We made good use of the family room and enjoyed signing onto our accounts on the Smart TV to enjoy some evening binge watching! This unusual year has kept us all closer to home but we plan to make a mid- September stay at the Yellow Cottage part of our future plans and would recommend it to our discerning friends and family
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kyle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice relaxing getaway!

The cottage is in a great location minutes walk away from the beach and pool. There is a beautiful view of the marina and the beach from the back of the cottage which was nice to wake up to. Equipment was available for use for the beach which was convenient. While the main fridge wasn't completely working there was another fridge to save the day. Mark was very responsive and addressed all of our needs during our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Patty N., Vancouver Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal!

The perfect spot got our multi generational family holiday! Something for everyone, safe for the younger ones, quality amenities. Anytime we needed something, we found it was there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline G., Guntersville, Alabama

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding cottage and experience

The cottage and communication with owner were both outstanding for our October 2019 stay. Wonderful location, beautiful views, and perfect for family or group vacation with four bedrooms and four bathrooms, great room on main floor and large family room in lower level. The property was clean, well maintained, and comfortably appointed. We would definitely enjoy staying here again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Ray F., Victoria, BC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

family get together

Perfect locaton for our small family of 8 to meet and spend of few days together. This was our first time ever using a vrbo and were very happy with the whole experience. Excellent home and ammenities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Helen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful setting

Great place to spend some R & R time. Very comfortable place for a small or larger group. Will definitely recommend it to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Place in Osoyoos

This gorgeous summer house was the perfect place for our annual family get-together this year. Fabulous location and all the amenities one could hope for. The pools were lovely & warm, with immaculate facilities, plus a lovely piece of the Osoyoos beachfront to enjoy. This waterfront cottage overlooks the new private marina, where we were able to moor our boat, and make the most of life in the Okanagan. We will definitely plan on returning again & again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Tania & Mark Hodgson

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Our family of 5 enjoy the outdoors! We purchased this second cottage (our first one is listed on VRBO #555099) because we have extended family that love to travel out to BC. We want to share our space with others, because we believe that everyone should be able to discover BC and all that it has to offer. The lake views and serenity of the Osoyoos area is a gift that helps the soul feel rejuvenated!

Why they chose this property

Our kids love to swim in the warm lake, and enjoy going into the town of Osoyoos to eat icecream. We probably just love doing nothing but enjoying the scenery through the many trails, visiting fruit markets, and ending our days on the deck with a glass of wine.

If you are lucky enough, you will see the wild horses that roam along the beach, feeding on the tall grass by the east side of the lake. Sometimes they walk along the same road that you have just travelled
If you love basking in the heat of the summer, swimming in Canada's warmest lake, lounging and relaxing by the water with the views of vineyards, then you've come to the right place!

What makes this property unique

Brand new race track called Area 27 located in Oliver designed by international race car drivers. This facility allows you to drive your luxury vehicle at top speed!

Languages:

English