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

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View from the marina gate. We are just steps away from the marina.
Private cottage on the lake.  We are the red one.
View from our 23' boat slip.  Our red home is beside the beige lake front home
Cozy kitchen with 4 bar stools for additional seating.
Dining area for up to 8 people.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1 - Master (upper level)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - kids room (upper level)

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3 - lower guest room

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 - lower guest room

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Master bedroom en-suite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 - upper level guest bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3 - lower level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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

** WE HAVE A SECOND COTTAGE AVAILABLE. CHECK OUT Vrbo: #1093843. SAME LAYOUT, WITH A 4TH BATHROOM & LARGER DECK.

Looking for peace and serenity without looking over at the rooftops of the neighbours? 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 luxury 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! Oh, and we have a wood burning fire place to keep it nice and cozy.

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. Details:
- 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, 1 bath. Details:
- Guest bedroom with 1 King bed plenty of windows to enjoy the view of the lake. 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.

No hidden fees. Rates quoted include cleaning. Boat slip is additional charge of $50 per night. Consult with owner 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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number exempt - located on Indian Reserve

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Osoyoos

Located in Osoyoos, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Shady Park, or check out an event or a game at Area 27 Motorsports Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and mountain climbing nearby.
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Osoyoos, BC

What's nearby

  • Osoyoos Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Burrowing Owl Estate Winery - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Rattlesnake Canyon - 22 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre - 23 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Nk'Mip Cellars - 24 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

  • Penticton, BC (YYF-Penticton Regional) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Junction 3 Coffee House - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Osoyoos Golf Club - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Spirit Beach Cantina - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Sage Pub - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Birdhouse - 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 Birdhouse - 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 Birdhouse - Waterfront Cottage with Pool Table and Boat Slip!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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

This family-friendly Osoyoos holiday home is located on a lake, steps from Osoyoos Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Anarchist Protected Area and Field's Lease Ecological Reserve. Gyro Beach and Osoyoos Desert Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colette F.

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

Wonderful place for a family reunion

Well laid out for family and friends. Beautiful views of the lake. Great playground for the children.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

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

Relaxing stay, excellent location

Loved the location of the cottage! The boat slip was a huge plus! We would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

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

Great Property

Awesome experience and super friendly owners. Would definitely stay here again with the family
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

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

Came for the Oliver triathlon

A beautiful house, in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean K.

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

Great location, and for families

We had a great time staying here. There was plenty of room for 8 of us. The location is great and close to the beach, with lots of things to do with the kids.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

golf get away

The "bird house" was perfect. the location right on the lake is awesome. the house is roomy, clean and has everything needed to make it a great golf trip. There wasn't one complaint coming from the 7 men staying in the house , plenty of beds and very spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott m., st albert

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

Beautiful location.

Well equipped and spacious house on the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

James M.

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

James

Wonderful place for the whole family. So much space and close to the beautiful beach.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

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

Wonderful venue for family reunion

Loved this house with everything you would ever need. Next time perhaps we will rent the other unit without the pool table and a larger deck, since we had little ones this time, but it was wonderful, and also appreciate the 5 day stay .
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter & Po T., Vancouver

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

Great Cottage, Great Hosts

We stayed at the Osoyoos Cottages three years in a row and just love it there. The location is central to everything: wineries, golf and the towns. This particular unit has one of the best locations within the development. Lakefront views and steps to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline G., Guntersville, Alabama

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

beautiful location, wonderful stay

Outstanding stay in cottage, great communication and prompt response from owner. Lovely cottage with stunning views, and very comfortable amenities especially for family or several travelling together, lots of space for everyone. Beds comfortable. Flexible spaces worked really well for kids and elderly in family.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Dana r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Excellent Location

Great place to stay with family and friends. Location was great. Just 15m or so away from groceries, restaurants etc.The beach and swimming pool access were great. Really peaceful place to relax with the family. Only problem will say was the dishwasher wasn’t working properly, along with kitchen cookware, is really worn out. Also no soap/shower gel, shampoo etc and beach towels were provided. So make sure to bring your own.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanis E.

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

Amazing!

We had a great time! The owners were fantastic and quick to respond to any issues or questions we had. Great access to the beach, pool and other amenities. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

A lovely family vacation

Mark's place is lovely Right on the lake with lovely views and a short walk to the beach and the pool. It is perfect for a family get away and Mark is generous and helpful. It is beautifully equipped and the lay out is great for sharing with another family. Great little wineries near by - loved Stoneboat and loved the Niqmip Desert Cultural Centre. I would highly recommend it for a family stay
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

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

Perfect for family

Loved this community. Safe for kids, clean and well kept, great recreation area, really nice beach area, safe slips for boats where you don’t have to worry about wind storms. Easy boat ride to town and not too far by car. Close to vineyards. Lots to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

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

A Wonderful Holiday!

The property exceeded all our expectations. Fabulous view and easy walking distance to the beach for my elderly parents. Exceptional cottage with all the amenities and comforts of home. We will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kieron J.

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

Great layout for multi family

The property was brilliant for multiple families, we stayed there with 2 families but could easily accommodate 3. The house was well stocked, had lovely views and was just perfect for hanging out in an evening. Very short walk to play park and swimming pool. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

nancy b.

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

Okanagan bliss

Enjoyed a wonderful week at this cottage with another couple. Lots of room for everyone. Peaceful mornings sipping our coffees on the upper porch . Days spent hiking, biking, wine tasting, swimming and dinners out. Very convenient location to stay while exploring the Okanagan Valley. Lots to do and we look forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Irene S.

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

Family trip Aug 2022

Our group of 7 adults and 5 kids fit comfortably. Steps from the lake which was great with the kids. The kids loved the pool table, backyard hammock and stock of board games. Plenty of water toys to use at the lake. Owners friendly and very responsive. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Bryce M.

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

Golf trip

Great location and amenities. The owners were very accommodating and answered any of my questions quickly. The only issues we had was that the unit is starting to show its age (water marks in the downstairs bathroom and kitchen cupboards banged up) and the cleanliness could have been better. Other than that we had an amazing time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

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

30+ in June!

Clean, decorated with comfort and style in mind. Full sun upper patio and shaded lower! Access to beach is 150m, the whole development is pristine and clean! The house is stocked so well with all appliances and things you would need, just show up with your bathing suit! We will return :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn P.

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

Three generation family vacation

Well stocked kitchen. Lots of space. We were very relieved that the air conditioning worked well as it was extremely hot for our entire week! Appreciated the wagon, folding chairs. Some complaints about downstairs shower not draining well and beds squeaky and poor support. Lovely master suite.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darlene H., Hanna

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

Osoyoos Cottage #159

Very comfortable home with a lovely view. Short walk to the beach and pool. Having the use of garage to store blowup floaties for the lake was ideal. 2nd fridge in garage was great for beverages. Kayak use was a nice option for adults. Kids enjoyed the scooters. Wine tastings a short drive up the road. Home owners Mark & Tania were quick to respond to any questions prior to our arrival.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darryl H.

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

Great property, nice view to the lake

The house was clean and comfortable. Nice to have decks both up and down. The hot-tub is at the club-house, which is about a 5 minute walk - all well maintained. House itself could use a few upgrades, notably a better dishwasher and coffee maker. Dishes were problematical and some of the plates/ cups were stained or dirty. That said, it was very well equipped and entirely adequate.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine T.

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

Family summer cottage holiday - + birthday celebrations

Hi Mark and Tania, We had a great time! I wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for the incredible time we had at your beautiful lakefront home. Our stay was absolutely delightful, and we couldn't have asked for a better place for our growing family to enjoy. The location was perfect, the house had everything we needed in the kitchen, covered deck spaces, bedding was so lovely, and the presence of air conditioning made our stay even more comfortable during the warmer days. The spacious layout of your home provided us with the ideal setting to enjoy meaningful conversations and share memorable meals together. We also were delighted and surprised with the water toys for the kids at the beach. The kayaks and tubes gave us hours of pleasure. Sad that the main pool cover was damaged the night we arrived and closed for repairs for the week, but no big deal. Once again, thank you, we feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to create cherished memories at your place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tania & Mark Hodgson

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My husband and I moved to BC from Ontario in 1996. Although we left our families behind, we were very excited to start a new life in beautiful BC. We are graduates from York U, and Western & McGill with teaching and business degrees. We drove across Canada with my pet turtle, and settled in Vancouver. Since that adventure started, we are now a family of 5 with a cat, living in Vancouver. Our family is constantly taking advantage of the great outdoors with skiing, boating, hiking and continue to discover what this province has to offer.
We always encourage our out of town relatives to visit, and sure enough, when they do, they too fall in love with beautiful BC!

Why they chose this property

During two week car journey from Ontario (1996), we drove through the Okanagan and fell in love with the landscape, and met enough kind people that left a great impression on us. We knew that one day we would buy here!
This property is particularly important to us, as it symbolizes how important it is to stay connected with our families back home. We bought this property, so that when our family visits, we can stay together in one place and create memories. Our kids enjoy everything that The Cottages has to offer, and the surrounding area.
We are so happy to be here, and want to share this wonderful location with our renters. It truly is a beautiful place to visit.

We like to take advantage of its amazing location on Canada's warmest lake and near BC's best wineries. Its a great place for family retreats and unwinding.

What makes this property unique

The drive up towards Osoyoos is a reminder of how beautiful this gem of a place is. You'll pass the spiritual Spotted Lake, the abundant fruit stands in Keremeos, and the huge Adirondack chairs will lead you to our cute 2400 sq/ft cottage on the lake.

We put care into the design and feel of our cottage. We didn't want it to show like a designer house from the city, for goodness sake, that is what we are all trying to get away from. Instead, we used personal items, to add spirit and generate feelings of comfort and relaxation.
We've mixed old with new furnishings and decor, and the layout of our specific floor plan works for 2 families to share. We've kept in mind that when our families visit from Ontario at the same time, there has to be a place for all. We have plenty of room in the basement area for a large group of kids to have a sleep over on the couches or floor (if they don't want to use their bunks upstairs).
The lower large screen TV is protected from the glare of the sun, so an afternoon movie will do for all while relaxing on the large sectional. The 8'x4' pool table is sturdy solid wood with room around, on those days you feel like staying in or challenging each other all night.

Upstairs is bright and airy with a fully stocked kitchen, with plenty of room to take in the views. The million dollar view will keep you gazing out the windows each moment, and you can see our boat slip and the wild horses grazing.
Once you walk in through the front door, you will instantly feel comforted at the thought that the layout and furnishings are kid friendly (you don't want to stress about that), the appliances are new and the laundry machines are ready (just in case). Listen to music on the BOSE, go for a walk, visit the clubhouse or head into town.

Leave the city life behind....relax, unwind and refresh your body and mind under the warmth of the sun!

You will enjoy many of these magical moments with your family, and it all starts with you booking our cottage.

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