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Lake Country Carriage House for vacation and short term rental

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

About the neighborhood

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Lake Country, BC

What's nearby

  • Gray Monk Estate Winery - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • UBC-Okanagan - 18 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Okanagan Golf Club - 19 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Waterfront Park - 26 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Prospera Place - 26 min drive - 24.4 km

Getting around

  • Kelowna Intl. Airport (YLW) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Jammery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪O'Rourke's Peak Cellars - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Lake Country Carriage House for vacation and short term rental

Family-friendly guesthouse near Okanagan Lake
Consider a stay at Lake Country Carriage House for vacation and short term rental and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a water park, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like boating and kayaking at this guesthouse. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground.
Additional perks include:
  • Tennis courts, smoke-free premises, and outdoor furniture
  • Books, a video library, and water sports equipment
  • A porch, barbecue grills, and games
Room features
All guestrooms at Lake Country Carriage House for vacation and short term rental include comforts such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Children's dinnerware and children's books
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting, and kitchens

Property manager

Caron Smed

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Books
  • Games
  • Kayak
  • Music library
  • Playground
  • Snow sports gear
  • Stereo
  • Tennis
  • Video library
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Two children in the queen size and a third byob

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Country Carriage House for vacation and short term rental pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Country Carriage House for vacation and short term rental?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Country Carriage House for vacation and short term rental?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Country Carriage House for vacation and short term rental located?

This family-friendly Lake Country guesthouse is located on the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Okanagan Lake and Gray Monk Estate Winery. Ex Nihilo Winery and Arrowleaf Cellars are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Lake Country Carriage House for vacation and short term rental Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nate G.

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

Lovely place and great location

Wonderful stay in a charming cottage. Nice privacy and great proximity to the lake. Owner was delightful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Angela L.

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

Great location!

The location is beautiful, easy parking, would be an even better place to stay in the summer as the cottage is just controlled by space heaters so it was a little challenging to keep the space at a nice temperature. Gorgeous views and cute decor, lovely fireplace, but no bathroom sink or vanity/mirror for getting ready, so definitely better for a short term stay. The hosts are lovely and welcoming but knocked on our door several times during the stay which woke up our baby twice on the first night, so maybe not the best place to stay with little ones. Definitely great if you are very social and not looking for a ton of privacy. They were very sweet and under different circumstances we would have been more social.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Franciane T.

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

Sweet pleasant piece of paradise

Our family stayed at the cozy Smed’s cottage amidst the breeze and the lake for over a week full of resting and relaxing moments. Our hosts were lovely and generously shared their succulent tomatoes with us. Thank you for the opportunity you gave us to stay at your property ! We hope the next guests will feel as welcomed as we did :-)
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mariana G.

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

Lovely stay in the beautiful Lake Country

Lovely stay in the beautiful Lake Country
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Virginia K.

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

Excellent Hosts, Beautiful Gardens, Very Close to Lake, Tranquil Setting

John and Caron Smed are excellent hosts. They are the kindest, most considerate, interesting, and friendly people I have met while using the VRBO site. They provide the guest with complete privacy. However, they will also invite guests to share dinner with them occasionally in their main home (they live on the same property). Caron maintains a beautiful garden that smells wonderful in the summer months. There is a large wooden outdoor patio, surrounded by gardens. The setting is completely tranquil. The lake is a 3 minute walk away. I would highly recommend staying here. I have stayed here for 2 months. Virginia Kloess
Stayed 30 nights in May 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Linda F.

Enjoyed our Stay!!

Thank you so much for your hospitality. It was really special that we could bring our two girls (Keltie and Chloe) with us. Quick access to public beach and such a short drive to Gray Monk and Arrowleaf wineries.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lesley A.

very clean and cozy

My dad and I stayed here for 5 days, we found it to be very relaxing and cozy. We enjoyed using the patio and sitting to read or relax outside. We met Caron and John who were very nice people.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Relaxing and cozy stay

My family and I really enjoyed staying at John and Caron's cabin this year. It's our second time (our first was in 2014) being in Lake Country. The cabin, though snug, provided everything that we needed. Some of my favourite moments this yea werer: enjoying the lovely peonies in Caron's garden, reading a book and eating lunch al fresco on the deck, seeing the magpies swooping about at the nearby winery (Gray Monk), and browsing the Kelowna Farmers Market, where I scored some alpaca leg warmers!! This was a decidedly "chill" vacation and it's exactly what I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

May H.

Very comfortable

The cottage was very comfortable and clean. I loved listening to the birds & crickets. I was able to visit some of my favourite wineries in the area. Caron & John were very warm & welcoming. I wish I could have stayed a few more days! -May
Stayed 2 nights in May 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

allison e.

Great Access to the Beach

My husband, son and I spent 4 nights at this cute littLe cottage. There was plenty of room for the 3 of us, and the cottage was well stocked with all sorts of kitchen gadgets, but only 2 coffee cups, which I found a bit odd. The one thing that is not mentioned in the listing description, and you can't see in the photos, is that the cottage is literally in the backyard of the main house. Which is totally fine, as long as there aren't a bunch of people in the main house!! For the first few days, there was a small family staying in the main house, and the interactions we had with them were pleasant, and friendly. On our last day there, 5 or 6 more adults arrived to stay in the main house ( the owners were hosting some guests I believe ) which increased the volume quite a bit. There isn't enough space in the yard to reasonably accommodate 2 different parties of people....we literally spent the last night inside the cottage( rather than outside on the deck ), and walking around down at the beach, unable to sit comfortably on the "private deck" that is attached to the cottage, due to the loud conversation ( lots of people talking at once is always loud no matter how polite ) and complete lack of consideration for our privacy. We felt like we were uninvited guests to a private party. We also felt like it was overpriced for what was offered. We were not offered access to the hot tub, the beach toys needed to be inflated in order to be used ( which took 2 days ) I would not recommend this cottage to anyone for more than a night. I certainly wouldn't recommend this cottage to ANYONE if the owners are in the main house!! They are very nice people, but the yard just isn't big enough! We did enjoy breakfast at the little cafe down the street and many hours of beach fun! All in all our stay was fine...nothing to write home about...just fine.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Theresa G.

Quick stop

This is truly a retreat! We had just finished the Penticton Granfondo Cycle and we were looking for a quiet space with a comfortable bed. We got both! The cottage is so sweet, reminding me of Aix En Provence with the colours and comfort inside. It is a smaller space but has everything you need! Plus a wonderful little veranda and private patio surrounded by fresh herbs, lillies, and other gardens! The walk to the beach is about 4 minutes and the water is clear and beautiful!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Bryan H.

cabin on the lake

My wife, son and I stayed in Carons cabin and it was great. It was clean upon arrival and had everything we needed. It's in a nice, quiet location, 1 block from the lake and just down the road from several wineries. This is a great spot for a small family or couple who is looking for a quiet area. We will definitely be back. Thanks
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andreik V.

Good family time vacations

We loved our time in this cute little cottage. Me, my girlfriend and our little 9 months old daughter had all what we needed at our disposal and two separate bedroom combine with the equiped dining room with great private patio. With the wonderful hot summer weather we had while we were there we enjoyed the close beaches beside the awesome Okanagan Lake. When we came back to the cottage we enjoyed a good glass of wine with BBQ dinner on the patio when the baby was asleep. We had the chance to visit the 5 closes wineries and even have a picnic at Arrowleaf. Thanks to Caron tip, we also visited the Kangaroo farm. Caron and John are great host, makin sure we felt at home. Always there to guide us and always smiling. They also let us having our privicy. In summary, we had a great time there and loved our 5 days on the Lake Country region. Thanks Caron and John! Andreik, Caroline and baby Maxym
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Rob G.

Amazing location for a getaway

This cottage is in a perfect location - just a block from the lake, close to wineries and beaches, close to Kelowna, but far far away from the hustle and bustle. The cottage itself is cozy, sharing a yard with the main cabin. The beds were clean and comfortable. Thanks for a great stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage by the lake

I stayed at Caron and John's cottage in Lake Country in May 2014. The cottage was homey, clean, and comfortable, with enough space for the three of us. Caron had communicated all the details for check-in and check-out well before our arrival. There was also plenty of information compiled in a binder for guests in the cottage. We enjoyed walks to the lake - mere few minutes away - as well as to the local coffee shop and to several wineries up the hill from the cottage. (Most notably, Arrowleaf winery was a definite favourite!) The quiet and serene countryside and the friendly hospitality of our hosts were balm to our harried souls needing escape from the bustle of urban living.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carole G.

Great Spot for a Quick Getaway

My husband and I stayed in this quaint little cottage for only one night but it was a wonderful quiet spot after driving up from Washington. We enjoyed the comfortable bed and lovely deck. The location suited us for its closeness to everything we needed and the next day we were a short walk to the Grey Monk Winnery where we enjoyed lunch. It is especially nice because it is not in Kelowma proper with it's endless traffic. We have stayed here on other occassions and it was equally as restful. Thank you John and Caron for such providing this hidden gem.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

isabelle c.

good location, great garden, small house

The house is small (shower without any sink, no door between rooms) but, the garden is great (flowers, herbs, toys for kids...), the terrasse and BBQ are very nice and the location is amazing (5 mn from Okanagan lake, 5 mn from High way). Good for few days.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Tanis G.

Cozy Cottage

The cottage was basic but had everything our family of four needed. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen was equipped for us to make meals. The garden was lovely. We were outside the hussle and bussle of Kelowna. We were close to wineries.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

David L.

Great setting for our family getaway

We had a nice time visiting the Okanagan. Spent 4 nights at the small cottage and it served our family well (2 adults, 2 small children). Enjoyed the water each day - indeed it is only a few steps to the lake. (although no view of it from the cottage). Made great use of all the toys on the site - 2 person inflatable boat, lifejackets, beach chairs, kids bike. We usually camp for this trip each year, but we all liked not having to pack so much "stuff" this time around! Only inaccuracy in the listing was there was no bodum-type coffee maker (we left ours at home). Also we needed to purchase a battery for the smoke alarm that was not working. We visited Kelowna, the Kangaroo farm, the Jammery and H2O aquatic centre. Found a nice church service to attend at the high school in Winfield.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sheldon Z.

Great Family Vacation

My family had the pleasure of renting this cabin for 5 nights. The property owners, John and Caron, we very friendly, gracious and helpful with knowledge about the area and activities to do. The cabin is located in a very quiet neighborhood and we loved the close proximity to the beach. We recommend buying some water shoes as the beach is rocky- the kids enjoyed jumping into the lake and paddling around in the inflatable boats that we provided by the owners. It is only a short 20 min drive to the beach in downtown Kelowna and it is great to come back to the quiet cabin after a busy day. The cabin was clean and although it is small it suited our needs perfectly. The yard and deck were great for evening bbq's and for the kids to play in. We would only recommend that they provide a microwave. We would love to stay there again. Thank you Caron and John
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Cabin

Our family's stay was good. The yard was great for the kids and they had access to toys they enjoyed.The beach was real close and beautiful. The cabin was cozy and clean, and was well equipped with everything you could need. The owners were real nice and helpful if we needed anything. The only thing was the cabin was so close to the owners house I was worried about noise and going into the hot tub to late ect. We enjoyed our stay and would return again
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robb M.

Great Cottage!

My two young children and I enjoyed the cottage (and it's air conditioning) completely. It was clean, bright, and comfortable. We also enjoyed the friendly owners and comfortable atmosphere of the yard and the district. We could walk to local restaurants and could drive through vineyards and fruit orchards to buy groceries or go to a number of restaurants (although most of our meals were at the cottage). We were very close to the lake in a quiet small town setting that was very relaxing 'between' the busy hubs of Vernon and Kelowna. We walked to the 2 beaches (gravel) and enjoyed swimming and paddling every day. I would love to stay there again in the future!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Catherine N.

Fabulous family holidays by the lake

Upon our arrival at Okanagan Lake beach house, we were warmly welcomed by Caren, the owner. She showed us around the house and backyard, recommended a few places and shared with us the welcome folder. We had access to the hot tub, the beautiful garden, the toys and all the beach accessories which our two daughters loved (especially the rubber boat). We had 4 wonderful days filled with swimming (we went back and forth to the beach), sightseeing and rest. We visited the Arrowleaf Vinyard (which is only 5 min drive up the hill from the house - we highly recommend their picnic panoramic terrace overlooking the lake, our 9 year old was so inspired by the view, she painted it). We took a fun day trip to the Kettle Valley steamtrain (80 min drive). If you have the opportunity to join their Great Train Robbery, go for it. We could have stayed longer, the area has so much to offer. Enjoy your visit.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Rosey M.

Cozy

The cottage was good for what we needed. The bathroom was small in size but we managed. The hosts were very friendly and welcoming! We were very pleased with our stay. I'm sure we will book again! Thanks for everything.