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Sandy beaches, warm lake, terraced lawns & flower gardens, boating & kayaking, lush fruit orchards, nature park, a mix of natural scenic splendor and serenity are the surrounds to Lakeside Illahee Inn Okanagan Bed and Breakfast.
Truly a pinnacle of quality accommodations, hospitality and 4 seasons outdoor experiences inspired by the parkland and water that surrounds us.
Kalamalka Lake B&B in Vernon...
Uniquely beautiful... A spacious open plan design, accessorized by an awe-inspiring unobstructed 180° view of beautiful Lake Kalamalka and complimented by a stunning permanent natural parkland literally at the back door.
Nestled on 2½ acres of lakeshore amid magnificent scenery, adjacent to 3300 acres of Provincial Park, Illahee Inn, known as "The Inn of the Lake of Many Colors", offers quality accommodations for vacation and business travelers, waterfront sunset dining, weddings, corporate retreats, group meetings amid relaxation and serenity; all in its nature park surroundings.
"The Lake of Ten Thousand Colours"
The colour change of the water is caused by the precipitation of tiny marl (calcite) crystals. These crystals reflect the light; hence the beautiful blue, jade green, green and violet display.
The Illahee Inn boasts five guest rooms and suites, each distinctive, each with large waterfront balcony, private bathroom and entrance; two guest TV and reading lounges; Grand Room and Loft; massage and spa services; meeting facilities; large waterfront patio for special events (up to 85 persons), waterfront sunset dining, large sandy beach, excellent swimming, canoeing, kayaking and boating; mountain biking, hiking, nature walks; quiet spaces for solitude and reflection in meadow, forest and rock gardens and along wild-flower edged pathways; a wonderful lakeside hot tub for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Okanagan Bed and Breakfast is near the Kelowna Airport. We are only 43 km (27 miles) north of Kelowna, B.C. with Airport Limo service from Kelowna International Airport. Vernon Regional Airport is 12 minutes away. We are midway between Vancouver and Calgary including the Rocky Mountain World Heritage Sites of Banff, Jasper, Yoho & Kootenay National Parks, Canada.
Official 2006 Award
BEST ON THE WATERFRONT
From Inn Traveler as the #6 B&B/Country Inn throughout North America
Lakeside Illahee Inn
15010 Tamarack Drive
Vernon, BC. V1B 2E1 Canada
Phone: 250-260-7896
Toll Free: 1-888-260-7896
stay@illahee.com
www.illahee.com.
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