Notes from the host
The Red Haus on Okanagan Lake
**this home has a business license to operate in BC**
The Red Haus is set overlooking gorgeous lake Okanagan in a private and gated all seasons resort. The approx 1400 sq ft well laid out and open floor plan cottage is on the lake side of the resort with short walking access to the lakeshore and marina in a private resort community called La Casa. The cottage has one of the best beautiful panoramic views of lake Okanagan on the spacious deck and the vineyards on the opposite shore. If is a 25 min drive up the lake from the nearest town of west Kelowna. It is a beautifully and serenely decorated space for the ultimate place to unwind and relax. The deck is the place to be in the spring, summer and fall months (and bright sunny days in winter) and one of the most amazing views in the resort. Enjoy the fire table lounging area in the fall and winter sunshine days with a blanket and a cozy drink to warm by the fire while eagles soar by or in the summer for fireside long visiting chats taking in the sailboats by day and at night, the stars put on a show ✨
There are three bedrooms, uniquely all with serene lake views and comfortable beds and linens
The primary bedroom is the largest bedroom and has a new king size bed and a convertible twin bed for any children who may want to sleep near their parents. The bedroom also has a dresser, and wardrobe for use in unpacking clothes for your stay if you wish. There is also a work space with desk with view of the lake and a large smart TV.
The second upstairs bedroom has a queen size bed with beautiful view of the lake with a smart tv. There is a closet for use in storing clothes if you wish.
There is a a brand new loft above the queen bed with two twin beds. Due to safety using the staircase, children 7 years old and up (and of course adults) can use the loft. ***Adults assume risk of use for children no matter what age
***Adults assume risk of their own use. There is a sleeping mat for use beside queen size bed on floor for any kiddos younger who are unable to use the loft.
The main floor bedroom has a queen size bed with closet. All three bedrooms are full bedrooms and not open loft spaces so privacy is easy.
The kitchen is facing the deck and the view beyond. Appliances (including dishwasher) fully stocked utensils, knives, cutting boards, steak knives, dishes, glasses, wine glasses, decanter, plastic deck glasses, pots, pans, cooking sheet, pizza sheet, roasting pan, serving trays, kids dishes and cups are all here for your use. From cooking a full turkey dinner to BBQ grilling outside and simple meals, you have what you need to make it happen.
A Coffee/tea/hot chocolate bar is here for you with a kettle, tea offerings, tea steeping options, Kuerig (re usable pods for eco friendly), French press and pour over to suit your style. There is a store in La Casa called the Market and they also have more coffee and tea offerings for purchase.
2 full bathrooms with soaker tub/showers each. Towels, facecloths and hand towels provided. Shampoo and conditioner, body soap, hand soap and hair dryer also available. Beach towels for all outside the cottage use are also here for your use
Laundry is a stacking unit on main floor with eco friendly washing detergent and wool dryer balls for use.
The Cottage has 3 smart TVs and quick wifi for access to your devices and applications on the smart TV's. There is a book collection for quiet reading on the couch or on the deck with some children’s book selections. There is also decks of cards, games, poker set and board games for fun together time.
The dining room seats 8 at the large table and the kitchen seats 4 easily at the large granite island.
The deck is amazing and boasts one of the nicest views available in this resort. Watch the sunrise over the mountains ahead with your fav morning coffee or tea over the opposite shore where light cascades down the vineyards and onto the lake and the deck. In the early afternoon, the sun passes overhead and the deck has full shade to watch the evening arrive. Al fresco evening dining in the warm months here feels like it could be on the Mediterranean as you watch the sun set on the opposite shore vineyards and the dusk approach.
A Webber BBQ to grill on for easy cooking as well
Enjoy the gas fire table with good company and conversations and on clear nights the conditions are great for star gazing enthusiasts and sky buffs alike.
In the cooler months, enjoy the gas fireplace and living room for cozy time and reading, movie watching and game board playing. The view continues to dazzle from the deck all year round. There are a few exterior cameras on the premises for security as well including doorbell cameras.
*just a note, dogs are allowed on a case by case basis, must be approved by host at time of booking, housetrained and limited to one medium size pup (50lbs max) if approved. If inquiring about any dogs to join, please submit an inquiry only.** Pets must be able to manage both the resort and house rules. Pets must be kept to main floor at all times. There is a baby gate to put at the bottom of the stairs to make this easy. They are not allowed up on any furniture inside or outside of the home and must be picked up after outside right away. To assist this there are pet waste stations all over the resort. They must be leashed at all times except at dog beaches and dried off completely on the deck before coming inside. Please speak to host to ensure they are approved .
***A note that currently there is a boil water advisory for the entire resort. A new water treatment plant installed has not begun to function properly as of this time. To take care of our home and our guests we have newly installed a premium water UV and filtration purification system at the house in 2025. This ensures that no matter what the situation for the resort, we can ensure our home and guest experience will be a good one.***.
The cottage sits in the midst of Fintry park, a 360 hectare park and a nature lovers paradise 25 mins drive up the lake from W Kelowna. With beautiful hiking trails across the la Casa development and gorgeous view point with places to eat and take in the views. If a guest has an EV they can talk to host about plugging in (but only can be charged overnight) and must get approval from host.
Fintry park official entrance is a 5 min drive from la Casa and offering many outdoor activités to enjoy including a waterfall hike that is beautiful to enjoy.
In the summer, Fintry park has a boat launch, canoeing, wind surfing and scuba diving at a the barge at Fintry park. There is a heritage area and manor house to explore speaking to the history of the site.
The Okanagan is wine country. There are some of the best wines in the world made here in this region and the cottage is surrounded by vineyards from a 15 minute to 30 min drive away to suit your preferences. There are wine tours that will pick you up, your you around and drop you off safe at home. For info just ask!
For those who are more geared towards craft breweries, West Kelowna (about 30 minutes away) offers a great selection of destinations to visit. Vernon (about 40 minutes away) also offers some great options to try as well.
Grocery delivery is a snap here at the cottage. Order from save on foods in west Kelowna and get your whole order delivered for the next morning after you arrive for less than $8 dollars. This is a great service that allows you to spend your time getting into vacation mode and not delaying your relaxing time by having to worry about shopping before you get here.
The heated pools and hot tubs, mini golf, tennis and pickle ball courts, floating water park areas (close a little earlier as lake gets cooler quicker around early to mid september) fenced in playground are open in the warmer months. Usually the pools and hot tubs, and most amenities are closed for the season by Canadian thanksgiving. They are open usually at the beginning of May for the season. There is an onsite general store and restaurant serving cocktails and casual fare for the nights you don't feel like cooking.
In the warmer months, golf carts are available for rental from the management area as well as paddle boards and kayaks. The beach area is accessible to golf carts but not cars. Cars will park at the lower parking lot close to the beach and water park area, about a 5 min walk to beach area along a trail.
The beach is a rocky natural beach so water shoes for little ones and adults is recommended.
The lake is clean and clear. In the summer months it is quiet nice and refreshing. A breeze floats by often and sailboats and water sports boats regularly travel by. Read up on the legend of Ogopogo, (perhaps a long lost cousin of the Lochness creature) for fun.
The dog beach is located at the lower parking lot with a marked staircase down to the beach.
We prefer to go to Fintry park (is a 5 minute drive away) where there is a large boat launch for ease of use.
Boat-trailer parking is first come first serve in designated areas around the resort ( not parking in one of these areas results in a fine). Marina slip rental is organized by the management company and a link can be provided to set up a slip rental by contacting them.
In the winter enjoy cool bright sunny days walking the trails at the resort . Curl up by the fireplace with a good book and enjoy the lake view while enjoying the serenity of this resort in winter. Silver star, a large family friendly mountain with amazing champagne Okanagan powder for alpine adventures is only just less than an hour drive.
There are so many options to enjoy in this are of the Okanagan from a fun friend getaway, to wine lovers, to nature loving hiking and wildlife enthusiasts, to families and couples. Come and experience all the Okanagan life has to offer.
