Thompson Okanagan Gay Travel Resources
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Rover's Rest B&B |
Blind Bay |
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| Ph: |
1 250 675-4405 |
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1 866 768-3722 |
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1 250 675-3070 |
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2660 Balmoral Rd, Blind Bay, BC, V0E 1H1, Canada
Contact: David & Kimberly May
Gay Friendly Bed & Breakfast
Gay Men, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
129-199 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
Summer |
| Payment: |
Cash, Trav Checks, Visa, MC, Amex, JCB |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
No |
| General Disc: |
10% 3 - 6 nights, 7th night free |
| Travel Agents: |
No |
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| A Romantic Hideaway at Shuswap Lake!: Our secluded log home, is a romantic hideaway overlooking Shuswap Lake. Three suites each with private en-suites & entrances. This B&B offers: a fireplace, outdoor hot tub, award winning hearty breakfast, guest computer, WIFI, and BBQs. Honeymoon suite w/king, jetted tub, & fireplace. Near wineries, golf, and lake. Between Vancouver & Calgary.
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Genell House B&B Guest House |
Genelle |
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| Ph: |
1 250 693-2189 |
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1 877 693-2189 |
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1 250 693-2189 |
| Mb: |
1 250 304-3262 |
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327 - 15th Ave, Genelle, BC, V0G 1G0, Canada
Contact: Todd & Gordon
Gay Owned Bed & Breakfast
Gay Men, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
90-150 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
Same Year Round |
| Payment: |
Cash, Check, Trav Checks, Paypal |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
No |
| General Disc: |
No |
| Travel Agents: |
No |
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| A Summer & Winter Land Play Ground: The Genelle House is nestled in a small bedroom community between Rossland, Trail and Castlegar along the banks of the Columbia River. This area of Southern British Columbia is famous for it's winter and summer activities and a playground for skiing, fishing, golfing, mountain biking, hiking and many more outdoor sports.
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Old Hedley Road Inn |
Hedley |
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| Ph: |
1 250 295-0002 |
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1 250 295-3883 |
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2821 Old Hedley Road, Hedley, BC, V0X 1K0, Canada
Contact: Dianne & Harry Jones
Gay Friendly Bed & Breakfast
Gay Men, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
119-159 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
1-May-31-Oct |
| Payment: |
Cash, Trav Checks, Visa, MC |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
5% - Mention PURPLE ROOFS at reservation/check-in |
| General Disc: |
No |
| Travel Agents: |
No |
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| A Rest for Mind, Spirit... and Body: 3 hrs out of Vancouver. A perfect weekend getaway
4 acres along the Similkameen River, 2 large suites . each with it's own ensuite. Rates quoted based on double occupency. Guest Parlor with gas fire place Large deck with hot tub. Gazebo by river. The Road Less Traveled
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Deer Path Lookout B&B |
Kaleden |
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| Ph: |
1 250 497-6833 |
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1 877 497-8999 |
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1 250 497-6833 |
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150 Saddlehorn Dr., Kaleden, BC, V0H 1K0, Canada
Contact: John Archer & Douglas Bertz
Gay Owned Bed & Breakfast
Gay Men, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
245-295 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
1-May-31-Oct |
| Payment: |
Cash, Money Order, Trav Checks, Visa, MC |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
10% - Mention PURPLE ROOFS |
| General Disc: |
10% 3+ nights |
| Travel Agents: |
10% |
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| The Okanagan's Most Luxurious B&B Retreat.: Deer Path Lookout Bed and Breakfast is a quiet retreat, nestled on nine private acres in the desert of British Columbia. We have the highest star rating in the South Okanagan, 4 1/2 stars, with four luxury suites, a private bungalow, outdoor pool, A/C and courtyard gardens. We offer excellent cuisine and comfort to you, our valued guests and friends.
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Clarance House B&B |
Kelowna |
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| Ph: |
1 778 477-3823 |
| TF: |
1 888 909-9917 |
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1 888 909-9917 |
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839 Clarance Ave, Kelowna, BC, V1W5H4, Canada
Contact: Wilbur
Gay Owned Bed & Breakfast
Gay Men, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
110-180 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
1-May-31-Oct |
| Payment: |
Visa, MC |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
No |
| General Disc: |
No |
| Travel Agents: |
No |
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| Okanagan Hilltop Retreat: Welcome! If you are looking for a premier bed and breakfast accommodation to pamper yourself in beautiful Kelowna and the sunkist Okanagan you have arrived. Catering to gay men and women, and gay friendly guests from around the world Clarance House has lots to offer. From sumptuous lodgings, delicious home cooked breakfasts, outdoor hot tub, heated salt water pool
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5 Alameda Ct., Kelowna, BC, V1V 1C6, Canada
Contact: Clare & Kelly
Gay Friendly Villa
Gay Men, Lesbian, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
125-155 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
Same Year Round |
| Payment: |
Cash, Trav Checks, Visa, MC |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
No |
| General Disc: |
10% 3+ nts |
| Travel Agents: |
10% |
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| Traditional English Hospitality in a Mediterranean Villa: Your hosts have pampered guests for the last 14 years, come and relax by the in-ground swimming pool, enjoy afternoon tea with fresh home made scones & gourmet breakfasts overlooking the English gardens. Enjoy king, queen suites, feather and down beds, ensuite bathrooms with all the amenities of home. Come as friends and always leave as friends.
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| Ph: |
1 250 764-4375 |
| TF: |
1 866 806-5890 |
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4186 Lakeshore Rd, Kelowna, BC, V1W 1V9, Canada
Contact: Louise & Andy Griffin
Gay Friendly Bed & Breakfast
Gay Men, Lesbian, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
95-165 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
1-May-31-Oct |
| Payment: |
Cash, Visa, MC |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
No |
| General Disc: |
No |
| Travel Agents: |
No |
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| Welcoming Home on Okanagan Lake in Kelowna: Executive home on Okanagan Lake; luxurious rooms, private ensuites, park-like gardens, private sandy beach, kayaks, close to several of the Okanagan's finest wineries. Come and enjoy!
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English Rose Garden |
Kelowna |
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| Ph: |
1 250 764-5231 |
| TF: |
1 877 604-6259 |
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305 Stellar Dr., Kelowna, BC, V1W4K5, Canada
Contact: Mina Muench
Bisexual Owned Bed & Breakfast
Gay Men, Lesbian, Bisexual, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
75-95 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
Same Year Round |
| Payment: |
Cash, Trav Checks, Visa, MC, Amex, Diners |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
10% - Mention PURPLE ROOFS. 3+ days or cash |
| General Disc: |
No |
| Travel Agents: |
10%, non-discounts |
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| Great Breakfast Menu: Elegance inside and out, award winning garden with over 150 rose bushes , streams , ponds and waterfalls. Minutes to 3 wineries and fine dinning. Table settings from host international travels. Two rooms with private ensuits.
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Eagle's Nest B&B |
Lake Country |
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| Ph: |
1 250 766-9350 |
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1 866 766-9350 |
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1 250 766-9350 |
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15620 Commonage Rd, Lake Country, BC, V4V 1A8, Canada
Contact: Alan & Gary Warren
Gay Owned Bed & Breakfast
Gay Men, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
99-175 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
1-May-1-Oct |
| Payment: |
Cash, Trav Checks, Visa, MC, Discover, Amex, Diners, Debit Card, JCB |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
5% - Mention PURPLE ROOFS |
| General Disc: |
No |
| Travel Agents: |
No |
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| Secluded, Overlooking Lake Okanagan, Quiet: over 7000 sq ft house with vaulted cielings, large private patio & hot tub overlooking lake okanagan, beautiful 4 post beds gives you the best sleep ever , and private jacuzzi tubs in rooms, great breakfast choices, close to wineries, golfing, skiing, park, and fishing. laundry facilities, airport service, touring service to winery, and jammery
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Rawhide Ridge Guest Ranch |
Lumby |
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300 Sigalet Rd., Lumby, BC, V0E2G6, Canada
Contact: James & Wyatt
Gay Owned Ranch
Gay Men, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
135-160 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
Same Year Round |
| Payment: |
Cash, Trav Checks, Visa, MC |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
No |
| General Disc: |
No |
| Travel Agents: |
No |
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| Ranch Adventure on the Edge of the Okanagan: Spread across a high plateau just minutes from picturesque Mabel Lake, Rawhide Ridge offers scenic grandeur, restful privacy and boundless recreation. Enjoy any of three suites in our self-contained old-west themed guesthouse, all with view decks, in-room DVDs and bar fridges. Full kitchenette with optional breakfast and dinner service.
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| Ph: |
1 250 498-3094 |
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1 866 498-3094 |
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1 250 498-6995 |
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9507- 378 Ave, Oliver, BC, V0H 1T0, Canada
Contact: Tom Walsh & Hilary Drummond
Gay Friendly Bed & Breakfast
Gay Men, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
125-150 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
Same Year Round |
| Payment: |
Cash, Money Order, Visa, MC |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
No |
| General Disc: |
No |
| Travel Agents: |
No |
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| Working Hay Farm on Rural Creek: Two new bedrooms each with private bath. Shared kitchen, living area, deck and hot tub.
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| Ph: |
1 250 495-4023 |
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1 250 495-4031 |
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9302 62 Ave, Osoyoos, BC, V0H1V1, Canada
Contact: David & Steve
Gay Owned Bed & Breakfast
Gay Men, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
125-195 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
15-May-15-Oct |
| Payment: |
Cash, Money Order, Trav Checks, Visa, MC, Amex, Debit Card, Paypal |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
5% - Mention PURPLE ROOFS. Not combinable with other discounts |
| General Disc: |
No |
| Travel Agents: |
5%, Ask for details |
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| Secluded Lush Garden with Salt Water Pool: Desert Oasis is a high quality, boutique style, destination accomodation with three comfortably furnished, air conditioned rooms, each with queen sized beds. Situated in the only desert in Canada and on the warmest lake, midst orchards and award winning estate wineries, it gives opportunity for activities as well as relaxing in the lush backdrop of the salt water pool.
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Day's Dream B&B |
Peachland |
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| Ph: |
(1)7784792760 |
| Mb: |
(1)2508787472 |
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6093 Jackson Crescent, Peachland, BC, V0H1X4, Canada
Contact: Laura-Patrick Van Minsel
Gay Friendly Bed & Breakfast
Gay Men, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
99-169 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
1-May-31-Oct |
| Payment: |
Cash, Visa, MC |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
No |
| General Disc: |
No |
| Travel Agents: |
No |
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| Amazing Lakeview: A brand new air-conditioned B&B with Belgian themed rooms. Located in Peachland, BC Okanagan valley
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Grapeseed Guesthouse |
Penticton |
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| Ph: |
1 250 809-9998 |
| Mb: |
1 250 809-9998 |
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607 Munson Mtn Rd, Penticton, BC, V2A 8S5, Canada
Contact: Nikki, Karen
Gay Owned Guesthouse
Gay Men, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
250-350 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
1-Jul-30-Sep |
| Payment: |
Visa, MC |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
No |
| General Disc: |
No |
| Travel Agents: |
No |
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| Orchard Setting, near Wineries and Hiking: Rural setting minutes from the city. Orchards, grapesvines, private garden, hot tub, great outdoor space. Two bedroom, two bath residence. A house for the price of a room. Wireless internet throughout.
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Above The Beach B&B |
Penticton |
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| Ph: |
1 250 493-7829 |
| TF: |
1 888 493-7829 |
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102 Spruce Place, Penticton, BC, V2A 8V9, Canada
Contact: Barb & Garry
Gay Friendly Bed & Breakfast
Gay Men, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
120-215 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
Same Year Round |
| Payment: |
Cash, Visa, MC, Amex, Diners |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
5% - Mention PURPLE ROOFS |
| General Disc: |
No |
| Travel Agents: |
No |
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| Sumptious Breakfasts Served Above The Beach: Enjoy one of our 3 suites overlooking both the lake and the city. All rooms have either soaker or jacuzzi tubs along with showers in their ensuites. Stay and let us spoil you.
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Casa Grande Inn |
Penticton |
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1070 Lakeshore Dr, #201, Penticton, BC, V2A1C1, Canada
Contact: Elise Tonita
Gay Friendly Bed & Breakfast
Gay Men, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
100-250 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
Summer-Autumn |
| Payment: |
Cash, Visa, MC, Amex, Debit Card |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
No |
| General Disc: |
No |
| Travel Agents: |
No |
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| Penticton's Only B&B Across from Okanagan Beach: Casa Grande Inn is a unique B&B walking distance from festivals, the soec, bars, restaurants the channel float & more. Bring your bikes, we offer secure bike lock up in the garage. Come as a group, or individual. We have a Grande lakeview patio, cozy rooms, and are fluent in French & English!
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Crooked Tree B&B Guest Suites |
Penticton |
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| Ph: |
1 250 490-8022 |
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1 250 490-8042 |
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1278 Spiller Rd, Penticton, BC, V2A8T3, Canada
Contact: Alix & Ken
Gay Friendly Mixed
Gay Men, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
180-195 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
18-May-7-Oct |
| Payment: |
Cash, Check, Money Order, Trav Checks, Visa, MC, Amex |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
No |
| General Disc: |
Stay a week, 7th nt free |
| Travel Agents: |
No |
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| Private Peaceful Luxury with Fantastic View: In BC's Wine Country, three self-contained 1200 sq ft suites overlooking the Naramata Bench and Okanagan Lake offer a private, peaceful and relaxing respite from busy days. Each suite is on 2 levels and has 3 decks, a kitchen, a BBQ, 1 and 1/2 baths, 2 sitting areas and everything else you could need or ask for!
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1 250 675-2207 |
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1 250 675-2093 |
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630 Caouette Rd, Sorrento, BC, V0E 2W0, Canada
Contact: Mary Revell
Gay Friendly Bed & Breakfast
Gay Men, Lesbian, Bisexual, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
95-120 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
15-May-30-Sep |
| Payment: |
Cash, Money Order, Trav Checks, Visa, MC |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
5% - Mention PURPLE ROOFS |
| General Disc: |
No |
| Travel Agents: |
No |
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| executive home overlooking Shuswap Lake: Experience the breathtaking panoramic beauty of the lake and lush surrounding mountains while relaxing in one of our luxuriously appointed rooms, or after a perfect day of sightseeing in the glorious Shuswap area enjoy the spectacular view from the soothing comfort of our in-deck hot tub.
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Summerland Waterfront Resort |
Summerland |
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| Ph: |
1 250 494-8180 |
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1 877 494-8111 |
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1 250 494-8190 |
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13011 Lakeshore Dr. S., Summerland , BC, V0H1Z1, Canada
Contact: Brett DeWitt
Gay Friendly Hotel
Gay Men, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
79-289 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
10-Jul-5-Sep |
| Payment: |
Cash, Trav Checks, Visa, MC, Discover, Amex, Debit Card |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
No |
| General Disc: |
No |
| Travel Agents: |
10%, not avail for discounted rates |
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| Secluded Resort Setting on Lake Okanagan: Set on the western shore of Lake Okanagan in Summerland, BC. Summerland is the hub to the Okanagana's award-winning wine industry - all easily accessible in less than one hour's drive. The resort's 107 suites, many of which offer balconies for lakefront views, fireplace, balcony and interiors with warm color schemes to reflect the beachfront local.
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Bedsyde Manor Suite |
Westbank |
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| Ph: |
1 250 317-4311 |
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1 866 768-3488 |
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3595 Apple Way Blvd, Westbank, BC, V4T 1Y8, Canada
Contact: Chris
Gay Friendly Vacation Rental
Gay Men, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Straight
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
100-145 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
1-Jun-30-Sep |
| Payment: |
Cash, Visa, MC |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
5% - Mention PURPLE ROOFS. Not combinable with other discounts |
| General Disc: |
No |
| Travel Agents: |
10% |
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| Self Contained Suite or King Room: Private fully self contained suite nestled amongst vineyards 10 minutes from downtown Kelowna. Enjoy your own private hot tub and deck overlooking Okanagan Lake. Friendly hosts with your comfort and enjoyment in mind. Top quality furnishings and bedding. Quiet relaxed atmosphere.
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Brackenwood Gardens B&B |
Winfield |
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10886 Bottom Woodlake Rd, Winfield, BC, V4V 1V8, Canada
Contact: Martin Metcalfe
Gay Owned Mixed
Gay Men, Bisexual, Transgender
| Low-Hi/Nt: |
99-159 Canadian Dollar |
| High Season: |
15-May-15-Oct |
| Payment: |
Cash, Trav Checks, Visa, MC |
| Purple Roofs Disc: |
5% - Mention PURPLE ROOFS. Not combinable with other discounts |
| General Disc: |
20% 4+ nights |
| Travel Agents: |
$10/night, Ask for details |
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| A Truly International Experience: Brackenwood Gardens Bed and Breakfast has a truly international feel. Your host has lived abroad for many years and has traveled extensively in Africa, Asia, India, Europe and Central and South America. Artifacts from his adventures have created 3 unique suites and are exhibited throughout the house and spacious six-acre gardens.
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