Vernon, British Columbia
Sparkling blue waters and a truly unhurried pace to life this is the very essence of the Vernon lifestyle. With sandy beaches, picturesque vistas and your own private retreat at Strand Lakeside Resort, you'll be close to the energy and bustle of Kelowna, but far enough away to simply unwind, relax and experience the true meaning of vacation.
Ownership at Strand Lakeside Resort means you'll have the opportunity to enjoy this four-season Okanagan playground whenever the mood strikes. Summers are breathtaking, with an incredible selection of water sports at your doorstep and world-class golf just minutes away. Year-round, there's literally something for everyone in and around Vernon, and at Strand Lakeside Resort, the region's winery and orchard tours, horseback riding, hiking, shopping, casual cafes, fine dining, festivals and wintertime skiing at three nearby ski resorts will be yours to enjoy.
Vernon is truly a four-seasons playground, as is evidenced by the quick list of seasonal activities outlined below.
World Class Golf
With ten golf courses located in the North Okanagan, (two found in Vernon
and eight more just a short drive from Strand Lakeside Resort), it's
easy to turn any Vernon vacation into a golf vacation. Great year-round
weather and picturesque, award-winning courses.start
planning your golf getaway today.
Shopping & Dining
It's all here read a listing of some of the department
stores, shopping centres and unique shops that line Vernon's quaint,
tree-lined streets, or discover some of the more than 50 bistros, coffee
houses, pubs gourmet, international and vegetarian restaurants that
are well-loved by locals and visitors alike.
Wineries, Farmers Markets & Orchards
The Okanagan is famous for fruit stands and winery tours, and your residence
at Strand Lakeside Resort will ensure you're close to it all. Plan to
attend the Okanagan Summer Wine Festival at Silver Star Mountain Resort,
tour a regional winery or drop by the Vernon Farmers Market to pick
up fresh ingredients for lunch on your balcony learn
more about how to get started here.
Watersports, Parks & Beaches
Strand Lakeside Resort is ideally situated between Paddlewheel Park
and Kin Beach two of Vernon's favourite family fun areas. Whether
you're looking forward to a dip in the lake or an afternoon of boating
and waterskiing, no Okanagan vacation is complete without testing the
waters.
Outdoor Adventure
Fishing, hiking, birdwatching even paragliding! If you're an adventure-seeker,
you'll love the Strand Lakeside Resort lifestyle. The best outdoor experiences
in the Okanagan are just minutes away.
Winter Wonderland
Vernon is about more than sun and sandy beaches! Wintertime is playtime
too, and from your residence at Strand Lakeside Resort, you'll be close
enough to Silver
Star Mountain Resort, Big
White Ski Resort, Apex Mountain Resort and Mount
Baldy to ski, skate and snowboard to your heart's content.
More Travel & Tourism Links
For even more information about Vernon's year-round attractions, activities
and events, visit the following links:
- http://www.vernontourism.com/
- http://vernon.travel.bc.ca/
- http://www.greatervernon.ca/recreation/index.html
