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Penticton's Best is Back

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Island, Dining Table, Living Room and Balcony
Open-concept living area with hallway to three comfortable bedrooms.
Island
Dining and Kitchen
Master Bedroom with King Bed, Bathroom, Walk-in closet, Charging stations (2) and Lamps with chargers.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Penticton, BC
  • South Okanagan Events Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Peach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Okanagan Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Penticton, BC (YYF-Penticton Regional)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Penticton's Best is Back

Welcome to "Grandma's Elephant Hideaway," a hidden gem in South Okanagan and Penticton BC! This spacious three-bedroom open-concept condo is just two blocks away from the stunning Okanagan Lake beach and parks, making it the perfect destination for families or small groups up to 6 who are looking to explore the local wineries, breweries, and all the exciting activities that Penticton has to offer. Come as guests and leave as friends.

With a prime location just minutes away from restaurants, shops, and a variety of activities, you'll never run out of things to do. The event center, gym, hockey rink, library, pool, and casino are all within a 5-minute walk! Whether you're attending a convention, concert, or just soaking up the sun on the beautiful beaches, this is the perfect spot for your getaway.

Relax in our luxurious bedrooms - one king room and two queen rooms - and enjoy the high-end hotel-quality beds and high-speed Wi-Fi. Our guests love our well-equipped kitchen, complete with everything you need, including an air fryer, and a complimentary laundry room. We also offer those extra features for remote workers, like a printer, extra screen, keyboard, desk and a high-quality office chair.

Enjoy the east-facing sun deck in the morning and covered shade BBQs in the afternoons. A private parking garage makes it easy to store your vehicle, bicycles, or sports equipment.

We believe your vacation is about relaxation and fun, so we have made it easy for you. Just load the dishwasher and take out the garbage before you leave, and we'll handle the rest. And, download our Property Guide App, you'll have all the local hotspots at your fingertips, with the ability to communicate directly with us if you need anything during your stay.

A Province of BC, and City of Penticton-inspected and licensed vacation rental, we promise to make your experience unforgettable. So, grab your family and friends, book your stay today, and prepare for an amazing Penticton adventure!

This fully-contained condo is our secondary suite (we live mainly in our main condo in the complex). We use this secondary suite to accommodate visiting family (we have a large family) and friends. When we or they are not using it, all personal belongings are removed or stored away, giving you a great feel of a home away from home. The only thing we do not remove is our demonstration of our love for elephants - go ahead and count them if you can.

Property manager

Deb and Dale

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A penalty of $500 may be applied
No pets, no smoking and no parties. Excessive noise is not permitted. Please be mindful of the neighbours in the building.
Quiet time begins at 10:00 pm. Due to licensing and insurance restrictions, we cannot allow more than six guests to stay overnight.
In the event of a cancellation we do charge a $50 fee to recover a portion of credit card processing fees.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number H268587107, 00113298

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Penticton

Located in Penticton, this condo is in the city centre and on a lake. SS Sicamous and S.S. Sicamous Inland Marine Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Peach and Munson's Mountain. Travelling with kids? Consider Penticton Community Centre and LocoLanding Adventure Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Penticton, BC

What's nearby

  • Penticton Trade and Convention Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cascades Casino - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • South Okanagan Events Centre - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Peach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Okanagan Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Penticton, BC (YYF-Penticton Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peach-On-The-Beach - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tratto Pizzaria Ltd - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Slackwater Brewing - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Penticton's Best is Back pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Penticton's Best is Back?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Penticton's Best is Back?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Penticton's Best is Back located?

This family-friendly Penticton condo building is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Penticton Trade and Convention Centre and Okanagan Lake. Penticton Community Centre and Penticton Rose Garden are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 45 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

Outstanding - AGAIN

Thank you once again for sharing your home with us. The grandchildren we a little louder this time as it was one more and the next time we come, there will be another one. Everyone enjoyed your home, which allowed us to have an actual Christmas Day. This year we were all together for the first time since 2018. Could not be more thankful. Hopefully, we will be back in the New Year. Again thanks for sharing.
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

The Home we look forward to

A real pleasure to stay here once again. The place has all we need and moreso. We will return if possible, for our yearly x-country ski junket. We always look forward to this leg of our trip. Such a well-stocked, comfortable, welcoming rental with fantastic restaurants nearby. Thanks again for hosting us.
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10/10 Excellent

Colin B.

Outstanding

What a great property. Great location. Lots of room. Comfortable beds. We will return.

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

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

Okanagan Gem

Property was immaculate, and the owners lived one floor below our rental. Debbie and Dale chatted with us both in person and via texts asking us if we needed anything, or to answer any questions that we had about the area. Overall experience was not only great…it was exceptional!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walter M.

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

Great place

All was fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine and Ken T.

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

Perfect!

Property was lovely, location perfect, amenities amazing and hosts could not have been nicer! Our party of 5 (grandparents, parents and 2 year old grandson) had everything we needed. Condo had high chair, playpen, toys, books, stuffies, toddler dishes and cutlery, wagon….perfect for families with little ones who are flying into town and limited as to how much equipment they can bring! All kinds of little extra’s including cookies and other treats to welcome us. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Munreet M.

Amazing place with everything you could need.

Everything was great. Deb and Dale were wonderful hosts. We loved the attention to detail, and all the amenities they provided. Would stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Anthony L.

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

Grandma Elephant Hideaway

My friends and I were very happy with our stay at the Grandmas Elephant Hideaway property. It was very clean, spacious, and great location to restaurants and lake. The checkin process was easy and the hosts made sure we had everything we needed during our stay. We’ve already booked for next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Great place, great location, amazing hosts

This was our second time staying at Grandma’s Elephant Hideaway, and it was just as good as the first time. Dale and Debbie are over the top in the host department. One of our group has a lot of allergies, and they made sure that the room she was staying in was completely scent free. Everything is spotless, the beds are comfortable, kitchen is incredibly well stocked, and if we need anything or have questions, the responses are timely. Just be aware that there is one fairly long set of stairs, and no elevator. We have already booked for next year!

10/10 Excellent

Edwin C.

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

Long Weekend Cycling Trip

Enjoyed staying at this VRBO while travelling to Penticton for a cycling vacation with the guys. Accommodations were clean and spacious with a very well equipped kitchen. We appreciated the secure private garage for storing our precious bicycles safely!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

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

Everything we needed

The condo was fully stocked with everything we needed to enjoy Penticton. The location was an easy walk to the lakefront, and there were a number of restaurants and amenities nearby. We would go back
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

We Will Be Back

This is the first VRBO I've ever been in that needs to get a 10 star rating! The things that stood out beyond the normal: A welcome basket full of goodies (including a small elephant statue); amenity trays in eat room with bottled water, hand cream, face masks, and more: amenity trays in bathrooms with literally everything you would ever need including individual mouth wash and dental floss; an electronic welcome board for checking in and out and with links to things to do in the area and lots of wonderful elephants, of course! Oh, and when was the last time you stayed anywhere where the smell of warm chocolate cookies greeted you as you opened the door. They were wonderful and enjoyed with the chilled white wine left for us. Behind all this were the owners, who have gone above and beyond to make you feel welcome. They were so kind and helpful. We will return to Penticton again and look forward to staying here again. Book this place - your will not be dissapointed!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Amazing place

Literally the best place I've ever stayed, had a great welcoming gift of fresh baked cookies, and a very cool interactive screen to help figure out things to do in the town. Decorated very cute as well!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

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

Bike Camp

What a great weekend of riding and relaxing. The lodging was very comfortable and location was perfect. Dale and Debbie are super hosts and lots of thought has gone into looking after every detail of what you might need in your stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Dianna S.

Comfortable and well-equipped accommodations

Thank you very much for your hospitality. Your attention to detail is exquisite. We had an enjoyable time celebrating our sister's 70th birthday. Would certainly recommend a place to stay in Penticton. All the best in 2023. Loved the elephants. Very comfortable and well-equipped accommodations. Would highly recommend it to others.
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10/10 Excellent

Sherry M.

Never had better

Very lovely, cozy and welcoming. I love the decor and all the supplies we're provided with. The owners are such lovely people and I'm glad I got to stay here; easily the best place I've ever stayed in on a business trip. I can't wait to stay here again as I have already found comfort here at this elephant abode. It is also very convenient. PS: Thank you for the elephant friend on my bed, I have named him Brady. See you next time, Brady :)

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Debbie and Dale. What a wonderful stay. You two are the ultimate hosts - you absolutely think of "everything" one could possibly need. The Condo is beautiful and comfortable - we enjoy looking at the elephant displays. The touch screen display with the welcome greeting and easy access to information was fantastic. Hoping to be back soon. June
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Wonderful

Deb and Dale. What a wonderful stay. You two are the ultimate hosts - you absolutely think of "everything" one could possibly need. The Condo is beautiful and comfortable - we loved how comfortable the mattresses are!! Hoping to be back. The weather was awesome!! Thank you.
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10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Pefect, Just Perfect

Thank you so much for your warm welcome, friendliness, and generosity in providing everything to make our stay perfect - you really have thought of everything.! It is rare to find hosts who "go the extra mile." A true "home away from home." Thank you once again - from all of us. This will be a memorable part of our vacation from the UK.
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10/10 Excellent

Leesa B.

Wow!

This was our first time staying in a vacation rental and we were blown away with this place! Dale and Debbie were very helpful with helping us navigate our stay and the condo was absolutely wonderful. It felt like a home away from home. The location was within perfect walking distance to all amenities and the rink where we walked daily to watch our daughter play hockey. Thank you Dale and Debbie! We will be back! :)

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Y.

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

Penticton Condo

Dale & Debbie were the most attentive hosts we have ever rented from. The condo was very clean, and it was nice to stay in town where it was easy to walk to lake & restaurants. Would happily rent from them again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liam S.

Fabulous

We had a wonderful time here in Penticton. Your home was amazing, especially all the thoughtful touches. There was not a single thing you could improve on - perfection. Thank you so much for your hospitality. The cookies were fabulous.

10/10 Excellent

Noah S.

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

Great place to call home base

Dale and Debbie are the definitions of super hosts. Upon arrival, we were surprised with a thoughtful welcome basket and a bottle of wine. The place was clean and had everything we needed to enjoy our time there including cooking utensils, comfortable seating, toiletries, etc. Debbie and Dale went above and beyond to make sure we had a good stay. They have a great home and manage this unit effectively. We will definitely be returning next time we come to town!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

The Absolute Best!

Thank you Deborah and Dale! We have now completed our second extended stay at Grandma’s Elephant Hideaway and I can’t wait to make it a third. There are absolutely no negatives to this accommodation. The kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms were incredibly well stocked, even a playpen with bedding, high chair and booster seat for our infant granddaughter. The location is perfect. Just a short walk to the beach, but far enough to escape the noise confusion of the Peach Festival. The downtown core with eateries, shops, breweries and Farmers’ Market are also easily accessible by foot. The only thing left for us to do was make the memories, and that we did! This place rivals any first class hotel, but with all the advantages of home.

10/10 Excellent

Ole H., SaltSpring Island, BC Canada

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

Superb house

Everything was perfect, incredibly clean. And fantastic amenities from toiletries to snacks. Including phone/computer charging cables in the bedroom! Everything was so well thought out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Deb and Dale

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Woo-hoo! Debbie and Dale here, and we're beyond thrilled to welcome you to Grandma's Elephant Hideaway! Grandma had a love for elephants and inspired us to create this cozy hideaway in her honor. Plus, with every stay, you're supporting elephant sanctuaries as we donate a portion of the profits every year.

We're both avid travelers, who love visiting our kids and grandkids. When you're not cozied up at the hideaway, you might find us at a nearby winery or brewery (Dale's favorite being Cannery). We promise to make your stay extra special, with warm welcome cookies, and more - maybe we'll even roast the coffee ourselves! And if there's anything you need or want to make your stay even better, just let us know.

Dale is a real world-traveler, volunteering to help communities in need, and has spent countless nights in hotel rooms. That's why we created the perfect hideaway - with all the things we love about staying somewhere and none of the things we don't. And while we love to give guests their space, we're always here if you need us. Just message us through the platform or give us a call - we'll be there to help in a jiffy.

We've got all the amenities covered, but if you need anything extra, just ask! We're always happy to accommodate you and make your stay as comfortable as possible. Let the elephant adventures begin!

Why they chose this property

We were looking forward to a change and came across this Condo and immediately fell in love with it. We have always loved the Okanagan and Penticton was a favourite.

What makes this property unique

The perfect workcation location. We are remote workers and frequent business travellers. We know comfort is important, but also is a quiet location to complete important work where you can have a virtual meeting, print that important document, or have an extra screen to work on, all while sitting in comfort on a comfortable desk chair. We offer a nice desk, a high-end desk chair, a webcam, keyboard, mouse, and a mix of office supplies. Want to move the set-up to another location, like the couch, the kitchen table, or the island? Go right ahead – flexibility is what remote working is all about.

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