Outback Experience

Vacation home rentals for the perfect getaway in Vernon, BC

Located twenty minutes from Vernon B.C., and nestled in a secluded bay, Outback Lakeside Vacation Homes provide an escape few who stay here will ever forget. Guests arrive to find architecturally stunning homes as beautiful as the landscape that surrounds them. Intimate neighborhoods, each with their own unique character and feel, are arranged over 60 acres of lakeside pine forest, providing unparalleled privacy and seclusion.

Whether you’ve escaped to the Okanagan Valley for the exhilaration of a mountain getaway or to relax and do absolutely nothing at all, we offer a wide range of pleasure pursuits.

Aerial view of a lakeside community with houses, trees, and boats on the water.

Vernon Hotel Resort Okanagan Lake near Outback Lakeside Vacation Homes

The sights and sounds of the British Columbia wilderness envelop you. Hike along a forest trail while listening to the whisper of the trees. Get lost deep within a fragrant pine forest. Paddle a kayak along Okanagan Lake, keeping an eye out for ospreys, swans and Great Blue Herons. Enjoy an evening cocktail before dinner on your deck. After your meal, take our breathtaking cliffside glass elevator down to the waterfront boardwalk and enjoy a leisurely moonlit stroll before turning in.

Swimming

Couple exiting a pool with mountain and waterfront views, next to a modern building with green roof.

South Bay Infinity Pool & Hot Tubs

Open from 9:00 am to 10:00 pm seasonally. Change rooms and showers available.

Family walking along pebble beach with yellow and green chairs, tree, and house in background.

South Bay Private Beach

A pebble beach located beside the South Bay infinity pool.

Clear pool with handrail, surrounded by trees and grass, with a building in the background.

Trout Lake Pool & Hot Tub

Open from 9:00 am to 10:00 pm seasonally. Change rooms and showers available.

An aerial view of a hot tub surrounded by lounge chairs and a glass railing with a lake in the background.

Quarry Bay Hot Tub

Open from 9:00 am to 10:00 pm seasonally. Change rooms and showers available.

Sightseeing

Couple holding hands on a bridge by the water near a large house.

Boardwalk

Enjoy a stroll along the boardwalk and pathways that meander through the Outback resort.

Two children run out of a cave towards the setting sun.

Tunnel

This granite cave-like tunnel leads to a hidden beach.

A lake with a group of people by a fire surrounded by rocks and trees with houses in the background.

Outdoor Glass Elevator

Take the breathtaking glass elevator down the cliff to the boardwalk.

A blue and black mountain bike leaning against a tree in a forest.

Ellison Provincial Park

Outback Lakeside Vacation Homes borders Ellison Provincial Park

Sports

Woman hitting tennis ball on court, with another player in background and mountain landscape.

Tennis Courts

Located near Trout Lake Pond, the tennis courts are open until dusk. Please see us at the Owners’ Lodge for tennis racquets and balls.

A small boat with two people near a rocky shore with trees and mountains in the background.

Boating

Buoys available for rent in July and August. Valet shuttle service to boats.

Home gym with exercise equipment, a stone column, and sliding doors leading to an outdoor patio.

Fitness Center

Work out with an elliptical machine, treadmill, free weights, bike, and a machine for upper and lower body.

Family

Wooden playground with rope bridge, wooden tower, and net climbing structure surrounded by trees and sandy ground.

Adventure Playground

Mini adventure playground constructed with trees from the property. The playground has a charming log cabin and mini zipline, along with forest-themed play structures.

A couple stands on a beach with rocks and mountains in the background, holding wine glasses and a bottle.

Quarry Bay Waterfront

A hidden waterfront accessible via a granite tunnel.

Trails

Two people walk on a trail by a lake, surrounded by trees and rocks.

Walking Trails

Hike along a forest trail while listening to the whisper of the trees.

Two cyclists ride mountain bikes on a narrow, winding trail through a dense forest with autumn foliage.

Bicycle Trails

Please visit the Front Desk for bike trail suggestions.

Photo Credit: Tourism Vernon - Chris Istace

Modern wooden home with balcony and green lawn in front, surrounded by trees under a clear sky.

Vernon Hotel Resort Outside view of teen rooms at Outback Lakeside Vacation Homes

Owner's Lodge

The Owner's Lodge is where your Outback experience begins. One of our friendly team members will be on hand to greet you and check you in upon your arrival. Downstairs at the Owner's Lodge you will find the fitness centre and just outside is the adventure playground for children.

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A house on a rocky cliff overlooking a lake at dusk with reflections in the water.

Ridge Homes

Architecturally distinct, Ridge Homes feature a cantilevered room with floor-to-ceiling windows to fully capture the stunning Okanagan views.

A modern, multi-level building with balconies overlooks a calm water body with a metal bridge and rocks.

Bay Villas

Quarry Bay Villas are situated on Quarry Bay and offer gorgeous lake views. A spectacular glass elevator takes guests to a lakeside promenade leading through the granite tunnel to waterfront access.

A cozy living room with large windows, leather couches, a coffee table, and a TV.

Forest Cabins

Two-bedroom or three-bedroom cabins available.

Building with balconies and a sloping roof, reflected in water, set against a forest backdrop.

Trout Lake Townhomes

Two-bedroom or three-bedroom townhome units available.

FAQ

Outback Lakeside Vacation Homes has been designed to be a private paradise on Okanagan Lake.
Below, you will find answers to questions most frequently asked by our new guests.

Is staff assistance available?

Our front desk is open from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm in July and August and from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm during the rest of the year. For late check-ins, emergencies and other requests, we can also be reached by phone 24 hours a day.

Do we have a restaurant?

There is no restaurant on the property. All homes are equipped with gourmet kitchens and barbecue grills on the decks. You will also find eclectic restaurants in Vernon, which is located 20 minutes away.

Please visit the Vacation Foods website to have groceries delivered to your vacation rental.

Do we offer Internet?

Yes. Complimentary wired and Wi-Fi Internet is available in all homes. But don’t be surprised if you find yourself logging on less and less during your stay!

Do we offer transportation?

We can arrange airport shuttle service for an additional fee. Reservations are required.

Do we provide housekeeping?

Houses are cleaned after checkout. No Housekeeping member will bother you during your stay for your safety and ours. Additional amenities can be requested at the Office.

Any Additional Fees?

Parking is complimentary, one marked parking spot per home and overflow parking available. During peak season a Resort Fee of $20/day applies. (June 1 through September Labor Day Weekend)

Are we pet-friendly?

Of course! ONLY A FEW HOMES are pet friendly, this is the Great Outdoors and we can’t think of any better place to bring your dog! Please let us know that you will be bringing your furry pet at the time of your reservation as not all of our homes are pet friendly and pet fees will apply. ($20/day/dog maximum 2x pets)