Welcome to 'Above the Orchard'
We are located in the heart of the South Okanagan Valley about 1 1/2 km (1 mile) south of the 'Wine Capital of Canada' Oliver.
We are Tourism BC Inspected and Approved.
Our home is nestled amongst a vineyard and fruit orchards 1/2 km east of Hwy 97 and looks out over the trees to Fairview Mountain and the wineries.
Come and relax in the peace and quiet of this orchard setting, away from the highway, lounge on our deck, wander the gardens and orchards or watch the stars while soaking in our Hot Tub.
We feature:
- Two ensuite bedrooms plus in high season, a new 32 foot RV
- Wireless Internet
- Wonderful breakfasts
- Great conversation
- Fresh fruit and home baking
- Huge guest lounge with satellite TV
- Guest bicycles
- Hydro-therapy Spa (Hot Tub)
- Peace and quiet, no traffic noise
- Lots of birds, flowers and fruit
- Wonderful views
- We can also help you plan your day, advise on dining and places to visit.
What our Guests say:
'Everything at Above the Orchard is first class...your lovely home, wonderful breakfasts & great company, who could ask for more.' Emery & Elaine
'....the Town of Oliver and surrounding area have so much to offer. Thank you for your generosity and genuine hospitality. It made our holiday very special. Your home is impeccable and we appreciate you sharing it with us. Lorne & Anne
'..it was full of new experiences for us - eating fruit straight from a tree & eating the most delicious fruit-filled pancakes.' Barbara & Roman
Your hosts, Ed and Lorraine came to the Okanagan from Ontario in 2002. We are active outdoor enthusiasts whose interests range from Triathalons to birdwatching, photography, golfing and gardening. We are well travelled from England, Ireland, Greece, Costa Rica, Venezuela, Belize, Guatemala, Australia and in 2000 a 45,000 km trip across Canada and down the West coast of the U.S. and into Mexico.
We are now exploring the Okanagan and can help you plan your adventures whether it is touring wineries, golfing, hiking, biking or even driving.
We love meeting new people and enjoy spending the evenings sitting on the deck, chatting with guests over a glass of local wine.
Things to do.
Discover Oliver and area, located at the northern tip of the Sonoran Desert, Oliver receives less than 10 inches of rainfall every year. The dry warm climate is also favoured by the Prickly Pear Cactus that can be found on most hikes. The area is also one of the best birdwatching areas in Canada.
Explore the wineries Oliver is home to 10% of the nations wineries, take a day or two and visit the 20+ local vineyards either on your own or on a tour bus that we can pre-arrange for you. Most are within 10 minutes drive from our house.
Hike or Bike the Golden Mile Trail. A 10 km trail across the foothills, enjoy exploring the 100 year old stamp mill and abandoned gold mines or just take in the spectacular panoramas stretching from Osoyoos to the south all the way to Mc Intyre bluff to the north.
Enjoy great Golf the town has two great courses, Fairview Mountain Golf Club and Inkameep Canyon Desert Golf Course, both 18 hole par 72.
Hike to the top of McIntyre Bluff the trail starts at Covert farms and winds up past a lake to the overlook with great views looking over Oliver and to the south.
There are many more exciting things to do and we can help you plan your days' and when you are tired from exploring we can advise you where to relax and enjoy the great dining in the area.
But if all you want to do is relax and get away from it all, there is no better place than our home and gardens where you can just sit and watch the California Quail wander through the flowers and shrubs, the Goldfinches picking seeds from the sunflowers and the smell of Roses and Lavender filling the air.
How to get here
We are 1.5 kms (1 mile) south of Oliver. Turn left in Road #4 (336th Ave). Drive to the top of the hill and turn left on 93rd street. We are the first place on the left, after the vineyard, you will see our sign at the top of our driveway.
GPS Coordinates are: 119. 33. 36. 73W 49. 09. 30. 71
