Okanagan Winery Accommodation: Burrowing Owl Guest House

Accommodation is a big part of the experience when you are visiting wineries. What can be more relaxing than staying in the comfort of your own villa while still being close to all that BC wine county has to offer? There are many different options for Okanagan winery accommodations, but Burrowing Owl Guest House is one of our favorites.

Burrowing Owl Guest House

The Burrowing Owl Guest House is situated on the south shore of Okanagan Lake, on the infamous Black Sage Road. This South Okanagan winery is just a short drive from the city of Kelowna and is located in between Oliver and Osoyoos.

This beautiful guest house features a total of 11 suites including one Penthouse Suite. The suites have large bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, spacious decks, and a sitting area. Guests can enjoy the beautiful views of the surrounding valley from their patio.

The Penthouse Suite, also known as Suite #11, offers truly spectacular winery accommodations. It offers two bedrooms and two bathrooms, a fully stocked kitchen, a large living room, a dining room, and two private patios.

One patio in the guest bedroom looks out over the parking lot and surrounding vineyards, while the master bedroom patio runs the width of the suite with a panoramic view of the vineyards.

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Amenities at this Okanangan Winery Accommodation

Guests can enjoy a variety of amenities including swimming in the heated pool, relaxing in the hot tub, complimentary wifi, complimentary breakfast, free parking, and Tesla/EV charging stations.

The swimming pool is one of the largest I’ve seen in a smaller boutique winery lodging. The hot tub is quite small in comparison and will only comfortably seat 3-4 adults.

The pool and hot tub can be accessed directly from the ground floor suites, while the upper floor suites are situated directly above.

Nearby Wineries

With its serene setting overlooking Okanagan Lake and close proximity to vineyards, this property offers guests an idyllic retreat for wine tasting or other local adventures.

The property is just minutes away from some of the best vineyards in Canada, including Phantom Creek Estates, Tinhorn Creek Vineyards, Hester Creek Estate Winery, and Church & State Wines. The Guest House also features its own winery where you can enjoy onsite tastings and tours.

Complimentary Breakfast

A beautiful and delicious complimentary hot breakfast is served with fresh fruit baskets delivered to your door every morning. Prior to 2020, guests would be served breakfast in the beautiful breakfast room located on the lower floor.

A beautiful buffet-style breakfast was available to every guest each morning and it was a perfect way to start the day.

Currently, breakfast is delivered to each guest suite at an arranged time, and while it isn’t as lovely as the breakfast room, being able to eat breakfast and enjoy your morning coffee in your own guest suite is certainly a nice luxury.

The breakfast menu includes a wide range of hot and cold items such as eggs, bacon, pancakes, waffles, cereal, yogurt, peanut butter toast, or muffins. Guests also have the option to enjoy homemade granola with fruit, with the menu changing slightly each morning.

Sonora Room Restaurant at Burrowing Owl Estate Winery

There is a fine dining restaurant, located at Burrowing Owl Estate Winery. It is a must-try for anyone visiting the Okanagan. With both indoor and patio seating available, our favorite is the patio which overlooks 146 acres of vineyards below.

The restaurant also boasts a large and wonderful wine library containing many of its own vintages that are no longer available for purchase, which is one of the main draws of this restaurant.

The Sonora Room is a welcoming space that has something for everyone – whether it’s an intimate dinner or a casual dinner with friends. The menu has plenty of options, and we’ve found that the seared scallops with beef tenderloin top our list!

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What Are Some Other South Okanagan Winery Restaurants?

Located a quick drive from the Burrowing Owl Guesthouse are many different South Okanagan winery restaurants including Miradoro at Tinhorn Creek, The Restaurant at Phantom Creek, Terrafina at Hester Creek and Masala Bistro at Kismet Winery.

FAQ About BC’s Okanagan Wine Country

How to Get Around the South Okanagan Wine Country

You’ll need your own vehicle to visit this location as it’s not near any major cities or towns. The wineries in the South Okanagan are spread out so driving really is your only option unless you consider hiring a driver or wine touring company.

There are a few wine touring companies in the South Okanagan that can offer you expert guidance and transportation to wineries. Ok Wine Shuttle, Desert Country Wine Tours, and Kelowna Limo to name a few. DeVino Wine Tours will be beginning operations in the very near future.

Okanagan E-Bike Safaris is also another option to get around the South Okanagan wine region. They offer several different packages to choose from.

How many wineries are in the South Okanagan?

There’s no shortage of wineries in the South Okanagan Wine Country. At last count, there were over 100 wineries! We have been to many of them and continue to return, year after year, discovering new ones. Check out our comprehensive post on the best BC wineries by region to plan your next vacation or discover some new BC wines.

What Wineries have Accommodation In The Okanagan?

Burrowing Owl Guest House is one of the few winery accommodations in the Okanagan. There are villas at Hester Creek Estate Winery, a guesthouse at Rust Wine Co, and Spirit Ridge Resort at Nk’Mip Cellars that offer the largest number of Okanagan winery accommodations in the area.

Can I Stay at a Winery in Kelowna?

Currently, there are no wineries in Kelowna with accommodations on site. If you drive 1.5 hours south to Oliver, you will find spectacular South Okanagan winery accommodation options.

Accommodation is a big part of the experience when you are visiting wineries and Burrowing Owl’s Guesthouse is a preferred choice. The property offers luxury amenities and modern conveniences as well as breathtaking views from each room or guest suite. If you want an authentic local experience without sacrificing any creature comforts, this might just be the place for you! We hope we’ve helped make your decision easier with these tips on where to find accommodation near Okanagan Wineries