Grandma's Elephant Hideaway - Penticton, BC

06/02/2024

Sunday cuteness overload 😍

05/02/2024

I went into Airbnb to remove our listing, and a new rating was released. Not only are we a guest favourite, but also in the top 5% of eligible listings. So many listings still here in Penticton (we actually blocked ours off from May 1 on) still operating. One guy who lives in another Province is showing all four of his listings - obviously does not qualify. Breaks my heart, but we just can't stay listed and blatantly break the rules. We can host friends, so please reach out.

We leave proud. Thanks, Airbnb for being a great platform to get us started with so many great friends and repeat customers.

03/31/2024

Love happy families. Going to miss these types of messages.

03/23/2024

02/14/2024

This email is reaching you with heavy hearts from us. After four years of absolute joy, we have been officially told, despite operating legally, that we must close Grandma’s Elephant Hideaway due to the new regulations imposed by the Province of BC. The closure will take effect April 30. Most of you know why we started this business - in memory of my mother and to have a place where our kids and grandkids can stay when they visit. As you can imagine, this impacts us hard – we loved what we did and our guests. So many of you have become friends and family. I am so proud of what Debbie has accomplished - she is the best host as far as I am concerned.

We plan to keep the property as our kid's home away from home for as long as we can. No idea how long we will be able to do that - maybe a year or two. We hope you will not give up on us and continue to reach out and like our posts.

We will plan on doing a minimum of 90-day rentals as of September 1st once the kids have had time to visit. 90 Days is now the shortest we are allowed to do. If you know of any snowbirds, hockey families, etc., please let them know about our place.

We want to thank you all for everything. Your support, kind words, hugs, the odd glass of wine, beers at the bar in the casino, learning that the legion meat draw is great fun, and many laughs have given us some great memories. We will never forget any of the great guests that we have been so happy to have.

Dale and Debbie
[email protected]

01/19/2024

We are going to miss doing what we do for our guests. Thank you Clare, for how clean you, Alex, and Thomas left the Condo. Amazing how far above and beyond you went. Good luck in the Olympics - we will be watching. And thank you for this amazing five-star review.

"From the moment we booked our stay at this Airbnb, we knew we were in for an exceptional experience - the owners, Debbie and Dale, immediately communicated with us instructions, vacation guides, and requests to personalise our stay. They would immediately reply to any issues or questions we had, providing hotel service in a comforting Airbnb setting. We felt valued and well cared for. The condo’s cleanliness was impeccable. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you could require - from an air fryer to blenders and an extensive selection of spices and essentials like baking paper. This level of detail in the amenities is complemented by treats like their home-roasted coffee and a fridge stocked with drinks. The dedicated monitor set-up and printer are lifesavers for those wanting to work remotely. A powerful AC and heater system ensured we were always comfortable. I highly recommend this Airbnb to anyone looking for a hassle-free, comfortable, and delightful stay."

12/15/2023

With every rental we have had, we have been very proud to support affordable housing in Penticton through support of various initiatives and also in supporting the Sheldrick Trust and our adopted Elephant, Kainuk born on the same day as my Mom (but 77 years later), July 4.

Watch this amazing holiday video by the Sheldrick Trust.

This holiday season, support our mission by adopting an orphaned elephant, rhino, or giraffe.https://www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/orphans----Established in...

12/15/2023

This makes us sad, but nothing will stop us from still feeling proud of what we do for our guests. Today, we welcome our repeat guests arriving from Calgary to once again experience the Nickel Plate cross-country ski area. Deb has gone out of her way for what is likely the last time, to decorate, and to create such a welcoming home (in our family secondary home) for our visitors to Penticton. We have included a nice growler of Cannery Anarchist (guest's choice and our favourite - at other times, we provide a nice local/Naramata wine), some local snacks, local jams, local soaps, our signature cookies, and so much more.

12/11/2023

We will transition to mid-term rentals (minimum 90 days) as of September 1, 2024. If you are looking for any specific dates, please don't hesitate to reach out. Rentals for 90 days or more will only be available from September 1 to June 30th each year. This is our family home, and we will need it to accommodate periodic visits from family throughout the summer months.

We are sorry this is happening, as we loved this business and our amazing guests, but it is not our decision.

More to follow, but we wanted you to know.

Lots of time to book for a winter/spring 2024 getaway. Please go to www.grandmashideaway.com to send us an inquiry.

Dale and Debbie

"It is important to us that our guests have a seamless and enjoyable stay at our Condo. Therefore, we have implemented several measures to ensure your safety and comfort, such as enhanced cleaning protocols, contactless check-in, and a dedicated guest support team available 24/7. Rest assured that w...

11/08/2023

We are very proud of this. As a fully licensed STR, we do our best to support our guests and our community.

11/02/2023

We have been happy to serve our signature Chocolate Chip Cookies to every guest. Book and enjoy yours. www.grandmashideaway.com

10/28/2023

We have been proud and legal supporters of Penticton. Since the day we started we have been licensed, own one unit that we purchased to allow our family to enjoy what we love about Penticton, and have been a part of Visit Penticton since we first started sharing part of our home with guests from around the world. Our venture would not be so fun or successful without the amazing support of our neighbours and our Strata. Thank you all for your support.

10/24/2023

Debbie did a great job on the news tonight. Maybe I am biased but she did awesome. To watch her interview remove the space been // and globalnews.

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Watch New rules could force Penticton short-term rental to shut down Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

09/15/2023

A great way to enjoy paradise. Mid September and still swimming and enjoying happy hour at Sociale.

08/23/2023

For 23 years running, Elephant Island Winery has been one of the top rated experiences on the Naramata Bench. With our seated tastings centered in the heart of an operating cherry orchard, “stay awhile” service, and variety of expertly crafted wines and ciders, it's no wonder. In the bottle, the focus is on agricultural diversity and regenerative farming. We create wines and ciders that reflect the unconventional voice of vanguard fruit. Wines that are balanced by a reverence for traditional winemaking practices. And ultimately, a family of beverages that are a reflection and a companion to life well lived. Elephant Island is a magical place to sit under the trees, to be amused and amazed by wines that seek to capture the spirit and essence of this place: of fun, and of whimsy ... all afternoon long. Life's a Circus ... DRINK BEAUTIFULLY!

07/19/2023

Peach season begins, folks, so we'd like to share some helpful advice.
HOW TO EAT A PEACH 🍑
1. Leaning over the sink.
2. Totally naked so you can jump in the shower after. 🤣
So, how do you like to eat your peaches?
Tomorrow we'll give you a heads up on some of the great vendors who will be with us this Saturday, 8:30am to 1pm, on the 100 Block of Main.

07/01/2023

A nice day in the Okanagan.

05/28/2023

Oh my. So proud of the effort Debbie puts into ensuring our guests feel welcome and have a memorable stay. This latest VRBO review has us both so thankful and proud.

"We Will Be Back. - 5/5
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 each 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 - you will not be disappointed!"
Jill.

05/20/2023

Great night at Cannery Brewing.

05/10/2023

We work hard - in life and in running our STR business. Our goal is to really provide a different and enjoyable experince for our guests. We responded this morning to some guests arriving later this month. This was the response we get - and we appreciate it.

"Kudos for all you do for your guests. We’ve stayed in VRBOs all over North America and Europe. Yours stands out as a welcoming place well prepared for guests!"

05/07/2023

We had some great guests leave today. We really do appreciate all of our guests. These ladies left us this nice review in our Grandma's Elephant Hideaway guestbook and some great photos to share. Together these ladies have stayed at over 30 Airbnbs. Thank you, Angeline, Trena and Sue, and we are glad you made it home safely.

"Thank you, Debbie and Dale, for hosting us at your wonderful place. One of the best Airbnbs we have stayed at. More than 5 stars."

04/29/2023

We are proud to call Penticton home and congratulate the City and its partners on a great campaign. As a STR we were happy to have hosted some of those remote workers who decided to call Penticton home. The reality is that we moved to the city after working remotely here after the start of COVID. Then decided to actually move to the City. We proudly employ local cleaners, support other local businesses and use the Start Here Penticton videos and brochures in our rental to promote more of our guests to make Penticton home. Keep up the great work

A City of Penticton campaign geared to attract skilled and remote workers to the community has been awarded a Marketing Innovation Award from the BC Economic Development Association. The ‘Welcome Home’ campaign and its overarching Start Here Penticton brand have been recognized for its efforts i...

04/28/2023

Try them out during your next visit to Grandma's Elephant Hideaway.

We're Back!

Come visit.
12 - 5 pm Saturday and Sunday.
12 - 4 pm Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

Tasting Room is stocked with beautiful new releases from the 2022 vintage.

04/27/2023

It is a nice day in Penticton

04/27/2023

We went for our anniversary. Amazing

Garden House is now open! Enjoy a European culinary experience made with fresh ingredients. They are open from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm for lunch and from 5 pm to 9:30 p. for dinner from Wednesday to Monday.

📍 610 Main St