Carefree
The Cottages offer year-round
activities, lovely cottages, and great
amenities.
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Linda Blaschuk, a dental assistant,
and her husband Charlie, a
geotechnical consultant, wanted
a simpler life in a smaller home.
They moved permanently to The
Cottages nestled in British Columbia’s
Okanagan region. They were
captivated by the cottage look with
vaulted ceilings, screened-in porches,
and year-round living. Living at The
Cottages means they no longer worry
about home renos and yard work.
The Blaschuks originally lived 20 kms
north of Osoyoos Lake, where The
Cottages are located. They now live
in a ‘Bing’ home. “We love the vaulted
ceiling, loft, and screened-in porch.”
The Cottages offer recreational and
social activities at their community centre.
The Blaschuks enjoy using the fitness
room and pools/hot tub. With its own
water treatment facilities, underground
fibre optics, and geothermal heating and
cooling, The Cottages ensure residents
live in comfort and security.
There is 1,800 sq. ft. of waterfront on
Osoyoos Lake and walking trails. The
Blaschuks spend summer afternoons
swimming in the warmest lake in Canada
and soaking up the rays on their private
sandy beach. Evening boat cruises on
Osoyoos Lake are also spectacular.
Nearby towns offer entertainment,
amenities, and medical care. The
Blaschuks enjoy being part of the south
Okanagan community. Linda belongs to
the Sagebrushers Art Club in Oliver and
works one day a week at a local winery.
Charlie is a member of the Fairview Golf
Club and Curling Club in Oliver. The
couple has also taken Tai Chi classes
in Osoyoos and volunteered for events.
Close to The Cottages are wineries, farms,
and mountain bike and hiking trails. For
winter fun, skiers and snowboarders can
reach Penticton’s Apex mountain and
Mount Baldy after a short drive.
“Family and friends love the resort
atmosphere that the development offers,”
the Blaschuks comment.
The Blaschuks are happily surprised to
have so many great neighbours. - Text by J.
Lynn Fraser
“FAMILY AND FRIENDS LOVE THE RESORT
ATMOSPHERE. THEY ENJOY DRINKS ON
THE PATIO, MEALS ON THE PORCH,
SWIMMING AT THE LAKE OR
POOLS, AND PLAYING IN
THE LARGE MEADOW.”