Vernon Real Estate
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Real estate in Vernon, BC is located in the picturesque North Okanagan region, one of BC’s most popular tourist destinations. Living in Vernon means you’re living near over 100 lakes, several provincial parks, world-class golf courses, renowned wineries, and top resorts. Vernon is an all-seasons paradise, with endless options for indoor and outdoor recreation year-round and a vibrant and exciting arts culture.
Vernon real estate resides in the oldest community in the Okanagan, originally inhabited by the Interior Salish. The area’s history can be admired in the many murals gracing the buildings of downtown Vernon, which display the city’s unique culture, folklore, and scenery. Several heritage homes dating back to the area’s early industrialization have been preserved, such as the impressive Caetani Centre, built in 1895. Vernon’s O’Keefe Ranch Heritage Site, built in 1872, offers guided tours of the ranch, where visitors can interact with the farm animals on the property, host events at the facility, or camp at one of the ranches six RV sites.
With access to the Kalamalka, Okanagan, and Swan Lakes, Vernon is ideal for boating, kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. In the warmer months the area offers over 50 unbeatable trails for scenic hiking and biking through scenic grasslands, orchards, vineyards, and forests. In the winter, Vernon offers top cross-country skiing and snowshoe trails for athletes of all levels. For those looking for adventure, ziplining for all ages passes through the Okanagan’s spectacular mountains. With endless activity options, Vernon is also known as a prime spot for rock climbing, paragliding, skydiving, and more.
For those looking to immerse themselves in Vernon’s rich culture, the Vernon Community Arts Centre and the Vernon Public Art Gallery showcase works from both emerging and established artists in a variety of media including paintings, sculpture, film, and installation art. The Caravan Farm Theatre is considered one of Canada’s premiere professional outdoor theatre companies, hosting year-round stage performances in a magnificent natural setting.
Vernon is home to some of BC’s most spectacular resorts, including the award-winning Sparkling Hill Resort, gourmet fine-dining. Predator Ridge Resort, which offers lodge and cottage amenities along with vacation homes, is among one of Canada’s top-rated golf courses. The area also boasts an abundance of dining options, breweries, cideries, and wineries that can be sampled on one of several Vernon Tasting Trail tours.
Whether you’re looking for a luxurious private house on one of Vernon’s picturesque lakes, or a condo or townhouse with access to the impressive amenities of one of the area’s top resorts, our Vernon real estate agents can help you discover your dream home in this vibrant market.
