Vacation Rentals in British Columbia

Find peace and serenity in a British Columbia alpine cabin in the midst of unsurpassed beauty and serenity of raw wilderness naturescapes and easy access to towns and cities via a sophisticated network of well maintained roads. Average flying time from London and the Midlands to Vancouver is under 10 hours with daily flights available. British Columbia´s position on Canada's Pacific coast affords this state the mildest climate of all Canadian states perfect for travel in all seasons.

British Columbia offers visitors to the region a chance to explore and experience some of the most remote and off the beaten track natural wonders in the world. With so many exceptional, renowned National Parks filled with pristine landscapes to choose from, you will need several lifetimes to get to know this spectacular region of the world. Miles of coastline with exquisite beaches and lakeshore settings offer incredible opportunities to spend time in nature enjoying watersport while vast tracts of splendid alpine scenery provide a wonderland in winter for thrill seekers who love the adrenaline rush of winter sport.

Vancouver Island is a pristine haven for nature lovers with the Pacific Rim National Park situated on the rugged west coast where beautiful old growth temperate rainforest provides a spectacular setting for renowned hikes such as The West Coast Trail. Kootenay and Glacier National Parks offer brooding, dramatic mountain ranges, icefields, glaciers and plummeting waterfalls. The combination of jagged peaks and endless waterfalls make Yoho National Park the ultimate playground for hikers. These are just some of the natural wonders awaiting your discovery!

Get ready for second to none taste sensations and famed world class homegrown and bottled British Columbia wines as you explore the abundant, vibrant, cutting edge foodie culture that has put this region firmly on the world gastronomical map! Find farm to table excellence on Vancouver Island and in the Thompson Okanagan and Fraser Valleys. Explore a multitude of fantastic high end eateries and discover exquisite wineries, wine tours, dining and culinary tours as well as unique insights into local artisanal breweries and distilleries as you sample some of the best menus on the planet!

Rise early and enjoy a scenic drive to the stunning city of Vancouver. This glittering metropolis is surrounded by a dramatic backdrop of snow capped mountain peaks and glimmering waterways. Pick from an array of stunning, innovative museums to visit, drop in at the wonderful Pacific Arts craft market and head to the beautifully vibrant downtown Gastown district where lovely, refurbished buildings are home to upscale and interesting boutiques and galleries. Have a late lunch in one of the trendy local restaurants and browse the shops before heading back to your vacation home base.

Head to the western shores of stunning Vancouver Island and discover the wild beauty of some of the world´s most breathtaking beaches. Long Beach offers 16km of pale, soft sand, jade green waters and gorgeous rocky headlands and mystical, pristine, shorefront forest. Be sure to look out for humpback whales! This is also a renowned surfing beach.

Emerald Lake in the splendid Yoho National Park on British Columbia´s Eastern border is a total bucket list destination and a place for absolutely remarkable nature photography. The extraordinary, breathtaking, green blue color of the lake is the result of light refracting from glacial mineral deposits in the lake. Here you are surrounded by majestic, towering mountain peaks and densely wooded, brooding banks with wonderful opportunities for leisurely summertime canoeing and hiking.

Zoom up the side of Grouse Mountain on an unforgettable ride that offers you an unsurpassed bird´s eye view over the glittering metropolis of Vancouver amidst alpine scenery of majestic Douglas firs, dramatic snow capped peaks, a sweeping Pacific Ocean panorama and a view all the way to the Gulf islands! Ride North America's most impressive aerial tramway system to a mountain paradise that offers winter skiing, snowshoeing and skating. Be sure to grab a bite at the fabulous Altitudes Bistro overlooking Vancouver!

Find the ultimate in nature relaxation at Lussier hot springs in the East Kootenays of Eastern British Columbia! Here you can enjoy four fabulous natural hot spring pools set amidst pristine, enthralling, wilderness scenery. This is a remarkable summer or winter attraction to visit! If you are very adventurous you may decide to jump into the icy waters of the adjacent Lassier River and back into the hot pools!