Houseboat Vacations - Twin Anchors Marine
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Houseboat Vacations - Twin Anchors Marine
SHUSWAP LAKE, BRITISH COLUMBIA 2012 V AC AT I O N Houseboat Vacations P L A N N E R 1.800.663.4026 TWINANCHORS.COM follow us on Best Boats e c i v r e S t s e B If you love the water, hangin’ out, exploring or just spending the days floating along, then get your group together for one of the most memorable British Columbia vacations you’ll ever have! Shuswap Lake is Canada’s hotspot for houseboating with 1000km / 621 mi of shoreline to explore. Twin Anchors offers the best houseboats and service on Shuswap Lake... that’s what our customers tell us. Check us out on facebook, twitter, youtube and our weekly blog updates. Book today! 1.800.663.4026 follow us on take a virtual tour and book your vacation in real time onli n e WWW.TWINANCHORS.COM orientation departure & return You will learn a lot about the operation of your houseboat in a brief orientation with our crew. We recommend you appoint a first mate and review the “how to” videos and operation manuals located on our website, prior to your arrival at our marina. The more you know, the more enjoyable your houseboat vacation will be. Salmon Arm or Sicamous Upon arriving at Twin Anchors, you will be greeted by our friendly staff, who will direct you to parking and begin the check-in process. At the registration office, necessary information will be provided to the captain and co-captain helping to ensure a safe and enjoyable vacation. When your boat is available, the hosts will arrange to have our complimentary porter service transport your gear to your houseboat. The captain and co-captain will receive an orientation on board your houseboat, and before you know it, you will be on your way to experience a legendary Twin Anchors adventure. departure days BOARDING > Between 2pm & 5pm on the first day. RETURN > Assigned between 8am & 10am on the final day. 3-NIGHT PACKAGES > Thursday, Friday or Saturday. 4-NIGHT PACKAGES > Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday. 7-NIGHT PACKAGES > Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday or Tuesday. LOW SEASON > april 1 - june 7 & sep 2 - oct 31 MID SEASON > june 7 - july 12 & aug 23 - sep 2 follow us on PEAK SEASON > july 12 - aug 23 low SEASON 3 nights 4 nights 7 nights 1200 $ 1400 $ 1800 $ mid SEASON 3 nights 4 nights 7 nights 1500 $ 1800 $ 2550 $ nights peak 3$1800 SEASON 4 nights 7 nights 2200 3200 $ $ prices are in canadian dollars and do not include taxes. main deck • 1 Stateroom with queen bed • Convert the sofa and dinette into double beds • 1 bath • • • • cu.ft. fridge/freezer 8 3 burner stove & oven Microwave Flat screen TV with DVD player • BBQ • Rear access to bridge deck • P owered by outboard 90 hp Mercury engine bridge deck • Sundeck/lounge area • Slide • Solar Panels GO GREEN! The Cruiser is ideal for a family or couple wanting a comfortable little houseboat to explore the lake with. Powered by a 90 h.p. outboard Mercury engine, this housboat also features solar panels to assist in charging the cabin batteries. Outfitted with all the basic amenities you need for a great Shuswap Lake adventure, the galley features an 8 cu.ft. fridge/freezer, 3 burner stove and oven, microwave and all the basic utensils required for cooking up some fabulous meals. The stateroom has a comfortable queen bed and storage areas, plus the dinette and sofa convert into 2 additional double beds. Just in case you want to watch a movie, there is a flat screen TV with DVD player. FORE DECK HELM SALON/ GALLEY HEAD STATEROOM Sleeps up to 6 people 10’ x 35’ approx. 350 sq.ft. AFT DECK SLIDE main deck low SEASON 3 nights 4 nights 7 nights 1700 $ 1900 $ 2550 $ mid SEASON 3 nights 4 nights 7 nights 2440 $ 2630 $ 3700 $ nights peak 3$2800 SEASON 4 nights 7 nights 2900 $ 4800 $ prices are in canadian dollars and do not include taxes. main deck • 2 Staterooms with double beds • 1 Bunk Room with single bed and a double bed • C onvert the sofa and dinette into double beds • 1 1/2 baths • A ppliances incl. two 8 cu.ft. fridges, range and microwave • Fireplace • TV/CD/DVD entertainment centre • BBQ • Rear access to bridge deck • Remote fueling station bridge deck • Hot Tub • Suntan area • Wet bar • Penthouse with 2 double beds • Slide The CruiseCraft I is ideal for those looking for all the comforts of home while keeping vacation costs to a minimum. A great houseboat outfitted with Twin Anchors’ classic amenities for your Shuswap Lake adventure, including a hot tub, fireplace, wet bar and barbeque. The spacious galley is home to a full slate of appliances and all the basic utensils required for cooking up some fabulous meals. The staterooms provide comfortable beds and storage areas for your gear, while the penthouse loft is a favourite sleeping area for the kids or those young at heart. Sleeps up to 15 people 14’6” x 56’ approx. 1600 sq.ft. bridge deck main deck LOW SEASON 3 nights 4 nights 7 nights 2000 $ 2220 $ 2860 $ mid SEASON 3 nights 4 nights 7 nights 2760 $ 2920 $ 4100 $ nights PEAK 3$3500 SEASON 4 nights 7 nights 3600 $ 5400 $ prices are in canadian dollars and do not include taxes. main deck • 2 Staterooms with double beds • 1 Bunk Room with single bed and double bed • C onvert the sofa and dinette into double beds • 1 1/2 baths • ppliances incl. two A 8 cu.ft. fridges, range, dishwasher, microwave and clothes dryer • Fireplace • TV/CD/DVD entertainment centre • BBQ • F ront & rear access to bridge deck • Remote fueling station bridge deck • Hot Tub • Suntan area • Wet bar • Bimini Top • Penthouse with 2 double beds • Slide The classic CruiseCraft II has everything you’ll need to cruise the lake in comfort. On board you’ll find 3 staterooms, appliances including a dishwasher and dryer plus forward and rear access to the bridge deck. On the bridge deck a bimini top, deluxe wet bar, hot tub, suntan/dance area and slide are included. The penthouse loft is a great sleeping area for kids or those young at heart. All of our CruiseCraft houseboats include a remote fueling station at the rear so you may fill up your boats and personal watercraft anywhere on the lake. Sleeps up to 15 people 14’6” x 60’ approx. 1700 sq.ft. bridge deck main deck low SEASON 3 nights 4 nights 7 nights 2575 $ 3245 $ 4140 $ mid SEASON 3 nights 4 nights 7 nights 4535 $ 5050 $ 6490 $ nights PEAK 3$5125 SEASON 4 nights 7 nights 5610 $ 9065 $ prices are in canadian dollars and do not include taxes. main deck • 3 Staterooms with double beds • 1 Bunk Room with two double beds • C onvert the sofa and dinette into double beds • 2 Double Cuddies • 2 full baths • ppliances incl. A 25 cu.ft. fridge/ freezer, range, microwave, dishwasher • Stacked washer/ dryer • Fireplace • Salon wet bar • 3 6” TV/DVD/CD & home theatre sound entertainment centre • Sony Playstation II • Air conditioning • BBQ • F ront, rear and mid-ship access to bridge deck • Remote fueling station bridge deck • • • • • • Hot Tub Suntan area Wet bar Bimini Top Slide 2 Staterooms with queen size beds and TV/VCR combo The CruiseCraft III is your own personal floating resort. It is outfitted with luxurious amenities for your Shuswap Lake adventure, including air conditioning and a fireplace to control your indoor climate. The distinctive interior includes a spacious salon and galley area along with five private staterooms - plus all the appliances you can imagine including a stacked washer/dryer and mini bar fridge. The home theatre entertainment centre comes with a DVD player as well as a Playstation II. This houseboat provides exceptional value for guests vacationing with lots of family and friends. Sleeps up to 22 people 16’ x 70’ approx. 2200 sq.ft. bridge deck main deck low SEASON 3 nights 4 nights 7 nights 2780 $ 3335 $ 4095 $ mid SEASON 3 nights 4 nights 7 nights 4430 $ 4830 $ 6180 $ nights PEAK 3$4665 SEASON 4 nights 7 nights 4996 $ 8140 $ prices are in canadian dollars and do not include taxes. main deck • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 4 Staterooms with queen beds and TV/DVDs/VCRs 1 Stateroom with double bed and TV/DVD Convert the sofa and dinette into double beds 2 full baths Stainless steel appliances: 25 cu.ft. fridge/freezer, range, microwave, dishwasher and trash compactor Stacked washer/dryer Fireplace Salon wet bar 36” TV/DVD/CD & home theatre sound entertainment centre Sony Playstation II Fish finder & compass at helm Vaulted ceiling in galley Air conditioning BBQ Twin 10-gallon hot water tank Front and rear access to bridge deck • Remote fueling station bridge deck • • • • • Hot Tub Suntan area Bimini Top Slide Entertainment area with BBQ, double stainless steel sink, TV/DVD/CD stereo & built-in dining bar. The CruiseCraft IV is perfect for individuals looking for luxury while experiencing all that Shuswap Lake has to offer. The vaulted ceiling in the galley is unique to this vessel and adds an air of openness. All staterooms are outfitted with individual TVs for your personal enjoyment. Enjoy the bridge deck’s entertainment area complete with dining bar, BBQ, bar fridge, stainless sink combined with TV, DVD, and CD stereo system all protected under a hard top. Soak away in the hot tub, or lounge under the sun or stars on the open deck. Sleeps up to 14 people 16’ x 60’ approx. 1900 sq.ft. bridge deck main deck low SEASON 3 nights 4 nights 7 nights 4225 $ 4825 $ 7315 $ mid SEASON 3 nights 4 nights 7 nights 6685 $ 7615 $ 9435 $ nights peak 3$7580 SEASON 4 nights 7 nights 8610 $ 13,495 $ prices are in canadian dollars and do not include taxes. main deck • 6 Staterooms w/queen beds and 15” TVs • 1 Stateroom with single bunk beds • Convert the sofa and dinette into double beds • 2 full baths • S tainless steel appliances incl. 25 cu.ft. fridge/ freezer, range, microwave, dishwasher, wine cooler and trash compactor • Stacked washer/dryer • Fireplace & Wet Bar • • 4” TV/DVD/CD & 3 home theatre sound entertainment centre Sony Playstation II • Fish finder & compass • Vaulted ceiling in galley • Air conditioning • BBQ • Three 10-gallon hot water tanks • Front rear & mid-ship access to bridge deck • Remote fueling station bridge deck • S lides: 1 Straight and 1 Tube • 3 Staterooms with queen beds and 15” TVs • 1 Full bathroom with deluxe steam shower • E ntertainment area with BBQ, double stainless steel sink, bar fridge and built-in dining bar texas deck • • ot tub w/ swim-up bar H Entertainment area with double stainless steel sink, bar fridge and dining bar • 27” TV/DVD/Stereo • Bimini top The CruiseCraft V is designed to be the ultimate floating resort and is the largest boat in our fleet. It features three deck levels for entertaining. On the Texas Deck you will find a large custom hot tub with swim-up bar, deluxe wet bar and covered TV/DVD. The Bridge Deck has three staterooms, deluxe bathroom and a covered dining area with BBQ. The main deck is spacious and outfitted with an incredible galley complete with bar fridge, trash compactor, wine cooler and large work island. Every stateroom has its own flatscreen LCD TV and DVD player. Sleeps up to 24 people 17’ x 75’ approx. 3900 sq.ft. texas deck bridge deck main deck Natural Setting Houseboats and Shuswap Lake beaches provide an extraordinary setting for your special event! Service has been a cornerstone of the Twin Anchors success story. We welcome the opportunity to host your corporate team for a training session or senior staff team building function. Perhaps you’re looking to create a memorable special occasion such as a wedding, anniversary, birthday or family reunion? We would love to help you create your special event. Golfing, hiking, kayaking, water sports, fishing and dance floors under the sparkling night sky are all part of our backyard. With a little imagination and creativity, we can help you to bring your event to life. Consider the staff at Twin Anchors as part of your crew. Call 1-800-663-4026 to get started! JILL BRADLEY PHOTO JILL BRADLEY PHOTO JILL BRADLEY PHOTO JILL BRADLEY PHOTO Community Partners Things to do & see on the lake We are proud to sponsor local sports groups and events such as the Salmon Arm Silverbacks Junior A Hockey Club, Sicamous Eagles Junior B Hockey Club, and BC Special Olympics to name a few. Golfing - There are several great golf courses with boat and road access around the Shuswap. Others that are a short drive from the marinas can make arrangments for a shuttle bus. We provide houseboat trips to several groups for their fundraising needs such as the Children’s Wish Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society, Ducks Unlimited Ronald McDonald House, North Okanagan Brain Injury Society, and Northern Wildlife Rescue. Celista Vineyards Locally, a new CT Scanner is now available at Shuswap Lake General Hospital because Twin Anchors supports groups like the Lions and Rotary Clubs. This key imaging machine now aids local residents and visitors to the Shuswap region. Hiking - A variety of hiking trails exist around the lake. Remember to check the skill level required. Special ones to include are Margaret Falls, Albas Falls, Marble Point, Cinnemousin Narrows and Hunakwa Lake. fishing - Rainbow Trout, Lake Trout, Kokanee and Dolly Varden make Shuswap Lake their home. Drop a line and you might end up with fresh fish on the BBQ! Fishing licenses required. Granite Creek Estate Winery Sunnybrae Vineyards & Winery Houseboating Distances (Times based on running our houseboats at their optimum fuel efficiency of 2500 RPMs) Cinnemousin Narrows - A hub of activity during the summer months. Check out the floating stores and restaurant. They offer basic supplies and some other popular summer items. µ Salmon Arm to Sicamous Sicamous to Cin. Narrows Cin. Narrows to Anstey Arm Cin. Narrows to Seymour Arm Scotch Creek to Cin. Narrows South Mara to Sicamous > > > > > > 3 HRS 3 HRS 3 HRS 5 HRS 5 HRS 2 HRS The Shuswap Trail If you would like detailed trail information for biking, or hiking trails accessible from the shores of Shuswap Lake, visit www.shuswaptrails.com Detailed guides are also available at the region’s Visitor Info Centres in Salmon Arm and Sicamous. Book youdray! vacation to 1.800.663.4026 A v e r ag e D a i l y T e m p e r at u r e s M AY 2 0 ˚ C / 6 8 ˚ F JUNE 24˚C/75˚F J U LY 2 7 ˚ C / 8 1 ˚ F AUG 30˚C/85˚F Sept 20˚C/68˚F OCT 17˚C/63˚F PROMISEPHOTOGRAPHY.CA Luxury Houseboat SALES & MANUFACTURING You’ll find the houseboats created by Twin Anchors Marine are indeed people’s second homes. Every houseboat is as individual as its owner. Today’s boats are stunningly designed, superbly crafted, performance oriented and require low maintenance. Ask about purchasing a houseboat in the Twin Anchors rental fleet. 1.800.558.0881 www.twinanchorsmfg.com Bring your bike or go for a hike There’s no better place to put one foot in front of the other and step into a wonderful world of trails suited for walking, hiking and biking. The region boasts small lakeside excursions to high alpine traverses. There’s walks for families and BC big adventures for dedicated backcountry enthusiasts. With over 470km of mountain bike trails and crosscountry tracks, the Shuswap is a lakeside culture that has found some serious fun in the hills. Woven together by water, each community brings something different to the Shuswap and its own host of riding opportunities. Oh, and you can access those communities by houseboat. For detailed information on trails and hiking in the Shuswap, visit www.ShuswapTrails.com or www.ShuswapTourism.ca RElax, REFRESH AND E G R A H C E R The Anchor Pub, Café & Store offers casual dining in a relaxed atmosphere overlooking Twin Anchors’ marina on the Sicamous Channel. Family friendly areas available. The store stocks souvenirs, clothing, sunglasses, ice, firewood and other items you may have forgotten at home... or want to take home! Open daily. May through September take care of our lakE We are a family owned company with employees who are local residents. We grew up here, live here and play here all year around. We enjoy the year round beauty and extraordinary recreational opportunities that this area has to offer and invite you to share it with us. A priority for our team is to preserve our environment for everyone to enjoy. Working together... Twin Anchors recognizes the importance of maintaining water quality in the Shuswap Lake system therefore we continue to monitor our lakes, educate our customers and work in conjunction with other companies in the industry. We are also working with governments at all levels to ensure optimum action is being taken on a continuous basis. To learn more about our environmental initiatives, please visit www.twinanchors.com Please do your part... Recycle, use only environmentally friendly products within the lake system, and remove all your refuse for proper disposal. Please do not disturb the vegetation. Most importantly we ask that you “leave only your footprints on our beaches”……so that we can all enjoy the serenity and natural beauty of this area in the future. follow us on LARGE SCALE CAMPS • DORMS • KITCHENS • OFFICES • WELLSITES • MULTI-PURPOSE WORK SITE Call us for a brochure or stop in for a tour! Hand-built quality you can trust 675 Old Town Bay Road, Sicamous, BC TEL 250-836-3028 TOLL FREE 1-800-558-0881 WWW.TASTRUCTURES.COM Book today Book in real time online at www.twinanchors.com Or give us a call at 1.800.663.4026 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 3 Nights 4 Nights 7 Nights $1800 $2200 $3200 $2440 $2630 $3700 $2800 $2900 $4800 $2760 $2920 $4100 $3500 $3600 $5400 $4535 $5050 $6490 $5125 $5610 $9065 >> sleeps up to 15 7 Nights CruiseCraft II >> sleeps up to 15 3 Nights 4 Nights 7 Nights CruiseCraft III >> sleeps up to 22 3 Nights 4 Nights 7 Nights CruiseCraft IV $2000 $2220 $2860 $2575 $3245 $4140 >> sleeps up to 14 3 Nights 4 Nights 7 Nights $2780 $3335 $4095 $4430 $4830 $6180 $4665 $4996 $8140 >> sleeps up to 24 3 Nights 4 Nights 7 Nights $4225 $4825 $7315 $6685 $7615 $9435 $7580 $8610 $13,495 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 1 8 15 22 29 2 9 16 23 30 3 10 17 24 31 4 11 18 25 5 12 19 26 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT june 2012 4 Nights $1700 $1900 $2550 3 10 17 24 4 11 18 25 5 12 19 26 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 1 8 15 22 29 2 9 16 23 30 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT july 2012 3 Nights CruiseCraft V $1500 $1800 $2550 august 2012 CruiseCraft I $1200 $1400 $1800 MAY 2012 >> sleeps up to 6 september 2012 Cruiser follow us on 1 8 15 22 29 2 9 16 23 30 3 10 17 24 31 4 11 18 25 5 12 19 26 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 5 12 19 26 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 1 8 15 22 29 2 9 16 23 30 3 10 17 24 31 4 11 18 25 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 2 9 16 2331 3 10 17 24 4 11 18 25 5 12 19 26 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 1 8 15 22 29 Vacation Policies The vacation year at Twin Anchors is broken up into three seasons - Peak, Mid and Low. All are colour coded on our 2012 calendars. Once you’ve decided when you’d like to depart, book early to avoid disappointment. We will hold a houseboat 10 days without obligation. age restrictions >> The person making the reservation and the two captains must be at least 19 years of age with valid drivers’ licences. deposit >> All you require is a deposit of $500 to confirm your reservation on a Cruiser, CruiseCraft I, II, III and IV houseboats. The CruiseCraft V requires an initial deposit of $1500. Your deposit is applied to the charter fee and is required within 10 days after making your reservation. You can pay your deposit by credit card or you may mail a money order. payment of charter >> Option A: Pay balance (less deposit) 120 days prior to departure and receive a 5% discount off your charter fee. Option B: Pay balance (less deposit) in 4 equal monthly installments starting 120 days prior to departure. (120 days/ 90 days/ 60 days/ 30 days). extra expenses >> Fuel and septic pump-out are the only additional expenses and are paid at the end of a charter. damage deposit >> Payment of $28/day will reduce the amount of damage deposit required. If the payment is not made, we require the applicable damage deposit to be placed on a credit card as indicated below: with without damage deposit damage deposit Cruiser CruiseCraft I / II CruiseCraft III CruiseCraft IV CruiseCraft V $2500 $2500 $4000 $4500 $6000 $5000 $5000 $8000 $9000 $12000 security deposit >> The damage deposit will be applied to any outstanding charges including but not limited to lost or damaged items, late returns, excessively unclean boats, or any damages. Deposit must be placed on the Captain’s credit card. (CASH OR PERSONAL CHEQUES NOT ACCEPTED) pets >> Please inquire about our pet policy with reservations staff. cancellation >> bonus services >> • Your initial deposit of $500 or $1500 will be retained if you cancel/change a reservation 6 days after booking and at least 119 days before departure. contact >> • A $100 fee will be charged if you cancel or change your reservation 1–6 days after booking. • Full charter fee will be retained if you cancel your reservation less than 120 days prior to departure. • We also offer a policy (additional cost) which will ensure you get a full refund in case of accident, and/ or medical reasons. For further details please call our office at 1-800-663-4026. Propane, porter service, boat launch and park permits are included in the charter fee. Twin Anchors Houseboats PO Box 318, Sicamous, BC V0E 2V0 TEL: 1-800-663-4026 FAX: (250) 836-4824 EMAIL: [email protected] www.twinanchors.com Twin Anchors Houseboats reserves the right to change the above policies at any time without prior notification. LOW SEASONMID SEASONPEAK SEASON apr 1 - juNE 7 & sepT 2 - Oct 31, 2012 junE 7- july 12 & aug 23 - sept 2, 2012 july 12 - aug 23, 2012 h o u se b o a t virtual tour and book your vacation in real time online tak e a TWINANCHORS.COM Amenities 1.800.663.4026 • Hot Tub & Fireplace follow us on • Upper Command Bridge • Propane Fridge, Range, Microwave, Hot Water Tank and Furnace • Shower, Sink & Toilets • Swim Ladder & Sundeck • Kitchen Utensils & BBQ Tools • First Aid Kit & Life Jackets • Propane BBQ • VHF Radio • Fuel-efficient Mercury Sterndrive Engine • Rear Stateroom(s) • Rear Deck Shower • 100 Gallons Fresh Water • Remote Fuel Station • Waterslide TO EDMONTON Shuswap Lake 5 Kamloops Salmon Arm getting here Conveniently located halfway between Vancouver and Calgary, our marinas in Sicamous and Salmon Arm are a short distance off the Trans Canada Hwy. Merritt Hope 93 97 Vernon 1 TO CALGARY Kelowna & International Airport 5 5 Vancouver Sicamous AT OUR MARINAS... • Parking for all Types of Vehicles • Boat Launch • Porter Service • Gift and Souvenir Shop • Ice and Firewood • Friendly, Courteous Crew TWIN ANCHORS HOUSEBOATS PO Box 318, Sicamous, BC V0E 2V0 97 TO SEATTLE TO SPOKANE by vehicle >> Driving to the • Some of the above amenities not available on all houseboats. Shuswap is easy. For instructions and distances visit: www.twinanchors.com/vacations/our location-driving.html by airport >> The Kelowna International Airport is one and a half hours south of Sicamous. Rental cars can be arranged at the terminal. Limousine/van service is also available. PRINTED IN CANADA • DON WEIXL, SHAWN VIENS & SARAH KYLLO PHOTOS • TOLIVER DESIGN INC. [email protected]