Welcome to Homes for the Holidays!

About the Homes: Kelowna

You can tour the homes in any order; please treat them as gently as you would your own!

Mid-Winter Tidings: A Classic Christmas

3726 Mission Springs Drive – Kelowna

Kara, Jason & Witten Guyitt

Growing up in a small, close-knit family, Kara has always cherished the opportunity to share the joy and traditions of the Holiday Season by welcoming family and friends into her home. After enjoying the Homes for the Holidays tours for several years, Kara and her family are thrilled to participate this year, showcasing their newly renovated home and its classic, timeless Christmas decor.

To capture the spirit of the Season, Kara enlisted the help of her mother, Sandy, who has a keen eye for holiday design and detail. Together, they envisioned a traditional theme that celebrates the simple pleasures of the holidays – lush greenery, vibrant reds and greens, and an abundance of twinkling lights. They also brought in Jenner Simpatico of Simpatico Styling to assist.

Guests will be welcomed by a display of fresh greenery elegantly lining the driveway, a festive touch that continues indoors where windows throughout the home are adorned with the same natural holiday charm.

The main Christmas tree, dusted with delicate white snow, sparkles with vibrant red balls and velvet ribbons. Small whimsical birds are perched among the branches, adding a touch of charm and cheer to the festive display. Additional Christmas trees are scattered around the home all decorated with personal seasonal touches.

Kara, her husband Jason, and their young son Witten are excited to welcome guests and share in the magic of the Season. As visitors depart, they can enjoy a special treat – an outdoor movie screening by the fire pit, as well as a chance to peek inside the home’s “Man Cave” sanctuary.

Parking Tips

  • There is parking available on Mission Springs Drive or along the side street, Springtide Place. Please do not block driveways.

Design Team

Decorations

  • From Kara’s Christmas storage closets

Florals & Greenery

  • Jenner Simpatico, Simpatico Styling

Photos With Santa

  • Have your photos taken with Santa by donation by Flash & Frame, representing the Swinging with the Stars 2025 Team Booth Babes. Net proceeds raised will support Team Booth Babes in their fundraising efforts for the Central Okanagan Hospice Association.

Shopping

  • The Twisted Potters: Beautiful unique creations that are a collaboration of a potter and a basket maker.

Aggie’s Christmas House

5346 Signet Crescent (Kettle Valley) – Kelowna

Pamela and Mike Turgeon

This holiday home is more than a display of festive décor – it’s a heartfelt tribute to a mother’s enduring spirit. When our homeowner lost her mom at age 23, she inherited beautiful memories of Christmas traditions filled with kindness and generosity. Now, those cherished memories live on in every thoughtfully decorated space.

The home sparkles with a sophisticated blend of silver, gold, and red, creating a stunning celebration of the season. In homage to her mother, who would string three strands of lights across her farmhouse kitchen cupboards and warmly gift socks and gloves to holiday visitors, this home radiates that same welcoming spirit.

A special corner holds precious memories – a display featuring two childhood gifts and their touching story, reminding us that the most meaningful presents often become our most treasured traditions.

Every room tells a story of celebration, with multiple trees and festive touches throughout. The three-level modern home glows with metallic accents, while global influences add character through a collection of beautiful Buddhas, acquired during the homeowner’s time in Indonesia.

As you explore each carefully curated space, you’ll discover a perfect blend of contemporary elegance and heartfelt nostalgia. Step into the backyard for a warming cup of apple cider and reflect on the true gifts of the season – kindness, generosity, and love.

This is more than a holiday showcase – it’s a daughter’s tribute to her mother’s legacy of making Christmas magical for everyone.

Parking Tips

  • Street parking available. Please do not block driveways.
  • You will enter the home through the side gate NOT the front door.

Design Team

  • Pamela Turgeon

Decorations

  • Homeowner’s Christmas Closet

Florals

Shopping

  • Truvai Jewellery: TRUVAI jewellery will be featured at Paris Fashion Week in 2025. Each collection is designed in Kelowna by social entrepreneur Jenny Lillian and handmade with impact by master artisans around our globe in: Kibera Slums, Nairobi, Kenya, Celuk Village, Bali, Indonesia, Murad Khani Kabul, Afghanistan. The design inspiration for each collection comes from the local and sustainable materials available to each artisan group — including artisanally mined gemstones that support local families, locally sourced pearls, recycled silver and even upcycled scrap metal which helps to keep the Kenyan artisans’ city clean.
  • Chomp Cookie Co.: Skip the baking and let us adorn your Holiday table. Offering bake-to-order gourmet cookies, gift boxes, cookie-cuterie and more!
  • UMAMI, Crave the Fifth

Tastings

The White House

5508 Lee Lane – Kelowna

Hannah Thomas

Step into a winter wonderland where classic white walls serve as the perfect canvas for a holiday display that’s anything but ordinary. This thoughtfully curated home bursts with festive spirit, featuring an enchanting palette of white, with hues of pinks and rich burgundies that dance throughout each carefully designed space.

As you begin your tour, vintage-inspired retro lights twinkle merrily along the home’s exterior, offering a nostalgic welcome that sets the tone for the treasures within. Inside, every room tells a story, with subtle nods to the owner’s Welsh heritage carefully woven throughout the décor – keep an eye out for these charming touches that add personal meaning to the space.

The living spaces are a masterclass in holiday styling, where custom-made signs from Hammers and Heels add personalized charm to the festive atmosphere. Each room has been thoughtfully decorated to reflect the personality of the family member who calls it home, creating an authentic and intimate holiday experience.

Don’t miss the delightful surprise in the son’s bedroom, where creative ingenuity shines bright. Here, you’ll discover a Christmas tree that proves holiday magic doesn’t require a fortune – cleverly decorated with carefully selected Dollarama ornaments – a perfect example of how vision and creativity can transform simple elements into something special.

Designer and homeowner Hannah has created more than just a holiday showcase – she’s crafted a warm, inviting celebration of family, nostalgia, heritage, and holiday spirit.

Parking Tips

  • Street parking available.  Please do not block driveways.

Design Team

Decorations

  • Hannah’s Christmas storage

Custom Holiday Signs

  • Hammers & Heels: Hammers & Heels’ “Homes for the Holidays” market brings the festive spirit to life with charming wood signs and cozy holiday apparel, all set within the warmth of a beautifully decorated home. Discover unique pieces that will add a personal touch to your seasonal décor and wardrobe. Browse through our collection of holiday-themed signs and comfy sweaters, perfrect for creating a cozy, festive atmosphere in your own homes this season.

Shopping

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