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Your Hostess Victoria Simpson A third generation Kamloopsian and BC resident, Victoria moved back to the Thompson-Okanagan in 1995 after living in different parts of Canada. Her parents owned a home on the CPR hillside. In 1989 when she came home for her brother's wedding she noticed the 'old house' was for sale. It was purchased and her parents lived in the home until she returned in 1995. Her mother, Joyce Simpson, ran it as the 'Blue Manor Gallery' for a few years. While living in Prince Albert, AB, Victoria started taking University fine art courses with George Glenn. This was a major shift in her journey and opened up the potential for inner exploration through drawing and painting. Victoria has added yet another layer of colour and texture to this home's history. A vague dream of having the place as an artist's retreat became more of a reality when a series of family crises left her face to face with the dream. The house was opened as a B & B in the summer of 2000. With little to no advertising, just a few adventure seekers found their way that first year, but those that came were pleased with the find. "Each person brings the gift of who they are...and that gives me wings," says Victoria. Testimonials
Hello Victoria,
I have to thank you for the most wonderful overnight stay we enjoyed with
you on our way to Vancouver Island. Our little turn in the road, turned
out to be the highlight of our vacation! It was so enjoyable to meet the
other interesting guests as well. I will send them a little note together
with the photographs we took of us on the deck. I will send you the
pictures too - on a separate note.
I have to ask for the delicious scone recipe. I have been talking to all
who will listen about your delicious food and warm home. You can expect to receive a few enquiries from my friends!
All the very best,
Adele Mansell |
