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This small town on Vancouver Island is known for growing some of the world’s finest wine grapes

If you’re looking for a quieter Vancouver Island destination that offers visitors breathtaking vistas of orchards and ocean – look no further than the town of Cobble Hill in the Cowichan Valley.

Nestled in the foothills of Mill Bay, the picturesque town is surrounded by open pastures and family-owned vineyards. Due to the area’s ideal coastal climate, the town produces some of the world’s most unique, finest wine grapes, according to the Cowichan Valley Regional District.

Visitors can have a taste for themselves at several local vineyards, breweries, and cider farms. This includes Cherry Point Estate Wines (open for tastings daily from 10 am to 5 pm), and Merridale Cidery & Distillery – which is open from 11 am to 8 pm on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, and until 6 pm on Mondays and Thursdays.

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Looking for another fun activity in the area to enjoy? The year-round Duncan Farmer’s Market is a great place to pop by every Saturday for locally-grown produce and artisanal treats from over 100 vendors.

Note that the market runs every Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm on Craig Street and down Ingram Street.

So there you have it, Vancouver! If you’re looking for small-town charm meets Vancouver Island nature – you’ll find the perfect mix here.

Cobble Hill 

Where: Cowichan Valley, BC

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