Grouse House Nestled in the Cowichan Valley, and only an hour's drive away, is a unique getaway option. You can stay at the Blue Grouse Winery at their on-site accommodation, Grouse House. It's a B&B among the vines in a private self-catering cottage; the second "B" stands for bottle as there's one from the award-winning winery included for you to enjoy! The house sleeps up to four and has luxurious linens and a fireplace for a totally tranquil trip away. Plan your visit to coincide with the monthly Sunday Brunch in the winery. For info on the winery and Grouse House: www.bluegrouse.ca. Photos by Leanna Rathkelly.
Point No Point If you want to wake up and look out at endless ocean, low-misty cloud or the snow-capped mountains of the Olympic Peninsula, then a cabin at Point No Point Resort would be the perfect getaway for you. Situated on the rugged west coast of Vancouver Island, just outside Shirley, the resort is a collection of 25 beachfront cabins, each with kitchens and fireplaces and many with private hot tubs. There's a restaurant onsite too and in-cabin spa treatments available. Although the cabins get booked up well in advance on the weekends, there are low-season rates available Monday to Thursday which could make Point No Point Resort your sneaky hideaway secret while everyone else is working! View the cabins and booking availability: pointnopointresort.com. Photos by Amanda Cribdon Photography. 32 SEASIDEMAGAZINE.CA | JANUARY 2020