River mornings, lake afternoons — and a community that feels like home.
Lake Cowichan is a great mix of calm and fun — with nature all around and a friendly small-town feel. You can spend your mornings on the Cowichan River, your afternoons swimming or boating on the lake, and your evenings watching the sun go down.
The town is easy to live in, too: good local restaurants, a full Country Grocer grocery store, local shops, and places to grab ice cream and take a walk.
It’s not just a summer town. There’s always something to enjoy — warm days at the lake, fall walks, cozy winter nights, and spring mornings back on the trails. Families also love having a local hockey arena and year-round recreation close to home.
You get the peace of a small town, but you’re still close to everything you need — about 20 minutes to Duncan and just over an hour to Nanaimo and Victoria.
Fly Fishing
Quiet river spots, clear water, and a pace that helps you slow down.
Peace + Nature
Fresh air, forest views, and room to breathe — without the rush of a big city.
Community
Friendly neighbours, family events, and a town where people still wave.
Duck Pond evenings, Sunfest weekends, river walks, lake days, and trails close by.
Local Hangout — The Duck Pond
The duck pond is a favourite spot for families and neighbours — kids play, people visit, and it’s an easy place to stop for a few minutes and say hi.
At Plante Homes, community isn’t an afterthought — it’s part of how we build. As a local, family-run company, we believe in supporting the places we live and work, not just developing them. That means showing up, helping where we can, and building neighbourhoods that add to the community. Our focus is simple: do good work, support local, and help create places people are proud to call home.
Nature, community, and everyday fun — with the essentials close by.