YOUBOU · COWICHAN LAKE · VANCOUVER ISLAND
Location
THE ADDRESS
9466 Creekside DriveYoubou, BC, Canada
V0R 3E1
Set on the quiet north shore of Cowichan Lake, about 15 minutes west of the town of Lake Cowichan, the property sits on 2.4 acres of forested lakefront, far enough for complete privacy, close enough for an easy drive from anywhere on Vancouver Island.
Before setting out, you can check the weather measured at the property.
FIND US
Getting Here
The Drive
From Victoria, follow the Trans-Canada Highway north through the Cowichan Valley to Duncan, then turn west onto Highway 18, a quiet forest highway that climbs toward the lake. At the town of Lake Cowichan, follow Youbou Road along the north shore as it winds between Douglas firs and open water. Creekside Drive is on your left as you enter Youbou.
Nearest Airports
- ≈ 1 hr 45 min drive
Victoria International (YYJ)
Full-service international airport near Victoria
- ≈ 1 hr 15 min drive
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
Regional airport with daily flights from Vancouver, Calgary & Toronto
- ≈ 4 hrs incl. ferry
Vancouver International (YVR)
Connect via BC Ferries (Tsawwassen–Duke Point or Horseshoe Bay–Departure Bay)
GOOD TO KNOW
How do I get to Aera Cabins from Victoria?
Drive the Trans-Canada Highway north to Duncan, turn west onto Highway 18 to the town of Lake Cowichan, then follow Youbou Road along the north shore. The drive takes about 1 hour 45 minutes, and Creekside Drive is on your left as you enter Youbou.
What is the closest airport to Aera Cabins?
Nanaimo Airport (YCD) is the closest, about 1 hour 15 minutes by car, with daily flights from Vancouver, Calgary, and Toronto. Victoria International (YYJ) is about 1 hour 45 minutes away, and Vancouver International (YVR) is roughly 4 hours including the BC Ferries crossing.
Where on Cowichan Lake are the cabins?
Aera Cabins sits at 9466 Creekside Drive in Youbou, on the quiet north shore of Cowichan Lake, about 15 minutes west of the town of Lake Cowichan on Vancouver Island, BC.
WHAT OUR GUESTS SAY
Guests consistently mention thoughtful details, from stocked kitchens and crisp linens to the lake views, hot tubs, and space to settle in.
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