THE NEIGHBOURHOOD

Shawnigan Lake

SOUTHERN COWICHAN VALLEY

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A beautiful place to live and play

What was once a holiday spot of lakeside cabins and cottages has become a destination for those looking for more space and a quieter life. Shawnigan Lake offers modern residential builds and village living, lakeside modest homes to mansions as well as rural acreages tucked away in the trees. Easy commute to Nanaimo and Victoria, many families are making the move to Shawnigan Lake for their forever homes.

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Nestled in the Southern Cowichan Valley

Amenities

Close to everything just around the corner

Aitken & Fraser Corner Store
Mason's Corner Store
Thrifty's in Mill Bay
Country Grocer in Cobble Hill

Shawnigan Coffee House
Tim Horton's in Mill Bay
Old School Coffee House in Cobble Hill

Shawnigan Jen's, Momoville, R-Harn Thai, Compass Mexican Bistro, Sarpinos Pizza, Hosuka Japanese all located right in Shawnigan Village
The Lakehouse Restaurant located on the lake with boat dock
Black Swan Pub

West Shawnigan Lake Prov. Park
Shawnigan Hills Athletic Park
Shawnigan Wharf
Old Mill Park
Mason's Beach
Kinsol Trestle
Koksilah River Prov. Park

Discovery Elementary
Shawnigan Lake School
St. John's Academy

Shawnigan Lake Montessori
Birdsong Dayschool
Shawnigan Christian Preschool
Shawnigan Lake Community Center Daycare

get outside

Lake access points, beaches, parks, walking and hiking trails

Shawnigan Lake is perfect for those who love the outdoors. There are access points all around the lake for swimming and designated boat launches for spending the days on the water. Multiple parks allow for get togethers and picnics as well as hiking and walking trails, especially the impressive Kinsol Trestle and Baldy Mountain, to enjoy the outdoors with your family and pets.

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Data was last updated November 6, 2026 at 06:05 PM (UTC)

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