This spot is a true hidden gem in the Cowichan Valley, near Duncan/Maple Bay.

This is Stonehill Farm, an abandoned 130-acre property with a decently solid (albeit trashed) mansion, indoor swimming pool, multiple outbuildings, and the best part, a gorgeous waterfall!

Set aside an hour to explore the home inside and out and to find the secret waterfall.

Directions:

• Coming from the Trans-Canada Highway, turn east onto Trunk Road.

• Follow Trunk Road for about five minutes.

• Turn left at the roundabout onto Maple Bay Road.

• Stay on Maple Bay Road for a couple minutes and then turn right onto Stonehouse Way.

• Then turn left at the stop sign onto Donnay Drive.

• Follow Donnay Drive until it ends at a t-juction.

• You will see a very clear path begins at the end of Donnay Drive.

• Please note that this is a residential area. We suggest parking on a side street rather than right in front of the path.

• Begin hiking down the path for about 5 minutes.

• Once you reach the duck pond, turn right. You will see the mansion in the distance.

• Once you are at the mansion, you will find a short stone wall with an opening. Go through there to find the waterfall.

• Follow the creek and the sound of water. There are also a few waterfall signs up pointing you in the right direction.

Enjoy this local gem! It's a great spot for photos and videos.

Please make sure to respect the home, the land and the neighbours.