Country Charm, Coveniently Located!
Our glamping experience at Mixed Barrel Farm was the perfect spring getaway. The trailer accommodation felt more like a tiny home or small cabin with its many amenities, including a full kitchen, big screen TV, bathroom with shower and comfortable queen size bed. To us backpackers, it felt like a 3-star hotel.
But actually so much better than a hotel because we were on a farm, looking out on peaceful fields lined with pink cherry blossoms and willow trees. We met all the animals--goats, lambs, ducks, chickens and friendly cows, as well as the beautiful labs and two black cats. It seemed like a big, happy family.
Our goal was to get out into nature and this was so easy to do since Mixed Barrel is literally steps away from the Vedder South Dyke Trail along the Chilliwack River. We also visited the Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve (13 min. drive) to see the herons nesting across the reserve's South Lagoon. Awesome experience! From there it's an easy wander down the Vedder Rotary Trail which has many river views and access points.
In addition to the homey farm and stunning nature, our hosts, Wayne and Leah were extraordinarily friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. We could tell how much their heart and soul went into making this lovely place. We really enjoyed farm fresh eggs for breakfast and took home a roaster chicken to feast on later.
Hopefully, we can return in the fall and see that colourful season at Mixed Barrel Farm!