Muse Wines Saanich Peninsula North of Victoria BC

Hidden in Deep Cove on Saanich Peninsula is Muse Winery (formerly Chalet Estate Winery); a small self sustaining, family winery owned by Peter & Jane Ellmann. This boutique winery has been producing fine limited edition wines since 2001. Fine Wine begins in the vineyard and the Ellmanns strictly adhere to organic practices using natural ingredients to fertilize the vines and control weeds. Extensive canopy management, hand cropping and picking ensures that only the finest fruit is used in the production of their Award Winning Wines and minimal to no sulphites are added to any of the wines. The newly opened Bistro Muse, offers elegant food pairings to go with the Muse Wines. The Bistro is open Thursday to Sunday from 11 am to 3 pm. Whether you prefer a structured tasting, a glass of wine on the Vineyard Patio, a gourmet bite or just shopping, Muse Winery has something for everyone. Summer hours are 11am to 5 pm daily, closed Mondays. Please call ahead for winter hours or appointments- 250-656-2552, or visit the website http://www.musewinery.ca/
Muse Winery (formerly Chalet Winery) 11195 Chalet Road, N. Saanich, BC
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A Small World B and B Chemainus

The town of Chemains, "the Little Town that Did" has a Bed and Breakfast that is little also. A
Small World Bed and Breakfast isnt't really small, but it features miniatures made by one of the owners Lynne. This is her passion and the work is truly amazing. Her and John make you feel at home and they serve great breakfasts and provide excellent accommodations. The murals in Chemainus depict the history of the community and they are truly amazing. A Small world is in the middle of town with retaurants and shops within a couple of blocks to downtown and old town. It is a great little community worth a visit. Check out a small world. If you need more info on Chemainus, click here. If you need travel info on Vancouver Island click here.

BUTTERFLY GARDENS

One of Victoria's finest attractions is Butterfly Gardens. It is just a short drive from Victoria and many visitors heading to Butchart Garden's pass by this great little gem. If you are one of them, then next time you are out that way, stop by. The lush gardens are full of butterflys, displays, plants, flowers, fish, flamingoes, birds and much more. It is a tropical paradise. Check it out. You will be pleasantly surprised. Click here if you want more information and pictues about Butterfly Gardens. If you are looking for a place to stay while visiting Victoria, Click Here.