Abbotsford vacation rentals

Enjoy a rural retreat in Abbotsford

A city in itself, Abbotsford is nestled in the heart of the Fraser Valley. While Vancouver tends to steal the spotlight, basing yourself in Abbotsford will unlock access to a local experience in British Columbia. There's a flourishing agricultural community to discover, which means you'll be surrounded by lush pastures, sprawling orchards and family-run farms. Abbotsford vacation rentals also put you within striking distance of recreational hotspots like Cultus Lake, Sumas Mountain and the mighty Fraser River. For a street scene, simply head to Historic Downtown Abbotsford, where you'll find boutiques, chocolate shops, antique stalls, cozy cafes and more.

Family fun at Abbotsford's Castle Fun Park

Luring locals and visitors alike, Castle Fun Park is a favorite on the family-friendly circuit. Open throughout the year, this fun-filled theme park features mini-golf courses, go-karts and baseball batting cages. For a fun and educational day out, why not visit the Fraser Valley Trout Hatchery? The self-guided visitor center features trout displays, a walk-in beaver lodge and fantastic underwater observatory. While it's best known as a farming community, Abbotsford harbors a vibrant arts and cultural scene. There's no better place to discover it than The Reach Gallery Museum, a multipurpose venue showcasing local talent.

Farm-to-table feasts in Abbotsford

Thanks to its fertile soil, Abbotsford is a hotspot for orchards, berry farms, corn fields and more. In fact, Abbotsford is so bountiful that it's known as "Vancouver's Bread Basket". If you love fresh produce, why not eat your way through the Circle Farm Tour? The self-guided "agritourism" route will take you past roadside markets, wineries, farm-gate vendors, dairy farms and more. With spacious kitchens, Abbotsford vacation rentals make it easy to stock up on fresh produce and prepare your own farm-to-table feasts. Craving thrills? Offering 12,500-foot tandem jumps, the Abbotsford Skydive Centre promises a full-body adrenalin rush.

Sun-drenched summers in Abbotsford

Summer is high season in Abbotsford, when Canada's West Coast enjoys long days and plenty of sunshine. It's a great time to explore the Circle Farm Tour, hike in the surrounding forests or take a day trip to Vancouver. Planning a summer getaway? Why not stay on the water's edge, with Abbotsford vacation rentals perched on the banks of Cultus Lake? Fall can be a beautiful time to visit, when Abbotsford's maple trees explode in a sea of reds, yellows and golds. Kids will love visiting the family-friendly pumpkin patches that dot the countryside.

Enjoy the great outdoors in Abbotsford

Part of the Fraser Valley, Abbotsford lives up to its "City in the Country" nickname. As well as lush farmland, it's surrounded by lakes, rivers and provincial parks. Arnold Dyke is scenic and relatively flat, while Sumas Mountain Inter-Regional Park offers challenging trails and plenty of elevation. Remember, British Columbia is bear and cougar territory, so be sure to hike in groups, keep dogs leashed and make plenty of noise. Heading to Vancouver? Highway 1 will get you there in just 50 minutes.

How to get to and around Abbotsford

The nearest airport is in Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR), located 39.6 mi (63.8 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Abbotsford, BC (YXX-Abbotsford Intl.), which is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) away.