This Ontario riverside town with Hallmark vibes and cozy streets is a dream spot to move to

It's brimming with charm.

Lead Writer, Travel

If you've ever dreamed of living in a quaint small town, you might want to check out this Ontario destination. With storybook streets, river views and cozy shops, it's like waking up in a Hallmark movie every day.

On Narcity Canada's Facebook page, we asked readers to share which Ontario town they would love to move to. This dreamy riverside village was one of the destinations mentioned in the comments.

Almonte is a charming small town nestled along the shores of the Mississippi River, less than an hour from Ottawa.

The postcard-worthy main street is dotted with cute boutiques and cozy cafes where you can shop for local goods and enjoy some treats.

If you love the holiday season, Almonte is the place to be. The town is known as the "Christmas Capital of Ontario" and the "Hallmark Capital of Ontario" due to the many Christmas movies that have been filmed there.

According to West Ottawa Real Estate, "Almonte gives you the best of small-town living and big-city convenience."

They note that "the town is clean and not crowded, and you'll find free parking everywhere you go. The downtown core is pretty and dotted with independent craft stores, cafes and boutiques, making it an enjoyable place to live or visit all year long."

Almonte offers beautiful outdoor experiences, such as the Riverwalk, as well as local events throughout the year, including a wintry open-air concert and old-fashioned fair.

With its cozy streets and small-town charm, it's no surprise readers dream of moving to this spot.

Almonte website

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  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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