Last-minute availability for a rental in nature
Still haven't found a place for a short nature getaway? As summer progresses, there are fewer places available, but fortunately, there are still some. Here are a few places where there was still space at the time of writing this column.
The Barrier Inn
photo provided by Alain Demers
Wild and easily accessible—that's the first advantage of this Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie outfitter. Near the inn, children can enjoy feeding alpacas and seeing rabbits roaming free.
Kayaks, pedal boats, and paddleboards are available. Two trails lead to small waterfalls where you can cool off.
Chalet stay for a family of four: from $295 per night and $1,300 for five days.
To the Green Devil
photo provided by Au Diable vert
Few places offer so many natural attractions. At this Glen Sutton mountain resort, we're spoiled with stunning views and a river tubing experience.
Not to mention kayaking and paddleboarding (available for rent on site). Another fun option: the VéloVolant, an unusual bicycle that passes through the trees on a suspended cable.
Our evenings are enhanced by ObservÉtoiles, an outdoor planetarium with augmented reality headsets. Beautiful network of hiking trails. Dogs welcome.
Overnight stay: from $209 in a family pod, from $129 to $209 in a refuge or charming cabin.
In the Laurentians
photo provided by Tourisme Laurentides
Tourisme Laurentides provided the Journal with a list of about ten establishments with a certain number of availability. Here are three that stand out.
The Super 8, Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts. A family-friendly hotel offering the best value. Nearby: beach, bike path, trails, and giant zip lines.
The Grand Lodge Mont-Tremblant, on the shores of Lake Ouimet. Suites with kitchens. Pool and gym. Spa. Tennis. Beach. Paddleboard, mountain bike, and electric bike rentals.
Auberge du Lac Morency, Saint-Hippolyte. Beach. Kayaks, paddleboards, and pedal boats. Swimming pool. Volleyball. Tennis. Games room.
At the Treetop Trail
Photo provided by Sentier des cimes-Daniel Desmarais
At Mont-Blanc, in the panoramic tower at the end of the footbridge, the Là-Haut show is back, in collaboration with Vague de Cirque. The acrobats will amaze us. Until August 31.
Rent a kayak in Montreal
photo provided by Sophie Poliquin
On the Rivière des Prairies, two sites managed by the GUEPE organization rent kayaks: Beauséjour Park on Gouin Boulevard West and the Sophie-Barat Nautical Site in Maurice-Richard Park.
https://parcoursgouin.ca/nautical-sites/
Alain Demers is the author of the book Rediscovering Quebec: 101 Destinations , published by Les Éditions du Journal.
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