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[ÈST] Éco-cabines, Nouvelle, Gaspésie
[ÈST] Éco-cabines
Stay in a Cottage or Cabin: So Many Options in the Maritime Regions of Québec
Are you planning a visit to Bas-Saint-Laurent, Gaspésie, Côte-Nord or the Îles de la Madeleine and looking for cozy and comfortable accommodations? Choose a cottage, chalet or cabin as your home base! Here are some of your options for places to stay while you explore our regions during your next vacation.
In the woods
In Bas-Saint-Laurent, Parc côtier Kiskotuk, in Cacouna, offers 6 cabins with a picnic table and firepit. Some are located at the foot of a mountain; others are along the St Lawrence, with a deck overlooking the water.
You can also stay in one of 4 comfortable chalets in a magnificent setting at Chalets BSL in Saint-Simon-de-Rimouski. Enjoy a private hot tub as well as the many outdoor activities available nearby. You can also access the St. Lawrence directly from this site.
Near Parc national du Bic in Rimouski, Vieux Loup de Mer offers 15 restored wooden chalets that maintain the character, warmth and charm of traditional Québec dwellings. As a bonus, each includes a superb view of the St. Lawrence!
Located inland in Saint-Narcisse-de-Rimouski, the Terfa site offers over 20 cozy cabins that can accommodate 4 to 12 people in the Duchénier Wildlife Reserve. Surrounded by nature, these new units will allow you to fully enjoy the area’s woodlands dotted with lakes. Be sure to also visit the nearby Hell’s Gate Canyon for some great hiking and discoveries!
Slightly east of there, in Saint-Gabriel-de-Rimouski, Domaine Valga offers 3 log cabins that can accommodate up to 11 people. Enjoy a stay at the heart of an old-growth maple grove with access to hiking trails as well as treetop trekking!
In Gaspésie, discover 3 new Scandinavian-style chalets in Saint-René-de-Matane, on the grounds of the Mytik Shack-Sucré sugar bush. Through the large windows of your chalet or from your private hot tub, soak up an enchanting view that’s sure to provide you with a sense of well-being.
In a quiet wooded area behind Auberge La Seigneurie des Monts in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, the Xalibu and Hog’s Back cottages offer you incredible views of the mountains in Parc national de la Gaspésie. Accommodating up to 4 people each, these warm and inviting cottages are ideally located near many of the region’s attractions.
At the tip of the Gaspé Peninsula, Griffon Aventure, in L’Anse-au-Griffon, invites you to unwind in one of 7 rustic cottages, where you can relax and eat along the water. Built mainly with recycled materials, each cottage is unique—one is even a converted fishing boat! A daily shuttle can take you to Forillon National Park and Gaspé, so you can explore the surrounding area.
Overlooking Chaleur Bay in Carleton-sur-Mer, Parc régional du Mont-Saint-Joseph offers 4 cottages. The 3 rustic Aiguille cottages can accommodate up to 4 people each. Perched on the mountainside, all offer amazing views of the nearby barachois. Your other option is the Ermite cottage, which can accommodate up to 6 people. Located at the top of the mountain, it offers you the opportunity to admire unforgettable sunrises!
Harmoniously integrated into a cedar forest in Nouvelle, the small, modern cabins at [ÈST] Éco-cabines offer a minimalist design and everything you’ll need to relax and recharge your batteries. The site also offers thermal spas that are available for private rentals!
In Causapscal, in the Matapédia Valley, Auberge La Coulée Douce offers 5 cottages with all the amenities you need, available year-round. A stay here will give you time to explore a rich natural environment, including the banks of the Matapédia and Causapscal rivers.
In Côte-Nord, you can stay in one of the 13 cottages available at Domaine des Dunes in Tadoussac. Shaded by birch trees, each cottage can comfortably accommodate 2 to 6 people. Enjoy treetop trekking on site or set off to discover what the village has to offer.
Do you dream of a tranquil stay by a lake? That’s exactly what Pourvoirie chez Pelchat in Les Escoumins offers you. Enjoy a comfortable stay in one of this outfitter’s 5 completely renovated country cottages with access to the lake (pedal boats and kayaks available on site). One cottage can accommodate 2 to 4 people, three of them can accommodate 4 to 6 people, while the fifth can accommodate up to 16!
Located on the edge of the Manicouagan Reservoir in the northern part of the region, the Station Uapishka will immerse you in the awe-inspiring beauty of the Uapishka (Groulx) Mountains. Enjoy a stay in one of 4 cabins, each with an Innu name and with all the amenities you’ll need.
Along the water
Enjoy a dream vacation on an island! In Bas-Saint-Laurent, stay on Île aux Lièvres (Hare Island) in one of the 9 seaside cottages offered by Société Duvetnor. Modern and bright, each can accommodate 2 to 6 people. Explore the island’s hiking trails (45 km / 30 mi. in all) and enjoy watching the many seabirds that make their home here.
Would you like to stay in a tiny house? Head to Domaine Floravie in Rimouski, near Parc national du Bic, where you can stay in a tiny house-style eco-friendly chalet by the sea! The 7 wooden 20-foot by 10-foot mobile chalets offer comfort and coziness for up to 4 people each. You can also rent the “Le Pensoir” chalet or the “L’Ancestrale” house, each of which can accommodate up to 6 people.
In Sainte-Luce, enjoy a memorable stay in one of the 30 cabins at Navigateur Ste-Luce. Built on four distinct levels, these cabins offer splendid views of the St. Lawrence. Each can accommodate up to 4 people and is equipped with everything you’ll need for your comfort. Please note that, to help you relax and enjoy your stay to the fullest, there are no televisions in the cabins. After all, you’re only a few steps away from the beach!
In Gaspésie, Panora offers unique and modern seaside pods in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts that include many amenities to ensure you enjoy a peaceful and hassle-free stay: a fully equipped kitchen, large windows overlooking the water (ideal for watching sunsets), a private hot tub and deck, and much more!
A breathtaking view of the sea also awaits you a few kilometres away, at Domaine Tourelle sur Mer. The 3 cottages on site offer a private yard area surrounded by trees and include a bedroom, bathroom, fully equipped kitchen and living room area.
In Petite-Vallée, you’ll be charmed by the 3 chalets at Maison Lebreux, all of which are ideally located by the sea. With two floors and room for up to 4 people each, they’re the perfect home base for exploring this area in Gaspésie. As a bonus, a nearby venue hosts about 40 shows every summer!
Does the idea of staying at the edge of the world appeal to you? Why not enjoy a getaway at Chalets du Bout du Monde (which literally means “cottages at Land’s End”)! Located on the waterfront overlooking the estuary of the Saint-Jean River in Gaspé, each of the 8 cottages on site exhibits the works of a local artist. Kayaks and bikes are also provided at no extra charge.
For a comfortable stay and an opportunity to commune with nature, the Nautika Chalets offer Scandinavian-style accommodations perched at the top of a cliff, with magnificent views of Gaspé Bay. Each chalet can accommodate up to 6 people in complete comfort and will allow you to appreciate the tranquility of this area as well as fabulous sunrises over the Gulf of St. Lawrence. If you’re lucky, you’ll also get to hear the blows of the whales!
Another seaside option can be found at the Camp de Base Gaspésie, which offers 4 cottages and apartment units overlooking the Coin-du-Banc Beach, near Percé. Go for long strolls along the water and take advantage of the convenient location to visit the area’s many nearby attractions.
You’ll find several other great options in Percé. Chalet Perché sur le Rocher is a unique cottage that offers you a front-row seat to admire Percé Rock, the limestone giant that has made this area famous. Accommodating up to 4 people, it includes two bedrooms and modern amenities as well as a surprising living room built on stilts! You can admire an equally breathtaking view from Domaine du Capitaine, which offers 2 units accommodating 4 people each (the Starboard and Port cottages) as well as a tiny house for 2 (the Harbour Master’s cottage) and Capitain Flynn’s House, which includes a large deck overlooking the sea.
Although the Bioparc de la Gaspésie in Bonaventure is primarily known as a wildlife park (home to about 40 animal species indigenous to the region in environments that resemble their natural habitats), this site also offers 9 cottages on a beach on Chaleur Bay. With views of the sea, lots of bright space and plenty of comfort, the Bioparc cottages are relaxing places to stay.
In the Îles de la Madeleine, you’ll be charmed by the 12 colourful and cozy cottages at Domaine des Vacanciers in Havre-aux-Maisons. These fully equipped units are also ideally located just a stone’s throw from the Dune du Sud Beach.
At the southern end of the archipelago, in Bassin, you’ll find the Navigateur Millerand cottages. Nestled in the hollow of a cove, these beachfront units accommodating 4 to 6 people are cozy havens of peace and tranquility. Can’t you already smell the salty sea air?
At a resort
Near Tadoussac, in Côte-Nord, the Ferme 5 Étoiles holiday resort offers cottages in two distinct locations. You can soak up the beauty of the Saguenay Fjord by opting for a cottage with a view of this majestic waterway, or, if you’re an animal lover, you may prefer to stay in one of the cottages directly on site, so you can easily admire the farm’s wild animals (moose, wolves, bison, deer and more). A wide variety of outdoor activities are also offered on site.
In a national parks
Are you familiar with the EXP cabins offered in Sépaq parks, which are said to provide an unforgettable lodging EXPerience? In our regions, these cabins are available in Parc national du Bic in Bas-Saint-Laurent. Their unique design features large windows, which will give you the impression that you’re sleeping outdoors!
In Parc national de la Gaspésie, you can choose from 31 cabins in various sectors of the park. Those near the Gîte du Mont-Albert hotel will charm you with their picturesque coziness, while those along the Sainte-Anne River or Lake Cascapédia will appeal if you enjoy being near water. Whichever cabin you choose, you’ll have access to an immense natural playground in this park!
At the gateway to Côte-Nord, Parc national du Fjord-du-Saguenay offers 5 charming cabins in the Baie-Éternité sector, all of which are fully equipped and accessible by car. Whether you’re travelling as a family or with friends, you’ll enjoy discovering the park’s stunning landscapes via the many hiking trails.
Are you planning a trip to Parc national d’Anticosti? The cabins in this park are located by the sea or a river and include all the amenities you’ll need for a comfortable stay. Don’t be surprised if you encounter white-tailed deer on Anticosti: 115,000 of them live on this island!
In a wildlife reserve
Nature lovers will be delighted by a stay in the Matane, Port-Cartier–Sept-Îles, Port-Daniel, Rimouski or Chic-Chocs wildlife reserve. All offer fully equipped cabins surrounded by stunning scenery featuring mountains, lakes and forests. In addition, you can enjoy many outdoor activities in these reserves, including biking, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, wildlife observation and more.
Are you feeling a bit overwhelmed by all these options? Keep in mind that wherever you stay you’re bound to enjoy an unforgettable experience surrounded by exceptional scenery!
(1) comment
Allan
The place looks very relaxing and overwhelming just seeing the pictures. I can't wait to have a time and a Chance to visit it. Very inviting.☺