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Cottage « A window on the lake »

A window on the lake: the very essence of the cottage. A warm, simple wood dwelling open to nature and a peaceful lake.

Source : YH2 • Photos : Francis Pelletier The house stands on the site of an old family cottage, just steps away from the shores of Lac Plaisant in the Mauricie region. Thanks to its simplicity, restraint and refinement, the project embodies the architect's attempt to capture the essence of cottage...

8 attentions for your tenants for the best cottage rental

The small attentions, as innocuous as they are, sometimes make tenants decide in favour of one cottage rather than another. Notably, a list of your favourite places to eat in the area, a good coffee maker or quality bath towels promise a more comfortable stay. On a larger scale, spending on good quality outdoor equipment is proving to be a particularly winning strategy. Some owners see it as an opportunity to monetize the rental of...

Laurentian Ski Chalet

This modern ski chalet was designed as a weekend retreat for a family with school age children. Sited on the steep slope of a former ski hill, Mont-Jasper, near the village of Saint-Donat. At an elevation of 2,435 feet above sea level, the site is among the highest residential building lots in the Laurentians and Lanaudière regions. From this elevation, surrounded by a dense forest of spruce, maple, beech and birch trees, the...

The Best Cross-country Ski Centres in Québec

Québec has no shortage of snow-covered landscapes, which means we can count on a long cross-country skiing season. As a matter of fact, it's the longest in Eastern Canada. Each of Québec's region proposes its own wintry charms through about one hundred planned ski trails for all levels of skiers. Whether it's for a quiet hike or more of an intense sports outing, cross-country skiing is the ideal family activity. Red cheeks and...

Everything You Need to Know to Rent Your Cottage Online

Renting a cottage property to make extra income, as a long term investment or even going into the cottage rental business can be a viable financial situation and even a lot of fun, as long as one does not sink all their time and money into it. That's why a simple, sustainable marketing strategy is best planned ahead of time.

Content marketing is all the rage right now in ad agencies and the...

6 orchards in the Québec City area worth discovering

6 orchards to discover near Québec City (île d’Orléans, Saint-Anne-De-Beaupré and Chaudière-Appalaches). Everything you need to know about the region’s best spots for self-picking, hiking, guided tours, and product tastings such as ciders, vinegars and jams.

Bel Air Tremblant Innovates With its Mixed and Modern Community

Bel Air Tremblant Resort & Residences, a residential and leisure project of 543 acres, offers the population the possibility to enjoy Mont-Tremblant's natural surroundings. "What we want is to preserve and respect the environment while benefiting from its healthy activities," claim the project's initiators. As you will have guessed, the proximity to one of the most popular mountains in eastern North America attracts outdoor enthusiasts. Also, beyond this significant advantage is...

Solar panels at the cottage

With solar panels, you can do your part for the environment and save money in the medium- and long-term. Learn more about this renewable energy source and find answers to common questions.

Renting Your Cottage: 5 Must-haves for Your Pictures

According to real estate specialists, 95% of people who look up online rental listings spend approximately 20 seconds on the first picture. If it succeeds in attracting enough attention, tenants will continue their research by focusing on the price and descriptive texts. When it comes to renting a cottage, the same data applies. Indeed, holidaymakers looking for a place to have relaxing and fun vacations want to be charmed at first glance;...

Mini-Cottage: Pros and Cons

Mini-cottages make heads turn with their sleek look and attract buyers looking for affordable properties. We take a look at this new type of housing.

Cottage rentals

Luxe 2-6 Pers / Luxury for 2-6 Peo

Cottage: Luxe 2-6 Pers / Luxury for 2-6 Peo

Ste-Agathe-des-Monts, Laurentians Ste-Agathe-des-Monts Laurentians CA
5 / 5
$204
/ 1 night
La Belle Outremer

Cottage: La Belle Outremer

St-Irénée, Charlevoix St-Irénée Charlevoix CA
$280
/ 1 night
$280
/ 1 nights
Mira - 131

Cottage: Mira - 131

St-Férréol-les-Neiges, Quebec Region St-Férréol-les-Neiges Quebec Region CA
Les Chalets Enchantés Spa Privé

Cottage: Les Chalets Enchantés Spa Privé

St-Boniface, Mauricie St-Boniface Mauricie CA
$1172
/ 7 nights
$222
/ 1 night