Les Grand'Pares – Ô Lac des Îles

Perched at the highest point of Lac des Îles, in the Hautes-Laurentides, this eco-retreat features large windows that open the living room onto the lake. Mont-Tremblant is 1 hour away, Ottawa-Gatineau 1 hour 30 minutes, and Montreal 2 hours 30 minutes. It is accessible year-round. Outside, the large equipped deck features a private hot tub, and the screened patio lets you dine sheltered from insects. A outdoor fire pit extends the evenings. The chalet is part of a 160-acre wooded property where each accommodation stands apart from the others, surrounded by trees, with its own access to the lake and dock. In summer, you have 4 kayaks, 3 paddleboards, a 2-person canoe and life jackets, and you can also go fishing. In winter, snowshoeing can be enjoyed directly on the property. Inside, across 430 sq ft, the wood-burning stove warms the living room corner. The kitchen is fully equipped, and the contemporary bathroom with shower also overlooks the lake. You sleep in two mezzanines, each with a queen-size bed. Linens and towels are provided. On the practical side, high-speed fibre internet is installed, as is a television (Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube) and a Bluetooth speaker. A charging station accommodates electric vehicles. In the area, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling are popular. Animals are not allowed, and firearms, including for hunting, are prohibited on the property.