Reconnect with your loved one at the heart of an enchanting landscape! The Laurentians are the ideal location for a lovers’ getaway. There’s also an incredible and vast selection of couple’s activities. Summer is the perfect time to enjoy a bucolic date at one of the region’s vineyards. Whether you prefer a couple’s picnic or a romantic gourmet dinner, the Laurentians have a wealth of dreamy locations where you can share a great meal for two. Late sunsets in summer offer lots of opportunities for a romantic stroll. Walk hand in hand through an idyllic lavender field as the sun goes down or cuddle up on the deck of a boat to admire the view. The region’s magnificent scenery is sure to bring you closer.
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Taking alone time is a luxury that’s all too overlooked in modern life. But it’s the very best way to put yourself first. Make wellbeing a priority with a relaxing getaway in the calming Laurentian scenery; it’s the perfect place to recharge. The region has everything you need to create moments of utter serenity. With its majestic landscapes filled with forests and mountains, endless lakes and rushing rivers, you’re sure to let go of all your worries. In a Nordic spa, relaxing settings abound all across the region.
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In a fabulous setting, the Laurentians region is recognized as a prime four-season resort destination. Renowned for its variety of accommodations, the Laurentian region offers incomparable value. Here’s what’s new in the region’s lodging options:
Posted In Gastronomy, Resorts, Romance, What to do
An oasis of happiness, between Mont-Tremblant and Saint-Sauveur
To mark my birthday during a getaway together, my friends had the brilliant idea to book the “girls’ day out” package at the Hôtel Spa Watel in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts. While it’s true that the wide range of body care treatments offered there – including massage therapy, heated pools, dry and steam saunas and hot tubs – were definitely a factor the next time I was deciding where to stay in the Laurentians, that was not the only one.
As lovers of great food, the outdoors and cultural activities, we were thrilled with this four-star hotel on the mountainside and its breathtaking panoramic view. With its 31 beautifully decorated rooms and suites offering spectacular views of the lake, friendly service, quality facilities and dream location, what more could we ask for!
Between the Swedish massage, the facial and relaxation time lounging on one of the seven patios with spas and fireplaces, we took advantage of the nearby cycling trail. After our ride, we settled down on the beach right in front of our hotel. Besides swimming, I tried out sailing on the majestic Lac des Sables, while some of us chose other, non-motorized water activities.
After a very full day, we went back to the comfort of our rooms to enjoy the bottles of champagne included in our packages, while preparing for the evening. Relaxed and refreshed, we couldn’t resist the call of the fondue – a classic on the menu at Uno restaurant – which helped us hold onto that feeling of relaxation we’d enjoyed since our arrival. After that, we headed over to the Le Patriote theatre, within walking distance of the hotel, where a highly entertaining comedy show awaited us.
I will never forget this special time celebrating my birthday with my friends in this charming hotel, which has won several awards, for the quality of service and facilities, and for its environmental responsibility. A real gem that you will enjoy discovering any time of the year, for any occasion!
Guylaine Forest
Tourisme Laurentides
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The first time, they come for the price; after that, it’s for everything else
With its Roman looks, its idyllic location and highly competitive prices, the Auberge de La Tour du Lac was the perfect place for the two of us to escape to celebrate our anniversary. But little did we know what the owners, Mario and Nathalie, had in store for us. We could see how delighted they were to welcome us into their inn with its old-fashioned charm. Aficionados of small tourist establishments and good food themselves, they bought this old bed and breakfast in 2003 and turned it into a real success!
Everything about the place encourages relaxation and romance, from the magnificent, restful site to the comfortable, country-style rooms with hot tubs, fireplaces and every amenity one could wish for, including the continental breakfast delivered in a basket to our room. Not to mention the spas, the sauna, the outdoor fireplace, and the excellent six-course set menu dinner we enjoyed at the Auberge. Possibly the best flank steak I’ve ever tasted! Refined dishes prepared from local ingredients, served by smiling, attentive staff, in an absolutely charming vintage interior. The countless treasures from the past preserved in this old-time beauty were a true feast for the eyes, from the dining room to our room overlooking the majestic Lac des Sables.
It’s hard to know where to begin when describing the warm, attentive service we received from Mario, who seems to take care of everything down to the last detail! It may have been the famous 50% discount offered year-round from Sunday to Thursday that first caught our attention, but we will be coming back for everything else. Because nothing can match the excellent value offered by the Auberge La Tour du Lac – except the warm antique decor, the restful ambiance, the amazing food, and the warm welcome given to us by our hosts, who treated us like family members!
Guylaine Forest
Tourisme Laurentides
