77km from Lac-Simon · 1 site · Lodging · Mont Laurier, QCA hidden country gem on the river! 2 hrs from downtown Ottawa, you'll find our beloved little off grid style cabin sandwiched between a pine forest and a clean healthy river on 6 acres of beautiful diverse natural land.
We have the best (one of the only) swimming spots along the river, like a natural pool, with old time swimming hole vibes, sandy beach and views of the forest hill in the distance and charming railway tie bridge. There are several kayaks available for guest use.
The swimming and cabin area face south with all day full sun on clear days for the sunbathers. For the shade lovers, the property has a beautiful shady pine forest with an outdoor shaded screened in kitchen and tent platform for extra guests. You'll find a few hammocks in various areas of the property as well as a renovated skoolie with large deck for extra sleeping quarters and camp style fun. In total there are 3 fire pits on the property so you'll have your pick of your favourite spot and view at different times of the day when fire bans allow.
There are deer, rabbits, foxes, porcupines, birds of all kinds and sizes, butterflies, squirrels, and you may even see a lonely beaver quietly swim by after dusk and hear the howling of wolves in the distant hills while you're roasting your marshmallows on the campfire.
If you love camping, but need a break from packing all the gear, our cabin will be a welcome change of pace. You'll have a soft queen sized bed, games, puzzles, books, futon & sofabed, and simple kitchen set up, with propane powered camp stove all while still being immersed in nature with lots of privacy. If you're new to camp style vacationing, but want to try something similar, you won't have to go without the comfort of a real bed, and you'll have the safety and coziness of the cabin when it rains. In the winter the wood stove keeps the cabin toasty.
Besides our own 6acres, there are many gorgeous trails within a 30min drive from the cabin that make for great day trips and showcase the natural beauty of the area. If you enjoy taking drives in the country, you'll come across many scenic tiny villages, farms, casse-croutes/chip trucks, lakes, hiking trails, rapids and covered bridges. It's a magical place to explore, with our river cabin as the perfect home base.
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