With stunning views of Quebec’s Lake Massawippi, Manoir Hovey is an ideal year-round retreat, especially when framed by autumn foliage. Modeled after George Washington’s Mount Vernon, the Relais & Châteaux property sits less than an hour and a half from Montreal and spans more than 20 acres of woodland, English gardens and lakefront. Winner of Les Grands Prix du Tourisme Québécois 2014, the estate offers 37 individually decorated guestrooms and suites, most with panoramic water views.
Guest rooms are equipped with Nespresso machines, large flat-screen televisions, plush Frette towels and L’Occitane toiletries. Room configurations vary and include private balconies, cozy fireplaces and therapeutic soaking tubs, providing options for romantic getaways, family stays or solo retreats.
The resort’s spa recently partnered with Éminence Organic Skin Care to offer organic, handcrafted products in tailored facials and body treatments. The serene treatment rooms and natural product focus create a restorative experience that complements the property’s peaceful lakeside setting.
Dining at Manoir Hovey highlights modern Quebec cuisine with a focus on local ingredients. Le Hatley restaurant overlooks the lake and showcases menus crafted by chefs Roland Ménard and Francis Wolf, with an emphasis on regional cheeses and a curated wine list featuring roughly 700 labels. For a more casual atmosphere, the Tap Room Pub offers an intimate space filled with antiques, exposed beams and a large brick fireplace, perfect for warming up on snowy Canadian evenings.
Situated amid mature gardens and direct shoreline access, Manoir Hovey provides outdoor activities in every season, from serene lakeside walks and gardening views in warmer months to cozy indoor comforts in winter. Whether seeking relaxation, culinary discovery or a scenic escape close to Montreal, the property combines historic charm with contemporary amenities for a memorable stay.