 | Sleeps 16 |
 | 6 Bedrooms |
 | 3 Bathrooms |
 | Pets
not allowed |
 | Smoking
not allowed |
 | Fireplace |
 | Internet |
 | Hot Tub |
 | Waterfront |
 | Ski <25km |
The St-Mauritz is a sublime cottage, whose name says everything about it: quality, comfort and luxury by the breath-taking St-Maurice River.
This awe-inspiring cottage, air-conditionned, is assured to host marvelous memories for you, your family or your friends. Its 62 000 square feet land offers 180 feet directly on the river.
Let the kitchen charm you with it's large open space and its comfort. This section features large windows to never lose sight of the beautiful view, one huge counter in granite, and of course a roomy pantry with its own refrigerator.
The mezzanine offers you an original dormitory, with three cozy beds, as well as a direct access to a large balcony. This one balcony is merely one of many, with three whole balconies that offers a large lodging area for you and your guests, with every one of them offering a view on the river, to relax and take in the sight.
The ground floor will charm you just as well, with spacious rooms and the all-important view on the river. There, you can find a pool table, a poker table, a flat screen, three bedrooms as well as a bathroom.
This slice of paradise can be found in the small community of Grandes-Piles, within stone throw of St-Tite and its renowned western festival. The neighbouring city of Shawinigan features every services you could need (grocery, pharmacy, medical center, hardware, etc) all within a 15 minutes' drive.
The St-Mauritz is located at roughly two hours from Montreal, and one and a half hour from Quebec City.
A private dock gives you direct access to the river where you can benefit from our pedalo and kayak. The area is rich with opportunities to get out and enjoy the beautiful wilderness of the region. Every seasons offers you different activities to enjoy: nautical sports based around the private dock, swimming, hiking, ATV, snowmobiles, hunting, fishing, ski, golf, skating, etc.
Nature-lovers will be thrilled by the proximity of the Mauricie's very own National Parc, within only 23 kilometers from the cottage.
Consult the activity section to know more about all the possibilities.
Parking includes 2 indoor garages.
Our SPA is now available.
A most tempting prospect: a wonderful region is open for discovery, with a dreamy cottage to welcome you back from a fulfilling day exploring all the opportunities of the region.
Things to do
Winter
Vallée du Parc: The cottage is 20 kilometers away from the Vallée du Parc ski station, which features 20 slopes, three tubing slopes, one alpine sled slope and two snowshoe tracks.
Mauricie's wonderful National Park
Located 23 kilometers away from the cottage, the park offers the following activities during winter:
Cross-country skiing: Grab your skis and discover a whole 80 kilometers of protected natural environment. The park features a marked and traced network to practice cross-country skiing, whether your classical or freestyle. Every 5 kilometers, you can find a heated rest area.
Snowshoes tracks: The national park offers you eight marked tracks to hike with snowshoes on. Whether you're a beginner, amateur or expert, you are certain to find a track to your liking in the midst of nature.
Bicycles with oversized wheels, or « fat bike »: The park is a must-see area for any amateurs of fat bikes. Ride through the suggested paths in a dreamy winter wonderland with a rented fat bike. Exceptionally, this activity is free in celebration of the 150th anniversary of the Canadian confederation. Want to give it a shot? Rent your equipment in the Café-Vélo Halt of the Rivière-de-la-Pêche service pavilion.
Snowtracing: Expert snowshoers, face the Snowtracing challenge by drawing a transient work of art on a frozen lake.
The Parc-Nordique's Challenges: From the 15th to the 18th of February 2017. Organized by Cyclo-Mauricie, the Parc-Nordique's Challenges of the Mauricie National Park are friendly competitions where cross-country skiing and snowshoes are in the spotlight.
Lost Forest's Domains: Merely 30 minutes away from the St-Mauritz, you can reach a beautiful pine-tree forest with skating tracks that are open day and night. An absolute must-do activity when in the vicinity.
Snowmobiles: The Mauricie region is renowned for its countless marked paths for snowmobiles. The St-Mauritz is at the center of this large network of marked paths, with a direct access to the marked road directly on the St-Maurice River. It is possible to rent snowmobiles, delivered to the cottage itself, from Maximum Locations.
Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade: Forty-five minutes away from the St-Mauritz, go ice fishing at Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade, with ice shacks and poulamon fishing.
FESTI-VOLANT from January 26th to 28th 2018: Soaring above the Saint-Maurice, majestic kites, liven this year again, the sky over Grandes Piles. Family-friendly winter activities in an enchanting outdoors setting. The frozen river becomes the perfect playground for winter activities.
HIKING IN ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PANORAMAS OF THE MAURICIE: THE SECTION PÈRE JACQUES-BUTEUX OF THE NATIONAL TRAIL AT GRANDES PILES
Summer
Nautical sports: With a direct access to the St-Maurice River, you will have access to one of the most beautiful rivers in Quebec. The river can be navigate on almost 100km and is a real playground for nautical ski, sailing, jetskis, canoe, kayak, paddleboard, fishing, etc.
Furthermore, you will have access to beautiful beaches minutes away from the St-Mauritz, or you can go for a swim in front of the cottage, by our private dock.
You can rent all sorts of boats at Maximum Locations.
The Mauricie National Park
Mountain biking: You are looking for intense feelings or a simple ride in the forest? Go to the Rivière à la Pêche area to escape on the Park's mountain bike trails. A 55 km network with rest stops awaits you in the heart of the forest. Anxious to try it? Rent a bike at the Service Centre.
Road cycle: For a run through the wilderness or for high-level training, the Parkway awaits you. On your journey, you'll be dazzled by the many viewing sites and striking panoramas of the landscape. This winding road, punctuated by ascents and descents, is 63 km in length.
You will also be able to participate in the challenge of the Parc de la Mauricie de Shawinigan at the end of September.
Hiking: Whether you choose a walk of less than an hour or a full day's hike, you'll be captivated by the beauty of the Laurentian landscape.
Picnicking and Swimming: Enjoy a picnic or a splash in the water with friends or family in unique, exceptional locations.
A great show ? DRAGAO: Cité de l'énergie presents this brand-new show in a revolving outdoor amphitheater, heated and canopied, where the whole family will be flabbergasted. Come live the adventure from July 4th to August 19th, 2017 (Tuesday to Saturday) at nightfall, rain or shine.
The Cité de l'Énergie: A mere 20 km away from the St-Mauritz, the Cité de l'Énergie has much to offer. A complete visit includes the sciences center, the historic sector INCLUDING the exposition Museum of the Prime Minister Jean Chrétien, the Canada in the world. You will be able to have a guided tour of the city of Shawinigan, take a cruise on the St-Maurice and climb the unique observatory.
Golf: It is possible to go for a round of Golf on courses nearby the St-Mauritz : Golf de Grand-Mère, Golf de Ste-Flore, Golf le Mémorial, Golf St-Rémi.
Mauricie International Canoe Classic: You will be able to cheer the racer, well seated on our private dock, as the track passes directly in front of the St-Mauritz
Le Festival Western de St-Tite: The St-Mauritz is only a few minutes away from St-Tite and its festival that happens in September
Grand Prix of Trois-Rivières: At only 30 minutes of Trois-Rivières, the St-Mauritz is well placed to receive supporters of race car.
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