Work as we know it has changed significantly in the last few years: remote work is becoming a more and more common practice. This flexibility gives workers the opportunity to choose work environments that are both inspiring and relaxing. Would you like to take a break from your day-to-day home life and enjoy the benefits of nature this fall? Head for La Jacques-Cartier!
Here are 5 locations in the region where you can remote work with a reliable Wi-Fi connection while admiring breathtaking natural landscapes. Also, here are a few suggestions for activities nearby to make the most of your day after work!
1. Station Duchesnay
Station Duchesnay is the perfect place to work and enjoy nature at the same time. Nestled between 89 km2 of dense forest and Lac Saint-Joseph, this year-round resort offers an enchanting setting and a range of activities to suit everyone’s tastes.
You can choose to work and sleep in a cozy room at the inn or in one of the splendid cabins. Both options offer large windows to take full advantage of the scenery and provide ample comfort and proximity to all the site’s attractions.
What to do after remote working
After your remote work, you’ll be spoiled for choice when it comes to relaxation and entertainment. Try Arbraska, an exciting aerial course where you’ll move from tree to tree on zip lines, suspension bridges, and other obstacles. The resort also boasts a network of trails for hiking, running, geocaching, or going for a spin on electric bikes, which you can rent on site. In the fall, you can still enjoy water activities such as kayaking, canoeing, and pedal boating.
2. Entourage sur-le-Lac Resort
What’s better than working with a panoramic view of the majestic Lac Beauport or the Laurentian Mountains? You can do just that by staying at the splendid Entourage sur-le-Lac Resort.
All 166 rooms have private balconies and modern decor inspired by elements of water and nature. What’s more, they’re all equipped with a fridge, microwave, work desk, and Nespresso machine.
What to do after remote working
Whether you’re in the mood to get moving or relax, there are plenty of activities available on site and nearby.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy cycling, morning runs, fat biking, the fitness room, or swimming laps in the heated three-season outdoor pool. For a more relaxing experience, you can treat yourself to happy hour at the self-service wine bar, have fun with a game of pool, unwind in the year-round Jacuzzi, or visit the nearby Sibéria Spa.
3. Manoir du Lac Delage
Nestled on the shores of Lac Delage, Manoir du Lac Delage is another ideal resort for remote workers. With 89 rooms and 8 suites, all bathed in natural light and offering breathtaking views of the lake or wooded mountains, you’ll be able to work in a soothing environment far from the stresses of everyday life.
What to do after remote working
There’s no shortage of activities available at the Manoir. Once you’ve finished your day’s work, you can rent a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard. If you prefer, you can take a dip in the outdoor pool with a unique view of Lac Delage or play a round of mini-golf.
The Manoir is also renowned for its wellness facilities. It’s the perfect opportunity to indulge in a treatment at the Manoir’s Spa or wash your cares away in the outdoor baths. A few steps away, Empire 47 offers mountain biking and hiking and Marais du Nord offers a unique opportunity to observe nature.
4. Auberge des Korrigans
In Stoneham, the perfect place to drop off your suitcases (and your computer!) is the charming Auberge des Korrigans. You’ll fall in love with this enchanting, intimate lodge set in a century-old house.
If you’d like a space to work without feeling isolated, set yourself up at the pleasant Les Gamines restaurant on the first floor. There, you can work in comfort while enjoying a good cup of coffee, sampling their famous waffles, and relaxing by the fire.
What to do after remote working
The Auberge des Korrigans is ideally placed to make the most of the multitude of activities nearby, including rafting, horseback riding, golf, and much more. Hiking enthusiasts will also be well served by the many trails in the area, including those at Mont Wright, Stoneham Mountain Resort, and Jacques-Cartier National Park.
5. Nöge Accommodation
The idyllic landscapes of Sainte-Brigitte-de-Laval are another ideal option for trading in the four walls of your office. Offering a number of equally charming cabins, Nöge Accommodation promises complete immersion in nature in a Scandinavian-inspired environment. Tranquility and relaxation guaranteed! What’s more, you’ll be able to work while enjoying pleasant amenities such as underfloor heating.
What to do after remote working
The cabins and the location are so enchanting that you probably won’t want to leave. You can relax in your own private hot tub or explore the lake using the kayaks and paddleboards provided for visitors. If you need to get moving, the electric vehicules (VTT) of Centre récréotouristique des Hautes Terres will satisfy your thirst for avdenture.
So, which of these will be your next office?
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By Marilyn Préfontaine
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