Hestia is a turnkey, high-end boutique retreat offering wellness rituals, where every detail tells a story and the experience goes beyond a simple stay to become an immersion in an intentional, slow-paced way of life.
Hidden in the middle of the Lanaudois forest, Hestia offers an experience inspired by Japanese wisdom.
Without neighbors and accessible by a private road, our two-story chalet combines privacy, comfort and attention to every detail.
The space
Inspired by Japan • No neighbours • Private path
Hestia is an intimate boutique chalet, nestled in the heart of the Lanaudière forest, with no neighbours, where a private spa and sauna extend the experience in the middle of nature.
A place designed to slow down and reconnect, in an atmosphere inspired by Japanese wabi-sabi
THE HESTIA SIGNATURE
Welcome gifts & amenities included
Each stay includes a curated selection of local products, wellness rituals and small upscale touches.
We collaborate with Palo by Aimée & Mia, a Quebec brand inspired by Japanese wellness rituals.
This collaboration is part of a selection of carefully chosen partners, who enrich and deepen the experience we want to offer.
In addition to everything else, we include with each booking:
• Wellness products inspired by Japanese rituals;
• Exclusive fragrances and sensory essentials;
• Gift basket varying according to the season and including a selection of local delicacies and a bottle of wine selected by our sommelier;
• Surprises designed to make you feel welcome and pampered;
INCLUSIONS:
Hestia was designed as an all-inclusive place where you only have to bring your toothbrush, your clothes and the ingredients you want to cook. We tried to think of everything else!
KITCHEN
• Fully equipped kitchen with large island including everything you need to cook. Everything has been thought out so that you only have to bring the food you want to cook, including:
- Crockery and utensils
- Dishes and plates of all kinds (kitchen, cooking and storage)
- All the kitchen accessories and small appliances we could think of: magic bullet, hand mixer, popcorn machine (popcorn included), raclette, electric fondue, chocolate fondue, toaster, kettle, etc.
- Aluminum foil, cellophane, parchment, zip-locks
- All dry ingredients for cooking including: more than 40 spices, flours, sugars, oils and vinegars, baking powder, semolina, baking powder, etc.
- High-end espresso machine: coffee, tea and matcha included
- French Press Fellow: ground coffee included
SALONS
• Ground floor: Living room with wood-burning fireplace (firelighters and ecological logs included between September and May) and television
• Garden level: Home theater-style living room with sofa bed
BEDROOMS
• 3 closed bedrooms with queen beds (premium bedding)
• 2 teleworking offices
BATHROOMS
• 2 full bathrooms (ground floor: bath and showers - basement: shower)
• Towels and washcloths
• Palo body products (shampoo, conditioner and shower gel)
• Spa ritual: steam lozenge and eucalyptus shower mist
CHILDREN
• Complete equipment for babies and young children: bed/pen, high chair, booster seat, adapted dishes, safety barrier, games and more
ANIMALS
We thought of your pets: MATT Collective bed, Monai bowls, toys and treats
OUTDOOR & RELAXATION
• Private hot tub (towels provided)
• Sauna with panoramic forest view
• Gozney Arc pizza oven (year-round)
• Large terrace (covered section with dining table + open section with sectional sofa)
• BBQ
• Outdoor furniture
• 2 fire spaces (wood included)
• Private parking
• FLO X6 50A charging station
THE RIVER NEARBY
Just a few minutes from the chalet, there is a small, peaceful beach on the L’Assomption River.
Swim, paddle, fish… or just slow down.
10-min walk • 2-min drive
HESTIA SIGNATURE RITUALS (INCLUDED)
• Matcha ceremony
• Palo Santo & Hinoki incense
• Local teas and herbal teas
• Essential oil diffusion
• Soothing spa ritual
PARTNERSHIP & INDIGENOUS PLANTS
Hestia is proud to collaborate with the Yvon Auclair and Sons nursery for the integration of carefully selected native plants.
This local partnership makes it possible to create living, sustainable and environmentally friendly facilities, in harmony with the forest that surrounds the chalet.
CLEANING
• Full laundry room: washer, dryer including PURE detergent and softener
• Everything you need to clean: paper towels, dishcloths, Dyson vacuum cleaner, broom, swiffer, garbage bags, dishwasher washers, etc.
• Biodegradable cleaning products SOYA & CO: dish soap and spray
THE SPIRIT OF HESTIA
Hestia is a quiet and respectful retreat.
It's not a party cottage, but a space to slow down and reconnect.
We welcome guests who take care of the place as if it were their own refuge.
Guest access
Access is by smart lock: a code will be sent to you 48 hours before your arrival.
Access to the Assomption river is on rang St-Vincent, about 10 minutes walk or 2 minutes drive from Chalet Hestia.
You will discover a small peaceful beach, perfect for a relaxing break or to enjoy your water activities — paddleboarding, swimming, fishing.
Please note that this access is shared with other landlords.
Other things to note
To facilitate your stay, we provide you with the Hestia guide (paper and digital version) containing all the useful information at your fingertips.
TO FIND YOUR WAY:
Hestia, much more than a chalet — a base from which to explore a rich and dynamic region.
Around Hestia, discover a multitude of activities, local shops and local experiences.
ATTRACTIONS & THINGS TO DO NEARBY
Ski resorts:
• Ski La Réserve (Saint-Donat): 20 min
• Val Saint-Côme Ski Resort: 20 min
• Ski Garceau (Saint‑Donat): 25 min
• Montagne Coupée Skiing: 25 min
• Ski Montcalm (Rawdon): 25 min
• Cross-country skiing at Super Glissades (Saint-Jean-de-Matha): 25 min
Hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing:
• Havre Familial – Outdoor Center: 5 min (15 km of snowshoeing trails • 13 km of cross-country skiing) - On-site equipment rental (snowshoes and cross-country skiing)
• Cross-country skiing at Super Glissades (Saint-Jean-de-Matha): 25 min
• Chute-à-Bull Regional Park: 12 min
• Chutes Monte-à-Peine and Dalles Regional Park: 15 min (more than 21 km of trails)
• Matawinie trails: 18 min
• National Trail – Matawinie sector: 20 min
Winter activities
• Plein Air Lanaudia: 20 min – Winter activities in nature.
• Kinadapt: 20 min – Huskies & guided tours.
• Lac Croche: 30 min – Ice fishing.
• Domaine Bazinet: 35 min – Heated cabins & ice fishing.
• Skating & hockey: 15 min – Indoor skating rink with family.
• Super Glissades: 20 min – 30 tracks + lift.
• Arbraska: 25 min – Winter ziplines.
• Géro Snowmobiles: 20 min – Rental & trails.
Other activities and amenities:
• Sainte-Béatrix Golf Club: 5 min
• Convenience stores, grocery stores, liquor stores and restaurants: < 8 min
• Velocross circuit/skate park (Sainte-Béatrix): 5-8 min
• Chute-à-Bull Regional Park: 12 min
• Sainte-Béatrix municipal beach: 12 min
• Lanaudière/Matawinie marked cycling routes: 18-25 min
• Local market/gourmet discoveries (Sainte-Béatrix): 20 min
The chalet is located:
• 1 hour 15 minutes from Montreal
• 3 hours from Ottawa
• 1 hour 20 minutes from Trois-Rivières
• 2h40 from Quebec City
Registration details
Quebec – Registration number
296454, expires: 2026-07-22
