Where to Stay: Fairmont Montebello
Looking for somewhere to escape this winter? Head to Fairmont Montebello. It’s just an hour away from Ottawa, making it a perfect weekend getaway destination. You’ll fall in love with this cozy and charming hotel. You’ll be able to disconnect and enjoy the time away. Here’s some reason why it’s a great place for a weekend escape:
Everything You For The Perfect Getaway In One Spot
I love that Fairmont Montebello has everything you need on the grounds. You can stay for the whole the weekend without leaving once. It’s a great spot to disconnect and enjoy their many seasonal activities. You could easily stay on the grounds the whole weekend and be completely content with everything there is to do and see.
You’re Staying in the World’s Largest Log Cabin
Fairmont Montebello has such a unique charm to it. You’ll know exactly what I mean as soon as you walk through the doors. The interior is so charming since you’re in a rustic log cabin. Walk around the hotel and you’ll learn some of its history and some famous people who have also enjoyed visits there.
Enjoy Delicious Food
Enjoy meals at Aux Chantignoles. Their talented chefs will whip up a delicious meal using fresh and seasonal ingredients. You can also order a bottle of wine from their exclusive cellar to go with your meal. You’ll love the atmosphere of this grand dining room in the log cabin.
Enjoy Winter Activities
Snowshoeing, curling, tubing, dog sledding, ice fishing, snowmobiling and more. I got to try dog sledding for the first time while I was there and had a blast. The dogs are all so cute and couldn’t wait to go on their next run. What an amazing experiencing to be pulled on a dogsled through the trees as the snow came down. It was a magical moment. (side note: the dogs are treated extremely well. They have over 52 dogs that they rotate so that they don’t get tired. The dogs were also very eager to get out on their next run).
Relax and unwind
After a day of activities, warm up at the grand fire in the main room. Curl up by the couches and read, play a game or enjoy a drink. They also have a spa on location that overlooks the marina, river, and forest. Enjoy spa treatments while taking in the natural beauty of Montebello.
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Things To Do In Montebello
Chocomotive
Head to the old train station to visit Chocomotive and satisfy your sweet tooth. Here you’ll find an assortment of organic and fair-trade chocolates made with local and native products.
Fromagerie Montebello
Pick up some cheese from Fromagerie Montebello. All the cheeses are named after historic events that acknowledge the history of the area.
Manoir Papineau
This National Historic site was the grand estate of Louis-Joseph Papineau, the man who was to become a leading figure in Canadian politics. Take a guided tour through Manoir Papineau and get a look into the life of this elite French-Canadian family.
Plaisance Falls
These falls are the most impressive in the territory and are a 63 m drop. Plaisance Falls. Walk on the path from the top to the bottom of the fall’s and take in the beauty of the landscape.
Parc Omega
Head to Parc Omega on your way back to see and interact with Canadian wildlife. You can drive through the park and see everything from bears, arctic foxes, wolves, deer, moose, bison and more! As soon as you enter the park you’ll be greeted by some friendly deer. Make sure to have some carrots and apples ready for your new furry friends.
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I think trying curling at the Fairmont Montebello would be a blast and that fireplace is amazing! Who wouldn’t want to chillax in front of that?!