Our forest lodgings
Our lodgings are designed to offer a perfect balance between comfort and a connection to nature, achieved through a minimalist approach to amenities. Our tiny house, mini-chalets, and yurts are ideal for a nature retreat . Whether you wish to participate in activities or not, you will find tranquility day and night at Aux Cinq Sens, for a soothing and deeply restorative stay.
You'll find a variety of unique lodgings options, each offering increasing levels of comfort to suit your needs. First, there are our yurts, which are beautiful ready-to-camp accommodations. Then there's our mini-chalet, Le Chevreuil, which offers a few extra amenities, and our tiny house , Yarha and Yahndawa, which have their own solar power and are located near the stream. We also have the tiny house , Ehta, with full electricity and Wi-Fi access for remote work. Finally, there's our studio, La Retraite, for an overnight stay.
Spacious and welcoming Tiny House
Yarha 〜 forest
Our newest tiny house Yarha, which means "forest" in Wendat. An eco-friendly, all-wood lodging measuring 30' x 10', energy self-sufficient with solar panels, and located just steps from our beautiful stream. A spacious tiny house with a forest view, featuring a full kitchen with a refrigerator, a mezzanine bedroom, and a living room with a wood-burning stove. With its large deck nestled among the trees, it's the perfect place to recharge, reconnect with your partner or friends, and spend memorable time immersed in nature, rediscovering the tranquility of the forest!
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➤ 360° Virtual Tour
➤ Capacity 1 to 4 people
➤ Wood-burning stove
➤ 1 queen bed, 1 double futon
➤ With pillows without sheets, pillowcases, and blankets
➤ Equipped kitchen with refrigerator and 4-burner propane cooktop
➤ Solar electricity max 150W for outlets (yes: computer, phone, cpap | no: hair dryer, coffee maker, kettle)
➤ Running water 3 seasons (except winter)
➤ Drinking water in jug
➤ Heating with wood stove and propane for winter (safe with chimney) -
➤ A ladder is required to reach the bed on the mezzanine
. ➤ Self-service water jug
. ➤ Located in the forest near the stream.
➤ No lights outside or on the trails (dark sky reserve).
➤ Accessible by vehicle from May to October with adjacent parking.
➤ In winter, thelodging is a 15-minute walk from the reception parking lot, and luggage must be carried independently in a backpack. Luggage transport is available as an option. -
➤ Composting toilet (urine only) in the lodging , clean ecological dry toilet 2 min away.
Common area a few minutes away on foot
➤ 360° virtual tour of the common area
➤ Hot rainwater shower from May to October, at reception in winter
➤ Ecological dry toilet
➤ Outdoor fire pit with wood
➤ Picnic table under shelter
➤ Bins for trash/recycling/compostIncluded on site
➤ The audio experience “Encounter with the Spirit of the Forest” lasting 30 to 40 min.
➤ Small network of hiking trails about 2km
➤ Platform for relaxation and swimming in the stream
➤ Hammocks and benches by the stream
➤ The Ontara space with covered balcony and lake view
➤ Open area near reception for stargazing
➤ Personalized advice: hiking and activity suggestions, brochures, maps, etc.Optional on site
➤ Infrared sauna in our four-season passive solar greenhouse (private hourly rental)
➤ Activities on site outdoors and in dedicated spaces such as the Ontara eco-chalet or the tipi
➤ Shop for Indigenous crafts, regional products, and works by local artists
➤ Convenience food: delicious dehydrated meals, cereals, soy milk, coffee, etc.
Intimate Tiny House near the stream
Yahndawa 〜 stream
A self-sufficient tiny house , called Yahndawa, which means "river, stream, watercourse" in Wendat. This fully equipped 25' x 8' (feet) lodging is energy self-sufficient with solar panels. Located in the forest in the beautiful creek area, it features a complete kitchen with a refrigerator, a bedroom with a double bed, and a wood-burning stove in the living area. From the covered deck, you can see the creek, observe the wildlife that is attracted to it, and listen to all the sounds of the forest. An exceptional place to unwind, clear your mind, and experience true communion with nature!
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➤ 360° Virtual Tour
➤ Capacity 1 to 2 people
➤ Possibility of a 3rd person
➤ Wood stove fireplace
➤ 1 double bed downstairs
➤ 1 additional double bed on the mezzanine (ladder to climb and low ceiling)
➤ With pillows without sheets, pillowcases, and blankets
➤ Equipped kitchen with refrigerator and 2-burner propane cooktop
➤ Max 100W solar electricity for outlets (yes: computer, phone, cpap | no: hair dryer, coffee maker, kettle)
➤ No running water
➤ Drinking water in a jug
➤ Heating with wood stove -
➤ A few steps lead up to thelodging
➤ Self-service water refills
➤ Located in the forest near the stream
➤ No lights outside or on the trails (dark sky reserve)
➤ Accessible by vehicle from May to October with adjacent parking
➤ In winter, thelodging is a 15-minute walk from the reception parking lot, and luggage must be carried independently in a backpack. A luggage transfer service is available as an option. -
➤ Composting toilet (urine only) in the lodging , clean ecological dry toilet 2 min away.
Common area less than a minute away on foot
➤ 360° virtual tour of the common area
➤ Hot rainwater shower from May to October, at reception in winter
➤ Eco-friendly dry toilet
➤ Outdoor fireplace with firewood
➤ Picnic table under shelter
➤ Bins for trash/recycling/compostIncluded on site
➤ The audio experience “Encounter with the Spirit of the Forest” lasting 30 to 40 min.
➤ Small network of hiking trails about 2km
➤ Platform for relaxation and swimming in the stream
➤ Hammocks and benches by the stream
➤ The Ontara space with covered balcony and lake view
➤ Open area near reception for stargazing
➤ Personalized advice: hiking and activity suggestions, brochures, maps, etc.Optional on site
➤ Infrared sauna in our four-season passive solar greenhouse (private hourly rental)
➤ Activities on site outdoors and in dedicated spaces such as the Ontara eco-chalet or the tipi
➤ Shop for Indigenous crafts, regional products, and works by local artists
➤ Convenience food: delicious dehydrated meals, cereals, soy milk, coffee, etc.
Charming and functional Tiny House
Ehta 〜 field
Our tiny house , named Ehta (meaning "field, expanse, culture" in Wendat), is a 30' x 7' building with electricity, nestled at the edge of the woods and decorated with traditional artifacts from Quebec's First Nations—our mini-museum! Treat yourself to this charming retreat to unwind and reconnect with nature. This lodging includes a full kitchen with a refrigerator, a lodging room with a wood-burning stove, and a comfortable sleeping area on the mezzanine. High-speed Wi-Fi is available, making it a popular choice for remote work. Located on the edge of the field, it offers a stunning view of the starry sky, allowing you to admire the planets and moon moving across the clear skies of our region to the east and south!
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➤ 360° virtual tour
➤ Capacity 1 to 2 people
➤ Wood-burning stove
➤ 1 double bed
➤ Pillows provided without sheets, pillowcases, and blankets
➤ Equipped kitchen with refrigerator and 4-burner propane cooktop
➤ Hydro-Québec grid electricity (standard)
➤ No running water
➤ Drinking water in jugs
➤ Heating with wood-burning stove -
➤ You need to climb a ladder to get to the bed in the mezzanine
➤ Self-service refill for the drinking water jug
➤ Located at the edge of the meadow, at the forest's edge
➤ No lights outside or on the trails (dark sky preserve)
➤ Parking and reception a 1-minute walk away
➤ View of the field, pond, greenhouse, and reception in the distance -
➤ Composting toilet (urine only) in the lodging , clean ecological dry toilet 2 min walk away
Common area a few minutes' walk away
➤ 360° virtual tour of the common area
➤ Hot rainwater shower from May to October, at reception in winter
➤ 360° virtual tour of the shower
➤ Ecological dry toilet
➤ Outdoor fire pit with wood
➤ Picnic table
➤ Wastewater pit for dishwater (mandatory)Included on site
➤ The audio experience “Encounter with the Spirit of the Forest” lasting 30 to 40 min.
➤ Small network of hiking trails about 2km
➤ Platform for relaxation and swimming in the stream
➤ Hammocks and benches by the stream
➤ The Ontara space with covered balcony and lake view
➤ Open area near reception for stargazing
➤ Personalized advice: hiking and activity suggestions, brochures, maps, etc.Optional on site
➤ Infrared sauna in our four-season passive solar greenhouse (private hourly rental)
➤ Activities on site outdoors and in dedicated spaces such as the Ontara eco-chalet or the tipi
➤ Shop for Indigenous crafts, regional products, and works by local artists
➤ Convenience food: delicious dehydrated meals, cereals, soy milk, coffee, etc.
Serene and soothing mini-chalet
The Deer 〜 Peaceful
A wonderful little haven of peace for 1 to 2 people, without electricity or running water, nestled in the heart of a mixed forest bordered by a stream. This all-wood cabin, measuring 18' x 12', has everything you need for a back-to-basics stay surrounded by nature. Located in the stream area, this mini-cabin in the forest is an exceptionally well-preserved area. A lodging particularly appreciated by outdoor and nature enthusiasts. A place to reconnect with the essentials and find yourself alone or as a couple for an experience where you can truly understand the adage "less is more"!
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➤ 360° Virtual Tour
➤ Capacity 1 to 2 people
➤ 1 double bed
➤ With pillows without sheets, pillowcases, and blankets
➤ 4-burner propane stove
➤ No electricity or running water
➤ Battery-powered ambient LED lighting
➤ Drinking water in a jug
➤ Safe propane heating with chimney -
➤ Self-service water jug refills
➤ Located in the forest by the stream
➤ No lights outside or on the trails (dark sky reserve)
➤ Accessible by vehicle from May to October with adjacent parking
➤ In winter, thelodging is a 15-minute walk from the reception parking lot, and luggage must be carried independently in a backpack. A luggage transfer service is available as an option. -
➤ Composting toilet (urine only) in the lodging , clean ecological dry toilet 2 min away.
Common area a few minutes' walk away
➤ 360° virtual tour of the common area
➤ Hot rainwater shower from May to October, at reception in winter
➤ Ecological dry toilet
➤ Outdoor fire pit with wood
➤ Picnic table under shelter
➤ Greywater pit for dishwater (mandatory)
➤ Bins for trash/recycling/compostIncluded on site
➤ The audio experience “Encounter with the Spirit of the Forest” lasting 30 to 40 min.
➤ Small network of hiking trails about 2km
➤ Platform for relaxation and swimming in the stream
➤ Hammocks and benches by the stream
➤ The Ontara space with covered balcony and lake view
➤ Open area near reception for stargazing
➤ Personalized advice: hiking and activity suggestions, brochures, maps, etc.Optional on site
➤ Infrared sauna in our four-season passive solar greenhouse (private hourly rental)
➤ Activities on site outdoors and in dedicated spaces such as the Ontara eco-chalet or the tipi
➤ Shop for Indigenous crafts, regional products, and works by local artists
➤ Convenience food: delicious dehydrated meals, cereals, soy milk, coffee, etc.
Cozy and traditional yurts
Four yurts 〜 authentic
A traditional Central Asian tent still used today in Mongolia, the yurt is called a ger , which means "house" in Mongolian. Originating around 2,000 years ago, it is very well designed with its central fire pit, allowing for year-round living. Our yurts, without electricity or running water, are perfect ready-to-camp accommodations: furnished, insulated, with a slow-combustion stove, kitchenette, and ambient LED lighting. It's a peaceful place, perfect for settling in and reconnecting with nature, a practice that nourishes both body and soul. These were the original lodgings on the site, named after the five senses: Smell, Taste, Touch, Hear, and See. The last yurt is now a platform for observing and connecting with nature, available to everyone. Each yurt invites you to explore the sense it represents through various objects provided (description on the booking).
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➤ 360° Virtual Tour
➤ Touch and Taste yurt capacity: 1 to 4 people, 2 queen futon beds
➤ Smell and Hear yurt capacity: 1 to 3 people, 1 queen futon bed, 1 futon in closed position
➤ With pillows without sheets, pillowcases, and blankets
➤ Kitchenette with 2-burner propane stove
➤ Slow-combustion wood stove
➤ No electricity or running water
➤ Drinking water in jug
➤ Battery-powered ambient LED lighting -
➤ Self-service water jug refill station
➤ Located in the forest, with no outdoor or trail lighting (dark sky preserve)
➤ Accessible in 5 to 7 minutes on foot via maintained but uneven trails (with roots and rocks)
➤ In winter, access trails are cleared of snow (boots required) -
➤ Clean ecological dry toilet a 1-minute walk away
Common area a few minutes' walk away
➤ 360° virtual tour of the common area
➤ Hot rainwater shower from May to October, at the reception in winter
➤ 360° virtual tour of the shower
➤ Ecological dry toilet
➤ Outdoor fireplace with wood
➤ Picnic table
➤ Shared refrigerator (rental option)
➤ Greywater sink for dishwater (mandatory)Included on site
➤ The audio experience “Encounter with the Spirit of the Forest” lasting 30 to 40 min.
➤ Small network of hiking trails about 2km
➤ Platform for relaxation and swimming in the stream
➤ Hammocks and benches by the stream
➤ The Ontara space with covered balcony and lake view
➤ Open area near reception for stargazing
➤ Personalized advice: hiking and activity suggestions, brochures, maps, etc.Optional on site
➤ Infrared sauna in our four-season passive solar greenhouse (private hourly rental)
➤ Activities on site outdoors and in dedicated spaces such as the Ontara eco-chalet or the tipi
➤ Shop for Indigenous crafts, regional products, and works by local artists
➤ Convenience food: delicious dehydrated meals, cereals, soy milk, coffee, etc.
Soothing studio for an overnight stay
Studio La Retraite 〜 passing through
A lodging for a peaceful and comfortable overnight stay in a rural setting. A tranquil haven overlooking the garden, the solar greenhouse, and the tipi. A place to relax with access to the trails, stream, and site facilities. This authentic and welcoming room, for one or two people, features a queen bed, rocking chair, small work table, and a fully equipped adjoining kitchen with direct access. The bathroom with shower is private between 8 pm and 8 am but shared with other guests during the day.
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➤ 360° Virtual Tour
➤ Capacity 1 to 2 people
➤ Includes pillows, sheets, pillowcases, and blankets
➤ Full kitchen with accessories and dishes
➤ Full bathroom with winter shower, private from 8 PM to 8 AM, shared during the day. In summer, a beautiful hot rainwater shower is located a 2-minute walk away. -
➤ Located at the reception
➤ Accessible in 1 minute on foot from the parking lot
➤ Outdoor steps to reach the reception -
➤ Adjacent toilet (see features)
➤ Adjacent shower in winter (see features)Common area a few minutes' walk away
➤ 360° virtual tour of the common area
➤ Hot rainwater shower from May to October, at reception in winter
➤ 360° virtual tour of the shower
➤ Ecological dry toilet
➤ Outdoor fireplace with wood
➤ Picnic tableIncluded on site
➤ The audio experience “Encounter with the Spirit of the Forest” lasting 30 to 40 min.
➤ Small network of hiking trails about 2km
➤ Platform for relaxation and swimming in the stream
➤ Hammocks and benches by the stream
➤ The Ontara space with covered balcony and lake view
➤ Open area near reception for stargazing
➤ Personalized advice: hiking and activity suggestions, brochures, maps, etc.Optional on site
➤ Infrared sauna in our four-season passive solar greenhouse (private hourly rental)
➤ Activities on site outdoors and in dedicated spaces such as the Ontara eco-chalet or the tipi
➤ Shop for Indigenous crafts, regional products, and works by local artists
➤ Convenience food: delicious dehydrated meals, cereals, soy milk, coffee, etc.
