Solo retreat

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Alone with nature

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Our protected natural site embodies the ancestral Indigenous values ​​of respect, connection with nature, and authenticity. When a natural place is cared for and protected with these values ​​for over a decade, life flourishes, and a sense of sacredness pervades and emanates from every plant, tree, stone, and moss.

It is the ideal place to experience a solitary retreat while knowing that caring hosts are present on the site and are its guardians.

As the days go by, in the silence of Nature and in constant contact with its life-giving fabric, something is rewoven within us, warming the heart and realigning us. This is the gift of being alive, when we can finally feel it truly, deep within ourselves.

On-site services

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While you enjoy your independent retreat, our services remain available should you need them. Sometimes, a solution for your food needs can free up a lot of time, or a small activity like a sauna in our passive solar greenhouse can be a great comfort during your stay.

Our infrared sauna in our four-season passive solar greenhouse, a completely private space (hourly rental)

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Our on-site activities and outdoor relaxation areas such as the covered gallery of the Ontara eco-chalet with a view of Lake Mégantic.

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Our Indigenous craft shop features traditional incense such as sage and sweetgrass to enhance your self-sufficient retreat experience.

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Our meal kit options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, ready to cook yourself. Soups, delicious dehydrated meals, cereals, soy milk, maple syrup, coffee, etc.

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How to reserve my independent retreat

A self-catering retreat can be easily booked via the booking page by selecting lodging for a minimum stay of two nights. Services and activities can be selected during the lodging booking process at the options selection stage. You can book directly using the shortcuts below.

Four-season lodging

Yarha‍ ·‍ Yahndawa · Ehta · Yurt

Three-season lodging and camping

Le Chevreuil Deer Campsite

Other retreat options

To discover our other nature retreat, explore the page dedicated to them.

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