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Updated on Jul 11, 2025

Our cities and towns all have something unique to offer you. Whether it’s a place, a product, a landscape, an attraction or an event, you’ll always have at least five good reasons for visiting them! Here's North Hatley.

By Carolyne Parent

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Stay at the Manoir Hovey

Among this destination’s remnants testifying to the presence of Americans here, you’ll discover the very dignified Manoir Hovey. Built in 1898 for an Atlanta magnate, it was modelled after George Washington’s Mount Vernon residence, in Virginia. This grand lady of the hotel industry is a member of the Relais & Châteaux network. The property offers 52 rooms and suites spread through several pavilions on a 30-acre domain on the shores of Lake Massawippi. With its fireplace, its cozy seating, and all the natural light filtering in, the main building’s library is truly a warm and welcoming place. Here, you’ll find Louise Penny’s novels displayed in their own showcase; The establishment was the inspiration for her “Manoir Bellechasse” in the thriller The Murder Stone. And we cannot overlook the new spa at the establishment, a true haven of peace!
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Go for a Walk at Scowen Park and the Massawippi Trail

Oh, what a beautiful oasis you’ll discover in this park, donated to the township by its residents to everyone’s great joy! About 4 kilometres in length, the trail is quite attractive with its footbridge, its hollow log and its lookout benches. In Sainte-Catherine-de-Hatley, the neighbouring town, the Massawippi Trail offers a superb view overlooking the lake. By the way, did you know that “Massawappi” is an Abenaki word meaning “abundance of clear water”?
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Discover the North Hatley Farmers’ Market

Experience summer in North Hatley by discovering its charming farmers’ market, held every Saturday morning from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., from late June to mid-October, at Parc Rivière (entrance via Capelton Road). More than thirty local producers and vendors await you with fresh fruits and vegetables, breads, cheeses, prepared dishes, maple products, honey, flowers, and much more. Enjoy the festive atmosphere brought to life by musicians and local artists! Take the opportunity to picnic by the river, meet new people, and support local producers while savoring fresh, organic or conventionally grown products. A delicious and friendly outing you won’t want to miss!
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Feel the Rhythm of Jazz in North Hatley

From August 7 to 10, 2025, let yourself be swept away by the rhythm of the North Hatley Jazz Festival! This unique musical event brings the entire village to life, turning streets, parks, and iconic venues into vibrant, welcoming stages. Local talents share the spotlight with musicians from Montreal and beyond, creating an intimate yet festive atmosphere. It’s the perfect chance to discover new artists, enjoy high-quality performances, and experience jazz in one of Quebec’s most scenic villages. An open-air cultural celebration that’s accessible, unifying, and unforgettable.
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Enjoy the terrace at Massawippi Mercantile

Affectionately known by local as "The Merc", this charming café serves breakfast and lunch daily, as well as dinner from Thursday to Saturday. The interior is delightfully cozy, and the terrace is especially inviting on sunny days.
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Did You Know?

This charming, highly renowned resort destination goes way back? In fact, already by the end of the 19th century, wealthy Americans, from the Southern United States would come to spend their summers here. Indeed, it was out of the question for them to spend time vacationing in New England’s Yankee territory, they preferred continuing further north to North Hatley.

With great pomp! This small “aristocrat community” had several sumptuous villas built for them on the shores of the lake and introduced the region to their refined lifestyle with such activities as sailing and golf.


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