Take your pick: adrenaline packed or slow and contemplative?
Updated on Jul 17, 2026
All history buffs! Here are some lodging suggestions that deserve your consideration. Indeed, we’ve carefully examined these three propositions, combining comfort, culture and gastronomy, specifically with you in mind.
Since 1945, Ripplecove Hotel & Spa has welcomed travellers seeking tranquility on the shores of Lake Massawippi. Behind its elegant façade lies a destination that has gracefully evolved through the decades while preserving the qualities that define its charm: a deep connection to its history, its natural surroundings, and the art of hospitality. At a time when grand lakeside resorts introduced visitors to the Eastern Townships, Ripplecove became a cherished gathering place where guests came to enjoy the beauty of the landscape and the pleasures of life by the water.
That distinctive atmosphere continues to shape every stay today. Refined accommodations, including luxurious lakeside villas with breathtaking views, are paired with spaces rich in character and timeless elegance. Whether savouring a meal at Le Riverain Restaurant, where local flavours take centre stage, unwinding at the spa, or strolling along the shores of Lake Massawippi, guests are invited to slow down and appreciate all that this iconic destination has to offer.
More than just a hotel, Ripplecove is an Eastern Townships institution where the art of living has been cultivated for generations.
With its architecture inspired by New England summer estates and its elegant silhouette overlooking the shores of Lake Massawippi, Manoir Hovey seems to belong to another era. Built at the end of the 19th century, this historic manor tells a story spanning more than 125 years through its woodwork, gardens, and timeless atmosphere.
Every stay becomes an opportunity to experience a place where heritage has been carefully preserved without compromising the comfort and refinement expected today. Behind its old-world charm lies one of Québec’s most celebrated destinations. A member of Relais & Châteaux and owned by the same family for three generations, Manoir Hovey has continuously evolved while remaining true to its legacy.
Visitors are drawn here as much for its acclaimed restaurant, inspired by the flavours of the region, as for its lakeside spa, where nature shapes the experience in every season. Combining history, gastronomy, and wellness, this iconic property offers an authentic immersion into the Eastern Townships’ art of living.
Some places naturally invite you to slow down and unwind. In West Brome, rolling hills, farmland, and picturesque country roads have long shaped both the landscape and the way of life. Auberge West Brome is part of this Eastern Townships tradition of hospitality, where visitors are encouraged to take the time to enjoy life’s simple pleasures.
Surrounded by vineyards, mountains, and villages rich in heritage, the inn is the perfect starting point for discovering the true spirit of the region. After a day of exploring, guests can relax in elegant accommodations, many of which feature a fireplace and a private terrace overlooking the surrounding countryside.
At Bistro West Brome, local flavours take centre stage, while the spa offers a haven of relaxation with a range of treatments, a sauna, a hot tub, and a heated indoor pool. A destination where the rural charm of the Eastern Townships can be experienced in its most authentic form.
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