Looking for a romantic getaway less than two hours from Montreal—without flying and without breaking the bank? The Eastern Townships offer the perfect blend of nature, fine dining, and relaxation, all within easy reach. Here are seven tried-and-true ideas for a romantic weekend just 90 minutes from Montreal.
1. Glamping on a private estate in North Hatley
Station Chêne Rouge is a country club located on a private mountain estate, just 10 minutes from North Hatley. Choose from a mini-chalet, an A-frame cabin, a forest cabin, a safari tent, or a pod. Amenities include a swimming pool, private campfire area, and mountain trails. The most intimate accommodations: Les Carrés, secluded in a deciduous forest with a private terrace.
2. Wine Tour + Overnight Stay in Nature
Combine a day of wine tastings (Domaine Bergeville, Domaine Ives Hill, Grange Hatley) with an overnight stay at Station Chêne Rouge. All the vineyards are less than 30 minutes from the estate.
3. Nordic spa + gourmet dinner
A day at Strom Spa Sherbrooke (15 min) or Solstice Sauna in North Hatley (10 min), followed by dinner atAuberge La Chocolatière or Le Hatley restaurant, right on Lake Massawippi.
4. Hike + sunset in the mountains
A morning hike through Mont Hatley Park, a picnic at the summit, and a return to Station Chêne Rouge for a campfire at sunset. Free and easy.
5. Gravel biking in the Eastern Townships
The Gravel Bike Trail offers dozens of kilometers of gravel roads winding through the hills of the Eastern Townships. An ideal starting point from North Hatley.
6. Farmers' markets + pick-your-own
Organic blueberry farm at Les Étangs in North Hatley, La Station cheese shop in Compton, North Hatley market. Bring back your finds and cook over an open fire at Station Chêne Rouge.
7. Complete disconnection — no screens, no Wi-Fi
Choose a Rustic or Essential cabin at Station Chêne Rouge—the most secluded accommodations on the property, with no electricity. Bring a book, a bottle of wine, and nothing else.
FAQ
In the Eastern Townships, specifically the North Hatley and Lake Massawippi area: forest lodging at Station Chêne Rouge (private property, pet-friendly), vineyards, spas, and fine-dining restaurants—all just 1 hour and 30 minutes from Montreal.
Average budget for 2 nights: $180 to $400 for lodging, plus $100 to $200 for activities and restaurants. Ready-to-camp sites are the most affordable option.
Les Carrés at Chêne Rouge Resort in North Hatley: secluded mini-cabins for two nestled in a deciduous forest, with a private deck and a campfire. Over 1,200 reviews with an average rating of 4.9 stars.
