“Unique Accommodations” has grown into a large family: domes, pods, hanging tents, mini-cabins, safari tents… How do you choose for your first stay? Here’s a straightforward comparison based on the seven types of accommodations we offer in North Hatley.
The safari tent —the most “natural” experience
A real canvas tent on a wooden frame, spacious, with a queen-size bed and propane heating. The canvas breathes, the rain beats down on the roof, and you wake up to filtered light. Seals tightly with zippers (no lock—leave your valuables in the locked car).
For: those who want THE ultimate camping experience, in comfort.
Here, each tent is named after a woman—six shelters, six presences.
The pod — the cocoon capsule A compact, weatherproof, rounded wooden shell with a queen-size bed and a wood-burning stove. It feels like sleeping in a miniature cabin.
For: couples, cool nights, and those who prefer wood to fabric.
The A-frame Mini-Cabin (Triangles) — the iconic
The classic triangular shape, sleeps 4 (queen bed + double bed on the loft), wood-burning stove, full kitchenette with sink.
For: small families and those who want to cook on site.
Le Carré — the cozy one
Our most secluded mini-cabin in the woods: sleeps 2, private deck, wood-burning stove, fully equipped kitchenette.
For: couples who just want peace, period.
The fully equipped mini-cabin (Le Massawippi) — maximum comfort
The only one with electricity, a mini-fridge, an induction cooktop, and a toilet. Sleeps 4, 2 queen-size beds, just steps from the clubhouse.
For: those who are still torn between a cabin and glamping.
The Rustiquesand the Essentiels — the smart entry-level option
A simple, well-designed ready-to-camp unit: a queen-size bed, heating (Rustiques), and everything you need to sleep in the forest at an affordable price. The clubhouse’s fully equipped kitchenette takes care of the rest.
For: those on a tight budget and free spirits.
FAQ — Choosing Unique Accommodations
What unique accommodation should you choose for your first time? The pod or the safari tent: the right balance between immersion and comfort. If you’re worried about the cold or being “off the grid,” start with a fully equipped mini-chalet.
Can you cook in unique accommodations? It depends on the type: our Triangles, Squares, and the Massawippi have a full kitchenette; the other units have access to the fully equipped kitchen in the clubhouse and the BBQs.
A dome, a pod, and a safari tent—what’s the difference? The dome is a glass geodesic structure, the pod is a compact wooden shell, and the safari tent is a large canvas tent on a platform. Similar comfort; very different atmospheres.
Are these accommodations heated? Ours are: wood stove or propane heating depending on the type—your stay will be comfortable from spring through fall.
FAQ
The pod is a rounded, minimalist wooden structure; the mini cabin offers more space and storage. Both feature a full queen-size bed and heating.
The mini chalet or the "carré": the smoothest transition from the hotel to the forest. The safari tent is the choice for romantics.
All are heated, either by wood-burning stoves or propane, depending on the unit. The wood-burning stove adds the ritual of an indoor fire.
