What if work didn’t have to mean routine? Imagine starting your day with a cup of coffee surrounded by trees, taking a break to walk in the forest instead of staring at a screen and checking the time, then closing your laptop with enough energy left to fully enjoy your evening. That’s the beauty of a workation: a change of scenery without necessarily taking time off. Remote work today allows us to rethink the way we work. By choosing to spend a few days in an environment that fosters calm, nature, and a chance to unplug, we can bring a little lightness back into our daily lives, stimulate our creativity, and create a better balance between productivity and enjoyment.
In the Eastern Townships, this way of working really comes into its own. Surrounded by mountains, lakes, forests, and small villages, it’s possible to effectively combine workdays with the pleasures of a getaway.
Welcome to the guide to workations in the Eastern Townships: a different way to work, unwind, and fully enjoy your surroundings.
The burning question: Is there Wi-Fi
Let’s be realistic: out in the middle of the forest, cell service is spotty. The solution isn’t in your tent—it’s in the common area. At Station Chêne Rouge, the clubhouse offers high-speed Wi-Fi (500–750 Mbps), and our “Atypique” workspaces are designed for video calls: a sturdy table, natural light, and unlimited Nespresso coffee. In the units, the signal is intentionally weak—it’s your natural boundary between work and the real world
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The formula that works
• Work in blocks: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the clubhouse, fully focused—without the 40 interruptions you’d get at the office.
• Wrap up at a set time: at 3:30 p.m., hit the trails, go for a swim, or take a nap. That’s the deal you make with yourself.
• Aim for Sunday through Thursday: lower rates, a quieter resort, and you’ll be home before Friday’s traffic.
How much does it cost, compared to working from home
Our Weekday Getaway (2 nights, all-inclusive) starts at $329. Add in your meals, and you get two days of deep focus plus two evenings in the woods for the price of a night out at restaurants in town. Members of our community (annual membership $149) also enjoy free Dayclub and remote work access, plus 30% discounts from Sunday through Thursday.
FAQ — Working Remotely in Nature in Quebec
Yes, at the Station Chêne Rouge clubhouse: high-speed, stable Wi-Fi ranging from 500 to 750 Mbps. In the units, the signal is intentionally weak to encourage guests to unplug.
September, on weekdays: the light is beautiful, the area is quiet, and rates are at their lowest. The Sunday-through-Thursday package also lets you avoid Friday traffic.
The clubhouse has all the essentials: electrical outlets, a refrigerator, a fully equipped kitchen, and a Nespresso coffee machine. If you need to print anything, make sure to do so before you arrive.
Often more so than at the office: fewer interruptions, genuine blocks of focused work, and resting in the evening makes the next day better.
