This place was all we could wish for for a family of eight teenagers and eight adults. Very comfortable beds, with lots of choice. Kitchen is well equipped.
Arranged through Nadine, Buffet Maison catered a couple of very tasty meals to ease the cooking load. We also ate out a couple of times as well at good restaurants on the island. Nadine was very responsive to our emails and requirements.
One comment: The people who sleep in the large bunkroom (12 spaces) downstairs have to climb the central spiral stair to access a bathroom on the main floor. We understand that a bathroom will be built downstairs this winter.
The Hot tub, Pool and water toys were in constant use when we were not exploring the island or further afield. The gardens at the front and around the pool area are a little 'au naturel', but the firepit and shelter make a lovely place to relax and stare out at the St Lawrence River. The view from the house is constantly interesting as the ships and sail boats ply by and the tide rises and falls. Its a nice walk along the rocky shore line.
Bike riding is easy and pleasant around the island, with many routes that can be explored. We had a riotous family baseball game across in the local field. We visited the small villages and enjoyed superb icecream at both ends of the island. August is the peak of the strawberry season and they were superb, straight from the farm stands. Blackcurrants are a local specialty and the cassis sorbets and liqueurs are delicious. Had a perfect visit one evening to a 'cidrerie' to taste a flight of ciders, while overlooking the North Shore.
It's easy to drive across the beautiful bridge to supermarkets, into Q. City and to Montmorency Falls. The rappelling, zip lining, and rock climbing in the Ste Anne Canyon was thrilling for the teenagers, while the rest of us hide our eyes and enjoyed the trails in this beautiful place.
All in all a good week! Thank you Nadine!