Ski Mont Garceau and Val Saint-Côme
Two family resorts 5 and 25 minutes apart. Mont Garceau has the longest lit run in Lanaudière. Season: December to March.
Cottages for rent · Lanaudière
Cottages for rent in Lanaudière
Chalets for rent among lakes and forests — Saint-Donat, Rawdon, Saint-Côme, Mandeville. The gateway to the north, 1 h 30 from Montreal.
Lanaudière is the relief valve between Montreal and the deep north — less crowded than the Laurentians, more accessible than Mauricie. It's a blend of agricultural plains in the south, deep lakes in the centre (Saint-Donat, Saint-Côme, Mandeville), and protected boreal forest in the north (the eastern flank of Parc national du Mont-Tremblant, the Sept-Chutes regional park).
Our chalets for rent in Lanaudière cluster around Lac Archambault in Saint-Donat, Lac Maskinongé, and the villages of Saint-Côme and Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie. Many sit on private or semi-private lakes, ideal for groups seeking quiet — without the Sunday-night Highway 15 crawl.
Saint-Donat is also a gateway to Mont Garceau (alpine skiing) and Parc national du Mont-Tremblant via Lac-Monroe — hiking in summer, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in winter. Book direct, local concierge, CITQ permits on file.
Expanding region
We’re growing into Lanaudière
Our direct catalog still concentrates on the Laurentians and Charlevoix today, but our partner network already covers Lanaudière. Talk to our team : we’ll match you with verified chalets through our partners, or add you to the priority list for new properties we onboard here.
Towns and destinations
Where to stay in Lanaudière
Saint-Donat
On Lac Archambault — waterfront chalets, skiing at Mont Garceau, access to the national park via Lac-Monroe.
Cottages in Saint-DonatRawdon
Dorwin Falls, Parc des Cascades, golf. Scottish heritage community. Just 1 h 00 from Montreal.
Cottages in RawdonSaint-Côme
Forest village — Maison Louis-Cyr, canoe-camping on the L'Assomption River.
Cottages in Saint-CômeMandeville
On Lac Maskinongé — family chalets, sport fishing, public beach, snowmobile trails.
Cottages in MandevilleSainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie
Sept-Chutes regional park — hiking, climbing, kayaking. Lanaudière's wild face.
Cottages in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'ÉnergieNotre-Dame-de-la-Merci
Wild lakes, low population density, prime territory for silence and stargazing.
Cottages in Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci
On site
Things to do in Lanaudière
Canoe-camping on the L'Assomption
2–4 day routes between Saint-Côme and Saint-Jean-de-Matha — primitive sites, calm waters, mid-June to late August.
Snowmobiling the Trans-Québec network
Lanaudière is crossed by Trans-Québec trails 3 and 33. Season runs mid-December to mid-March.
- Best season
- Year-round. December to March for skiing and snowmobiling, June to September for swimming and canoeing. September brings fall colors without the Laurentian crowds.
- From Montreal
- 1 h 00 (Rawdon) to 1 h 45 (Saint-Donat) via Highways 25 or 40.
- From Quebec City
- 2 h 30 to 3 h 00 via Highway 40 then Route 131.
FAQ
Renting a cottage in Lanaudière
How much does a chalet in Lanaudière cost?
Lanaudière is one of the most affordable regions — expect $175 to $550/night depending on season and property. Median rate is around $295/night, roughly 30% less than the Laurentians at comparable quality. Best value-for-money in our portfolio.
Is Lanaudière good for snowmobiling?
Excellent region for snowmobiles — Trans-Québec trails 3 and 33 run through Saint-Donat, Saint-Côme and Sainte-Émélie. Many of our chalets have direct trail access or trailer parking. Season: mid-December to mid-March, snow-dependent.
Is there skiing in Lanaudière?
Yes — Mont Garceau and Val Saint-Côme at Saint-Donat / Saint-Côme. More modest than Tremblant or Bromont, but much cheaper and far less crowded. Ideal for families with beginners.
Saint-Donat or Saint-Côme: where to stay?
Saint-Donat for direct access to Lac Archambault, Mont Garceau and the national park. Saint-Côme for a more rustic setting, canoeing and access to Sept-Chutes. They're 25 minutes apart — easy to see both in one stay.
How long is the drive from Montreal to Saint-Donat?
About 1 h 45 via Highway 25 then Route 125. Allow 2 h 00 to 2 h 30 Friday evening in peak season. Saint-Donat is a great alternative to Tremblant if you want to avoid Sunday-evening traffic on Highway 15.
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