Grandes-Piles cottage

Located in the Mauricie region, in the municipality of Grandes-Piles, the Chalet de Grandes-Piles offers you the cottage life—with the sound of the river, spectacular views, and a vacation atmosphere. This magnificent location, appealing in all four seasons, offers a perfect harmony between the river, the fresh air, the mountains, and comfort.

Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or a vacationer seeking relaxation, you’ll be treated to spectacular sunsets in both summer and winter. You can enjoy the water in summer and the ice in winter. Enjoy the great outdoors along the national trail, the magnificent mountains and cliffs behind the chalet, or the Mauricie Regional Park.

This luxurious three-story home features 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a large kitchen with a spacious island, and 2 living rooms. The chalet can comfortably accommodate 12 people.

Outside, you’ll find a large wraparound deck, a BBQ, an outdoor fire pit, a children’s play area, and plenty of green space!

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Pour Children:
- Single bed available with a small safety rail for children
- A safety gate is installed to secure the staircase from the first floor to the lower level
- 2 high chairs are available
- Toys and books for young children
- Children’s movies on DVD (DVD player available)
- Play structure in the yard with a slide
- Playhouse on the porch
- Outdoor gate on the porch

Near this cottage
- Body of water: St-Maurice River
- Golf course: Grand-Mère Golf Club
- Ski resort: Vallée Du Parc Ski Resort

Activities and events in the region
- Mauricie National Park
- Hiking on the national trail behind the cottage
- Outdoor recreation center: Vallée Rocanigan (snowshoeing and hiking)
- A snowmobiler’s paradise on the river

Running alongside the St-Maurice River—where you can ice skate in the winter and swim in the summer—this navigable waterway, stretching nearly 200 km, offers a wide range of water activities in the summer and a large snowmobile trail in the winter.

*If you have your own boats, the marina is located 2 minutes from the cottage.
*Boats of all kinds are readily available for rent at Maximum Locations.

The cottage is equipped with a security system and an alarm system. For the safety of the property and all our guests, there is also a security system with a camera at the entrance (outside only) of the residence.

Hiking
- The National Trail: the Père Jacques-Buteux section of the National Trail in Grandes-Piles. It overlooks the St-Maurice River and crosses several lakes, streams, and small waterfalls, not to mention numerous loops and cliffs that offer a good challenge to hikers.
- Rocanigan Valley - The Kingdom of Snowshoeing: Discover Vallée Rocanigan in full swing: 16 loops totaling 12 km of marked snowshoe trails in the mountains, 3 km of snow scooter trails, an ice rink on the lake, and a stop at a heated yurt where you’ll be served a delicious cup of hot chocolate for free. (Snowshoe, crampon, and snow scooter rentals available).

The fabulous Mauricie National Park, located 27 km from the Chalet, offers the following winter activities:
- Cross-country skiing: over 80 km of trails within a protected natural area. Mauricie National Park offers a marked and groomed trail network for both classic and freestyle cross-country skiing. Heated rest stops are available approximately every five kilometers.
- Snowshoe trails: Mauricie National Park offers eight marked trails in the heart of nature. Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate, or expert, you’ll find a trail that suits your skill level.
- Fat bikes: Explore the suggested routes.

Snowmobiles

The Mauricie region is known for its many marked snowmobile trails. The Chalet is located in the heart of these trails, with direct access to the marked trail along the St-Maurice River. You can rent snowmobiles—with delivery to the chalet—from Maximum Locations.

Just 45 minutes from the Chalet, enjoy ice fishing in Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade, with its ice huts and whitefish fishing.

​FAT bike rentals (bicycles with oversized tires). Want to give it a try? Rent your gear at the Halte Café-Vélo at the Rivière-à-la-Pêche service pavilion.

Graphineige: Experienced snowshoers,