Very nice location and Gilbert is very friendly and hospitable,

Stayed in October 2023

Only issue was payment--had to go get cash from an ATM b/c host does not accept credit or debit card payment, or web-based pay options other than Interac. It would be a lot easier if host took these forms of payment; he could pass on fees to customers.

A bed & breakfast inn & art gallery on a river. Great place to kick off your cycling tour on the Petit Train du Nord. Host was very welcoming & kind despite the language barrier. Our room was super comfy, clean & with a balcony overlooking the river. We enjoyed the breakfast on the patio & the host's presentation of his art work (we asked).

Stayed in August 2023

The photos don't do this place justice ... in other words, WAY better than depicted in the photos!

Charming, restful, nature-filled, quiet, delicious breakfasts ... WONDERFUL!! --- We stayed for 2 nights at Gilbert's gîte -- what a heavenly spot in Mont Laurier!! We recommend without hesitation, and will be back next time for the town's annual summertime festival. Cozy room, comfortable bed & pillows, private outdoor terrace overlooking the fabulous natural gardens on the shores of the river (Note: the sound of the waterfall is constant, day & night, which we LOVED!). Gilbert is a soft-spoken, welcoming, respectful, well-travelled & interesting host -- he and his lovely daughter prepare wonderfully delicious breakfasts ... what a treat it was to stay with them! We highly recommend la Gîte au Pied du Courant!

Stayed in July 2023

The decoration was amazing!

Stayed in July 2023

No ice available to guests

Lovely, well maintained grounds. Nice location in a quaint town 😊

Stayed in June 2023

Great location beside the river. Nice and peaceful stay with a great breakfast. We are English from Alberta and the host was great at trying to communicate in English, which we thought was very good. Much appreciated

Stayed in June 2023

We adored the environment, beautifully decorated, very zen, quiet, I particularly enjoy calm environments. Mr.Desjardins, our host and owner of the place was great to talk to. And he makes great breakfasts, the healthy type,which I very much appreciated. We personally recommend it. Without a doubt we intend to return!

Stayed in June 2023

Pretty garden, located by the river. Owner is an artist and traveller so interior of B&B has wonderful art and collectibles.

Stayed in September 2022

Our bedroom balcony could have use a sweeping.

Breakfast was thoughtfully prepared and delicious. Location was convenient along with private. Gilbert’s artwork which decorated every room is outstanding. The company, fellow travellers, were great.

Stayed in August 2022

Good breakfast. Room quiet and site wonderful.

Stayed in August 2022

Was slightly disappointed to find that the river can't be seen or accessed from the house, and is VERY LOUD, because it's just downstream from the dam. But this did not really detract from my stay in this very comfortable and restful place.

The location was easy to find and was walkable to some stores and restaurants, including a very good one recommended by the host. Breakfast was very good, on the covered deck in the garden. The house is beautiful and my room was very nice, with a desk and chair for reading.

Stayed in July 2022

Everything was great in this place, breakfast was the cherry on the cake.

Stayed in July 2022

Nothing I could think of.

Lovely small pansion at the bank of the river, with very nice and helpful owner/host. Constant hum of rushing water provides great sound background to sleep to. Great home-made breakfast included.

Stayed in June 2022

Nothing

Beautiful gite, on the river, filled with interesting African art and artwork of the owner.

Stayed in September 2021

This place was a pleasant surprise - everything was to my liking.

Excellent host - very friendly and accommodating, he has travelled extensively and happy to share his experiences. The decor reflects the hosts travels with many artifacts from Africa and elsewhere. The host is also a great artist so the decor is really delightful. The location is superb - very quiet by the stream yet only 10 min walk to the main street with restaurants. The beds very very comfortable and the breakfast was healthy and tasty.

Stayed in September 2021

Bathroom light switch was stuck on.

Gilbert has a beautiful home filled with both own works of art and with artifacts collected from his many trips to Africa and Central America. It was a great experience staying there.

Stayed in September 2021

Great breakfast, very nice host

Stayed in July 2021

The host. We came to check in early (to just change our clothes to go for a bike ride) but he said he didn't speak English. When we came back to check in he spoke perfect English. The home looks like it is partly under construction - nothing seemed to be quite finished so it felt dirty. Upon check in we agreed to have breakfast there at 8:30am. When we got all ready to go in the morning there was nobody around so we left to go get coffee. When we got back at 8:20 he said he wouldn't give us breakfast because we had left. We said that we just went to get coffee and he was very rude and mean. Very disturbing! Definitely do not stay here!

The bed was comfortable. The deck hearing the river was nice - cannot see it but can hear it. Liked having a deck.

Stayed in September 2023

The fact that at the last moment the host notified us that he would not provide breakfast anymore, and did not offer a refund for that part of the deal.

Location next to the river and close to l’petit train du nord.

Stayed in October 2023

We were there twice on 2 separate days, 5 days apart. At the last stay , midweek, we had to pay $5 extra. I do not agree with that.

Breakfast was excellent

Stayed in August 2023

No tv in room. No air conditioning. Muggy and too warm in room.

Like the site and we could hear the water from the river. Breakfast was excellent. The room was clean.

Stayed in July 2022

The host insulted my partner for wearing a mask. Also the stairway to lower level was clearly not to building code, posing a severe danger to guests.

Lovely gardens

Stayed in June 2022

On arrival, the owner requested an Interac bank transfer (no credit or debit cards) as payment had not been taken. I didn't know, but accepted, and waited until they saw the funds in their account to be allowed in. I was all wet from a +100 km bike ride under pouring rain, and I was lucky that my bank was fast. As others mentioned, breakfast is not good. I was given a small bowl of yogurt (I don't consume dairy) with strawberries, a small pancake with maple syrup and strawberries again, and filtered coffee. Travel tip: I had a yummy second breakfast at the bagel place in front of the cathedral. In particular, I didn't like an inappropriate comment from the staff, that I was provided used rubber slippers to wear inside, that I was told where to seat, what to eat, how to lock a door, and not said goodbye when I left. Hospitality is the reason I choose a B&B or a lodge over a hotel or motel.

The Gîte is a beautiful property on a very quiet location. My room was quite spacious with a view to the well-maintained garden. The few feeders around the house attracted some beautiful species in the morning.

Stayed in July 2021

It was 28.5 celcius in our room when we went to bed so very uncomfortable. Was very hot in the whole house. Breakfast could be improved. Very sweet breakfast is not for everyone.

.Location was very nice. Lots of nice art work inside the home.

Stayed in August 2021