Discover the Eastern Townships
Lake days, mountain trails, unforgettable night experiences, charming villages, and local flavours—all within easy reach of Coaticook Villa.
Adventure starts just outside the door.
ABOUT A 5-MINUTE WALK
LAKE LYSTER
Walk from the villa to the public beach for swimming, waterfront lounging, volleyball, fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Kayak rentals may be available seasonally.
ABOUT 1.5 KM AWAY
MONT PINNACLE
A signature hike with rewarding views over Lake Lyster and the Eastern Townships.
A FEW MINUTES BY CAR
A family-friendly nature stop with interactive discovery, pond fishing, and seasonal activities. Ice fishing is also offered in winter.
Two experiences worth planning around.
Explore the gorge by trail and cross its famous suspended footbridge above the canyon. Choose the Gorge Trail for classic views, the Mountain Trail for higher forest terrain, or the easier Promenade / Leisure Trail.
FORESTA LUMINA
After dark, the forest transforms into an immersive trail of light, sound, and storytelling through the Coaticook Gorge. The experience includes the suspended footbridge.
Something you won’t find almost anywhere else.
HASKELL FREE LIBRARY & OPERA HOUSE — about 15 minutes away. This historic landmark sits directly across the Canada–United States border, with the boundary marked right through the building. Nearby Rue Canusa also follows the border street by street.
Slow down in the villages.
AYER’S CLIFF
A relaxed Lake Massawippi village with summer atmosphere and scenic countryside.
ABOUT 25 MINUTES
NORTH HATLEY
A picturesque Lake Massawippi village with lakeside views, cafés, galleries, and a beautiful setting.
ABOUT 45–50 MINUTES
MAGOG
A lively Lake Memphremagog waterfront town for restaurants, shops, walking, and nearby outdoor attractions.
ABOUT 40 MINUTES
Taste the Eastern Townships.
A short list of delicious stops to build into a day around Coaticook.
Fromagerie La Station
Organic cheese from a farmstead rooted in the region’s agricultural traditions.
Wine Route & Bleu Lavande
Vineyard tastings and fragrant lavender fields make an unhurried detour.
Worth a little extra driving.
Four rewarding day trips when you have a little more time to roam.
Mont-Mégantic
ABOUT 90 MINUTES
A standout for summit views, stargazing and a true day out.
Mont-Orford
ABOUT 50 MINUTES
Hiking, beaches and broad mountain scenery in every season.
Mount Hereford
ABOUT 60 MINUTES
Forest trails and far-reaching views on a quieter mountain escape.
Eastern Townships Wine Route
ABOUT 45–75 MINUTES
A scenic tasting route with vineyards, views and easy countryside pacing.
A little culture between adventures.
Visit the Beaulne Museum’s historic Coaticook mansion and exhibitions, or make time for the Haskell Free Library & Opera House while exploring Stanstead.
There’s no off-season here.
SUMMER
Lake Lyster, kayaking, hiking, cycling, Foresta Lumina, and outdoor dining.
AUTUMN
Foliage, scenic drives, hiking, farm stops, and village exploring.
WINTER
Snowshoeing, ice fishing, skiing nearby, winter hiking, fat biking, and cozy villa evenings.
SPRING
Quieter trails, fresh landscapes, waterfalls, and relaxed exploring before peak summer.
Easy to explore from Coaticook Villa.
Approximate travel times for planning a day out.
LAKE LYSTER — 5-MINUTE WALK • MONT PINNACLE — APPROXIMATELY 1.5 KM • PARC DÉCOUVERTE NATURE — A FEW MINUTES BY CAR • PARC DE LA GORGE / FORESTA LUMINA — ABOUT 15 MINUTES • STANSTEAD / HASKELL LIBRARY — ABOUT 15 MINUTES • AYER’S CLIFF — ABOUT 20–30 MINUTES • SHERBROOKE — ABOUT 30 MINUTES • MAGOG — ABOUT 40 MINUTES • NORTH HATLEY — ABOUT 45–50 MINUTES • MONTRÉAL — ABOUT 90 MINUTES
Stay somewhere that puts all of this within reach.
Lake mornings, mountain hikes, local flavours and unforgettable nights at Foresta Lumina—all from your base at Coaticook Villa.