From the moment you set foot in Wakefield, you’ll be enchanted by this small village about 20 minutes from Gatineau–Ottawa. After a short drive along Riverside Road, turn onto Mill Road and prepare to be amazed at the sight of what was once a flour mill in the 1930s, converted in 2000 into a comfortable hotel overlooking MacLaren Falls and just outside Gatineau Park .The original building has been preserved, giving the hotel a wonderful historic feel. The guestrooms are divided among three buildings. The Heritage Mill building features a warm décor with imposing stone walls and breathtaking views of the falls, the river and the forest. A few steps away, the Chalet 1840, renamed miller’s house, offers two bedrooms with separate entrances, allowing for a private getaway and even accepts dogs. Finally, the Eco River Lodge has 13 modern, light-filled rooms, and some have a magnificent freestanding bath and a wall-mounted fireplace.

Once you’ve settled into your room, you’re invited to enjoy an aperitif at the Héron Wine Bar, on the ground floor of the Heritage Mill. You will find a bistro menu with comforting flavours whether for lunch, dinner or for a little afternoon craving in front of the fireplace with a board game, or at the pool table to enjoy the moment. On Friday and Saturday evenings, live music sets a festive mood. When it’s time for dinner, La Muse restaurant has an extraordinary culinary experience in store for you. The gourmet menu, inspired by a fusion of traditional French and Quebecois cuisine, changes regularly. To take the experience to another level, we recommend the Discovery experience menu, where each of the five courses will delight you with its creativity and originality. The food and wine pairing is also a must. La Muse also serves breakfast from 7:30 a.m. The menu features a selection of sweet and savoury dishes, all packed with freshness and flavour. An À la carte brunch is also offered on Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Enjoy the first rays of sunshine in the dining room with its large windows overlooking the waterfall. The surrounding landscape makes for an unforgettable gourmet moment.

Your visit to the Wakefield Mill Hotel & Spa doesn’t end there! In addition to a wide choice of luxurious rooms and a delicious dining experience, there are facilities on site to ensure total relaxation. A brand new hot tub and barrel sauna on the ground floor of the historic building offers a view of the thermal forest, facing MacLaren Falls ; the sight and sound of the rushing water are guaranteed to lower your stress level. Near the Eco River Lodge, you’ll find a hot tub and a beautiful outdoor pool (open only during summer). Take a moment for yourself by resting in front of the outdoor fire pits and adirondack chairs, located throughout the site. It is the perfect place to relax after a day in nature. For further tranquillity, the Holtz Spa in Nature, on the hotel’s lower level, offers body and facial treatments, manicures and pedicures. Various solo or duo massages are also available, as well as tailor-made treatments for men, forest therapies and other spa packages inspired by the benefits of nature. Take advantage of your visit to explore the surrounding area. One of the Wakefield Mill’s advantages is its proximity to Gatineau Park, just 700 metres from the P17 entrance. Throughout the seasons, all kinds of sports activities allow you to enjoy the outdoors during your stay.

As you can see, the Wakefield Mill Hotel & Spa is the place to go for a luxurious and gourmet stay in the heart of nature. It’s the perfect spot for a couple’s getaway in a unique and enchanting setting. Check out the packages available to enhance your experience, and book your getaway today! + From one season to the next, the village of Wakefield has a lot to offer! Gourmet stops, charming boutiques, a covered bridge, hiking trails—a single day isn’t enough to fully appreciate it. Here are a few suggestions for extending your stay in the area.