Dreamscapes Travel & Lifestyle Magazine
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I t was a rare treat to realize we had four free days to ourselves. Eager to meet up and spend time with family members from Montréal, we couldn't resist an escape to Mont-Tremblant— the perfect place for our family gathering. The challenge: find comfortable accommodation suitable for six adults and three children under the age of six. an IdEal soluTIon Tremblant living, which manages 16 vacation rental prop- erties in the area, proved to be the answer to our conun- drum. We booked Panache 632, a stunning, three-level, four- bedroom/3.5-bathroom townhouse within walking dis- tance of the pedestrian-only Tremblant Village. We couldn't have been more delighted with our choice. We felt like royalty as we settled into our luxurious sur- roundings and relaxed following our long drive from the niagara Region. on the dining table, a chocolate welcome treat from a local village shop awaited our arrival. nice touch! Elegantly furnished throughout, the open kitchen, din- ing and living room concept on the main level ensured we would be able to spend ample time together. an adjoining screened-in gallery with barbecue and additional dining facilities, within earshot of a bubbling brook for added ambience, would be the perfect venue for the family dinner we had scheduled for the following evening. The second level housed a master bedroom with ensuite facilities as well as two more bedrooms and a second washroom, while the lower level included a bedroom with ensuite washroom, a second living room and an outdoor deck complete with hot tub overlooking a private yard and ravine. and, with numerous smart TVs positioned throughout the town- house, our World cup soccer fans wouldn't miss a single game. during our stay, joan bou, President of Tremblant living, took us on a tour of two other properties. The luxu- rious chalet at Grande Forêt, situated within an enchanted forest setting, showcased a chef 's kitchen, five bedrooms and bathrooms, an immense great room with a dramatic fireplace, a hot tub, billiards table and more. Another, a spectacular country manor near Fairmont Tremblant, fea- tured an indoor swimming pool and comfortable accom- modation for 16 to 20 people. both properties would be ideal venues for corporate meetings and cocktails and the gardens at either property provide perfect settings for small, intimate weddings. days oF ExPloRaTIon our rental property included unlimited access to the gon- dola ride for all occupants. a steep, thrilling ride to the mountaintop provided panoramic views of the lakes, vil- lages and deep green terrain in the area. back in the village, there were a variety of restaurants, intriguing shops and activities to investigate. six-year-old Ethan had a whale of a time climbing the rock wall while his younger brother, Zach, tried to imitate his hero's she- nanigans. later Ethan joined his father and uncle on two lIVIn' IT uP In In GRand sTylE b y d o n n a s . v i e i r a tHink of Mont-treMblant, Québec, and Snow and Ski SlopeS iMMediately coMe to Mind. However tHiS deStination offerS a variety of enJoyable activitieS and eventS year-round. 30 Fa l l 2 0 1 4