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Perfect Winter Weekend Loft in the ❤️ of the Eastern Townships

Lakefront apartment with kitchen and balcony

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Salon avec foyer au gaz / Living Room w/ gas fireplace

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Ayer's CLiff, QC
  • Place, Tomifobia Nature Trail
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Lac Massawippi
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Memphremagog Lake Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newport, VT (EFK-Newport State)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Perfect Winter Weekend Loft in the ❤️ of the Eastern Townships

CITQ #307194

🌟Welcome to The Grey Rabbit House! 🌟

Escape to our rustic yet cozy and spacious home, nestled in the heart of the Eastern Townships. Originally built in 1903, this charming abode has retained all of its historical charm while undergoing numerous renovations and design improvements over the years. With its high ceilings, pine wood floors, and rustic décor, The Grey Rabbit House exudes warmth and offers the perfect setting for a family getaway.

Located in the heart of Ayer’s Cliff Village, just steps away from the main street, The Grey Rabbit House is within walking distance of local amenities, including a grocery store, farmer’s market (in the summer), butcher shop, SAQ, and charming cafes and restaurants. While you may occasionally hear passing trucks during the day, evenings are typically peaceful, allowing for a serene atmosphere.

Experience the beauty of the region year-round with nearby attractions such as Massawippi Lake, Parc de la Gorge de Coaticook, Foresta Lumina, and Mont Orford National Park. For a relaxing day, spend time by Ayer’s Cliff Lake or indulge in a spa day at Spa Nordic Station.

Our family-friendly retreat is equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay, including:

• High-speed internet (120Mbps)
• Smart TV with Netflix (No cable)
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Coffee maker
• Dedicated office space
• Indoor wood-burning fireplace
• Veranda
• BBQ (available May to October)
• Free on-site parking


Before booking, please note:


• Parties are not permitted to ensure a peaceful atmosphere for all guests.
• Smoking/vaping is strictly prohibited indoors.
• We kindly ask guests to remove their shoes indoors.
• If traveling with pets, please prevent them from climbing on furniture.


We look forward to hosting your family for a memorable getaway!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- NO PARTIES ARE ALLOWED. - NO smoking/vaping inside - No shoes inside
- No food or drink in the bedrooms - No unregistered guest overnight - Do not leave food unattended (we don’t want little party crashers)
- Please do not leave your pet alone inside - Please pick up your pet's poop - NO pet on the furniture and beds please

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 307194, 2026-09-30

About the area

Ayers Cliff

Located in Ayers Cliff, this apartment is in the mountains and on a river. Vieux Clocher and International Museum of Naïve Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Merry House and Magog River Gorge. Rose des Champs and Fromagerie La Station are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ayer's CLiff, QC

What's nearby

  • Tomifobia Nature Trail - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lac Massawippi - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Vieux Clocher - 17 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Memphremagog Lake Beach - 18 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Escapades Memphrémagog - 18 min drive - 21.0 km

Getting around

  • Newport, VT (EFK-Newport State) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maurice - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wood's Snack Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cantine du Village - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Auberge Ayer's Cliff Restaurant - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect Winter Weekend Loft in the ❤️ of the Eastern Townships pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Perfect Winter Weekend Loft in the ❤️ of the Eastern Townships?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect Winter Weekend Loft in the ❤️ of the Eastern Townships?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Perfect Winter Weekend Loft in the ❤️ of the Eastern Townships located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Tomifobia Nature Trail and Lac Massawippi. Rose des Champs and LongChamp Academy & Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maria F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time exploring the Eastern Townships from this loft apartment. Our dogs were also at home in the fenced in backyard.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Host with the Most

Guillaume and Julette are warm and very ready to work with their guests. The apartment is inviting and has all we need. The neighborhood is lovely and the property itself is gorgeous! We have stayed here more than once already.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Ayer's Cliff

Very adorable and clean place located right in town. On the main road, but set back so the traffic wasn't too loud. Conveniently located near the center of town, well-stocked store within walking distance. The place had everything we needed and the bed was comfy. There was an issue with the Wi-Fi, which turned out to be a widespread issue that the owners were very responsive and communicative about. We enjoyed the stay and would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Endroit paisible et propre! Beau lac à proximité!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cadre enchanteur!

4 jours de retraite ressourçante au Wood Loft, je recommande !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eloïsa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Moment de detente !

Beau séjour près du Lac Massawippi avec des commodités à proximités et des beau sentier de marches a 10-15 minutes en voiture.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beau petit appartement chaleureux

Vraiment super agréable! Le propriétaire est super disponible. Parfait pour deux personnes.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely garden suite.

Picturesque garden suite. Very lovely spot, only regret is not staying longer. Plus we ran into the hosts on the way in, who were so sweet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michel E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bed

It is a very good place to visit Ayers Cliff but my fault I didn’t pay attention at the pictures and didn’t notice the latter to access the bed been 66 and older was risky for us to climb up there and forgot to go to the bathroom in the middle of the night , for younger people it’s perfect loft but older think about it The owners are great and very helpful Enjoy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lise L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Woodloft à découvrir!!!!

C’est remarquablement bien centré ce qui nous permet d’explorer la région, Magog, Standstead, North Hartley, etc…. Idéal comme camp de base. Restaurant super bon, tout est à porter de main. Tout a été excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely beautiful, the owners were very kind and informative.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy loft in Ayer's Cliff

Lovely, quiet, private and well appointed! Everything needed for a weekend escape from the city. The fire pit was the reason we chose it, but it provided both indoor and outdoor enjoyment! Plenty of books, TV with all the streaming, places to eat and enjoy a game of cards, cozy bed loft, well thought out kitchen equipment and tools... and attentive and helpful hosts. Perfect place to rest and recharge!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eliane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute loft for the perfect getaway weekend

Very great place to stay! Cozy, clean, and very relaxing. I would highly recommend :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loft original

L’arrivée s’est bien passée. Tout était bien expliqué. Les hôtes ont souvent communiqué avec nous pour être certains que tout allait bien. Très propre et bien situé. Le loft est bien garni avec tout le nécessaire. À recommander! Merci pour le popcorn! Ce fut apprécié!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

jean-claude M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Très bien

Accès difficile au plan d’eau..plage 15$ par jour en cette période de l’année
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylvain L., St-Gabriel-de-Valcartier

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bel hébergement et service impeccable

Bel hébergement, propre et beau design Réponses très rapides des propriétaires lorsque nous avions des questions. Nous avons mis cinq étoiles pour la localisation pour ceux qui souhaite être au cœur des activités touristiques. L'avantage est par contre d'être tranquille lorsqu'on revient à l'hébergement. Merci aux propriétaires et nous recommandons chaleureusement cet hébergement :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monic L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy ,comfy , and clean

Notre week-end était parfait! Et cela même si il a plut les deux jours et que nous n'avions pas d'auto... Très beau loft, impeccable, tout est à la portée. Très calme même si près d'une route. Petit village charmant avec toutes les commodités.Le resto-bar de l'Auberge sert d'excellents repas. Par contre l'échelle pour aller à la mezzanine pose un petit problème pour une personne âgée. C'est le seul petit hic! La causeuse pourrait être remplacée par un divan-lit et ce serait bien. Merci à Guillaume et Juliette. Nous reviendrons sûrement... À bientôt!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

chantal l., Montreal

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wood loft que de bons souvenirs!

Nous avons passé une belle semaine dans ce loft chaleureux. Très bien situé avec une superbe cour! Tout était à proximité et vous ne manquerez de rien car il y a tout ce qu'il vous faut dans le loft. Les propriétaires répondent rapidement aux questions. Je recommande!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Tellement une belle place calme et romantique
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay!

Had a lovely stay! Home was adorable, clean, and cozy. Host was very responsive and helpful! Slept great in the loft - you do need to use a ladder but it’s sturdy and we could sit up in the loft area comfortably. Would certainly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amniance
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurence L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent séjour

Excellent séjour. La propriété était magnifique et très accueillante. Les propriétaires sont très sympathiques. Très bon emplacement. Je recommande fortement.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Le sryle est different des autres types de gîte
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little tiny home

I stayed 8 nights and it was well situated close to so many attractions, groceries, restaurants, cafe and 20 minutes from other cute villages. The home was cozy and had everything I needed and more. Guillaume was responsive and thoughtful. I wish that the beach were truly accessible by foot but I think for safety reasons it would not have been a good idea to walk it… a truly perfect stay !
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Deborah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place with impractical bed

It was a pleasure communicating with Guillaume. The space is as cute as the photos. It is very comfortable for 2 people. However the bed in the loft is an issue. There are no railings and it is impossible for the person on the far side of the ladder to get out without climbing over the other person.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Guillaume Ferber

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We are a couple from Montréal who fell for the Eastern Townships one summer day while biking from Sherbrooke to Montréal. When we stopped in Ayer’s Cliff, we felt something special: the warmth of the people, the calm of the lake, and that rare mix of nature and life that makes you want to stay. Years later, we came back and never really left.

Hosting for us is about sharing that same feeling. We have traveled a lot, sometimes to faraway cities and sometimes to quiet corners of the world, and every stay taught us something about what makes a place feel like home. A soft blanket, a good book, sunlight through the trees. It is the small things that matter.

We love biking through the countryside, finding hidden coffee shops, getting lost in local bookstores, hiking in the hills, and skiing when the snow returns. These are the moments we hope you will find here too.

We speak French, English, and Chinese, and our philosophy is simple: hospitality should feel natural, sincere, and effortless, like being welcomed by a friend who knows exactly what makes you feel at ease.

Why they chose this property

We discovered Ayer’s Cliff during a bike trip from Sherbrooke to Montréal and immediately fell in love with its charm. The village sits by Lake Massawippi, surrounded by rolling hills, forests, and winding country roads that invite long rides and peaceful walks. What drew us most was the balance between tranquility and life: the morning hum of the café on Main Street, the laughter drifting from the park by the lake, and the friendly faces that make you feel part of the community from the first visit.

Living here means being close to everything we love. We can bike through scenic routes, stop by local coffee shops and bookshops, and enjoy seasonal farmers’ markets filled with regional flavors. In summer, the lake is perfect for swimming or paddleboarding; in autumn, the hills glow with color; and when winter comes, skiing and cozy evenings by the fire become part of the rhythm of life.

Ayer’s Cliff may be small, but it has a big heart. There is always something to enjoy, whether it’s a quiet sunrise over the water or the village coming alive during summer festivals. We chose this neighborhood because it reflects exactly what we value: authenticity, warmth, and the simple joy of feeling at home in a beautiful place.

What makes this property unique

Our property stands out for its character, warmth, and authenticity. Nestled in the heart of the Eastern Townships, it combines the charm of a century-old home with the comfort of modern amenities. Every detail has been thoughtfully designed to create a space that feels both welcoming and inspiring, whether guests come to rest, reconnect with nature, or explore the nearby lakes and villages. The interior blends rustic textures with contemporary touches, creating a harmonious balance between tradition and simplicity. From the carefully restored wood floors to the curated selection of books and local artwork, the house tells a story of quiet elegance and timeless beauty.

Guests often describe it as a place that feels like home from the moment they arrive. It offers privacy and tranquility while remaining within walking distance of cafes, shops, and scenic walking trails. The space is bright and airy, yet cozy and intimate during the colder months, especially when the wood stove is lit and the air fills with the warmth of the fire.

What truly sets this property apart is the atmosphere it evokes: peaceful mornings with coffee by the window, long evenings gathered around the table, and an unmistakable sense of calm that invites guests to slow down and savor the moment. Whether staying for a romantic weekend, a family retreat, or a creative escape, visitors find a place where simplicity and comfort meet in perfect balance. It is not just a place to stay; it is a place to breathe, reflect, and feel grounded in the beauty of the surroundings.

Languages:

English, French, Chinese (Mandarin)