Eco-studio at Maïa Gardens

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 233 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Portneuf, QC

Marina de Portneuf8 min drive
Centre Nature St-Basile de Portneuf9 min drive
Québec, QC (YQB-Jean Lesage Intl.)42 min drive
La Domaine Joly de Lotbiniere84 min drive

Nous avons passé trop peu de temps. Une destination que nous revisiterons certainement. Hôte très accueillant.

Christian

Sep 30, 2023

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

About this property

Come and experience a unique stay in an ecological studio surrounded by large diversified fruit and vegetable gardens and ponds along the Portneuf river. The studio is a bright and open space with high ceilings, a living room, kitchenette and sleeping area (sofa bed), separate bathroom with shower and a compost toilet. Enjoy the peace and quiet in the heart of nature, with many nearby activities such as sightseeing in Québec city, local markets and trekking at nearby national parks. The main house is made of straw with solar panels.

The studio is an open concept with one large room (22 x 12 feet) for the kitchenette, dining room, living room with a comfortable sofa bed. The bathroom is separate with all you need - a shower, sink, toilet, cabinet for clothes and linens. The main door opens directly on the garden level where you can walk and relax on the property and enjoy nature. There is a bistro table with chairs, a plateforme with a hamac and picnic table, a rocking bench overlooking the river and a yoga plateforme for you to use to enjoy your stay here.

Please note that the studio has a compost toilet (without odor) and that Internet is not wifi but cabled, with adaptors provided to connect to a laptop with a USB entry slot, USB-C and for an iPhone.

When you rent the studio, you support the development of the Maïa Gardens, a start up project in human and ecological permaculture. Thanks!

Property manager

Benoit Trudel

Languages

French

Amenities

Kitchen

Dryer

Outdoor space

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number 2024-09-30, 307099

About the area

Portneuf

Located in Portneuf, this apartment is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Marina de Portneuf and Centre Nature St-Basile de Portneuf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Saint Lawrence River and Saint-Anne River Gorge. Jardins Floressens and La Vallee Secrete are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking and other activities like skiing.

Portneuf, QC

What's nearby

Marina de Portneuf - 8 min drive
Centre Nature St-Basile de Portneuf - 9 min drive
Vieux Presbytere Deschambault - 12 min drive
Village Vacances Valcartier - 54 min drive
La Domaine Joly de Lotbiniere - 84 min drive

Getting around

Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

Resto-Gare - 6 min drive
Bistro la Ferme - 12 min drive
Pizzéria Hotel Paquet - 5 min drive
Restaurant le Littoral - 8 min drive
Casse-croute du cap - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Eco-studio at Maïa Gardens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Eco-studio at Maïa Gardens?

As of 18 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Eco-studio at Maïa Gardens on 18 June 2024 start from NZ$210.16, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Eco-studio at Maïa Gardens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eco-studio at Maïa Gardens?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Eco-studio at Maïa Gardens located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Marina de Portneuf, Saint Lawrence River and Centre Nature St-Basile de Portneuf. Vieux Presbytere Deschambault and Dansereau Centre are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Communication

10/10 Excellent

Christian

30 September 2023

Liked: Amenities

Nous avons passé trop peu de temps. Une destination que nous revisiterons certainement. Hôte très accueillant.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elly

2 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

We went for the eco responsable stay. The owner is super welcoming. The experience was great.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles

26 January 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Très charmant studio écologique, paisible, spacieux et avec toutes les commodités, avec un hôte fantastique!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Benoit Trudel

I recently purchased this eco-house in April 2021 and layed out extensive fruit and vegetable gardens with permaculture design, and integrative approach with nature. Many volunteers have come to lend a helping hand and learn about ecology and organic farming. Renting the house is also important to provide a window into this unique lifestyle for visitors to enjoy during their short stays.

Prior to that, and this is reflected in the studio with many asian treasures, I lived and worked in Asia in international development helping small producers develop their products and access to markets. We look forward to welcome you at Maïa Gardens.

Why they chose this property

Food and energy self sufficiency, ecology, organic farming, healthy living are all themes that have become central to people in times of crisis. This house and its studio is one model of how to make this happen, and what it can be like to live in an ecological environment. In all seasons, the gardens are also examples of the extensive and delicious fruits and vegetables that we can grow in cold climates such as that of Québec. The studio and the house are both spacious, bright and comfortable ready to provide you with a memorable experience.

What makes this property unique

We are 30 minutes away from Québec city and Trois-Rivières and 2 hours from Montreal. There are also many activities possible nearby:

Summer
- The Saturday market in Deschambault
- The hiking and fat bike trails at the nearby Portneuf Park
- The St-Laurence marina in Portneuf
- Many surrounding parks for nature lovers

Winter
- Centre de ski Neuf just 5 km away (cross-country, hiking, fat-bike and snow-shoeing)
- St-Basile Nature Center – 6 km (snow tubing, snow shoeing, cross-country, fat-bike)
- Generations Park of Cap-Santé 13 km (cross-country skiing, ice trail)
- St-Raymond Ski Center – 25 km (snow tubing, cross-country and downhill skiing, snow shoeing)
- Vallée Bras du Nord – 50 km (ice canyoning)
- Stoneham Mountain Resort – 80 km (downhill skiing)

Nearby necessities
- 2 km from Intermarché supermarket
- Many restaurants nearby including the best pizza at Pizzeria Paquet, a restaurant in Deschambault, Sushi Nagano in Pont-Rouge and many local breweries and other bistros