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Wakefield,
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Imagine a place so serene and yet so conveniently
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Innkeeper: Robert Milling
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60 Mill Road
Wakefield, Quebec
Canada, J0X 3G0 |
| Tel 888 567 1838 |
| Fax 819 459 1697 |
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| www.wakefieldmill.com |
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Discover the relaxed charm the Wakefield Mill Inn, an authentic
Quecbec auberge and the only country inn accommodation surrounded
by the natural beauty of renowned Gatineau Park. This
heritage-designed 1838 stone mill straddles what many consider the
most picturesque waterfall in the Gatineau-just ask the countless
painters and photographers who visit to capture this magical
combination of history and scenic splendour. The Wakefield Mill's
rooms are rich in historic ambiance, and the excellent dining
experience includes both regional Quebec and traditional French
cuisines.
An incomparable setting and serenity have made the
inn a preferred location for romantic occasions, from weddings to
anniversaries. Modern business facilities with historic charm, and
a location just 25 minutes from downtown Ottawa, make the
Wakefield Mill conducive to peaceful and productive meetings. The
Wakefield Mill is happy to serve guests in English and in French.
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Accommodations |
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Guest accommodations at the Wakefield Mill Inn are
distinctive-from rooms with exposed rock walls to suites within a
renovated grain silo-and are perfect for that romantic getaway.
Some rooms overlook the plunging waterfall of the La Pêche River,
while other rooms overlook Gatineau Park. Some rooms are
wheelchair accessible and all rooms are serviced by an elevator
(except for the loft rooms). All rooms have satellite television,
air-conditioning, separate phone/modem lines, queen or king beds
and four-piece bathrooms.
The inn's public areas are decorated with scenes from the rich
history of the Outaouais region and the Gatineau Hills. In
addition to sitting areas within the guest rooms, the inn has a
relaxing piano lounge overlooking the falls. Here, guests read,
listen to live piano music on weekends, and enjoy service from the
gleaming, hand-crafted cherry wood bar.
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Dining |
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Guests dine in the 60-seat Penstock Dining Room, where much
attention and effort is focused on meeting and surpassing dining
expectations. The Wakefield Mill Inn has already earned a wide
reputation in the Ottawa area for excellent cuisine. Our premier
dining room is embraced by one-metre-thick stone walls and warmed
by a large, open-hearth fireplace. Wakefield Mill dining emphasize
fine French and Quebecois cuisine, flavoured with international
nuances. The wine selection focuses on hard-to-find fine wines
from smaller vineyards in France and other countries. Desserts
include traditional treats as well as new approaches to mouth
watering sweets. The culinary team is particularly proud of a
varied and particular selection of cheeses.
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Recreation |
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Step outside the inn's front door to spectacularly scenic Gatineau
Park: 30,000 acres of unspoiled forest, lakes and rivers. By foot,
bicycle, canoe or by ski, discover park wildlife, secluded beaches,
caves, quiet trails or canoe routes: 250 kilometres of trails beg to
be explored. Both downhill and cross-country skiing are excellent.
Wakefield Mill Inn is just minutes from three 18-hole golf courses. During the spring, many guests enjoy visits
to local maple syrup operations and during autumn, the Gatineau is
a popular place for foliage tours.
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Local Attractions
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From May 'til October, take a journey back in time. An historic
turn-of-the-century steam train regularly travels from Hull to
Wakefield and takes guests on a 90-minute ride along the
breathtaking bends of the Gatineau River. Local villages such as
Wakefield and Chelsea are well known for good shopping, art
galleries and antique shops.
The Wakefield Mill Inn is just 25 minutes from downtown Ottawa,
the Parliament Buildings, National Gallery and National Arts
Centre; Casino Lac Leamy is also close by.
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Directions |
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From Ottawa: Take Highway 5 and follow the signs for Maniwaki.
After about 20 minutes, Highway 5 comes to an end at a stop sign.
Turn right and then make an immediate left at the traffic lights
onto Highway 105 North. After about 8 kilometres, you'll veer to
the right at the Wakefield turnoff. At the bottom of the hill,
turn left onto Riverside Drive. Turn left onto Mill Road and you
will quickly see the Wakefield Mill.
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Memberships |
Wakefield
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Tourism Quebec
2002 |
Chamber of Commerce, Quebec |
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