Village Grande Nature Chic-Chocs
The enchanting Village Grande Nature Chic-Chocs is dominated by the Chic-Choc Mountains and located just a few kilometres from Cap-Chat in Gaspésie. Take a break in the great outdoors and stay in one of our comfortable cabins or at our Lodge, where you can enjoy tons of outdoor activities. Village Grande Nature Chic-Chocs is a three-star resort and won the gohotels.com Outstanding Service Award in 2017.
All of that combined with our fine cuisine, welcoming bar and breathtaking view of the Chic-Choc Mountains will guarantee an unforgettable stay! What’s more, Village Grande Nature Chic-Chocs is committed to providing exceptional customer service in both French and English.
Mission
Our mission is to offer our guests a rustic and comfortable stay at the heart of a former village nestled in the mountain wilderness that is the Chic-Choc Mountains, where they can take part in a wide range of activities, year-round.
The story
Not many people know the true story behind Village Grande Nature Chic-Chocs, which (believe it or not) is located on the site of a former Gaspésian village, Saint-Octave-de-l’Avenir! At its peak, the village was home to 1,124 inhabitants.
Closed in 1971, the village has served various functions over the years, including a training camp for Air Force, Army and Navy cadets. It has also been a favourite location for folk music festivals.
Traces of the Past
Two buildings still bear witness to the existence of Saint-Octave-de-l’Avenir and its people. The convent and church are priceless heritage gems that evoke the past.
Village Grande Nature Chic-Chocs not only boasts an authentic former village feel, but guests get the chance to travel back in time!
If you’re interested in finding out more about Saint-Octave-de-l’Avenir’s past, visit the Corporation des anciens de Saint-Octave-de-l’Avenir website (information available in French only).