This luxury contemporary house located in Cap-à-l'aigle (La Malbaie), in Charlevoix, offers a unique stay experience. The ascent of the hill, then of the staircase of the house, allows these impressive views of the river, the Malbaie River estuary and the Mont des Eboulements. Upstairs, the heart of the house, housed between the evening terrace and the morning terrace, offers panoramic views of the exceptional setting of Charlevoix.

Two heaped blocks of ice lie in the clearing. Abandoned by the torrent, scarred by hardship, vulnerable to the sun's assaults, they merge and embrace in a final embrace. Sometimes crystalline, sometimes downy, their whiteness celebrates the light, their transparency evokes their distant source. Hints of tundra, promises of life, cover the soothed blocks with their quilt. L'Embâcle is a tribute to the North, and to the conquest of the North.

Bernard Serge Gagné, architect, ABCP

Climbing up the hill, then the staircase to the house, offers impressive views of the river, the Malbaie estuary and Mont des Éboulements. This contemporary luxury home in Cap-à-l'aigle (La Malbaie), Charlevoix, offers a unique living experience. On the first floor, the heart of the house, nestled between the evening and morning terraces, offers panoramic views of Charlevoix's exceptional scenery. Dining room, kitchen and living room spread out under a bleached wood ceiling. At the rear, a boudoir offers a place to relax on the forest side. On the garden level, nestled beneath the upper volume in the intimacy of the clearing, the pool, terrace and spa offer a pleasant place to relax, protected from the wind and bathed in sunshine. The bright bedrooms also benefit from the intimacy of the undergrowth.

Occupancy

• Sleeps 8 adults and 4 children: 1 king bedroom; 2 queen bedrooms; 1 family room or children's dormitory with 1 queen bed + 2 bunk beds (sleeps 4).
• Private bathrooms with Italian shower and toilet, bright, glade-side.
• Bathroom for family room/dormitory with bathtub and changing table.

Swimming pool

• Heated outdoor pool overlooking the clearing.
• 3 m x 6 m x 1.2 m deep.
• Surrounded by a 1.2 m high fence/wall for children's safety.
• Open from May 15 to September 15.
• Deckchairs and beach towels provided.

Spa

• Outdoor spa (jacuzzi) open year-round.
• Capacity for 8 people at a time.
• Intimate setting overlooking the clearing.
• Lid easy to open but locked for children's safety.

Kitchen

• Huge kitchen, fully equipped with all appliances (induction hob, conventional oven, microwave oven, dishwasher, blender, toaster, 2 fondue pans, 2 raclette ovens, etc.).
• Espresso coffee machine with grinder, plunger coffee maker, filter coffee maker). Tea accessories (kettle and teapot)
• Cocktail bar, drinks fridge and bar sink.

Meals

• Open dining room with teak table and chairs, seating 12.
• Seating for 4 on stools on the adjacent island.
• Terrace for morning coffee on green roof, facing east, with view of the river.
• Evening terrace on green roof, facing west, with views of the Malbaie estuary, the river and the clearing. Equipped with gas BBQ and table for 12 for outdoor meals.
• Plates and bowls, cutlery, serving dishes, water/wine/beer/champagne glasses, seafood tools, egg cups, etc.
• Unbreakable crockery for children.
• One high chair and one toddler chair (convertible into a high chair).

Lounge

• Impressive view of the Malbaie estuary, the river and Mont des Éboulements (center of the Charlevoix crater).
• Wood-burning fireplace (wood supplied)
• Large, comfortable sectional sofa for various seating arrangements.
• Individual armchairs.
• Digital device recharging unit and mobile speaker (Bose)

Boudoir

• Upright piano.
• Mobile armchairs.
• Large adjoining 2-seater desk, ideal for telecommuting.

Children's corner

• Poufs, reading areas.
• Board games and books.
• 55'' smart TV with guest mode and access to your usual broadcast services.
• Wifi stereo speakers.

Comfort

• Underfloor heating throughout and centralized ventilation throughout the house.
• Air conditioning. Smart thermostats in every room.
• Fireplace on upper floor.
• Linen, towels (bath, hand, face and beach), bathrobes and soap provided.
• Privacy shades and blackout curtains in bedrooms for those late mornings.
• 1 universal electric vehicle charger in private parking lot (4 spaces).
• Wifi Internet access, smart TV, Wifi speakers and home automation.
• USB and USBC sockets in bedrooms and living areas.
• Entrance checkroom with ski racks.
• Outdoor sheltered bike rack.

Safety

• Smoke, carbon monoxide and water leak detectors.
• Exterior camera, interior motion detectors and door motion sensors.
• Fire extinguishers on each floor.
• First-aid kit.
• Electronic keypad locks with unique codes for each reservation.
• High fence around pool. Limited-opening windows.
• Child gate at top of stairs.

Code of conduct

• Very quiet resort neighborhood, surrounded by forest and other luxury tourist residences.
• No visitors allowed beyond maximum capacity of 12.
• Maximum 8 adults. The 2 bunk beds (4 people) are for children only.
• No excessive noise.
• No outside music. Local residents come here to relax.
• Reservations required per person aged 30 and over. Identification may be required, and reservations not complying with this rule may be cancelled.
• 2000 security deposit pre-authorized on day of arrival and released 7 days after departure.
• Pets allowed except cats. Pets are welcome in the house and are held to the same standards as everyone else in a luxury home, with top-of-the-range equipment and furnishings. The house and grounds must be left clean, free of excrement and mess. You are the best judge of your pet's behavior.
• Arrivals (check-in) from 4:00 pm
• Departures (check- in) before 11:00am