Two does in the snow-covered forest.
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Nature & Wildlife - In Tune with Nature

Set within 30 acres of gardens, woodland and pristine shoreline, Manoir Hovey follows the rhythms of Lake Massawippi and the changing seasons. Here, nature is more than a backdrop—it is part of every moment.

Birdsong at first light, a deer quietly emerging from the woods, or the ever-changing reflections on the lake invite you to slow down, take notice and reconnect with the natural world.

A heron in the middle of a pond.
Nature All Around

Between Lake, Gardens & Forest

Step outside the Manoir and nature is everywhere. Gardens slope gently toward Lake Massawippi, while the surrounding woods provide a peaceful habitat for a remarkable variety of wildlife.

Deer, foxes, beavers and otters occasionally make an appearance, while herons, birds of prey and migratory species animate the skies and shoreline. Together, they make the estate a natural haven for wildlife throughout the seasons.

A red squirrel perched on a branch in a snow-covered woodland.
Pause & Take Notice

Unexpected Encounters

Away from the pace of everyday life, the estate offers the rare luxury of quiet—time to notice the small moments that might otherwise pass unseen.

Leaves rustling in the trees, a fleeting movement in the woods, a bird calling in the distance or the stillness of the lake at dusk. Here, sometimes all it takes is to look, listen and let nature surprise you.

A bald eagle perched among the trees.
Through the Seasons

An Ever-Changing Landscape

In spring, the forest comes alive. Summer envelops the estate in lush greenery before autumn transforms the hills surrounding Lake Massawippi into brilliant shades of crimson, amber and gold. In winter, snow and silence reveal an entirely different landscape.

Each season offers a new way to experience the nature that surrounds us.

Seasons at Manoir Hovey

Thanksgiving Brunch

Celebrate Thanksgiving with brunch at Manoir Hovey.

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