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If André Desrochers and his wife and partner Marie-Josée have been running the La Maison Verte guesthouse and campground in Pointe-à-la-Croix for 26 years as of 2023, it's because they have a passion for holidays. Not their own, of course, but those of the thousands of travellers and vacationers who have stayed at their property since then.

 
Encounters here are welcoming and genuine, and shared moments matter to the hosts. Native to the region, they proudly represent and promote the community's way of life. André graduated from Cégep de Matane in Tourism. During his 18-month program, he gained practical experience across a wide range of fields. He knows the region and its attractions well and can therefore serve as an excellent guide for visitors.

 André Desrochers, owner

The La Maison Verte guesthouse in Pointe-à-la-Croix, Gaspésie, where the Baie-des-Chaleurs begins, offers three sumptuous rooms as well as two small apartments and a larger one for rent. The bright rooms overlook nature.

   
It occupies a century-old house, built in 1920 by a wealthy American as a seasonal vacation home and moved from the banks of the Restigouche by André Desrochers' family in 1978. Set on new foundations, the house was rented out for several years until André and Marie-Josée undertook to transform it into a guesthouse in 1997.

All around the house, several restful spots have been created under the trees, around flower boxes or near fire pits, allowing vacationers to relax while enjoying nature.

Note that major renovation work was carried out in 2020 and 2021, during the COVID pandemic, when tourist accommodations were not accessible.

  
In addition, the guesthouse offers two chalets set slightly back on the banks of the Petite rivière-du-Loup. They are rented fully equipped, bedding included.

Make way for nature camping
As for the neighbouring campground, which belonged to the Desrochers family, it was established a long time ago but closed in 1965.

 
It was with the opening of the guesthouse that things really got going again. The site offers over 125 naturally laid-out campsites. The land is landscaped to respect the trees and the natural contours of the forest. What's more, tree clearing is minimal, and each site is unique, respecting the mature flora and fauna on the property. Located in a stunningly beautiful setting on the banks of the Petite rivière-du-Loup, a small, tranquil trout stream, the campground offers sites with one to three hookups.

 
As André Desrochers points out, this campground is run more like a park than a vacation camp. There are no blaring loudspeakers or activity leaders organizing pétanque tournaments. Of all the campers, only two are seasonal. The site is open from late April to mid-November. A maritime microclimate ensures mild and pleasant temperatures most of the time. Sheltered from the sometimes very strong winds of the Baie-des-Chaleurs, camping here is peaceful. And as an added bonus, there are views of the mountain and the river.

 
A strategic crossroads for travellers
Located a few minutes from Campbelton, Nouveau-Brunswick, La Maison Verte in Gaspésie sits at the meeting point of three routes: the road from Québec via Matapédia, Route 132 which circles the Gaspésie peninsula, and the bridge to Nouveau-Brunswick and the Maritimes.

 
The possibilities for activities in the surrounding area are endless, since La Maison Verte in Gaspésie is located where several culturally distinct territories meet. It's well worth the detour.

 
The hosts take the time to guide visitors to local activities and businesses. There's no doubt that the presence of numerous visitors at La Maison Verte has a significant and positive impact on the local economy.

 
Gîte et chalets La Maison Verte
lamaisonverte-gaspesie.com
216, chemin de la Petite-Rivière-du-Loup
Pointe-à-la-Croix (QC) G0C 1L0
418-788-2342

Camping Gaspésien La Maison Verte
lamaisonverte-gaspesie.com/camping-2
79, rue des Méandres
Pointe-à-la-Croix (Qc) G0C 1L0
418-788-2342

Barbara and Phil Thibodeau built from scratch, without a pun intended, this imposing residence assembled piece by piece, serving as a Bed & Breakfast by the sea in Pointe-Verte, New Brunswick. They named it Gîte Toutes Saisons (All Seasons B&B) to express their desire to make it a welcoming place all year round.

Each of the four rooms bears an evocative name: Summer Sunset, Autumn Sunrise, Winter Refuge, Spring Serenade.

Located between Bathurst and Campbelton, the B&B began welcoming travelers in 2000. A few years earlier, this site was just a large two-acre lot without any development. After acquiring it in 1999, they undertook to build a large house and develop the land to reflect their values and passion, with the added bonus of immediate proximity to the sea with its tides, sunrises, and aquatic birdlife.

Phil and Barbara hired local labor to build their B&B. This local cedar wood cottage, entirely designed by the owners, is a place of serenity in the Baie des Chaleurs.

Nature lovers, the hosts have a strong ecological conscience. They practice sound waste and food resource management, sourcing locally as much as possible, and highlighting local artisans. They opted for underfloor heating, which only heats occupied spaces during the day to reduce energy consumption.

With undeniable social commitment, Phil (originally from Bathurst) and Barbara (born in Ontario) are hosts who share their culture with authenticity and generosity. They sit down at the table with travelers and share life anecdotes and diverse knowledge. Phil has long participated in the multicultural committee aimed at fostering exchange between locals and immigrants, in addition to volunteering to accompany the sick. They are passionate about promoting change in their community. Barbara retired a few years ago from a teaching career in Chatham, Ontario.

The only house rules are: arrive when you want, go to bed when you are tired, get up when you are well-rested, and eat when you are hungry! The four rooms are spacious and cozy, inviting peaceful sleep. A fine cook, Phil will surprise you with a delicious local breakfast at the large table in their beautiful rustic dining room. "Phil loves preparing meals for people," explains Barbara. He is in his element in the kitchen. "You should see him go when we have family over during the holidays or when we welcome groups to the B&B," she adds.

They have many stories to tell, which they share authentically and simply with their guests. They raised a beautiful family of four children, one of whom still resides in Acadia while three are in Ontario. One of their granddaughters, a professional cook, has already shown interest in taking over from her grandparents when they decide to pass the torch. Phil is 83 and Barbara is 78. Even though they are in relatively good health, the day will come when they will have to think about resting and living peaceful days. Owning and managing a B&B for nearly 25 years is no easy feat.

Several services are included in the accommodation rate, including breakfast, Wi-Fi, direct access to the sea and beach, gardens, parking, etc.

What is certain is that a stay with these open-minded and welcoming people guarantees good times and happy memories.

Gîte Toutes saisons B&B
relaxseaside.com
10, rue des Oiseaux
Pointe-Verte (NB)
(506) 783-3122