| A Summer's Day at Les Terres Mahon |
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| The morning mist is still lifting off the Gatineau River as |
| you step out onto the wide, covered porch of the main |
| house. With a coffee in hand, you settle into a chair and |
| watch the water flow by--a view made even grander by the |
| front extension that spans both levels of this 1800s home. |
| There is a profound sense of history here; you aren't just |
| sitting in a house, you're sitting within a story that has |
| been unfolding for over a century. |
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| The air is already warm, promising a perfect summer day in |
| the Gatineau Hills. You glance across the yard to the |
| second property--a sturdy, all-wood retreat sitting on its |
| brand-new poured concrete foundation. Last night, your |
| guests (or perhaps your long-term tenants) were enjoying |
| the quiet rustic charm of their own private space, complete |
| with its own holding tank and that cozy wood stove that |
| anchors the living area. |
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| A Morning of Exploration |
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| By 10:00 AM, you've crossed the quiet road to your own |
| private riverfront lot. You launch a kayak into the gentle |
| current, paddling toward the famous red covered bridge. The |
| history of the municipality is visible in every timber and |
| stone foundation you pass. For a moment, you imagine the |
| old vapour train whistling in the distance, a relic of the |
| era when this land first became a community. |
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| An Afternoon of Vitality |
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| Returning home, you decide to stay active. Within 10 |
| minutes, you could be at the local stables for a horseback |
| ride through the mountain trails, or cycling the scenic |
| bike paths that connect the historical homes of the area. |
| Instead, you take a short, breezy walk into the heart of |
| the village. |
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| Everything you need is within reach: |
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| The Essentials: A quick stop at the local bakery for fresh |
| sourdough and the grocery store for dinner supplies. |
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| The Perks: A latte at your favorite coffee shop while |
| waving to neighbors. |
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| Peace of Mind: Knowing the hospital and essential services |
| are just 5 minutes away. |
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| Evening at the Mill |
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| As the sun begins to dip, you take the short drive--less |
| than 10 minutes--to the Wakefield Mill. After a world-class |
| meal overlooking the falls, you return to Les Terres Mahon. |
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| The house is honest about its age; it wears its history in |
| its weathered wood and original details. It's a property |
| that asks for a steward--someone who sees the noble |
| materials and the soul beneath the surface. This home is |
| truly authentic and is looking for an owner to share its |
| spirit. |
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| You finish the day back on the porch, watching the |
| fireflies dance between the two homes. Whether you're |
| utilizing the second house as a mortgage helper or a family |
| guest house, the lifestyle here is one of "quiet luxury" |
| found in nature and heritage. You aren't just buying a |
| home; you're inheriting a piece of the river's history. |