Val-David Vacation Rentals

Val-David is a predominantly French-speaking small town of 5,200 residents known for its hospitality, traditional cuisine, and a lively arts and culture scene. It offers year round activities for your entire family to enjoy, especially if you’re outdoor lovers - you’ll be able to partake in everything from biking to telemark skiing, and just about everything in between. Popular annual events in the Val-David area include Igloofest every January and the Just for Laughs Festival each July, both held in nearby Montreal.

Flanked by numerous lakes and the Rivière du Nord, Val-David provides accommodation options ranging from charming bed-and-breakfast rooms in beautiful log chalets, and sleek apartments offering mountain views, to inviting waterfront homes ready to welcome you and your family or friends. Some lodging will also be pet-friendly, while others will offer conveniences like washer/dryers, barbecue facilities, and/or terraces or balconies for you to enjoy some downtime.

A Variety of Dining Out Experiences in Val-David

Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and terrace dining, the upscale La Table des Gourmets restaurant serves specialities like duck and Quebec halibut. Family-friendly Rotisserie Au Petit Poucet is known for their breakfast and generous portions, while funky C'est la Vie Cafe offers salads and sandwiches.

Restaurant L’Epicurieux showcases a tasting menu where you can discover your new favourite foods, while Bistro Station B is a lively gastropub offering delicious French onion soup and smoked salmon filet with pasta. La Mie Richard is a great place to stop for a freshly baked loaf of bread or pastry.

Checking Out the Vibrant Val-David Arts & Culture Scene

Val-David is home to a very active artisan community working across a variety of mediums. Creations Bendigo offers wood carvings, the Martine Cyr Gallery offers the founder's original paintings, plus there’s Les Étains Chaudron Pewter and the delicate creations at Lolipop Glass Jewelry.

Centre d'exposition de Val-David regularly showcases local artists, and the beautiful La Clef des Champs gardens are open to the public from mid-July to mid-August. You can pick up a self-guided heritage and public art tour walking map from the Gare de Val-David tourist office.

Exploring Things to Do In & Around Val-David

From Val-David, it’s a quick 90km drive to Montreal or 185 km from Ottawa. Le Village du Pere Noël is sure to enchant your little ones during the holiday season or with its summertime water park. Family-oriented Ski Vallee Bleue offers beginner runs, lessons, and rentals. Parc régional de Val-David-Val-Morin has an array of hiking paths, mountain biking trails, cross-country ski routes and tons of rock climbing for all skill levels, plus panoramic countryside views. Lac Doré has ice skating and hockey games on its frozen waters during the winter season.

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