Auberge Restaurant La Mara in Saint-Joseph-de-Ham-Sud
127 Chem. Gosford S, Saint-Joseph-de-Ham-Sud, QC J0B 3J0, Canada
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Rustic rooms in a country inn with an upscale restaurant & 10 acres of grounds with trails.
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Our family had the most relaxing visit! We stayed in the quaint little studio which has large windows looking out over the swimming pond, and spa area. Valerie, the chef and host, is charming and makes everyone feel relaxed. The auberge is made from historic buildings and decorated with charming antiques. The property is lush with trees and flowers and paths. It has a screened gazebo area. There is pond to swim in and a sauna and two hot tubs. A perfect way to unwind. The breakfast was delicious. I had the French toast with maple butter and fresh fruit. So yummy! We also enjoyed a wonderful fish and chips dinner. The studio was perfect for our family of 4 with a clean and comfortable amenities and a queen, a full, and a pull out couch.
We had an AMAZING wedding at this charming spot off the beaten path. Valerie was incredibly helpful with suggestions-options when we were planning for a group of 40. The food-menu was fantastic, as were all the peripheral services and of course the beautiful peaceful location. My wife and I recommend this place highly.
We had low expectations as we approached this place, located on a gravel road, in the middle of nowhere. Turned out to be a great place to stay, and the dinner blew us away. We stayed in the Queen suite, and highly recommend it-beautiful outlook on the garden, large room with sitting area and great beds, ensuite bath, funky decor and very quiet. The whole place is quiet! Other rooms we saw looked just as nice so do not hesitate to come here for the rooms. The dinner was outstanding. Multi course, all properly prepared and delicious,as one would find in a 4 star French restaurant. Bring your own wine, stay for more than 1 night. Breakfast was lovely. All prepared and served by our hostess herself-thanks so much for a lovely stay!
Auberge La Mara was a lucky find for us! It was a cozy and comfortable place to wind down from a busy vacation. We had dinner and breakfast in the restaurant. The ingredients are locally sourced whenever possible and expertly prepared. We could not have asked for a better experience. Valerie, the owner, hostess, chef, wait staff, cleaning staff, etc. is a sweetheart and she took very good care of us. The rain kept us from exploring the lush forest and trails on the property. Valerie is good, but the weather is beyond her control.
This inn was very nice and welcoming. The first word that I thought of when I saw the inn and its surrounding is "quaint". It is rustic, charming and very comfortable. There are gardens outside with lounge chairs and a place to make a fire, which must be lovely in the evenings with all the birds chirping and insects buzzing. We took the large room with three separate beds and were happily surprised by the fact that these beds were separated in two different rooms that connect! It felt more intimate this way. The host was very friendly and welcoming, even though we arrived a bit late at around 9 pm. Breakfast was included with our night's stay. I assumed that it would be some cereal and bagels, the type of thing that we make ourselves and doesn't take much time, but it was not that at all. We were instead served a very lovely and delicious full breakfast (omelet with cheese, fruits, homemade jam, local organic apple juice and homemade hazelnut bread) made on order. It was truly scrumptious. The only things that I would comment on is that the beds were quite hard, so that is something to keep in mind if you prefer softer beds. Also, there were not a lot of hygienic products in the washroom. For instance, there was only one small soap for 3 adults for both hands and shower. Other than that everything was perfect and I would definitely come back here for a whole weekend to enjoy it more!
This is an remodelled house that was built around 1790. As with all old buildings, it has it’s creaks, uneven floors, and thin walls. Sitting in the lounge by the fireplace, I was reminded of old country lodges. The grounds around the auberge are a great place to just relax and take in the ambience. Daniel was a very warm and welcoming host. Daniel’s breakfasts were substantial and absolutely delicious. This was a great place from which to explore the Eastern Townships.
Awesome stay. The back room where we had dinner was very cozy. Host was fantastic. On top of that the other visitors were very nice too! Overall a great experience. We recommend having dinner there. We had the "table d'hôtes" and felt it was even better than our recent anniversary dinner. The locals go there for dinner too. My first time having rabbit! Taste like chicken. The rooms were old. Very old. So be prepared for that.
Went there for a family gathering/birthday. We had reserved all the rooms for a night and had the living room to ourselves. Although the dining room was open to the public, we had a separate room all to ourselves next to the living room. The setup was perfect. We really felt at home. The "bring your own wine/beer" concept is perfect for parties like these. The food served at dinner was really good. They even made a special for the kids (excellent locally made sausage). Breakfast was just as good as dinner. Beds were okay and of course, when you find yourself in a 200 year old house, walls are thin. This would be the only downside. But as we were all family, it didn't matter as much. All in all, a very "feel at home" place. I recommend it.
Beautiful little rustic inn which has charm if you forget the modern amenities. The meals and service are excellent!
A magnificent place to relax and unwind. The meals are excellent, the service impeccable and the innkeeper Valérie is super nice and friendly. The SPA course is a plus for relaxing. Thank you Valérie for your welcome.
It was just perfect. The warm welcome, the friendly service; Fine and excellent local food, the presentation of the dishes is just wow!! The warm room, all calm and gentle; The atmosphere that feels good. I highly recommend. Thank you La Mara
Magnificent accommodation in the middle of the countryside, seconds from Mont Ham. Very nice surprise to have discovered this superb place decorated with pretty decoration, a relaxing garden, a large common lounge, a Nordic spa and very atypical rooms. I recommend
Cleanliness 10/10 decorates 10/10 quiet 10/10 Super nice owner! A warm welcome. The decor is not left to chance, restaurant inside available, super clean rooms and bathrooms meticulously furnished and decorated. Superb outdoor locations for an evening with friends. Very quiet location surrounded by woods. I recommend!!! Rooms: Very very clean and ideally furnished. Nearby activities: Activities nearby Safety: Safe Food and drinks: Restaurant available
Great service! Good local food and the owner is very friendly :)
Charming discovery! Nice welcome, excellent lunch and tranquility.
Exceptional in every way; accommodation, catering, service.
Superb place, landscape worthy of a postcard from ancient times. Hiking package 4 course meal and 2 very excellent lunch. We will return there for sure. Thanks again Nearby activities: Mont Ham hike Food and drinks: Wild boar, rabbit, trout Noteworthy details: Old time style
Enchanting little corner. Relaxation guaranteed. Perfect place to be pampered by Valérie. Nearby activities: Right next to Mount Ham.
After a few years, I found the calm of the place again. Veronique is very welcoming and an outstanding cook! Special mention for Philemons professional and attentive service at the evening meal!
A completely exceptional place Valérie the owner as well as Philémon will make you live an unforgettable moment with a 4 service table cooked by the owner herself, when you enter the inn you have the impression of going back 200 years, You want to relax and give your taste buds an unforgettable experience, I highly recommend the La Mara hostel
A delicious experience, a timeless place, we loved it!
Perfect host atmosphere, excellent food
A very pleasant place, comfortable, clean and nicely decorated rooms and common areas, a delicious meal with generous portions, excellent service. Very good value for money. I recommend!!
We had a great experience with friends. The thermal baths, the decor and the food deserve much more than a 5* Thank you and we recommend to everyone
Charming inn with a succulent and affordable menu. Attentive and warm chef-owner.
Magnificent little stay less than 10 minutes from Mont-Ham. Excellent home-cooked meal with local products. Beautiful atmosphere with an outstanding owner. I recommend the package with meals.
A well hidden gem. Quite hard to find, you have to know where you are going to find it. Great food and relaxing setup
Beautiful residence, good service, kind owner, neglected site and maintenance, full and dirty ashtrays in common outdoor areas. Exterior equipment all broken, Cleanliness of the premises questionable. Bad WiFi, no TV.
Nice stop near Frontenac National Park. Peaceful and calm. Excellent service. Very comfortable bed and delicious breakfast Local products and environmental charter in the inn
Its always a pleasure to stop at La Mara. Looking forward to going back. Kid-friendliness: Board games, small animals outside, large living room
Great gastronomic experience composed mainly of regional products. Warm welcome. Quiet site .
Original, magical, incredible dinner and lunch, well done all the way
I just cant wait to go back
Excellent 4-course dinner Country places
Pretty rustic house with a very welcoming hostess and her careful and very good cuisine
Warm welcome and atmosphere; stylish and comfortable room; gourmet table and professional service. Charming innkeeper. Lets see you next year. Many thanks
A place of peace and serenity. A welcome that was both generous and warm. A table fit for a prince. An exceptional host. An efficient and discreet service. One of the best kept secrets in Quebec. Jean Foisy Cap-Rouge
Very nice, clean room, in an enchanting environment, good service and good lunch.
Beautiful and charming
Superb authentic inn with crazy charm. The evening meal was delicious, as was the homemade breakfast. Excellent stopover on the way back from Mont Ham. An address to keep for returning
Rustic, warm and comfortable.
Very nice place to spend the weekend. Building is old but charming. Exceptional food, quite out of the ordinary.
Warm, comfortable, good food
We have just returned from an extraordinary stay! What a warm and welcoming atmosphere! We immediately feel good, like at home! Our room was very stylish and comfortable. We had the table dhôte, everything was delicious and made with local foods as much as possible! At lunch too, the best French toast ever eaten! We climbed Mont Ham during our stay, its definitely worth the climb to the top, what a view! Thank you very much to the owner for her hospitality, we didnt want to leave! Until next time!
Really very welcoming, you feel at home, the meals are excellent, a varied local menu. A very beautiful place. I recommend it.
Welcoming and relaxing place. Delicious table.
Warm welcome, magnificent place and perfect for relaxing in nature.
Everything is very good, nice atmosphere
Gorgeous
Superb ancestral inn and perfect service.
Lovely, rustic place for a small party wedding
The room was good, but the quality of the food was amazing
Very good dinner.
Magnificent place, great welcome and what can we say about the dinner, simply delicious!!! THANKS
We only had supper. Excellent!
Comfortable country inn. Good table.
Lovely warm welcome
Beautiful welcome, superb site, incredible menu.
This place was so excellent! The building and grounds are gorgeous and the host is too notch!
Beautiful place in the countryside good lunch and service thank you
Truly a lovely place to discover
The food and service were excellent
Warm welcome and sublime food.
A big 4 for the food,,, excellent. For rooms a 3,,, the bedding must be changed
The food was great, but it was low quality service.
I invited my mother for her birthday to this restaurant! The quality of the food was perfect! I highly recommend the duck breast. There were still quite a few people there and there was a point where we felt that there was no longer any service. In any case it was a great experience.
Superb Inn, impeccable service and what can we say about the simply excellent menu!!
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Rustic inn which is the lifes work of its owner. The rustic rooms are welcoming, the grounds are well landscaped and it is even possible to relax in hammocks near a small stream. We go back for the local organic restaurant, winner of several awards in environmental leadership, the tastiest which makes us discover the richness of local agriculture
Lauberge La Mara est extraordinaire. Un petit trésor dans un décor entouré de nature. Le service, la propreté, le restaurant avec ces différentes recettes du terroir font de cet endroit un lieu idyllique. À Chaque fois que nous y allons, nous en ressortons comblés. Je recommande cette auberge à tous, parlez-en à tout le monde cet endroit en vaut vraiment la peine.
Charming place, excellent food, not too pricey for a little get away, close to mont ham. Quiet city, nothing opens before 8 so be prepared if youre a morning person....staff could be more friendly.
It is one of those homes that exudes the scent of the sweetness of life. Ilvanas house is of those. With all our children-in-law and grandchildren we lived there precious moments. The warm welcome from Madame Roberte, the delicious meal prepared by the talented chef Daniel Lamoureux, where the plate offered is a real pleasure for the eyes and the taste buds, the natural and peaceful decor that surrounds Ilvana, everything contributes to the charm and the success of this Thanksgiving weekend. Thank you, Mr. Lamoureux, for offering us such a place, where each moment can be savored and lived to the fullest. Its just goodbye, Ilvanas lovely, pleasant and comfortable home. Well see you again when everyone around you has put on their spring outfits, in April 2015, we promise. So see you soon Claude and Béatrice Stordeur-Dom October 2014