The Gatineau Lakes are known for their freshness, solitude, natural setting and the surrounding hills. There is a huge history of hunting, fishing, tourist lodges and cottages. Aside from generations of Canadian families, Americans and Europeans also own exclusive properties here.

Famous Hollywood celebrities such as Joan Crawford or Zsa Zsa Gabor have also vacationed here. The family of Franchot Tone – one of Hollywood’s leading male actors in the 40’ & 50’s – still has a cottage property in the Gatineau.

The four largest lakes are 31 Mile Lake, Lac Heney, Lac Pemichangan and Blue Sea Lake. They are located in the Upper Gatineau near Gracefield, Quebec – one hour north of Ottawa.

Canada is famous for its country cottages. In provinces such as British Columbia and Ontario, lakeside properties have so escalated in price that they are becoming difficult to obtain. The Gatineau Lakes still represent a good investment because the prices are reasonable and less expensive than other areas of Canada. However, expect current prices to increase significantly. This is due to the expanding population of the Ottawa area and the fact that properties around Montreal and Toronto are becoming expensive and over – developed.