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Village in Quebec
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Le Mouton Noir
Has become well known for top quality musical entertainment, and has hosted some concerts broadcast across Canada. Check listings in Ottawa newspapers, such as the Ottawa Citizen or on their web site.
Wakefield's local history museum, located in the 1850s-era Fairbairn farmhouse.
A Nobel Peace Prize recipient, former prime minister, and contributor to the founding of the United Nations Peacekeeping Forces, Pearson died in 1972.
Pont couvert de Wakefield
An historic bridge that was reconstructed in 1996 after burning down earlier in the decade. Indicative of the area, the red bridge spans the Gatineau River near the centre of the village.
For the adventurous. North America's highest bungee jump.
Held in September each year and features many local artists. Visitors can tour the studios of local artists and acquire interesting creative works.
Horse back riding on trails which wrap through the lush forests, open fields and wind through mountainous terrain. (E-mails will be answered when time permits; calling by telephone will ensure a quicker response.)
Ski hill, snow tubing, equipment rental and repair, restaurant and bar on-site.
Medium-sized ski runs.
Dining room, sandbox and patio. Café by day with superb specialty coffees, lunch specials, several innovative dishes and a bistro by night.
Upscale restaurant in village's old train station on Gatineau River. French, Québécois and international cuisine. Site is the subject of a Philip Craig painting.
An inexpensive country café that serves breakfast and lunch.
Gourmet pizza featuring unusual ingredients on a herbed thin crust.
Downtown 3-room B&B, full breakfast served 08:00-10:00, wi-fi, all rooms have private bath. Coffee, tea & hot chocolate available 24 hours/day. Several packages introduce visitors to local restaurants, Ottawa area museums, outdoor activities, local music venues and spas.
A relatively-new five-room inn. Smoking is allowed only in the parking lot. Rate includes in-room breakfast.
Four-sun bed and breakfast close to the centre of the village, attractive barn-style architecture, several rustic rooms, some feature kitchenettes. Regular yoga sessions.
Formerly a second-language school, River Echo is now operating as a country inn. No smoking inside the building.
Four-sun bed and breakfast in the heart of Wakefield village in historic village doctor's residence, constructed in 1896, a beautiful building on lovely grounds.
Auberge Le Moulin Wakefield
Restored mill on the La Pêche River at a small waterfall. Spa and restaurant. Dinner and spa packages available. Pet-friendly - one or two pets can stay with you in your room for an additional $35/night.
Rustic European-styled motel, 15 rooms. No smoking in the building. Free parking. Secure bicycle storage.
The Wakefield Grand can only be reserved as an entire building.
A classic confectionery, selling chocolates, candies, and preserves.
Sells outdoor clothing, bicycles, paddleboards, and kayaks. Also rents bicycles.
Boutique d’art autochtone et galerie Khewa
A shop selling authentic native arts and jewellery.
Breads, pastries, fudge, and sausage rolls - especially sausage rolls, made according to a 30-year-old family recipe.
By bus
Autobus Gatineau offers service from Ottawa and Gatineau, and from Gracefield and Maniwaki.
Expéditions Wakefield rents bicycles; see their entry in the "Buy" section.
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