- Here are nine Quebec Airbnbs where guests can actually get out of the house and explore while practicing social distancing.
- At these cottages and chalets, you can have some fun and minimize coronavirus exposure risk.
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Staying home and watching Netflix could actually save lives, according to public health experts. Governments and celebrities are promoting social distancing — "minimizing close contact with others during the peak of an outbreak" — as a way to prevent the spread of COVID-19 to vulnerable populations, like the elderly and people with compromised immune systems. Luckily, there are plenty of Quebec Airbnbs where residents can do just that.
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Below are nine secluded cottages and chalets for rent where guests can get out and enjoy nature without risking exposure to coronavirus.
Plus, far from the eerily empty streets of Montreal, each of these rentals is a good place to turn off those pesky news notifications, which, though important, can certainly take a toll on one's mental health.
You can catch up on all the news and the latest recommended precautions at the end of your stay.
Stock up on food and drinks, sit by the fire, and just unplug.
Chic Bright Chalet With Valley Views
AirbnbPrice:$109per night before fees
This house, an hour from Montreal and, according to the Airbnb listing, five minutes from the village of Val-David is "perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, artists or simply for those who want a romantic getaway in the Laurentians."
Cozy Cabin Near The River
AirbnbPrice:$110per night before fees
Guests at this cabin enjoy private access to the Rouge River and proximity to Mont Tremblant. It's the ideal place to just turn off your phone.
Little Red Chalet Near Hiking Trails
AirbnbPrice:$95per night before fees
"This riverside cottage located at the entrance of the Ouareau Forest Regional Park" and with nearby hiking trails "will charm you from the moment you arrive."
Lakeside Retreat
AirbnbPrice:$68per night before fees
Steps away from the water and with a large front deck to take in the views, this cabin includes two kayaks, fishing poles, and an outdoor BBQ.
Little Glam Campsite
AirbnbPrice:$100per night before fees
In this teeny tiny chalet, you can curl up with a glass of wine or cup of coffee in front of a little stove and just enjoy views of the trees outside while bingeing some Netflix.
Renovated Cabin With Private Trails
AirbnbPrice:$95per night before fees
All you need for a staycation is right here in this charming little space. Grab some good books and sit by the stove on the porch with some hummus.
Pine Forest Dwelling
AirbnbPrice:$95per night before fees
There's no wifi here, so you can enjoy the sounds of creaking trees from the porch of this secluded cabin without the interruption of news alerts.
Happy Home On A River
AirbnbPrice:$115per night before fees
This house has a little patio on the river with a pair of Adirondack chairs and a little sunroom for nature-watching.
Log Cabin With A Back Porch
AirbnbPrice:Price:$93per night before fees
The raised porch in the back commands views of a small valley and creek below. If you really want to feel removed from society, this log cabin experience might be for you.
More information on social distancing is available on the government of Canada's website here.
These prices and terms of occupancy are confirmed at the time of publishing, but they can change at any time.
