What is eco-glamping and is it for me?

La Belle Cabane is amazing and we cannot wait for you to experience finding freedom in the forest.

The traditional "glamping" term comes from a combination between fancy/glamorous and camping. You're not tenting outside in a tent but you aren't in a hotel. We consider ourselves an eco-glamping site since we are off-grid and provide all of the opportunities for you to have a primitive experience while having the comforts of a warm wood stove, beautiful loft bedroom and well decorated tiny cabin.

It's for you if you want to disconnect. Spending time in the forest can do wonders. There are PLENTY things to do here and you will receive a wonderful curated digital guest welcome book when you confirm your reservation that will help you plan/enhance your trip.

what do you provide?

We provide:

• A beautiful, primitive, simple, healing and nature-immersive experience.
• A private cabin nestled on 40 acres of forest.
• 108 square foot cabin with a 7' tall loft bedroom, and a deck.
• A comfortable double bed in each cabin.
• Bed linens, pillows, duvet, decorative throws/pillows.
• Indoor wood stove with fire starters, kindling, lighter and dry wood.
• Outdoor cooking/fire pit (wood provided), grill utensils, cast iron pan/pot, and outdoor seating (2).
• Bins with activities, games and supplies.
• A private outhouse with hand towel, toilet paper and hand sanitizer.
• Indoor kitchenette area (2 mugs, utensils, 2 plates, coffee press, kettle, tea/coffee, 18L of water, cutting board, mixing bowl, food prep knife, kitchen counter rag, hand towel, spatula, cast iron pan, oil, and salt/pepper, dishwashing bin. 
• Safety: A fire extinguisher, fire alarm, CO2 alarm, flashlight, lighter, and first aid kit.

what do YOU not provide?

• Electricity: We have 2 indoor battery powered light (lantern), 2 outdoor solar lights (lantern and string lights) and 1 indoor solar light (hanging light). In some cabins, there are remotes to power the solar lights.
• Plumbing: We provide a beautiful outdoor outhouse. We do not currently have showers but we provide 18L of water with a pump and a "sink". The soap provided in your welcome basket can be used to wash/clean your face/body if you desire. You can also use the soap provided in the hand soap pump as it's castille soap and gentle for face/body washing. We do not provide face or body towels. 
• WiFi/Cell Reception: You are here to disconnect, so go ahead and unplug! There is cell phone service here but it can be spotty depending on your type of phone and service. With Rogers/iphones we can stream, place calls and receive them at all 5 cabins.
• Kitchenette: We provide everything you need to have a meal for 2 people. You have 2 tea/coffee mugs but we do not provide additional cups/glasses.

what should we bring?

We are so excited for you! #1 - A backpack! Cabins are only accessible by hike so be prepared! Also:

• Your phone/camera to remember your beautiful experience AND share them with us!
• A cooler/ice for your food. Be careful to leave food outside.
• Additional spices if you need anything other than salt/pepper.
• Your coffee additions (we only provide the tea/coffee) - no sugar/cream, etc.
• In summertime (especially May/June) bring bug spray or head nets!
• A positive attitude! Some of our solutions aren't perfect but they work perfectly! Challenge yourself if you're bored - why? If you're feeling lonely, draw/hike/journal/read - enjoy the downtime. We look forward to hearing about how you found freedom in the forest.

are you pet friendly?

Yes! But only because of wonderful story left by one of our 1st guests.

Dogs are allowed in 3 cabins with an additional one-time $35 fee and pre-approval required for all dogs over 65 pounds. Dogs must also be kept on leash at all times and not be left indoors unattended.

*We have 5 cabins on our site and three of them are pet friendly (The Bear, Elk and Turtle).

are you family friendly?

Absolutely! Please note - we only provide a double bed. Personally, if I were staying in the cabins I would be more comfortable if it were Cory and I and 1 infant/toddler. I feel like any more than that might feel crowded but we do welcome a family up to 4 individuals and have had families stay in the cabins with 2 adults and 2 younger kids (they brought their own bedding for the kids). 

are you open year round?

Of course! The 5 cabins are naturally insulated with European Pine. The wood stove and floor insulation will keep you plenty warm.

how do we access the cabins?

You will not be able to drive to the cabins. The cabins are only accessible by hike (uphill). Cabin 1 is about a 5 minute walk and it can take about 15 minutes to access Cabin 5 (depending on your speed/gear). Be prepared - bring your backpack and proper footwear!

how many cabins do you have? ARE THEY THE SAME?

We have 5! The Coyote, The Eagle, The Bear, The Elk and The Turtle. They all have their own special little touches. The Coyote/Turtle are single door cabins (cozier private feel) and the other 3 are double doors which provide a wider view on the main floor of the cabin (to outside). Both are wonderful depending on your preference and the season. Due to this, the inside layout is a little different but very similar. The outside of each cabin is different. The most private ones are The Eagle and The Bear. The other 3 are still very private but can be seen at a far distance from the main trail. 

are the cabins private?

Yes! They all have their own private sites/outhouses. If you are coming in a group - we recommend Cabin 1 Coyote/Cabin 2 Eagle or Cabin 4 Elk/Cabin 5 Turtle but either way they are all a nearby hike away regardless.

are the cabins sECURE?

Yes! The cabins themselves all lock by key - and a secured extra set of keys should there be an emergency. 

Will i see any wildlife on the property?

A large variety of wildlife choose to call La Belle Cabane home. Year-round mammals such as red squirrels, racoons, partridge, grouse, groundhogs, porcupine, skunks, and hare live with us and raise their families here. Other mammals such as white-tailed deer, moose, black bear, bobcat, coyote have occasionally been spotted on the Kingston Peninsula. We also see anywhere from 10-25 different species of birds on the property annually. Many species of birds choose to live here all year such as blue jays, crows, barred owls, great blue heron, black capped chickadees, woodpeckers and many others.

Watching animals in their native habitat can be a memorable part of your visit at La Belle Cabane. For your safety and theirs, we ask that you abide by the following: keep your distance when observing wildlife, do not feed the wildlife, and keep your campsite clean and free of garbage while storing food in your cabin or animal-resistant food containers.

IS THERE ELECTRICITY?

No. We have 1 indoor battery powered light (lantern), 2 outoor solar lights (lantern and string lights) and 1 indoor solar light (hanging light). In some cabins, there are remotes to power the solar lights.

IS THERE PLUMBING?

There is no plumbing but we provide a beautiful outdoor outhouse. We do not currently have showers but we provide 8L of water with a pump and a "sink". The soap provided in your welcome basket can be used to wash/clean your face/body if you desire. You can also use the soap provided in the hand soap pump as it's castille soap and gentle for face/body washing. We do not provide face or body towels. 

IS THERE WIFI?

No - You are here to disconnect, so go ahead and unplug! 

IS THERE CELL SERVICE?

There is cell phone service here but it can be spotty depending on your type of phone and service. With Rogers/iphones we can stream, place calls and receive them at all 5 cabins.

WHAT ABOUT BATHROOMS?

We provide a private outhouse with hand towel, toilet paper and hand sanitizer. Bathrooms (with showers) are coming in Spring 2023 (will be near the main parking lot). 

WHAT ABOUT SHOWERS?

We do not have showers (yet); however it may be a project we implement in the spring/summer. We provide 8L of water and a hand/body soap (in your welcome basket). If you desire, it would be very simple to wash yourself with a little warm water, soap and a towel (not provided). We do have a kitchen rag for counter cleaning you could use and the hand soap in the kitchenette pump bottle is a gentle castille soap, also fine for hand/body washing.

Bathrooms (with showers) are coming in Spring 2023 (will be near the main parking lot). 

WHAT ABOUT COOKING?

This is the best part about camping! Inside we provide kettle/coffee press, cutting board (and other items listed above under what we provide). Your main cooking will be done outdoors on our Firepit. It has a grill and cast iron plate for all your cooking needs. In our guest digital welcome book, we provide additional details as well as recipes you can try during your stay.

CAN I BRING MY OWN VEHICLE/EQUIPMENT?

Arrangements can be made if you are bringing another vehicle or additional equipment (e.g., ATV, motorcycle, boat). Although we do not allow ATVing on our cabin trails (to avoid disturbing other guests), there are trails nearby. Please enquire within to ensure there is space for additional parking.

WHAT ABOUT COVID-19?

The well-being and safety of our guests is always at the forefront of our minds and, following the Coronavirus outbreak, this has become even more important.

​Our Commitment:

• We are following all up to date Government Guidelines and have committed to the Airbnb 5-step Enhancing Cleaning Process when cleaning, sanitizing and preparing the cabins.
• The products that we use have been chosen to ensure that they are effective against COVID-19 yet are still as kind to the environment.
• All our bedlinen, tea towels, throws and pillow cases are laundered on a warm setting whist still using eco friendly products for your personal comfort.
• There will be hand sanitizer, hand wash and surface cleaner provided for your use.
• We're also keeping our housekeeping staff safe, as well, with gloves and masks.

CAN I ASK YOU ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS/CABINS?

Anyone that knows us would say that we don't have a scarcity mindset in terms of business; we love entrepreneurship, business and personal growth and think that a tourism operated/glamping business is wonderful. That being said, in an effort to protect our time and energetic boundaries, here are our guidelines:

If you have business minded questions

• I, Tasha, have a background in business coaching/teaching or systems and this is something I love. If you're interested in discussing "how to set up a glamping site", marketing, social media tactics, sustainability or brainstorm your homestead related project or other please email us at admin@labellecabane.com. Cory is extremely skilled in everything else, HA! He provides the building, construction, off-grid expertise and is also available for consultations. We charge $250/hour for consults. Please note that as much as we like being transparent, we do not share the finite expense details of our business plan.

If you have questions about our cabins

• There are fantastic local/national/international companies that provide cabin kits. We encourage you to do your own research prior to contacting us. We truly believe that it needs to feel right for you and these cabins can be big projects, so its important that you choose something in line with your own values.
• We chose cabin kits from Sawmill Structures. If you're interested to connect with them - please chat to Chris at orders@sawmillstructures.com and let them know that Tasha/Cory from @labellecabane sent you.

DO YOU HOST INFLUENCERS?

We just might! Please fill out this form if you are interested.
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ARE YOU LOOKING FOR ANY DECOR/ITEMS FOR THE CABINS?

We currently provide wonderful welcome baskets for our guests. We do not want to provide all our secrets/surprises but we strive to choose local items and when possible, Indigenous made products. We are "full" in terms of items that we provide to our guests; however, we are open to add promotional items from your companies if they would fit with our aesthetic and core values. For example, it could be something low cost (to you) that would add immense value to improving our guests lives (i.e., a tiny branded envelope with a couple vegetable/flower seeds).

We also welcome partnerships with local companies that could provide add-ons to our guests' stay or enhance their experience. This could range in the form of in-cabin or out of cabin experiences. For example: in-cabin firepit pizza kits, DIY knitting kits, or out of house workshops like canning, baking, etc. Please note that we have exclusive partnerships with some companies and we only answer these kind of emails on weekly basis.

I HAVE A GIFT CERTIFICATE, HOW DO I BOOK?

How wonderful! We track all of our gift certificates so will have a record of your information. When you are ready to book, please check availability first and then email us when you're ready to book and we will take it from there. Stay tuned for an updated website/booking system Spring 2023.

I WON A GIVEAWAY, HOW DO I BOOK?

How wonderful, congratulations! We track all of our giveaways so will have a record of your information. When you are ready to book, please check availability first and then email us when you're ready to book and we will take it from there. Stay tuned for an updated website/booking system Spring 2023. One thing to note is that most giveaways are weekdays only (Sunday to Thursday except weekends). You can book a weekend if you'd like but there will be a fee ($50) to cover the difference.