Renowned Western Quebec Fishing Reserve, Beauchêne Wilderness Lodge, Fields Post-Lockdown Getaway Interest from Upscale Urban Clientele

28/04/2020 04:00

TEMISCAMING, QC, April 28, 2020 /CNW/ - The management and owners of Beauchêne Wilderness Lodge, one of Canada's premier luxury drive-to fishing reserves, have been fielding calls and requests of a slightly different nature recently as affluent urbanites, many of whom do not fish, have been inquiring about making reservations.

For these individuals, Beauchêne's appeal is not about fishing, but rather about having access to a safe and remote setting that's in close proximity to their homes and doesn't require sacrificing first-class amenities, excellent food and creature comforts like high-speed WIFI.

"There appears to be a strong desire, particularly among affluent residents of greater Toronto and greater Montreal to escape the city and the crowds at the first possible opportunity," said Tony Avramtchev, Beauchêne's General Manager. "We're receiving an unusually high number of inquiries from individuals in the GTA and Montreal Metro Area seeking a refuge from the city and all the challenges and frustrations that have come with the lockdown."

Long popular amongst anglers and wilderness lovers for its pristine 50,000 acres, 40 lakes and secluded luxury cabins, Beauchêne is a sought-after destination for outdoor enthusiasts from across North America and Europe. With the onset of COVID-19, Beauchêne's appeal has expanded more broadly as upscale travelers intend to alter their usual summer vacation plans in favor of spending time in the wilderness, albeit doing so with all the amenities of a luxury resort or hotel.

"We're only four hours and thirty minutes from Toronto and six hours from Montreal, which makes the reserve a fairly easy drive for a city-dweller seeking the serenity and solitude of untouched, quintessential Canadian wilderness," said Avramtchev. "Factor in ten luxury cabins, top of the line equipment, fine dining and a fitness facility and Beauchêne quickly becomes a highly desirable place to relax and recharge after several stressful months in the city."

"The COVID-19 situation has been very difficult for most businesses in the hospitality sector. We've heard that many resorts and lodges in the area won't be opening at all this year," Avramtchev said. "At Beauchêne, we're very fortunate to be in a position whereby we fully intend on opening as soon as the government allows it, and we're actually anticipating an increase in bookings this summer and fall."