Auberge Saint-Mathieu is what happens when a destination inn and a destination restaurant are the same place. At the edge of Mauricie’s vast forest and overlooking Lac Bellemare, this rural auberge offers multi-course tasting menus that stretch the limits of Québec terroir, courtesy of chef Samy Benabed and his crew. But this isn’t just a spot to eat well—it’s built for the full experience. Stay the night in one of the rustic-chic lakeview rooms, paddle out in the morning, hike nearby trails, or swing by their seasonal village-style buvette for charcuterie, wine, and a sunset. The team—locals and longtime friends—treat hospitality as an art form, with menus that lean creative without losing sight of comfort. Come for the eight-course dinner with drink pairings; stay for the warmth, the view, and the kind of hospitality that doesn’t need polish to feel luxurious. It’s a place built for lingering.