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Corporate retreat in the Eastern Townships,
A day
Thats reflects
You
Ripplecove Hotel & Spa brings together everything you need for a successful corporate retreat, all on one site: accommodation, meeting rooms, fine dining, activities and turnkey coordination. Located 1.5 hours from Montreal on the shores of Lake Massawippi in the Eastern Townships, it’s the address of choice for corporate groups who refuse to compromise on comfort or quality.
Whether you’re planning a strategic off-site retreat, a team retreat, a team-building event or a multi-night corporate getaway, we handle all the logistics, from first contact through to your group’s departure.
Activities
Activities for every team, all year round
Ripplecove is a four-season playground. Your team doesn’t need to leave the property to enjoy a full activity program suited to every energy level and every profile.
Summer activities
- Kayak and paddle board
- 4-passenger and 2-passenger pedalos
- Pontoon boat ride on Lake Massawippi
- On-site tennis
- Electric fat bikes, mountain bikes and hybrid bikes
Winter activities
- Fat biking on snow-covered trails
- Ice skating on the lake, snowshoeing, ice fishing
- Outdoor ball hockey and broomball
Workshops available year-round
- Mixology workshops
- Wine tastings
- Culinary workshops
- Chocolate workshops
Tailor-made team-building activities
Every team is unique. That’s why every program is tailored to your goals, group, and pace. For groups looking to take things further, Ripplecove partners with Organijeu to create fun, interactive, and fully customized activities.
Lakeside Olympics
A dynamic format where every challenge is aligned with a theme defined in advance with the client so that the games serve a real goal of team cohesion.
Team water activities
On Lake Massawippi, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding require teams to synchronize and communicate in new ways. Accessible without prior experience, they fit easily into a half-day or a full stay.
Mixology workshop and wine tasting
Two formats are available, depending on the atmosphere you want. In the mixology workshop, your team members create cocktails together, guided by our experts. The blind wine tasting offers an educational introduction accessible to everyone: learn to taste like a professional while connecting with your senses. Two tasting options are available, in a private room or at Bar Le Cove, for groups of 4 to 40 people.
Culinary and chocolate workshops
Under the direction of our pastry chef, your team members create their own artisanal chocolate bar. Each participant takes their creation home. For fresh pasta or gourmet canapé workshops, a chef or sous-chef leads the session, subject to availability. These workshops are available for groups of 4 to 10 people.
For organizational details, contact our sales team.
Rooms
Meeting rooms that adapt to your schedule
| ROOMS | DIMENSIONs | AREA | Theatre | Classroom | Conference | U-shape | Reception | Banquet |
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| Harmonie | 41,7′ x 41,7 | 1 738 ft² | 168 | 72 | 50 | 40 | 174 | 112 |
| Abénakis | 53′ x 22′ | 1 166 ft² | 56 | 30 | 30 | 24 | 105 | 64 |
| Abénakis Harmonie | N/A | 2 904 ft² | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 176 |
| Inspiration | 40′ x 29′ | 1 160 ft² | 112 | 84 | 50 | 40 | 129 | N/A |
| Stafford | 27′ x 27′ | 729 ft² | 74 | 30 | 40 | 24 | 80 | 48 |
| Massawippi | 15′ x 25′ | 375 ft² | 30 | N/A | 16 | 14 | 30 | 24 |
| Stafford Massawippi | N/A | 1 085 ft² | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 72 |
| Hatley | 15,5′ x 11,5′ | 180 ft² | N/A | N/A | 8 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Ripplecove offers 6 meeting rooms totalling 5,300 sq. ft., configurable to suit your sessions: plenary, breakout workshops, board meetings, closing cocktails or banquets. Three rooms offer a direct view of Lake Massawippi, and two spaces are modular thanks to movable walls.
State-of-the-art technology is integrated into the 3 new meeting rooms, and a dedicated foyer space is available for breaks and informal conversations between sessions. The rooftop terrace, with its panoramic lake view, is available as a private space for your after-work cocktails, receptions or group barbecues.
DINING
Dining to match your ambitions
Meals are an integral part of the corporate experience. At Ripplecove, every meal becomes an opportunity to strengthen the bonds between your team members.
Le Riverain, our CAA four-diamond restaurant, offers fine cuisine showcasing local Quebec products. For group events, our team coordinates catering, cocktails and custom meals tailored to your event’s schedule.
- Le Riverain: four-diamond fine dining, lakeside terrace
- Bistro Le Cove: relaxed atmosphere for casual meals
- The Wine Cellar: wine cellar for tastings and private events
- Coordinated catering service for your breaks, cocktails and banquets
Accommodation
Four-diamond accommodations for your groups
Ripplecove has 74 accommodation units to host your groups in first-rate comfort. Rooms, suites, and villas offer a variety of options suited to the size and profile of your team, whether it is an executive committee or a large group.
All accommodations are located on the property, which simplifies logistics and fosters team cohesion: your colleagues share the same setting, from the first coffee of the morning to informal conversations in the evening.
- 24 rooms and 40 suites in the main hotel
- Villas for groups and families, with privatization options
- On-site gym
- Outdoor pool
- Indoor and outdoor on-site parking
- Electric vehicle charging stations
Arboressence SPA
Spa: relaxation and work combined
The Spa completes the corporate experience with a relaxation area open to all guests. Massages and treatments of your choice are available by reservation for your team members, because a successful retreat also means making time to recharge. This balance between performance and recovery directly contributes to engagement and to the quality of discussions throughout the stay.
Turnkey coordination, from A to Z
Organizing a corporate retreat is a significant undertaking. Our dedicated team manages all the details before, during, and after your stay, giving you more time to focus on your team.
Every retreat is custom-designed. We start with your objectives, group size, and preferred pace, then build a proposal tailored to your needs. From room setup and activities to meals and free time, every detail is thoughtfully planned with your group in mind.
Our sales and groups team:
We manage stay planning, room setup, meal and break coordination, activity logistics and personalized follow-up at every step.
Frequently asked questions about corporate retreats at Ripplecove
What’s the difference between a corporate retreat and a corporate getaway?
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Both terms refer to a group stay away from the office that balances work with time to recharge. A corporate getaway goes beyond the traditional retreat, combining accommodation, dining, activities, and wellness in an upscale natural setting. That’s the Ripplecove experience, just 1.5 hours from Montreal on the shores of Lake Massawippi.
What’s the maximum capacity for a group?
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Ripplecove can accommodate groups of up to 176 people (Abénakis/Harmonie room in banquet configuration) and offers 74 accommodation units on the property. For larger retreats, the Harmonie and Abénakis rooms can be combined for a total space of 2,904 ft².
Does Ripplecove welcome corporate groups in every season?
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Yes, the property is open and active year-round. Each season offers a distinct activity program, from boating on the lake in summer to ice-based winter activities.
How do I start planning a corporate retreat?
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The first step is to submit a request for information through our online form. Our team will get back to you quickly to discuss your needs, your dates and the format of your event.
