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Manoir Hovey
North Hatley, Canada · Independent · Grand Luxury
Henry Atkinson, founder of Georgia Power, built this 1900 manor on Lake Massawippi as a summer house echoing George Washington's Mount Vernon, white pillars and verandas facing the water. Bobby Jones Sr. laid out the private nine-hole course. The Stafford family has run it since 1979; Michelin Two Keys sit on a Relais & Châteaux house that has hosted the Clintons and Jacques Chirac.
- 51 rooms
- Opened 1950
- Neighborhood: Lake Massawippi
- Rooms from 235 sq ft (22 m²)
About Manoir Hovey
- Built in 1900 as a summer home for Georgia Power founder Henry Atkinson, the manor was designed to echo George Washington's Mount Vernon.
- Its private nine-hole golf course was laid out by Bobby Jones Sr.
- The Stafford family has run the property since 1979, and it now holds MICHELIN Two Keys.
- Guests have included the Clintons in 2017 and 2021, and Jacques and Bernadette Chirac in 2003.
- Entry-level rooms start at 235 sq ft (22 m²).
History
Built in 1900 on the shores of Lake Massawippi as a summer house for Georgia Power founder Henry Atkinson, echoing George Washington's Mount Vernon, Manoir Hovey has been run by the Stafford family since 1979. It is a Relais & Châteaux member and carries MICHELIN Two Keys. Bobby Jones Sr. laid out the private nine-hole course.
Restaurants and bars
- Le Hatley — Restaurant · Québec terroir, interpreted with imagination and respect for
Experiences
- Lakeside Wellness and Le Spa Manoir Hovey — Spa set among centennial pines and lake views, with thermal waters, year-round swimming, restorative treatments and a heated pool.
- Le Hatley dining — Cuisine interpreting Québec's terroir with respect for the seasons; recommended by the MICHELIN Guide.
- Daily activities on the lake, through the forest and at the Spa — Days can begin on the lake, continue through the forest or at the Spa, depending on season and mood.
Amenities
- Pool
- Fitness center
- Tennis
- Fine dining
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- MICHELIN Two Keys (2026)
- AAA Four Diamond (2025)
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