First acquisition
The Story of Chalets BSL
It all began in June 2010, when Éric purchased his first chalet in Saint-Fabien, along the shores of Grand Lac Malobèse, with the idea of offering it as a rental property.
“I was looking for a chalet within a 250-kilometre radius of Québec City, in a region with strong tourism potential.”
The very first chalet he visited was an instant love at first sight.
“The sunset, the calm, the wide-open space… the Bas-Saint-Laurent region immediately felt like the perfect place.”
At the time, four-season chalet rentals were rare in the area, especially during winter. Yet Éric was convinced the chalet should be enjoyed year-round.
“The first winter was a real challenge. With electricity costs, snow removal, and firewood, the operation wasn’t profitable. But my childhood memories — skating, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and gathering around a wood fire — were stronger than anything else.”
That conviction became the foundation of Chalets BSL: creating places where nature can be experienced in every season, where time slows down, and where meaningful memories are made.
Today, Chalets BSL brings together several unique accommodations, all located on a private estate in the heart of the Bas-Saint-Laurent region, with privileged access to the St. Lawrence River. Each chalet offers a distinct experience, yet all share the same philosophy: simplicity, comfort, privacy, and a deep connection to nature.
La Villa de l'Épervier
In September 2011, acquisition of a second chalet in St-Simon de Rimouski. 2 rue du Cap-à-l'Aigle will be named the Villa de l'Épervier. “With the chalet Le Labrador, the aspect of the river was missing. The Villa de l'Épervier responded very well to the criterion of accessibility to the river and of large land that overlooks the pond. The interior finish in cedar slats gave a very warm appearance to the chalet. We really liked the chalet and the area”. A gas fireplace and a SPA were quickly added for the benefit of customers.
La Villa du Renard
In December 2014, following the sale of the chalet Le Labrador, 6 rue du Cap-à-l’Aigle was acquired. “Baptizing it the Villa du Renard was a must, because several foxes were present on the site and their burrows were located under the sidewalks of the chalet. The big brother of the Villa de l'Épervier was also to receive a Sauna, 4-season SPA and a gas fireplace.
Fire at the Villa du Renard
In September 2019 a major fire occurred at the Villa du Renard. “A family of 4 arriving at the cottage for Labor Day weekend put a pair of shoes in the dryer and within minutes a fire broke out inside and grew. In less than an hour, the chalet is reduced to ashes. Fortunately only material losses, a few superficial injuries and a limited impact on the surrounding forest.
Me and Natacha were on our first construction experience. It was not an easy task, in addition to all the trouble with the insurer... But the saddest thing was to see Foxy who seemed to have lost his place of birth and helpless in the face of the situation.
La Villa du Cerf
October 2021, why not a new project! Natacha decides to become a businesswoman, she acquires the land at 95 route de la Grève and starts building a mini chalet. “I wanted a chalet with lots of windows, with the omnipresence of wood and a contact with nature”. The Villa du Cerf is taking shape. Like the other villas, this one also has its own private spa.
