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Madawaska Kanu Centre

Currently run by the family’s third generation, Madawaska Kanu Centre was the vision of Christa & Hermann Kerckhoff. Winning the individual Canadian Whitewater Kayak Champion title in 1968 the couple was inspired to get more paddlers out on rivers. The first whitewater school in the world was born. Modelled after the European ski school concept where paddlers are divided into skill level groups, good food, and a great atmosphere lead to the ‘Rapid Education’ we know as MKC today! The Madawaska River location became the river of choice with its technical rapids and guaranteed surface water releases providing warm whitewater all summer long.

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We booked this wonderful chalet to host a family get-together….

Jason (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
February 21, 2022
We booked this wonderful chalet to host a family get-together. Was mostly a present to our mother. The chalet had wonderful amenities. 7 and a half bedrooms and three and a half baths. Everyone had a bed and there was even a spare room for the kid...

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December 29, 2021
Our family of 4 spent 3 nights at the Ottawa Valley Beach House at the end of December to unplug after the year that was, and to ring in the new year relaxed! Our time was spent down on the frozen river playing hockey scrimmage on an area we clear...

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Dawson (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
July 12, 2020
The cottage was wonderful. Big cottage with tons of space. We especially enjoyed the fireplace, the beautiful kitchen, and the outdoor seating areas. We will be back!

Dawson (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
October 17, 2021
Always a delight staying here

Jason (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
February 21, 2022
We booked this wonderful chalet to host a family get-together. Was mostly a present to our mother. The chalet had wonderful amenities. 7 and a half bedrooms and three and a half baths. Everyone had a bed and there was even a spare room for the kid...

Matt (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
September 5, 2022
Brad’s cottage is simply amazing, the photos alone don't do it justice! Our stay was truly five stars from start to finish. It is exactly as pictured, but somehow is even larger when seen in person. Despite being a group of 14 people, we never onc...

Dawson (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
October 16, 2022
Wonderful stay!

Wonderful stay!

Dawson (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
October 16, 2022
Wonderful stay!

Everything about this cottage was awesome, insane amounts of privacy…

Akash (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
September 20, 2021
Everything about this cottage was awesome, insane amounts of privacy and amenities. Everyone enjoyed and the views were to die for.

Great location, very private on a quiet bay. We were…

Philip (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
July 15, 2022
Great location, very private on a quiet bay. We were a family of 3 visiting family in the area. Well appointed cottage and great open concept with amazing views of the Ottawa river. The SUP paddle boards were a hit with our teen. We would definite...

Overall an amazing cottage

Elie (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
September 14, 2020
Overall an amazing cottage

This a beautiful property, we had the best weekend. It…

Deanna (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
September 6, 2021
This a beautiful property, we had the best weekend. It was the perfect way to finish off the summer. The cottage had the most beautiful views and had everything that you would want for a weekend away! We will definitely want to come back and stay ...

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Ringing the New Year in at Ottawa Valley Beach House

Crystal (review from Revyoos)
5star rating
December 29, 2021
Our family of 4 spent 3 nights at the Ottawa Valley Beach House at the end of December to unplug after the year that was, and to ring in the new year relaxed! Our time was spent down on the frozen river playing hockey scrimmage on an area we clear...

Arthur (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
February 28, 2022
The place was amazing, communication was very clear and everything that we needed was there! Can’t wait to see what this place will look like in the summer!

Dawson (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
October 17, 2021
Always a delight staying here

Michele (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
January 3, 2021
Loved this place! Much more than we expected. We came for a staycation over the holidays and the the whole family enjoyed themselves.Great for families or groups, loved cooking in the kitchen, cuddling by the fire and watching movies in the theat...

We had a fantastic trip. The place was clean. High…

Antoine (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
July 8, 2022
We had a fantastic trip. The place was clean. High ceilings made it spacious and freeing. The kitchen was incredibly well accessorized. The host was responsive.My oldest and our dog played at the beach for most of the trip. It's beautiful. Hard to...

Melanie (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
October 25, 2020
Absolutely gorgeous cottage. Photos do not do it justice. Beautiful setting. We spent a weekend at the cottage and it could not have been more enjoyable. Benoit is incredibly responsive to questions and ensured our stay was perfect. We loved e...

Nick (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
March 6, 2022
Great spot, great for a large group with activities for everyone

Dawson (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
July 12, 2020
The cottage was wonderful. Big cottage with tons of space. We especially enjoyed the fireplace, the beautiful kitchen, and the outdoor seating areas. We will be back!

This place is spectacular. I highly recommend it. It had…

Erica (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
December 23, 2021
This place is spectacular. I highly recommend it. It had everything our family of 15 wanted. The kitchen had great supplies; activities and entertainment for kids and teens; and a truly beautiful home and setting. The hosts were very responsive wh...

Another fantastic stay at this cottage. Spending a long weekend…

Dawson (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
June 20, 2021
Another fantastic stay at this cottage. Spending a long weekend at this cottage is always a dream.

Vanessa (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
January 31, 2021
This was a very nice cottage, we very much enjoyed our stay here. Very spacious and super clean. I highly recommend this place!

Christine (review from Airbnb)
5star rating
October 31, 2021
Super nice and big, much more than expect. Have everything we need. Just bring your food and enjoy.

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