History buffs will get a real kick out of staying in the 18th-century former residence of James Thompson, a veteran of the Battle of the Plains of Abraham. The beautifully restored house comes complete with the original murder hole next to the front door. The three rooms are spacious – check out the High Priestess.
Rooms and public areas are enriched with host Guitta's cheerful artwork. And it's easy to while away an afternoon chatting with co-host Greg Alexander, a wealth of knowledge on all things Québec.