Contemplate magnificent seascapes at the Shipek cottage rentals
Located on the banks of the river, the Shipek rental cottages provide spectacular views across the water and are the ideal place to enjoy breathtaking sunrises. The name “Shipek” comes from the Innu word for “salt water” and refers to the vast St. Lawrence River that criss-crosses our ancestral lands.
Each Shipek cottage rental is designed to accommodate 2 people (except chalet 16 for 4 people) in a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. Your total comfort is assured by the many amenities such as electricity, a well-appointed kitchen and full bedding. The cottage’s proximity to the river makes it an exceptional location for watching wales from the shoreline.
Treat yourself to the Essipit cottage rental experience for a vacation on the shores of the St. Lawrence!
Panoramic views
Timeless holiday experience
Pet-friendly
Shipek Cottages
46 rue de la Réserve
Essipit, QC
G0T 1K0 Canada
Registration number 185275 (Exp. 2025-08-31)
Check-in: As of 4:00 p.m.
Check-out: 11:00 a.m.
Rental details
NEW: Member of Toutourisme
- Non-drinkable water (salty), but good for cooking
- Carpet-free environment
- 7 well-appointed cottages to rent
- Can accommodate 2 people per cottage (except cottage 16, up to 4 people)
- Cottages powered by electricity
- 1 bedroom with one double bed (cottages 11 to 15 and 17)
- retractable bed (cottages 11 to 15)
- 1 bedroom with 2 double beds (cottage 16)
- Living room with pull-out couch
- Stove and refrigerator
- Microwave oven
- Coffee maker, kettle and toaster
- Fondue pot
- Dishware, utensils, pots and pans
- Dishcloths and dish soap
- Bathroom (shower, sink and toilet)
- Television
- Complete bedding
- Towels and washcloths
- Wireless internet connection
- Garbage and recycling bins outside
- Waste and recycling collection
- Private balcony
- Individual fire pit
- Picnic table
- Pets are permitted in the Shipek cottages and on the site. Please respect the other vacationers by keeping your pet on a leash at all times.
The use of loudspeakers is prohibited. Individually or in small groups, it remains important to respect the peace and quiet of the site. These instructions must be respected.
Activities included
On the Essipit reserve land, 5 km away
- Hiking on groomed trails
- Whale watching from the viewpoint
- Children’s playground
- Softball
- Basketball net
- Campfires
- Ice-skating rink (winter) and inline skates (summer)
- Unsupervised swimming in the lakes
- Watching wildlife
Activities not included ($)
- Zodiac whale-watching tours
- Day fishing
- Black bear observation
- Pool
- Outdoor tennis
- Racquetball
- Exercise room
- Bowling (during the winter only)
- Golf (40 km away)
The Montagnais Community Centre offers other kinds of interesting activities. To learn more about these activities or to get pricing, contact our Reservation and Information Centre, which is open 7 days per week from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Rates
Open from may 15 to october 13, 2025
High season – June 13 to September 28, 2025
Rate per cottage – free for children 5 years and younger.
| 1 – 2 days | 3 – 4 days | 5 – 6 days | 7 days + | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max. 2 pers. (#11 to 15 and 17) | $ 210 / day | $ 193.20 / day | $ 189 / day | $ 184.80 / day |
| Max. 4 pers. (#16) | $ 230 / day | $ 211.60 / day | $ 207 / day | $ 202.40 / day |
| 5th person (#16) | $ 25 / day | $ 25 / day | $ 25 / day | $ 25 / day |
| 6th person (#16) | $ 25 / day | $ 25 / day | $ 25 / day | $ 25 / day |
Low season – May 15 to June 12 and September 29 to October 13, 2025
Rate per cottage – free for children 5 years and younger.
| 1 – 2 days | 3 – 4 days | 5 – 6 days | 7 days + | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max. 2 pers. (#11 to 15 and 17) | $ 158 / day | $ 145.36 / day | $ 142.20 / day | $ 139.04 / day |
| Max. 4 pers. (#16) | $ 178 / day | $ 163.76 / day | $ 160.20 / day | $ 156.64 / day |
| 5th person (#16) | $ 25 / day | $ 25 / day | $ 25 / day | $ 25 / day |
| 6th person (#16) | $ 25 / day | $ 25 / day | $ 25 / day | $ 25 / day |
- Non-smoking cottages – $500 fee will be charged to the offender
- Max. 2 people (Shipek #11 to 15 and 17) and 6 people (Shipek #16) – including children ages 0 to 5 years old
- Arrival: 4 p.m. / Departure: 11 a.m.
- Non-potable water
- Animals on a leash
- Reservations made less than 30 days before arrival: credit card required. Cancellations can be made up to 24 hours in advance without any penalties.
- Reservations made over 30 days prior to arrival: minimum deposit of one night’s stay required. No refund in the event the reservation is cancelled.
- Taxes not included.
The use of loudspeakers is prohibited. Individually or in small groups, it remains important to respect the peace and quiet of the site. These instructions must be respected.
Bear Watching 
Sea Kayaking 
Fishing 
Hiking