Head for a cozy winter retreat in the Laurentians, where the prices of upscale four-bedroom chalets have been cut by as much as 55%, including during peak season at nearby ski resorts.

Nightly stays at Blueberry Lake Resort, a lakeside hideaway less than two hours from Montreal, are now:

• $202 (CA$199) ... Sundays-Thursdays Jan. 6 - Feb. 7 & March 17-31
  Weekends & holidays are $51 (CA$50) more per night
• $252 (CA$249) ... Sundays-Thursdays Feb. 8 - March 16
  Weekends are $101 (CA$100) more per night

A two-night minimum stay applies. For stays which include a Friday or Saturday night, a three-night minimum applies.

Tucked away within 300 acres of forest in the picturesque countryside, these log-cabin homes are 2,300 square feet, can sleep up to eight people and have full kitchens, balconies, private hot tubs and 42-inch TVs. Chalets also have a pool table or ping pong table.

Note: This hotel charges a $20-per-night resort fee (CA$20), which entitles guests to activities such as skating and snowshoeing. Reservations must be prepaid in Canadian dollars and are not refundable. Minimum stay requirements of two to three nights apply. Call 855-249-1371 for more information, but use the link below to book. Hours of operation are from 9 a.m - 5 p.m. ET.