La Maison de la Forêt is a communal Eco-touristic site within Bkassine's Pine forest, offering a great escape for people looking to enjoy fresh air and break their daily routine. From exciting outdoor adventures to rustic accommodations, La Maison de la Forêt is the ultimate place for a memorable and charming getaway. WHAT WE OFFER
LODGINGS: Bungalows / Rooms
• Our 25 fully furnished bungalows offer maximum comfort and pleasure at the heart of nature. Every bungalow, named after a special tree, will let you unwind fully and be one with nature.
• 5 cozy wooden rooms situated amidst pine trees, offering gorgeous views of the Bkassine forest. Every room, named after a special bird, is located in naturally tranquil setting for a perfectly relaxing getaway. BEIT EL GHÅBEH RESTAURANT
Telling the story of Jezzine region and its tradition through the delicious food. What better place than BEIT EL GHÂBEH for an authentic culinary experience! Enjoy an open buffet every Sunday, and à la carte choices at all times, serving Lebanese food. OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
• Tower Climbing and Rappelling: Climb up and down a 14-meter tower that includes 4 different walls with multiple heights.
• Treetop Adventure Park: Climb beautiful trees and enjoy breathtaking views! Jump from one platform to another, from tree to tree, and enjoy hours of fun.
• Hiking: Soak up the beautiful scenery and enjoy the wonders of nature by hiking through the historic Bkassine pine forest.
• Canyoning: Rappelling down three waterfalls with different heights (7,9 & 25 meters), followed by two hours and a half of hiking. You're sure to have a memorable, fun day.
• Biking: Get on that bike and just go anywhere! there are materials and tutorials for visitors looking for the ride of a lifetime.
• Team-Building Activities: A hands-on team-building adventure that is affordable and anything but ordinary. La Maison de la Forêt has partnered up with the Lebanese Adventure group to offer the opportunity to participate in a unique experience that will be sure to strengthen your team and create shared memories for years to come, focusing on growing trust, promoting cohesiveness and creating an outlet for personal leadership growth. COMPANY RETREATS
For Companies wanting to build their teams and strengthen their work dynamics, La Maison de la Forêt offers spacious meeting rooms for retreats and conferences, along with adventure-based activities for employees to “bond and create” off-site. In addition, we have the perfect spot for quiet, efficient and comfortable Sports and Yoga retreats, giving you the opportunity to unwind and relish the forest around you. The Bkassine Conference Center is surrounded by acre after acre of majestic pine forests, providing our guests with a fully-equipped center and the perfect environment where business and relaxation combine to bring focus and growth. Imagine how your corporate event or conference could benefit from this unique setting! EVENTS
Weddings: Choose your ideal wedding package whether you've dreamt of a small, personal ceremony or a splendid, large one. La Maison de la Forêt strives to help you plan and hold your wedding in the way you envisioned it, to make it that exceedingly beautiful and memorable for all involved. Anniversaries: La Maison de la Forêt is the ultimate place for such an unforgettable occasion. With our wide selection of menus and our team experienced planners, we are sure to create a memorable experience for you and your guests. We offer anniversaries, birthday celebrations for all ages, honeymoon packages, etc...
Your engagement, or any other special event that is dear to you, is dear to us. We have the right venue and facilities to provide you with memorable and pleasant moments. Roads to La Maison de la Forêt
All roads lead to La Maison de La Forêt, or just one too many roads with a plethora of beautiful sceneries to guide your way!
• Way 1: From Beirut - Drive southbound from Beirut to Sidon. From there, head straight east towards Jezzine. You will pass through towns such as Majdelyoun, Aabra, Kfarfalous and Roum before you reach Bkassine village.
• Way 2: From the Shouf - If you’re coming from the Shouf, you head straight towards Bkassine when passing through the towns of Deir el Qamar, Beit-ed-dine, Moukhtara and Bater, before you reach Jezzine and then straight after that, Bkassine.
• Way 3: From the Beqaa - If you’re in the Beqaa, just head towards the Qaraoun lake, pass through the villages of Kefraya, Aamiq, Saghbine, Machghara and the arid land that follows before you reach Kfarhouna, Jezzine and then Bkassine.
• Way 4: From Aley – If you’re departing from Aley, head towards Bhamdoun, Saoufar and Mdayrej where you will take a right turn towards Ain Dara, Barouk and Beqaata then straight towards Moukhtara and Bater before reaching Jezzine and Bkassine. If you ever get lost, call us up, and we’ll show you the way!
