Summary:
Ce refuge, adossé au parc du Mont-Orford, est situé sur l’immense terrain de jeux de 1000 acres de forêt au Vertendre. Il s’agit d’un territoire protégé et privé où vous retrouverez 2 lacs et une montagne qui vous permettront de pratiquer une panoplie d’activités plein air à même le site. Un équilibre idéal entre écologie, innovation et confort.

Dans cette nouvelle version de nos refuges Zoobox, vous bénéficierez d'une intimité supplémentaire. La conception de ce refuge vous permettra d’ajuster le bâtiment en fonction de vos besoins tout au long de la journée. Il est conçu de façon à minimiser son empreinte environnementale et est 100% autonome en énergie, contribuant ainsi à la préservation de la nature qui l'entoure. En plus d’une cuisine lumineuse, vous y trouverez notre fameux bain sur roulettes, un mur d’escalade tableau, de majestueuses portes vitrées ainsi qu’une salle de bain complète. Lors de votre séjour, vous pourrez observer de nouvelles surprises telles que le lounge, le Lite-Brite géant et la roue de hamster géante génératrice d’énergie. Ce refuge Zoobox dispose de 2 chambres fermées, incluant 2 lits Queen, un plafond étoilé ainsi qu’un lit suspendu King classique. C'est l'endroit parfait pour se rassembler en famille, en couple ou entre amis, que ce soit pour des moments de détente, des aventures en plein air ou des retrouvailles chaleureuses.

Pour compléter cette expérience unique, vous pourrez profiter d'un vaste territoire de 1000 acres de forêt, incluant une montagne et deux lacs privés, pour partir en randonnée, faire du canoë/kayak, du Fat Bike et simplement respirer l'air pur. Réservez votre séjour dès maintenant et offrez-vous des vacances ressourçantes.

You will have to walk with your luggage 2.3 km from the Reserve’s parking lot (purple trailer) to your Zoobox via "Le sentier des Courageux". The trail is also accessible by bike and large-wheel cart.
We offer assistance with luggage transportation by reservation and only during business hours.

The Space:
What's included in your Zoobox :

- One King bed and 2 Queen bed mattresses (bedding included)
- Well-equipped kitchen: 12 V hotel-style refrigerator and propane stove
- Bath on wheels, spacious shower (towels included) - fully enclosed bathroom
- All cooking essentials (dishes, Italian coffee maker and fondue set, mixing neck, drainer, stove)
- Propane stove
- Wood-burning fireplace
- Giant hamster wheel
- Climbing and chalkboard wall
- Outdoor fire pit
- Propane BBQ
- Mosquito net
- Access to the territory and all available activities

Guest Access:
This cabin, on the backside of Mont-Orford Park, is situated on the immense 1000-acre Vertendre forest playground. This protected, private territory offers 2 lakes and a mountain where you can enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities right on the site. A perfect balance between ecology, innovation, and comfort.

Activities available on Vertendre's protected site:
- Lac La Source - swimming
- Lac aux Castors - canoe and kayak available to guests
- 17km of multi-purpose hiking trails (snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, fatbike) including Mont Sylvio Lacharité, offering magnificent views of the Eastern Townships.
- Waterfalls and streams - swimming ponds
- Skating rink and tobogganing, weather permitting (winter)
- Fatbike rental ($)
- Paddleboard rental ($)
- Snowshoe rental ($)
- Toboggan rental (winter)

The Neighborhood:
Discover the Eastern Townships

5 minutes away:
Spa d'Eastman, cafés, bakery and pastry shop, restaurants, village of Eastman, La route verte (bike path network) 2 km away.

15 minutes away:
Golf, Mont Orford National Park, downhill skiing, Bleu Lavande, spas, Lake Memphremagog (sailing, boating, Grand Cru), wineries, horseback riding, vineyards, art galleries, downtown Magog, Lake Stukely, Lake Fraser.

We have many discounts with various partners in the region, which you can ask about at reception (spa, ski tickets, golf tickets, coffee, Bleu Lavande and more).

Getting Around:
Vertendre roads are unpaved. In winter months, roads are well maintained but please be weary of the slippery conditions! When driving, stay near the center of the road (to avoid slipping in the ditch) and slowly move over when crossing paths with another vehicle.

Trails are shared with pedestrians, bicycles, sleds, and furry friends so please remain vigilant. Trails are well indicated with signs but there is no lighting.

The Zoobox area is a no-vehicule acces zone (only Vertendre employees or special maintenance vehicules are allowed)

Other Things to Note:
About Le Vertendre:
Le Vertendre is a family-run business responsible for managing 40 cottage and glamping cabins across our vast playground. Our deep respect for the environment is reflected in the creation of our eco-friendly accommodations, carefully designed to minimize their ecological footprint. Only 1 hour from Montreal, in Eastman, we invite you to an unforgettable experience on a protected territory, where nature and sustainability are at the heart of our philosophy. This is the perfect opportunity for you to discover our "happiness preservation zone".

Interaction with Guests:
Please check in at the reception desk at 122 Chemin Gilbert on the Vertendre site to notify us of your arrival.

For arrivals outside our opening hours, please contact us to let us know; we will send you the procedure by e-mail for an independent arrival.