Summary:
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.
In this new version of our Zoobox cabins, you'll enjoy additional privacy. Its design allows you to adjust the building according to your different needs throughout the day. It is designed to minimize its environmental footprint and is 100% energy self-sufficient, helping to preserve the natural environment around it. In addition to a luminous kitchen, you'll find our famous bath on wheels, a climbing wall, a blackboard, some majestic glass doors and a fully equiped bathroom. During your stay, you'll be able to observe new wonders such as the lounge, the giant Lite-Brite, and the giant energy-generating hamster wheel. This Zoobox has 2 private bedrooms, including 2 queen-size beds, a starry ceiling, and a classic king-size hanging bed. It's the ultimate gathering place for families, couples, and friends, for moments of relaxation, outdoor adventures, and warm reunions.
To complete this unique experience, you can enjoy 1000 acres of forest, including a mountain and two private lakes, perfect for hiking, canoeing, kayaking, fat biking and simply taking in the fresh air. Book your stay now and treat yourself to a rejuvenating vacation.
You will have to walk with your luggage 1,4 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
- 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.
