Hidden Valley Nature Center (HVNC), a program of Midcoast Conservancy, offers many opportunities for families and individuals to get out and enjoy all the outdoors has to offer. 

At 1,000 acres, and with more than 20 miles of trails, HVNC is just too large to take in and explore in one day. Many people decide to stay in one of the back country buildings. “All of the buildings are rustic, unique, and beautifully located,” explains Andy McEvoy, Midcoast Conservancy’s Forest and Recreation Specialist. “They all have wood stoves, but no electricity and no water. The combination of affordability and it being so close to home is a big draw,” says McEvoy.

The system of huts at HVNC was named the 2014 Best Remote Winter Retreat by Down East magazine. And that was before the addition of the newest, largest building, the Little Dyer Pond Cabin. Of all the buildings it is the most winterized. The cabin is perched just above Little Dyer Pond, and the view through the large windows is spectacular.

Some huts are perfect for two people, while others, like the Yurt or Little Dyer Cabin, are perfect for larger families or groups. The prices range from thirty to seventy dollars a night, with discounts applying to Midcoast Conservancy members. For avid outdoorsmen and amateurs alike HVNC’s huts are a unique opportunity to enjoy the Maine woods close to home.

To learn more about the buildings visit www.hvnc.org and click on the ‘Recreation’ tab. To reserve a building write to info@hvnc.org with your building and date of choice. Winter is the busiest season for these cozy getaways so hurry up and make a reservation today.