The Hummingbird Center

From US$20 For 1 night, 2 adults 2 reviews
Platform pitch (added by manager 12 Sep 2022)

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Local mountain-biking trails (added by manager 04 feb 2022)
Swimming pond on site (added by manager 04 feb 2022)

  • Dog-friendly site on a permaculture farm in the White Mountains
  • Lake Tarleton State Park 25 minutes’ drive; Hanover 45 minutes
  • Outdoor kitchen and solar shower; weekend farm-to-table meals
Calling all green-fingered folk, keen hikers, skiers and fans of the outdoors (and their dog) – if there ever was a spot to please all of the above, The Hummingbird Center is it. Located on a working permaculture farm in Dorchester, in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, this dog-friendly site has direct access to local mountain biking, Nordic skiing and hiking trails. As such, it is a place that's got something different to offer in all four seasons. The good folks at the Hummingbird Center like to demonstrate sustainable technologies such as photovoltaics, solar water heating, wood-fired cooking, earthen construction and composting toilets. As you might expect from an organic farm, the facilities have a green touch, and they include solar-powered showers, an outdoor kitchen, outhouses and indoor toilets and showers. The Nourish restaurant sells farm-to-table meals on weekends, which use food and herbs grown on site. With several local hikes, swimming holes and ski slopes in the vicinity, outdoorsy pursuits are full steam ahead here. The site’s trail network also connects to the Green Woodland trail, which has miles of trail riding. As for shops, dining and entertainment, head to Plymouth, 25 minutes’ drive away.

Site type

Tent pitches 30
Touring caravan pitches 10
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 5
Open all year
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • A charge of US$3.00 (£2.41) applies for the use of the shower.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

Tent pitchesTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome pitchesLodges, cabins, pods or hutsCaravans for hireRent a tent
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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

8

Overall rating based on 2 reviews View breakdown

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Had fun relaxing

Overall 8/10
Location No rating
Value for money 10
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities No rating
Customer service No rating
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Russell C. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Meadow non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Very quiet ,away from the road and other camp sites

Disliked: Didn’t have a fire pit and had no we’re to get rid of your trash had to travel to my house to get rid of it

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks for coming Russel, it was nice to host you. Please reach out to us next time with any questions as to where the fire pit is and where the trash is located. Our fire pit is gigantic and worth checking out, i am sorry you missed it. Also, there is an extensive recycling , composting and waste management system on the property. We will be glad to show you where these things are next time you visit! Warm regards, Dunstan

My boyfriend and I stayed at D Acres farm on night. …

Overall 8/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 8
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 6
Wifi 6
Jennifer C. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Platform non-electric tent pitch

Liked: My boyfriend and I stayed at D Acres farm on night. It was a remote location. We arrived on motorcycles and camped overnight on one of the platforms. The farm was very unique from anything we were used to. Self sustaining with lush grounds with all sorts of flowers, grapes, all types of herbs, fruit, plants but also quite interesting and impressive. Very peaceful grounds with lots of art sculptures,. Lots of mountain biking trails and hiking trails, a very interesting fire pit area, and shared Indoor common area/ kitchen . It was a great experience with Love, peace and happiness toward all

Disliked: Only stayed one night and didn't get to explore or utilize the grounds as much as I would like.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Portable toilet

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Hot tub

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Wild swimming

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Local produce

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Tents for hire

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker

Forest

Gastronomic delight

Lake and/or mountain

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wild camping

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Communal fridge

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Nearby farmers' market

Type

Farm

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Climbing nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Restaurant nearby

Location

The Hummingbird Center

218 Streeter Rd

Dorchester

New Hampshire

USA

03266

Directions

Timezone

America/New_York Eastern Daylight Time (GMT-04:00)

GPS

43.79427°N
-71.93353°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Hiking is an excellent way to explore the spectacular landscape of the region. Head to the Rattlesnake Mountain Trailhead (10 minutes’ drive) for a four-kilometre track with scenic valley and stream views; or have a go at the nine-kilometre Three Ponds Trail (25 minutes), which winds past a lake and waterfalls. If you want to spend hot summer days in the water, head to Lake Tarleton State Park (25 minutes), a popular spot for canoeing, fishing or just swimming. There are hiking trails in the surrounding forested hills, and you might also want to keep an eye out for wildlife such as moose and ospreys. Hanover (45 minutes) is known for Dartmouth College, an Ivy League institution. The university campus includes a pleasant green and the Hood Museum of Art, with a sizeable collection of indigenous Australian works. Across the Connecticut River, in neighbouring Vermont, the Montshire Museum of Science has child-friendly hands-on displays.
  • Does The Hummingbird Center have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Hummingbird Center dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near The Hummingbird Center? Hiking is an excellent way to explore the spectacular landscape of the region. Head to the Rattlesnake Mountain Trailhead (10 minutes’ drive) for a four-kilometre track with scenic valley and stream views; … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Hummingbird Center?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at The Hummingbird Center? From £16.02 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.