Hidden Springs

''When you’re in Hidden Springs, you can explore a stunning lakefront, relax at a luxury spa or ski lodge, escape into the woods, or even uncover ancient mysteries at the Museum of Magic and Supernatural. What will you find in Hidden Springs?''

Hidden Springs  is a neighborhood that is available now. It was announced on August 4, 2011 and was released August 25, 2011. Sims can go to the Crystal Solarium Rejuvenating Waters and the Zephyr Health Spa or the Museum of Magic and Supernatural. It currently costs 2,250 SimPoints but after September 24, 2011 it will cost 2,450. Families include, The Cho Family, The Pertridge family, The Shue family, and the Vanderburg family. It has been confirmed on EA.

Features

 * A Whole New World Awaits - Meet new Sims, explore new locations, and become forever young when you discover the mysterious healing powers of Hidden Springs.
 * Become Forever Young - Will your Sims uncover the curious magical properties of Hidden Springs? Explore the World and you might discover rejuvenating waters, drink from the Fountain of Youth and your Sims wishes just might come true.
 * Explore New Locations - Hidden Springs is full of all-new locations, lots, and venues. Where will your adventures take you?
 * Mingle with the social elites at the Redwood Heights Luxury Lodge.
 * Experience true balance and well being as you bask in the ambiance of the Crystal Solarium Rejuvenating Waters.
 * Take imagination to another dimension of fun and fairy mischief at Fairyfolk Park.
 * Or, head to the Silver Zephyr Health Spa to discover world renowned techniques in the fields of health and beauty.
 * Exclusive New Items - Customize your game with dozens of all-new exclusive objects, clothing and hair that are only available with Hidden Springs.
 * All-New Sims and Stories - An exclusive retreat for the rich and the famous? Or a mysterious World with curious healing powers? Whatever the answer, one thing is certain: the Sims you meet in Hidden Springs will have all-new stories that are out of this World.
 * Just like Barnacle Bay, the XML in the world file carry preset celebrity data for Sims in Hidden Springs. So when The Sims 3: Late Night is installed a some number of Hidden Springs Sims have celebrity status.

Families and Households

 * Abbot
 * Carl Abbot is not too happy about being stationed in this secluded little town, but his wife thinks it will be good for them.


 * Anderson
 * Ryan Anderson, nature photographer, hopes catching the magic of the mountains on film will be his claim to fame.


 * Al Fahad
 * Laila Al Fahad is a personal doctor to the wealthy, rich and famous. She specializes in modern medicine that utilizes the mountain springs and all it's benefits.


 * Alto
 * Once a prominent accountant to the stars in Bridgeport, Bert has shown up in this delightful spa retreat with quite a lot of money in his pockets…


 * Chesterfield
 * Bruce has moved his sons from the city, and into the heart of nature, hoping to instill in them his own love of the outdoors.


 * Cho
 * Simon Cho's feature films have been so successful he's decided to reward himself with an early retirement, bringing his family along.


 * Colby
 * Christoff and Genevieve may be new to their fortune but they are determined to show the blue bloods a thing or two about class and sophistication.


 * Debutante
 * Jenny and Blake have done everything together since they were small children… whether they've enjoyed it or not. Now these two frenemies are embarking off into the world independently… with some help from their parents funds of course.


 * Free Spirit
 * Drawn to the raw nature and mysteries of the mountain, Nicholas, Cassidy, and Jessica have decided to live a life of sustainable oneness with the Earth for as long as they can stand it.


 * Mendoza
 * Child Protégé turned world wide sensation, Hector Mendoza is looking for a quiet place to create his next masterpiece… and maybe even some romance.


 * Menon
 * Anna Menon is the Queen of Fashion. From the catwalks to the fashion mags, she's had the final word. She's had a recent creative block and has come to the mountain spring to refresh and find new inspiration.


 * Moore
 * Madeline Moore loves everything about the mountains. She inherited a pretty penny from her treasure hunting Grandmother, but she's run through half of her fortune already! Will she be able to stay in town long enough to create a fortune of her own?


 * Nali
 * Ian has been a Sports instructor to the rich and famous for as long as he can remember. Whether it's tennis, skiing, or the finer points of spending a fortune, Ian is your man! Provided, of course, you've got the cash to pay his fees.


 * Ornales
 * Gabriella Ornales is a wealthy widow who can finally enjoy the finer things in life.


 * O'Dourke
 * Liam O'Dourke
 * Liam's traveled a far distance from the comfort of Sunset Valley. He's excited to further his research on the mysterious health benefits that the people of Hidden Springs enjoy. If only he were a little less intimidated by the flash and prosperity of the people themselves.


 * Pertridge
 * Lonnie Petridge has moved here with her two "lovely" daughters in hopes that a royal wedding might be in their future. Too bad she had to bring the help -- er, her step daughter along as well.


 * Rhoen
 * Emmaline Rhoen is the best healer this side of the mountain. Her practices may seem a little suspect to some but they always do the trick.


 * Ruiz"
 * This Nanny took a trip with the family she works for only to get stuck with the two kids while the parents have disappeared!


 * Runaway
 * Francesca Vanderburg
 * Sick of the constant talks about marriage and responsibility, Francesca has run off to live a life of peaceful solitude with nature.


 * Shawkti
 * Pierce Shawkti was a master on the slopes earlier in his life, but now he's focused on building a new life for himself and his daughter Sidney.


 * Shue
 * Granny Shue has always had a soft spot for children but for some reason she never settled down to have any of her own. Deciding that there were plenty of children in the world who needed a loving family she's adopted a brood of her own.


 * Song
 * Jewel Song has an eye for all things sparkling… whether they belong to her or not. But this newly wed has vowed to turn over a new leaf and is willing to go through great lengths to hide the past her new husband knows so little about.


 * Swete
 * Louis Swete doesn't like people much. He's lived in these woods all his life and the sudden influx of people might be too much for him to take…


 * Vanderburg
 * Renauld Vanderburg, Catarina Vanderburg, Sebastian Vanderburg
 * Descendant from a long line of Royals, H. M. Catarina Vanderburg is at her wits end. It's about time that her children start considering the future of the Vanderburg name. Too bad the Princess has gone missing and the last thing on the Prince's mind is settling down...


 * Winterly
 * The Winterly's have both blue blood and old money. Classic aristocrats they've been lured to town not only by the luxurious setting but also by the promises of healing for their sickly son, Charles.

List of Celebrities

 * Francesca Vanderburg (4-star celebrity)
 * Sebastian Vanderburg (4-star celebrity)
 * Renauld Vanderburg (4-star celebrity)
 * Catarina Vanderburg (4-star celebrity)
 * Simon Cho (2-star celebrity)

Deceased Sims

 * Daisy Romero (Fire)
 * Daniel Romero (Fire)
 * Ruth Chrysanthemum (Drowning)
 * Elias Nathanial (Fire)

Gallery
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Trailers and videos
Video:LIVE Q&A OF THE SIMS 3 HIDDEN SPRINGS WITH AZURE BOWIE-HANKINS|Hidden Springs Q&A