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Just want to relax and let your mind wander? To enjoy freshly caught fish at the restaurant “Friday's”, which is known across the island’s borders? To rediscover your own creativity? Welcome to Northeney, here you can do all this!
For a long time Northeney had stood in the shadow of larger neighbor’s islands. But especially in the last few years this has proved to be a great advantage. While the others have turned into tourist ghettos, Northeney can offer (almost) untouched nature. Enjoy endless walks in the dunes, experience fantastic sunsets (weather permitting), have a barbecue at the beach.
However, please don’t forget to bring a rain jacket and warm socks - here on the island in the Northern hemisphere the weather can change quickly!
Please note also that large parts of the dunes are subject to nature conservancy protection. Please keep on designated trails. Camping is only allowed at official camp sites. Please take your litter with you and keep your dog on a leash at all times.
After two years of working on this world it’s finally ready for release. It started as a small vacation world but somehow grew into a full world.
Northeney is a bit of a mixture of locations. In our world it would probably be located in the South-Western part of the Baltic Sea. Inspirational pictures below are from Hiddensee and the Zingst peninsula. But then, I took a lot of liberties with style and landscaping so it’s not a “real” place anymore. It’s not intended to be a recognisable place.
Things to note about Northeney:
It’s a roadless world. It may take some time until the sims have reached their destination. Also, this comes with some restrictions (see below).
The world contains most career rabbitholes (with the help of rabbithole rugs, see below).
The lighthouse is working - but the effect is only visible if you are on the lot or very close by.
The world comes with custom lighting/weather. So if you have a global lighting mod you might want to take it out to see how the island is meant to look.
A save is included in the download (see more details below). It will add population and fix some things that cannot be done in CAW. Even if you don't intend to play with the included population I recommend starting any new game in Northeney by the provided save.
World Detail
Population: unpopulated (but savegame available)
Size: 1024x1024 - medium
World Type: Base (suburban)
Number of community lots: 51 (plus 6 hidden and 3 empty ones)
Number of residental lots: 26
File size: ca. 53 MB
Number of layers: 13 plus global layer
Number of terrain textures: 9, on some chunks I used more than the recommended 8 per chunk but that shouldn’t be a problem
Spawn Points: all spawners from Basegame, Late Night, Pets, Seasons, Supernatural, IP. Not all of them are in the world, some are on lots only.
There are only a couple of spawners from WA, none from ITF, also no junk spawners (Ambitions). Junk piles can be found on some lots though.
All non-opportunity based harvestable plants from all EP can be found on the island (in the world or on a lot).
Most parts of the islands are routable, only steep slopes or areas with dense vegetation are not accessible for sims. Non-camera routing was applied at the map edges.
Rabbitholes and Careers
The world contains most base game career rabbitholes (with the help of rabbithole rugs, see below). Also included is the fortune teller’s waggon and lifeguard chair.
I tried to add two subway rabbithole rugs/doors to connect the town and the little village but couldn’t find working versions. Making my own unfortunately proved to be beyond my skill. At least the way your sims have to use to get there is scenic
There is no military nor police station rabbithole. While your sims will be able to call the police in case of a burglary, no one will come. I guess it just takes too long for the police officers to get to the island from mainland….
Requirements
Required Expansions: World Adventures, Late Night, Ambitions, Pets, Seasons, Generations, Showtime, Supernatural, University Life, Isla Paradiso, Into the Future
No store content, no Stuff Packs required
Built on patch level: 1.67.2.024
Required cc:
- Jynx’ rabbithole rugs (pets fixed) for stadium, business and journalism, hospital, spa, town hall, science, movie theater, bookstore, grocery from here: http://www.modthesims.info/showthread.php?t=552847, post #6, you only need the basegame ones
- Misty’s rabbithole rugs for bistro , equestrian centre (both Naughty Sims Asylum, reqistration required) and resort (simsl3gacies, it's called Island Paradise Rabbit Hole Rug)
Save/Population
The save will add population to Northeney as well as fix most problems listed under "Known Issues". I strongly recommend to start a new game in Northeney by starting the save even if you replace the population by your own sims (but you'll miss a lot of fun!)
The save is populated with 23 households and 60 living sims in total (this includes two dogs, a horse and two cats). Most of them have careers assigned and some skills, as well as relationships between households.
Name
No. Grown Ups
No. Teenager
No. Children
No. Toddler
No. Four legged
Description
Aydogdu
2
1
The Aydogdus were looking for a quieter lifestyle for their family. Now that they've made Northeney their home they hope that their kids will like it here as much as they do. Household created by willky12.
Bastian
1
Lucia is the typical effected artist who loves the latest exhibition at the local Gallery. The cinematic lighting juxtaposes with the blasé textures and colours in each piece, simply fabulous! Household created by willky12.
Buchholz
1
Anton has always been very particular about things. He loves his flowers and has the best roses in town. Household created by willky12.
Fried
2
1
1
You won't meet the Frieds in town, they usually stay at home playing video games. Only little Thomas is deviant, he was seen playing outside on the playground lately - how could this happen?!
Gebhardt
2
1
Newly weds Gabriel and Bianka have a nice little nest in Northeney. A pair of free spirits with eyes only for each other, and occasionally their cat, Princess. Household created by willky12.
Jakobs
1
Esra has big plans. He will start first thing tomorrow to make them come true. Today he'd rather strum the guitar a bit…
Jansen
2
2
The Jansens belong to this island like the weather. They are well liked because of or maybe despite their reticent charm which is typical for this region. Household created by titosims.
June
1
1
It wasn't always easy for Jaydee, but her looks often helped her. Don't trust this cute face though. Household created by Crowkeeper.
Junker
1
Hard work and talking to the right people - this is how you progress in life and make your ideas come true. And ideas does Steffen have a lot!
Kindler
2
1
1
1
Dr. Kindler is a successful doctor. Lately he seems to be more tired than usual though. Maybe it is because his wife is working again after the birth of their third child. Or maybe it's because his oldest daughter Nele refuses to be a famous pianist. Household created by willky12.
Lehmann
2
The idylllic scenery invites artists of all sorts, and Jana and Nico are no different. Two house mates with an air of mystery about them. Why does Nico always wear sunglasses? Jana, what’s with all the black all the time? Musicians, so temperamental! Household created by willky12.
Mahlmann
2
It's about time Frederik takes care of his own life but as long as Rebekka doesn't have plans to start her own family her younger brother may stay. Household created by willky12.
Meier
1
After having finished her university with best grades Alana returned to Northeney to pursue a career as professional athlete. It would help her career though if she was more often actually at work than on a surfbord… Household created by RoocheySims.
Angerer
3
2
1
The twins were already quite a handful, then came little Johan. Now Grandpa Johan died - how will they cope?
Oltmann
2
1
1
The love was big when they met at university. Now the kids are big and Hana would like to get back to working again. Kai has climbed the job ladder and wouldn't want to hear any of that.
Petersen
1
1
If she doesn't work at the counter she likes to go for long walks with her dog. They are not getting any younger though…
Schlopp
1
Wulf likes it a bit more rustic, no frills. His hair turned white over night - if the first (and only) meeting with Agnes got something to do with it? Household created by willky12.
Scholl
2
1
The Scholl’s are just your everyday tree hugging, peace loving vegans trying to make a difference to their tiny island. Household created by willky12.
Schwarzenegger
1
1
No one in Northeney is at all surprised that Karl Schwarzenegger finds himself a single Dad. What is a mystery though is how his teenage daughter manages to put up with him. Household created by willky12.
Schwegelin
1
It's not easy to get into contact with Agnes. Many residents try anyway because rumours have it that she is able to help with quite a few ailments… Household created by AcquireSimoleons.
Singh
2
1
A baby between them and Chantal still hasn't made a permanent commitment to Ruprecht. Ruprecht is everything that Karl is not, so what's the problem here? Household created by willky12.
Spahn
2
1
Herbert and Else are long time residents of Northeney, living in the same small house with their much loved Dachshund Fritz, who is actually the fourth Fritz that has been a part of their household over the sixty years they have been together. Household created by willky12.
von Eulenburg
2
1
1
1
The Von Eulenburgs don’t mince words. Well, Elmar doesn’t at least. Mostly he spends his time taking his foot out of his mouth. It’s no secret he prefers the company of his beloved horse Ed. Household created by willky12.
Totals
37
4
9
5
5
How to use the savegame
First download the world, unzip it and install the sims3pack the same way you install all sims3packs. Quit your game and the launcher afterwards.
Then download the save file, unzip it and put the entire folder called Northeney_save.sims3 AS IS with its content into your game’s Saves folder. Please don’t rename it and don’t remove files from it.
Where your Saves folder is located depends on your operating system. For Windows 7 it’s in Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 3.
Now start your game. The save file should show up along with your other saves, you can identify it by it’s name and the missing preview picture as it was saved with no active household.
Overview
The island is roughly divided in to three parts - the town, the village and the remainder In the town you’ll find most rabbitholes and residentals. It’s the cultural center of the island and offers plenty of activities.
The village consists mostly of former farm houses or houses for the farm workers. They have been turned into family homes, often with stables. Orchards and pastures are close.
Large parts of the island are dunes though, inviting long walks at the beach or exploring the area on horseback. Fishing is possible almost everywhere.
List of Residental lots
All residental lots are fully usable and ready to play. To keep object count low, only some are fully decorated, some of them come with basic furniture only. All are CaSt'ed in the style of the world. Quite a few of them offer enough space to expand housing. Some lots are rather tiny though
br = bedroom, ba = bathroom. Cribs are not included in the sleeps count.
Nr
Lot size
Name
Function/Type
1
25x15
Hillside House
3 br, 2 ba, crib, sleeps 4
2
20x21
Marram House
2 br, 2 ba, crib, sleeps 4
3
20x25
Rose Cottage
2 br, 2 ba, crib, sleeps 4
4
15x13
House Flotsam
Starter, 1 br, 1 ba, sleeps 2
5
20x15
Little House
1 br, 1 ba, sleeps 2
6
25x20
Farmhand's Cottage
2 br, 2 ba, crib, sleeps 4
7
40x50
Bytzel Farm
4 br, 2 ba, crib, 2 stables, sleeps 7
8
15x20
Winter Shed
Starter, 1 br, 1 ba, sleeps 2
9
18x20
Farm Cottage
Starter, 1 br, 1 ba, sleeps 2
10
14x6
Cayenne
Houseboat, 1 br, sleeps 2
11
40x40
Eerkjes Farm
3 br, 2 ba, crib, 2 stables, sleeps 4+
12
30x30
Beitsje Farm
2 br, 2 ba, crib, sleeps 4
13
14x12
House Coral
Starter, 2 br, 1 ba, crib, sleeps 4
14
26x16
Fleur de Sel
1 br, 1 ba, sleeps 2
15
25x30
Old Boathouse
2 br, 2 ba, nursery with crib, sleeps 3
16
18x20
Mayor's Mansion
3 br, 2 ba, crib, sleeps 4
17
18x20
Levee's End
2 br, 2 ba, crib, sleeps 4
18
19x15
Captain's Cove
1 br, 1 ba, sleeps 2
19
22x15
Sea Dog's Haven
3 br, 2 ba, crib, sleeps 4
20
13x12
House Kelp
Starter, 1 br, 1 ba, sleeps 2
21
16x20
Carolina Rose
3 br, 2 ba, crib, sleeps 4
22
20x20
Hill House
1 br, 1 ba, sleeps 2
23
22x18
Inventor's House
1 br, 1 ba, sleeps 2
24
20x15
The Berth
3 br, 2 ba, crib, sleeps 4
25
20x20
Harlequin House
1 br, 1 ba, sleeps 2
26
20x20
The Blue Barn
1 br, 1 ba, sleeps 2
List of Community lots
Nr
Lot size
Name
Function/Type
Lot Type
1
22x18
Come Clean
Business & Journalism RH, Laundromat
Laundromat
2
38x25
Old Post Office
registers for Elixiers, Relics, Nectary, Consignement shops
Market
3
7x14
Old Sheds
hidden
4
32x10
Old Fishmarket
Art Gallery
5
40x40
Old Boathouse Pool
Pool
6
45x48
Secluded Beach
Beach
No Visitors allowed
7
15x20
Public Library and Comic Store
Comic store register
Library
8
60x50
Bytzel Stud
Equestrian Center RH, racing course
Horse Ranch
9
18x20
Café Crema
professional bar, barista
Java Hut
10
35x35
Three Oaks Camping Ground
Basecamp
11
26x28
Da Llama Park
Park
12
23x10
Barracks
Grocery, Book store, professional bar
Hangout
13
50x60
The Leaking Lizzy
Small Park
14
50x60
The Black Gull
professional bar
Dive Bar
15
11x14
Well
No Visitors allowed
16
28x25
Sand Hill School
School RH
No Visitors allowed
17
50x35
Dune Graveyard
Mausoleum and Vault of Antiquity
Graveyard
18
40x40
Elisabeth Rift
Diving spot
19
40x40
Fairway
Diving spot
20
26x15
Movie Palace
Movie Theatre RH
No Visitors allowed
21
17x17
Kitchen Garden
Harvestables
No Visitors allowed
22
22x16
Harbour Master's Office
Bistro and Town Hall RH
No Visitors allowed
23
17x5
Harbour Promenade
No Visitors allowed
24
17x5
Harbour Promenade
No Visitors allowed
25
12x12
Bytzel Estate Station
(small lot in case someone wants to place a subway/Llama, dive well or any other means of quicker transportation)
No Visitors allowed
26
10x10
Post Office Station
(small lot in case someone wants to place a subway/Llama, dive well or any other means of quicker transportation)
No Visitors allowed
27
28x15
King's Crown Hotel
barista
Gym
28
30x30
Institute for Science
Science RH (Lighthouse)
No Visitors allowed
29
22x18
Jacob's Stairs
No Visitors allowed
30
16x18
Jacob's Ladder
No Visitors allowed
31
25x30
St. Jakob's Chapel
No Visitors allowed
32
10x10
Karla's Kiosk
WA book shop register
Small Market
33
60x60
Fairground
Showtime Stage, professional bar, barista
Festival
34
34x20
Meadow
No Visitors allowed
35
25x20
The Art Barn
Small Park
36
22x18
Communal Health and Spa Centre
Hospital, Spa RH
No Visitors allowed
37
19x19
Let's Roll Bowling
Hangout
38
30x15
Ticketshops
Fortune Teller's career
No Visitors allowed
39
40x40
Northern Rift
Diving spot
40
40x40
Northern Beach
No Visitors allowed
41
15x30
Orchard
harvestables
No Visitors allowed
42
26x8
Harbour Shanties
hidden
43
16x9
Robinson
professional bar
Local Watering Hole
44
20x16
Salon Tassilo
Stylist career (and tatoo chair)
Salon
45
15x9
Sascha's Souvenirs
hidden
46
20x7
Shabby Shacks
hidden
47
10x10
Schmidtchen's Arcade
Arcade
48
20x15
Smuggler's Den
Criminal RH
No Visitors allowed
49
13x7
Shabby Shacks
hidden
50
27x6
Sheds
hidden
51
30x50
Seaport
Port
52
20x20
Seven Springs
Fishing hole
53
26x20
Sports Ground
Stadium RH
No Visitors allowed
54
40x30
Stein Theatre
Showtime Stage
Live show venue (Showtime)
55
60x54
Southern Beach
Lifeguard career
Beach
56
30x22
Uno
2 professional bars
Cocktail Lounge Celebrity (Late Night)
57
40x50
Resort Windjammer
professional bar, resort stuff
Resort
58
20x25
empty lot
No Visitors allowed
59
10x10
empty lot
No Visitors allowed
60
20x15
empty lot
No Visitors allowed
Playing in a roadless world
Our lovely little island is happy to welcome visitors and new residents. Please be advised that in order to maintain our quaint and quiet way of life, there are no vehicles permitted in Northeney - no cars, no bikes, no scooters, no brooms, no buses, no taxis, no limos, no trucks, and no carpool.
We do not offer pizza delivery or maid service.
Our last repair technician has moved off island, so please check out a DIY book.
We welcome children, and they walk to our excellent school. We love them so much that we don't send them to boarding school.
We do not enforce our teen curfew.
There are no child adoption services on the island.
Though the main land reports the occasional alien encounter, our skies are free of UFOs, though you may meet a green resident or visitor out and about town.
We are happy to provide mail service and daily newspaper delivery.
A butler service will be available.
Thanks and credits
Huge thanks to Crowkeeper, willky12 and attuned, whose constant support and practical help made this world possible. Also to SimmyRN, mammut, maramaja06, ktarsims and Don Babilon for testing and advice.
Jynx and Misty for their Rabbithole Replacements
HP and Awesims for their fabulous textures
willky12: all dive lots and decoration of the flower shop
Crowkeeper: Beach, Beach bar and beach souvenir shop, interiour design boathouse residental
attuned for interiour design and name of Come Clean lot
willky12, Crowkeeper, Roocheysims, Titosims, AcquireSimoleons for population
Brntwaffles for their lighting mods which I used as base for the custom lighting for this world
Known Issues
The names of the rabbitholes don't survive CAW export. If you don't use the provided save you will have to rename them yourself.
The game likes to respawn the trash can in the resort in front of the entrance stairs no matter where I place it. Better to move it someplace else to avoid potential (but not very likely) routing issues (fixed in savegame).
If you don't use the provided save, please note that in some fresh games the Seaport lot and the Black Gull lot are not accessible due to the way the lots are built. This does not happen in every fresh game. But if it does, enter build mode on these lots and set the front of the lot again. This should resolve the issue for this save. If you start a fresh game in this world, you might have to do it again.
Please note that plattform and slide into the ocean in the Old Boathouse Pool are decorative only. Sims cannot use it, nor can they climb onto that plattform. If you try to make them, they will show the weirdest routing and eventually get stuck. You will have to manually reset them in this case.
Wild horses tend to get stuck in the town. I recommend to play without this option. I also recommend to use NRAAS Overwatch to tidy up some other EA bugs.
There are different versions of the Bistro and Equestrian Centre Rabbithole rugs floating around. So in case they are missing in Northeney please manually replace them with the version you have installed. Please don't use two different versions of the same RH rug at the same time, I'm not sure if this wouldn't cause conflicts. The Equestrian RH rug should be located at the Bytzel-Anger (the big lot with the horse training course), the Bistro RH rug is supposed to be at the Harbour Master's Office.
The names for the seasonal festival days at the festival lot don't seem to survive caw export. So if you have only generic names for them feel free to apply whatever names you want for them (fixed in savegame).
You will need to reset/replace the ITF-Elevator at the Institute for Science or your sims won't be able to use it. This is an EA bug.
1. Click the file listed on the Files tab to download the file to your computer.
2. Extract the zip, rar, or 7z file. Now you will have either a .package or a .sims3pack file.
For Package files:
1. Cut and paste the file into your Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 3\Mods\Packages folder. If you do not already have this folder, you should read the full guide to Package files first: Sims 3:Installing Package Fileswiki, so you can make sure your game is fully patched and you have the correct Resource.cfg file.
2. Run the game, and find your content where the creator said it would be (build mode, buy mode, Create-a-Sim, etc.).
For Sims3Pack files:
1. Cut and paste it into your Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 3\Downloads folder. If you do not have this folder yet, it is recommended that you open the game and then close it again so that this folder will be automatically created. Then you can place the .sims3pack into your Downloads folder.
2. Load the game's Launcher, and click on the Downloads tab. Find the item in the list and tick the box beside it. Then press the Install button below the list.
3. Wait for the installer to load, and it will install the content to the game. You will get a message letting you know when it's done.
4. Run the game, and find your content where the creator said it would be (build mode, buy mode, Create-a-Sim, etc.).
Extracting from RAR, ZIP, or 7z: You will need a special program for this. For Windows, we recommend 7-Zip and for Mac OSX, we recommend Keka. Both are free and safe to use.