Hebron Hill is situated on over one hundred acres of mixed woods and pasture. It was established in 1952 as a place of refuge and regeneration, open to people from all walks of life. Over the years, this has been a gathering place for celebrations, reunions, and relationship-building. This place has also served as a respite for many who have sought the solace of its gently rolling fields, forests, and flowing water.

The Property 

An abundance of wildlife, native ferns, mosses, trees, and wildflowers provide a soothing environment for retreat and regeneration. With 20 acres cleared for sustainable agricultural practices, the majority of the property remains pristinely forested, laced with streams, springs, and trails. Conservation of the valued flora, fauna, and habitat found here is a priority. Future stewards find that steps have already been taken to preserve the unique biodiversity found on the property through an easement with the Virginia Department of Forestry. A 1.5 mile hiking loop trail invites active engagement with they myriad experiences this beautiful place has to offer.

Renovations & Restorative Agroforestry

Over recent years, a new level of vitality has been brought to the property. Improvements have been made with minimal disruption to the surrounding landscape and the overall character of the property. Structural and mechanical improvements to the original 4BR 2BA farmhouse were completed in 2018 including engineered repairs, HVAC, insulation, and electrical wiring, partial roof replacement, and installation of soapstone counters from the local Schuyler Quarry. A second open-concept dwelling with separate new septic built in 2019 is extraordinarily versatile. It has 2 full baths, with an ADA accessible bath on 1st floor and kitchenettes on both levels. Hardwired fiber optic internet was (finally!!!) installed in 2023, making this the perfect place to work remotely, or host group retreat gatherings. There is also an additional building site approved for an 800sf cabin.

The entire property is held in a forestry conservation easement with the Virginia DOF, the timber stands are managed under a forest stewardship plan. In partnership with the James River Association, a 5 acre riparian buffer restoration began in 2019. Over 500 seedlings have been planted and tended, including many native edibles such as mulberry, pawpaw, sugar maple, and redbud. A permaculture plan, developed by the local boutique firm Dialogue + Design, has been gradually implemented over the past decade. This includes fruit trees (peach, pear, apple, plum, pomegranate, persimmon), berries (in addition to the wild mountain blueberries found in the forest - cultivated blueberries, raspberries, gooseberries), asparagus, herbs, hügelkultur.

Natural beauty abounds as we strive to preserve the environment for creatures great and small… Indian paintbrush, minnows, sycamore, deer, whippoorwills, salamander, newt, crayfish, sassafras 

Care Farming and Forest Bathing

In partnership with nonprofit offerings, we have been able to provide increased opportunities for connection with the land for many people from all walks of life through the frameworks of forest bathing and care farming. Care farming uses therapeutic farm experiences to promote health, well-being and belonging. Forest bathing is the practice mindful immersion in a forest atmosphere, engaging all the senses to promote well-being. Such practice invites a deepened connection with nature and opportunities to experience its healing benefits.