About Grace Haven Homestead
Grace Haven Homestead is a family-run farm and retreat space created to give families, children, and communities a place to slow down, reconnect, and experience life a little more intentionally.
What started as a simple vision—to step away from the noise and pressure of modern life—has grown into a homestead centered around faith, stewardship, and meaningful connection. We believe there is something deeply grounding about being outdoors, caring for animals, working with your hands, and spending uninterrupted time together.
Here at Grace Haven, we open our land and our hearts to others through private farm tours, hands-on animal experiences, homeschool field trips, birthday celebrations, and small group gatherings. Our animals aren’t just something to look at—they’re part of the experience. Guests are encouraged to slow down, ask questions, learn, and interact in a way that builds respect, empathy, and curiosity.
Our mission is simple: to create a space where families can disconnect from the rat race and reconnect—with God, with each other, and with the natural world. Everything we do is rooted in values like responsibility, self-government, community, and sustainability. We believe real growth happens when kids (and adults) are given room to explore, move their bodies, and experience life beyond screens.
Grace Haven Homestead is also a place of vision for the future. As we continue to grow, we plan to expand offerings such as camps, retreats, lodging, and community events—all while staying true to the heart of what this place was built for: creating meaningful experiences that point people back to what truly matters.
Whether you’re visiting for a tour, celebrating a special day, or simply looking for a place where your family can breathe a little deeper—we’re honored to welcome you to Grace Haven.
We currently offer:
Private exotic animal tours (60, 90, or 120 minutes)
Private lemur experiences (can be booked on their own or added to a tour)
Private birthday parties and special events
School field trips
Homeschool field trips and homeschool groups
Camping and overnight stays, including multi-day group visits
All experiences are guided, hands-on, and by appointment only.
What Grace Haven Homestead Offers
Who This Is For
Families looking for a unique, screen-free experience
Homeschool families seeking educational field trips
Parents planning meaningful birthday celebrations
Small groups wanting a peaceful outdoor gathering
Our Values
Everything we do at Grace Haven Homestead is guided by a few core values:
Faith & Stewardship – Honoring God, caring for His creation, and leading with integrity
Family & Community – Creating space for connection, responsibility, and shared experiences
Intentional Living – Slowing down and choosing presence over distraction
Respect for Animals – Hands-on interaction rooted in care, education, and safety
Growth Through Experience – Learning by doing, exploring, and engaging with the real world
These values shape how we host guests, care for our animals, and steward the homestead.
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What to Expect During Your Visit
A visit to Grace Haven Homestead is meant to feel unhurried, welcoming, and intentional. From the moment you arrive, our goal is to create a space where families can slow down, ask questions, and truly engage with the experience.
A Guided, Personal Experience
All visits to Grace Haven Homestead are guided and by appointment only. This allows us to give each group our full attention and create a safe, meaningful experience for both guests and animals. You won’t be rushed, and you won’t be sharing the space with large crowds.
Hands-On Animal Interaction
Guests will have the opportunity to interact with and learn about our animals in a respectful, hands-on way. We take time to explain animal care, behavior, and stewardship, helping children (and adults) develop curiosity, empathy, and understanding.
Family-Friendly and Educational
Our experiences are designed for all ages, making them ideal for families, homeschool groups, and small gatherings. Kids are encouraged to move, explore, and ask questions, while parents can relax knowing the environment is safe, structured, and purposeful.
Outdoor, Working Homestead Environment
Grace Haven Homestead is a real, working farm, not a theme park. Expect outdoor walking, uneven ground, and time spent in nature. Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes are strongly recommended.
A Peaceful Pace
This is not a fast, check-the-box visit. We intentionally keep the pace calm so families can enjoy meaningful moments together—without distractions, pressure, or screens.
Ready to Experience Grace Haven Homestead?
If you’re looking for a family experience that’s personal, educational, and grounded in purpose, we’d love to welcome you.
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All visits at Grace Haven Homestead are ALWAYS private.
Every tour, experience, party, field trip, or overnight stay is reserved exclusively for your group. We do not combine groups or run public walk-through tours. -
We currently offer:
Private exotic animal tours (60, 90, or 120 minutes)
Private lemur experiences (can be booked on their own or added to a tour)
Private birthday parties and special events
School field trips
Homeschool field trips and homeschool groups
Camping and overnight stays, including multi-day group visits
All experiences are guided, hands-on, and by appointment only.
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Grace Haven Homestead is a working homestead with a strong petting-zoo component.
Unlike many petting zoos or traditional zoos, our experiences are fully hands-on and immersive. Guests are able to touch, pet, and interact with almost every animal, rather than viewing them from behind fences.
All interactions are guided and focused on safety, respect, education, and stewardship.
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Animal availability can vary depending on the experience booked, weather, and animal needs. While specific animals are never guaranteed, guests may see and interact with animals such as lemurs, kinkajous, foxes, emus, giant tortoises, giant snakes, reptiles, baby goats, and more.
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Our experiences are designed for all ages, from young children to adults. Parents and group leaders are responsible for supervising children at all times.
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Yes. We currently offer camping and overnight stays.
We have hosted many Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops, homeschool groups, and other organizations for multi-day stays.Camping and overnight visits should be discussed in advance so we can properly plan for your group.
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Yes. We can accommodate groups of all sizes.
For larger groups, such as:
School field trips
Scout troops
Large homeschool groups
Please reach out by phone call or text ahead of time so we can discuss details, group size, timing, and logistics.
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Grace Haven Homestead is an outdoor, working farm environment. We recommend:
Closed-toe shoes
Comfortable clothing
Weather-appropriate attire
Expect outdoor walking, uneven ground, and hands-on activities.
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Yes. We provide restroom facilities and handwashing stations for guests.
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Most experiences are rain or shine. In cases of severe or unsafe weather, we will communicate directly with you regarding rescheduling options.
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Because all visits are private and time is reserved specifically for your group, bookings are generally non-refundable. If you need to reschedule, please contact us as early as possible and we will do our best to accommodate within our policies.
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Yes. Guests are welcome to take their own photos and videos during their visit.
In addition, many of our tours and packages include professional photos and videos taken by us, which are shared with families after their experience. These are a favorite keepsake for many of our guests.
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Grace Haven Homestead is located in Bradford County, Florida, in North Florida.
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Yes. Grace Haven Homestead is rooted in faith-centered values, stewardship, family, and intentional living. All families are welcome, and experiences are designed to be respectful and inclusive.
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Grace Haven Homestead offers something rare:
100% private experiences
Hands-on interaction with nearly every animal
No viewing animals from behind fences
A calm, unhurried pace
A real, working homestead environment
Meaningful connection over entertainment
This is not a quick walk-through or passive experience. Guests are invited to engage, learn, and connect in a truly personal way.
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All visits are booked online in advance. Payment is required at the time of booking to reserve your private experience. Your time is held exclusively for your group.
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