Pitch a tent among the trees and slow down for a night or two.
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Farm
Land we tend regeneratively, so the soil, water and woods get healthier every season.
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Forage
Walk the land and get to know what grows wild here.
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Gather
Shared farm meals at the long table, with friends old and new.
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the forest campsite
Stays & camping
Sleep under the trees
Trade the noise for birdsong, starlight and the smell of the forest. Camp on the land, wake up slow and join us at the table if you like.
This is an off-grid homestead, so comforts are simple and the quiet is real. Stays are booked on Hipcamp; you can also send a note below.
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Forest campsite
Our spacious forest campsite is tucked among the redwoods with plenty of natural shade and room to settle in and enjoy the quiet. Each site includes a picnic table, access to our shared BBQ and gas fire pit, a heated outdoor shower, and porta potty, with plenty of forest all around you. We’re also just 15 minutes from the beach and the charming village of Soquel, with lots of restaurants, breweries and wineries to explore.
Price
A night at the forest campsite is $75 for up to 2 guests, plus $10 for each additional guest.
Our private off-grid greenhouse kitchen is a peaceful retreat space tucked among the redwoods, available to book by the day or evening. It’s designed for small gatherings, private meals, workshops, celebrations, or simply spending a few quiet hours surrounded by nature.
The space includes a large dining table, two picnic tables, a fully stocked kitchen area, large outdoor grill, outdoor cleaning station, and a fire pit for gathering. It’s a simple, rustic space where you can slow down, cook, eat and spend time together.
Available seasonally by reservation.
Some of the best things about living off the land are meant to be shared: a long table, food from the farm and good conversation as the light fades.
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Shared farm meals
Our Cuban-inspired fireside dinners are rooted in family recipes passed down from my mom, bringing together the flavors and traditions I grew up with.
We offer a four-course, family-style meal served outdoors under the redwoods, with time to gather around the fire and, on a clear evening, take in views stretching toward Monterey Bay. Menus change with the season and what’s growing around us, with thoughtfully prepared vegetarian and local fish options.
Dinner is $35 per person and is available by reservation. We ask guests to book in advance so we can prepare everything fresh for the evening. Come hungry, dress warmly, and stay awhile. It’s meant to feel less like a restaurant and more like being invited to our table.
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Foraging walks & workshops
Our foraging walks are led by me, right here on our land in the Santa Cruz Mountains. I’ll introduce you to the plants growing around us, share what I’ve learned about identifying and using them, and talk about the role they play in a healthy, living ecosystem.
Walks are relaxed and hands-on, with plenty of time for questions, exploring and learning to recognize plants in their natural setting. Experiences are approximately 1.5–2 hours and are best suited for small groups so everyone can participate.
Foraging walks are offered seasonally and by reservation, depending on what’s growing and the conditions on the land. $10 per person. Group sizes and availability vary by season, so please reach out to plan your visit.
On the board
No gatherings on the board right now. Follow along on Instagram or send us a note to hear about the next farm meal or walk.
Foraging & workshops
What grows wild here
Fennel in flower, ripe berries, wildflowers along the path: the land changes with every season, and part of staying here is learning to notice it.
Safety first. Only eat a wild plant or mushroom if an expert has identified it with certainty. Some, like the red-capped mushroom pictured, are poisonous.
Fennel in flowerRipe berriesWildflowers on the pathLook, don't eat
Fallen trees
Crafted from fallen trees
About the land
Built by hand
Regenerative by Nature is an off-grid homestead near Santa Cruz, California. It has taken shape by hand over two years of building, and our motto says how: crafted from fallen trees.
We farm regeneratively, which means working with the land rather than against it, and we share it with people who want to camp, forage and eat together.
We’re a couple who fell in love with this piece of the Santa Cruz Mountains and have made our home among the redwoods. We’re slowly restoring and caring for the land, learning to live with the seasons, paying attention to what grows here, and finding ways to leave this place better than we found it. For us, regenerative by nature is a way of living and being on the land. It means respecting the forest, protecting the soil and water, encouraging biodiversity, growing some of our own food, foraging thoughtfully, and using what the land provides without taking more than it can give. We’re not trying to create a perfect retreat. We’re simply sharing a place we love and inviting others to slow down, reconnect with nature, and experience a different way of living.
Near Santa Cruz, California. We send directions after you book.
How do I book?
Book a stay on Hipcamp. You can also send us a note here with your dates and group size.
What should I bring?
This is an off-grid homestead, so come prepared: tent and sleeping gear, layers for cool forest nights, a flashlight and your own water bottle. We do not provide drinking water.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes — pets are welcome. Please tell us when you book.
Are campfires allowed?
No open fires, but we offer a gas fire pit. California fire rules change with the season, and we follow them.
Is there cell service?
Ask us when you book — coverage varies on the land.
Contact & booking
Plan your visit
Planning a stay, want a seat at the next farm meal, or just curious? Send us a note.
