“What else do you have on this earth except the love of the Lord, love of the land, and the love of your family?”
History
Harbet Lodge has a long history of acknowledging the importance of family. This property has been lovingly cared for by the Knape family for decades. This 200 acre plot of land used to be used as a dairy farm. Harrel and Betty Knape (thus where the name HarBet comes from) wanted a space for their family and future generations to call home. They raised a family here and Gregg Knape was one of those six kids.
When Gregg was in high school (around 1970), they built this current homestead. Gregg grew up to become a veterinarian and then turned the feed store on property into a large animal vet clinic.
Gregg’s wife Cheryl Knape stated, “Gregg has made it his mission to take care of the animals because that’s who we are and what we do. He gets up in the middle of the night to check on mares foaling, horses colicing, and cows trying to calve, and he does all this with a glad heart because he knows that this is what he was called to do.”
The Knapes have created a beautiful space to relax, entertain, spend time with family, and create new memories. So whether it’s getting fresh eggs out of the chicken coop or feeding Quiznos the mini horse, you’re going to love the feeling of home you get when you stay here.
Accommodations
The farm hotel has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and can sleep up to 12 people. There’s a washer and dryer for doing laundry and a fully stocked kitchen for you to make your favorite family recipes in.
Harbet Lodge has lots of personal touches in the home and reclaimed goods. For instance, the kitchen shelves were handmade out of a cedar tree that was in the backyard and the bathroom barn door in the master bedroom was found in an old barn and has been with the owner for 40 years.
Pets are allowed too, so be sure to bring the animals to enjoy the farm with you.
The Experience
Upon arrival, a charcuterie board awaits you because we all know how hungry a day of travel can make you!
If you’re looking to experience the country life, this is it! This real working farm has cattle, miniature goats, miniature horses, chickens, a garden, and all of the outside space you could ever want to roam. There’s a fire pit to enjoy making s’mores or just sit and unwind after a long day.
You can also go bass fishing in the pond out back, take a ride in an ATV, or visit the animals in the vet clinic next door.
How to Book
If you’re interested in learning more about these accommodations and are ready to make your reservation, go here to the Harbet Lodge website to reserve your date!
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