# Fortress of Love Homestead

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- **Location:** Chelsea, Michigan, United States
- **Price:** from $39.90/night
- **Rating:** 98% recommend (222 reviews)
- **Sites:** 1
- **Size:** 5 acres
- **Host:** Doug R.

## Overview

Fortress of Love homestead, previously Long Haul Farm, is rebuilding to be a functioning homestead in Chelsea, MI dedicated to sustainably growing plants, family, community, and soil biology for generations, the long haul!

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We are no longer doing any flower growing like we did before, as life has taken us to work outside of our own space. However, we've shifted to more stewardship on our property and the adjacent preserve. We'd love to guide you on a hike and teach about the local ecology, flora, and fauna too! The goats and chickens continue to provide joyful entertainment as well. 

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Acknowledging that this land was unceded by the people who previously occupied it, we're offering that anyone with indigenous ancestry can stay for reduced rates, just message us and ask! 

-------- History --------

Growing up, I used to come here to visit my great-aunt & uncle's horse ranch. My great uncle grew up visiting his great uncle who was one of the first in our family on this land. They were animal and nature lovers, and in their retirement, sold 130 acres to The Nature Conservancy, all of which is now protected as a county nature preserve.

Unfortunately, 11 years ago, my great-uncle and aunt had passed, and we had to sell the family land.

Serendipitously, as we were looking for a farm homestead to move to, we reconnected with the owners of the land, and they were just deciding to sell it. My family was able to buy back the family land and continue the legacy.

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We hoping to develop a permaculture inspired homestead, planting an orchard and keep chickens and pigs. We love living here surrounded by extensive state and county parks and recreation land, while still being close enough to Chelsea and Ann Arbor for all that they provide.

Our aim is to create a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable atmosphere for our visitors. We hope to provide a refuge in nature and perhaps even some education of flowers or wildlife.

Join us in carrying on the legacy of family land stewardship and love for natural spaces!

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Doug (he/him/his) & & Phoebe (5yr old - She/they TBD)

## Highlights

- **Amazing views:** Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
- **All to yourself:** 97% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

## Amenities

- **Amenities:** Potable water, Toilets, Campfires, Picnic table
- **RV amenities:** Electricity Hookup
- **Activities:** Biking, Boating, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback riding, Paddling, Swimming, Wildlife watching, Fall Fun
- **Terrain:** Forest, Field, Wetlands, Farm

## Sites

- **Shady Corner Camp - Tents & Campers** (rv-tent, up to 10 guests, $42.00/night)

## Policies

- **Check-in:** 14:00
- **Check-out:** 12:00
- **Minimum nights:** 1
- **Cancellation:** Moderate (Full refund 3 days before check in time starts)
- **Pets:** not allowed
- **Children:** allowed

## Recent reviews

> Doug was very welcoming and helpful. Beautiful plot of land with a private area for camp.
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> - Nick B., October 26, 2025

> We loved our stay on Doug’s land!! Such a fun getaway, we had a blast! Very quirky place with amazing views and plenty of space:)
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> - Grayson H., October 19, 2025

> Great place for camping with a family. Secluded area right next to a nice walking trail through county-kept grounds. The host was accommodating and very welcoming.
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> - Christian Paul F., September 27, 2025

> A nice secluded spot close to lots of natural trails and parks! Great supply of dry wood sawdust toilet, fire pit, metal chairs and a plastic picnic table are on site.
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> - Rayne K., September 15, 2025

> My wife and 2 dogs stayed for 4 days and really enjoyed the peace and quiet of the farm land. It was great with easy access to state land for hiking and fishing. The campsite was very shaded and kept us cool with 90° temps. Doug was a very kind soft spoken person, making sure we had what we needed for our stay. We 10/10 recommend and will more than likely be back, thank you Doug for making your beautiful property accessible to us!
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> - Ryan Q., August 9, 2025