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Brightwood Homestead

Hosted by Skip · Durham, North Carolina
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Welcome to Brightwood Homestead! This 4-acre property was acquired as raw land in 2020. Since then, we've organically built a place where autonomy and action meet. This little piece of paradise in Durham county is the base of operations for our non-profit organization. My partner, my newborn son, and our host of pets and livestock call this fledgling farm home! This property serves as a "living classroom," where I empower, encourage, and equip underserved people of color with the skills necessary to live holistic, self-sustainable lives. Our priority is food/occupational security and environmental awareness. Come and share our space for camping, a weekend getaway, a homestead experience, or a safe place to park during your travels. I spend the majority of my time working the land, occasionally visiting the office or schools. I'm available to help you settle in or point you in the direction of whatever you're looking for in Durham! Our homestead's amenities include: Reliable solar and grid power, filtered running well water. Clean, fully enclosed, and ventilated outhouse with running water and a flushing toilet. Private, spacious, and HEATED bathhouse with a waterfall shower. 800 sq. ft. screened-in Army tent doubling as a lounge and workspace equipped with a library, desk, comfy seating, and even a full-sized pool table! Large common area with a fire pit, 10ft grill/smoker, and picnic area. We are 15 minutes from bustling downtown Durham, grocery stores, and shopping. 20 minutes from the state park, Falls Lake, and the Eno River. Just off two major highways. Breakfast, lesson/experience, and volunteer packages available! Pet and child-friendly!
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    Staying here changed my life. I’ve been reflecting on my experience for two weeks, telling my friends about this place, planning my return, etc. Skip is a genuine, insightful, kindred soul and he was incredibly accommodating (I arrived after 10pm and he still made time to help me get settled and talk with me), open (he showed me everything on the homestead and talked with me at great length, answering my questions and sharing his experiences with me), and thoughtful (the homestead is designed with care and the access to amenities is perfect). The land is beautiful! The space is safe and welcoming, and as a black woman traveling solo, this was crucial for me. I left feeling inspired and re-energized. So glad to have found this place and to have made a new friend in Skip.
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    · May 2024
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    We got in late (9:30 PM) and Skip came and met us at the main road directing us with a flashlight. He was very kind and offered to help us out by providing light for setup (which we politely declined). His campsite is nice and quiet and set back far enough from the road that you feel safe and secluded!
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    · May 2024
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    Skip is super friendly and so helpful! My roommate and I camped while waiting for our new apartment to be ready and I’m so happy we camped at fletchers lot! Made the whole process feel less stressful
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    Isabel S.
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    · April 2024
    Skip is a rockstar!
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    Skip was super amazing! He was so patient and helpful with me being a newbie! This place is gorgeous and just how you want to camp in beautiful setting. We'll definitely be back!
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    Durham, Durham, North Carolina, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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    Hosted by Skip G.

    Joined in April 2024

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