Welcome
Bear Haven Cabin
Located at Wild Bear Mountain Homestead
Welcome
Bear Haven Cabin
Located at Wild Bear Mountain Homestead
Bear Haven Cabin
Located at Wild Bear Mountain Homestead
Bear Haven Cabin
Located at Wild Bear Mountain Homestead

Welcome to the beautiful mountains of Virginia!
Join us, Dan & Del, married for 40 years, as we figure out, work on projects & enjoy retirement at our little homestead along the river!
We have 3 amazing kids, 2 granddaughters and 2 great grands!!! We purchased our little cabin alongside the river in 2016, spending every available moment since planning, gardening & putting in systems with goals focusing on self-sufficiency, sustainability, and connecting to the land. Dan is retired military, & retired from his contracting job. I am a Community Herbalist, & retired Yoga Instructor/Studio Owner.
Most people think we are crazy to plan aging in place & retiring on our mountain homestead, as there's not a single flat piece of land on our almost 12 acres!!! We have 2 dogs, Kai (German Shepherd) & Lunette (Chihuahua) & a cat named Gypsy. We already have chickens- and a rooster named Rhett - goats are in our future!
Come back to see us & join us on our journey for more exciting adventures!
It's spring time in the mountains 2025!Video Christmas Card from our home to yours!!! A winter wonderland on full display with quiet joy, snow, nature and simple blessings.... Warmest wishes from our little haven in the woods. Merry Christmas!!!
First snow of the year! It was a beautiful sunny day, so we decided to enjoy a little brunch along our riverbank!
The summer flowers linger, as we haven't had a frost. All beautifully displayed amidst the autumn colors.
Check out our YouTube Channel -@wildbearmountainhomestead documenting our downsizing journey
and our adventures since retiring!

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