ABOUT US
Our family loves it here... you will, too!
OUR STORY
We are so proud to call Homegrown Hideaway not only our family business but our home. We'd like to share a bit of background about what we're doing here and why we've chosen this path. Jon's parents bought the property that we now call Homegrown Hideaway in the late '70s from a multi-generational farming family. He was raised on the property and has many memories here. Caroline was raised right across the road, where her parents still live today. The idea behind Homegrown Hideaway started with us wanting to finish renovating our barn so we'd have a place to host family holiday dinners. Our ever-growing family always seems to outgrow our living space and we wanted something more. We are also passionate about our local community and loved the idea of having a space where we could showcase local musical talent. When Caroline came across a local glamping property up for sale, the idea of Homegrown Hideaway just seemed to click. We want to share our beautiful piece of property with you — give you a place to escape and reconnect. We'd love for you to join us for your next getaway or special event.
Tourism & Hospitality award
Homegrown Hideaway is the winner of the 2024 Norfolk County Economic Development Tourism and Hospitality Award. "The winner of the Hospitality and Tourism Award will have a track record of excellence in the past year through increasing awareness of Norfolk County as a tourist destination, exceeded customer expectations, demonstrated measurable success and business sustainability, and have made exceptional contribution to promoting community betterment."
Wildcraft Tea Adventure An Ontario's Southwest Signature Experience
In Ontario's Southwest, we pride ourselves on one-of-a-kind, unforgettable experiences. Immerse yourself in the heart of Ontario's Southwest with Ontario Southwest's handpicked Signature Experiences. Immerse yourself in the ancient art of wildcrafting at Homegrown Hideaway, where you'll forage for nature’s finest herbs and botanicals to create your own signature tea blend. This hands-on experience connects you to the land, allowing you to savour the rich, natural flavours of your personalized tea while learning about the benefits of wildcrafted ingredients.
Long Point Biosphere Region has added us to their list of Amazing Places
Amazing Places are opportunities to educate and inspire visitors about their natural surroundings, and to create a connection that can quickly become powerful and deeply personal. Each place tells a story about physical, biological or historical features in publicly accessible locations. An Amazing Place can be different things to different people: mystical, magical, unique, breath-taking and awe-inspiring. It’s time to explore the Amazing Places in Ontario’s biosphere reserves! Thank you Long Point Biosphere Region for including us in this amazing list of sustainable Norfolk County businesses and organizations.
Norfolk Sustainable Leaders Program
The Long Point Biosphere Region is proud to have Homegrown Hideaway as part of the first cohort of the Norfolk Sustainability Leaders Program. Sustainability is the best opportunity for businesses to positively impact their team, ideal customers,local environment and our community! Together, we can position Norfolk County as a sustainability leader. Together, we are the change! We are excited to work with businesses located within the Long Point Region to help them stand out in our community and beyond and give them tools that will appeal to their ideal employees, customers and partners.
