Bella Vue at Pepin Heights • U cut lavender

Nestled on the scenic bluffs overlooking the Mississippi and Chippewa Rivers, Bella Vue at Pepin Heights offers a unique and tranquil escape into nature. Here, we're committed to providing a sanctuary not only for our visitors but also for our vibrant wildlife, including bees, birds, and butterflies. The natural beauty of our lavender gardens coupled with the fateful dance of bees in our apiary showcases nature's marvel. This is a place where you can pause and find your own piece of sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, as you watch eagles soar and pelicans migrate across the skies.

Our story brings together decades of experiences from travels around the world—from the rich cultures of Latvia to the exotic landscapes of Ethiopia. This journey led us to discover Bella Vue at Pepin Heights, an idyllic retreat positioned high above the Mississippi River, imbued with profound natural beauty. We delight in sharing this hidden gem with others, providing a haven for relaxation and reflection.

Bella Vue began as a weekend retreat for our family and our bees, and it quickly transformed into a private nature reserve and pollinator sanctuary. Located within the unique ecological zones of the Flyway Zone and the Driftless Region, our commitment to conserving and showcasing its natural beauty is unwavering. We are fortunate to collaborate with dedicated conservation partners and supportive neighbors as we work toward enhancing our sanctuary's ecological diversity.

Our current initiatives include the management of woodland areas spanning more than 25 acres, aimed at improving wildlife diversity through careful moderation of variety, maturity, and canopy density. A further five acres are being transformed from a pasture to native prairie to draw in migrating songbirds and butterflies, providing essential pollinator habitats for bees and local invertebrates.

By joining us at Bella Vue, you are invited to enjoy guided woodland walks, witness the mesmerizing cycle of honey-making by bees, revel in the perfume of lavender, and find solace in the tranquility we proudly deliver. With our small-group philosophy, every experience promises to be both relaxing and rejuvenating. Moreover, knowing that 100% of our profits contribute directly to conservation efforts provides an added sense of fulfillment and purpose to your visit.