To host a space for you to encounter God, and connect with others.
Stuart's Ranch is our family property where Stu Epperson Sr. was born and raised.
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28
“But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.” 2 Peter 3:18
“But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.” 2 Peter 3:18
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28
We encourage anyone staying at the farm to spend time outdoors, experiencing God’s beautiful creation. All ministry activities are encouraged.
Ministry
Outdoors
Activities
Breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, beautiful rolling hills, pastures, and woods. An abundance of places to commune with Jesus.
Prayer
Views
Communion
Roughly 1,000 acres are used for farming and pastureland for cows. Please be mindful and respectful of this fact when exploring the land.
Quiet
Explore
Farmland
Staying at the Ranch
The ranch was made to be a place for individuals, their families, and organizations to spend intentional time seeking God, and growing in deeper relationships with one another. Our mission is to serve families, organizations centered around faith in God and belief in Jesus, active duty, veteran, and retired military members, active, separated, and retired law enforcement officers, and first responders.
Our goal is to provide land and lodging for a time of rest, and intentionality with others and the Trinity, not a vacation. We were made for a deep relationship with Father God. When we are outdoors, we are in His creation, a place not built by human hands. God’s creation shows us a small glimpse of His glory. We ask for individuals, their families, and groups, to use the time spent on the property for spiritual growth and renewal. We also ask that a leader be present who will facilitate an atmosphere of prayer and worship by leading individuals and groups in a bible study, a spiritual syllabus, or curriculum of that nature.
We allow guests to come to the ranch at designated times throughout the year. Those times will be shown as available dates on the calendar.
An application must be completed by those who would like to stay at the ranch, but does not guarantee approval to stay.
Stuart's Ranch
An Epperson Family Home
Since 1937
We ask anyone seeking to stay at the ranch to fill out the application.
Our directors assess, and prayerfully consider all applications presented to us before selection.
Yes, if you are friends of the family and have been coming to the ranch year after year, we still ask that you fill out an application each time to help us regulate and manage our calendar, communications, and expectations.
Please do not visit the property without seeking prior approval from the family. We encourage anyone to fill out the application for consideration.
All of the designated lodging options have electricity, running water, full kitchens, and full bathrooms. All beds will have linens, thick blankets, and pillows. Towels, washcloths, soap, and toilet paper are also provided. The kitchens come equipped with basic appliances, coffee makers, and cooking utensils. The water in each of the houses is filtered well water and is drinkable. Please bring your own food, beverages, as well as personal items.
While the ranch is a place intended for rest and renewal, we want to allow for individuals and groups specifically seeking and coming with a spiritual purpose to be able to stay. Due to the amount of inquiries we receive, we want to focus on groups looking for a place to hold a conference, retreat, or spiritual gathering.
Our three homes are each priced very reasonably at at per night rate to cover the basic expenses. Additionally, a flat rate cleaning fee will be applied to each stay at each house regardless of the length of stay. Please see applicable prices when you click the “Check availability” link for each home.
The yellow Moses House is the only house with Wi-Fi. We encourage anyone staying at the ranch to use the time spent there to commune with the lord and unplug from the typical digital connectedness of life.
Stuart’s Ranch is a private ranch and does not allow public hunting of any kind. There will be no hunting by anyone staying on the property.
Shooting and Target Practice: No range activities or target shooting is allowed on the property until a designated range is built. This includes firing a weapon of any kind at anything.
Trail Cameras: No trail cameras may be used on Stuart’s Ranch property.
ATVs and Off-Road Vehicles: ATVs and Off-Road vehicles are permitted with strict regulations. No unsupervised operation by children under the age of 18 years old. Must remain on marked trails and comply with all local and state regulations. Stuart’s Ranch, LLC is not responsible for any injury, death or damage to person or personal property while engaging in any activity of agritourism, including use of ATV/ UTVs.
Yes, the lake is situated between our family log cabin and white lake house. We encourage guests to swim and fish at the lake at your own risk. Additionally, please be respectful of the houses around the lake and avoid parking near them as some of our family lives here year round.
The White Harry House is where Stu was born and raised. It was built by Harry Epperson, Stu’s father.
The Yellow Moses House was built by Moses Epperson, and has been in the family for generations.
The Calvary House is our smallest home on the Ranch, but its perfect couples, or simply to provide additional beds for groups.
