The Tour
During her life, our founder Valerie valued organic, ethical, and sustainable practices in her life, and incorporated those beliefs in the building and maintaining of her home and land. She also knew that this way of being could be beautiful, and when you see how these realities intersect you will get a true sense of her spirit. When you enter The Sanctuary, the beauty of her creation is plain to see; when you realize that her goal of intentional living was not sacrificed and you see the impact it has on the health of our collective, the luminosity of the beauty shines through even brighter.
The primary wood supports of the house are from a century-old reclaimed barn. The floors are reclaimed chestnut wood, or tile. The walls are constructed of foot thick Durisol block – made from 80% recycled wood. No drywall material was used and all walls are covered with American Clay plaster and have a beautiful soft palette of natural colors. High efficiency geothermal heating and cooling is used, as well as radiant floor heat, making the experience something for our collective to aspire toward. Valerie was our visionary, and her vision is clearly seen throughout The Sanctuary and the grounds in the most vibrant of ways.
The Sanctuary
There are many ethical decisions that human beings make with respect to the environment. Valerie valued organic, ethical and sustainable practices and incorporated her beliefs in maintaining her land and building her home. You will see the beauty of her creation and sense the impact that intentional living has on our collective health, when you enter The Living Sanctuary. The primary wood supports of the house are from a century-old reclaimed barn. The floors are reclaimed chestnut wood, or tile. The walls are constructed of foot thick Durisol block – made from 80% recycled wood. No drywall material was used and all walls are covered with American Clay plaster and have a beautiful soft palette of natural colors.High efficiency geothermal heating and cooling is used, as well as radiant floor heat.
The Living Room
Our primary floor Living Room is ideal for a small cosy gathering. The sleeper sofas around the hearth, just off the large open kitchen, create the perfect area to converse over a warm meal or connect with drums along the fireplace.
The Dining Room
Our centrally located Dining Room has room at a long table for at least 14, with cutlery for 24. Adjacent to the kitchen and primary floor living room, this space is perfect for a formal meal or large enough to sit a large group for a casual lunch.
State of The Art Kitchen
The kitchen is equipped with state of the art energy efficient appliances, and boast a fifteen foot labradorite / granite countertop. Guest may bring food and drink and enjoy time gathered in the kitchen or may choose to have meals catered.
With the work of local artist and craftsmen, Kaviar Forge of Louisville, KY and Westport Cabinets of Westport, KY, wood and iron features are prominent and create a one-of-a-kind look and experience.
The Solarium
This fantastical large sunroom off the main living floor is voted everyone’s favorite spot. With three of the four walls being covered in floor to ceiling windows, you get the view of being outside with the comfort of sitting xxx. With five sofa sleepers, a four person table, traditional rocking chairs, and a secretaries desk, we’re sure you’ll find the perfect spot to snuggle up and take in the leaves changing colors.
The Balcony Bedroom
Hosts 2 twin beds and a large balcony opening up to our vast meadows and trails. The on suite bath, with a standup shower & spacious sizable jacuzzi tub has incredible and expansive views of the property.
The Loft Den
As you depart the beautiful staircase, adorned with Caviar Forge iron handrails, you will step into the loft den. This open and expansive meeting space has 5 sleeper sofas, large windows, a music nook, as well as a desk for journaling. Follow through this room to The Loft Bedroom.
The Loft Bedroom
Situated upstairs, off the Den, the Loft Bedroom has a queen size bed, a twin fold out couch and an ensuite bathroom with a standup shower. The bedroom showcases beautiful and large windows overlooking most of the 100+ acres we have. Large beams and open air walls create the true loft vibe.
The Meeting Space
Situated on the ground floor, boasts over xx hundred square footage to host large and small gatherings. Whether it be a women’s circle, seminar, or speaking engagement, our room it’s sure to meet any of your gathering needs. We have many folding tables and chairs, back jacks and floor pillows. We have a large screen for use, as well as large and small sound bowls. This room opens up to our large patio equipped with a comfy couch and chairs.
The Cabin Bedroom
Boasts 2 twin beds and full bath with standup shower and gorgeous and spacious bath just outside the door. Our cabin bedroom sits just off the main meeting space, a practitioner’s quiet retreat.