About The Nestled Homestead

Hello & Welcome! My name is Samantha, a first generation homesteader, the face behind this operation. It all started with watching a food documentary which changed my thought process on our food system and I never looked back. Yes, I still indulge in some processed foods every now and then. But for the most part it is real, I know where it came from, whole foods. I never imagined I would be doing what I do now. Eight years ago is what began this wonderful homesteading journey to get back to basics.

A little bit about me... Mama of three amazing kids; two girls and a boy. I have my bachelors degree in business administration and work full time in the banking industry. I'm an independent contractor, worked as an editor, dabble in content creation, manage my homestead, volunteer my time to help my dear friends with Homesteaders of America events, and founder of Heal Well (currently in the beginning stages) which was birthed out of one of the most difficult times of my life. 

I am passionate about homesteading, family and Jesus. I love simple living while advocating for authentic healing and wellness to live an optimal life. I enjoy being in the garden, watching my chickens, planning my homestead, a cup of coffee, a good book, music, singing, cooking/baking, deep conversations, sweet treats, being on the lake, hiking the mountains, spring & fall seasons, & spending time with my family & friends. My contentment comes from God and my encouragement comes from my kids. 

We currently rent our tiny homestead which is slow growing. One day I hope to own property to create a small farm/farmstead. My primary goal is to cultivate a life we don't need a vacation from. 

Our homestead is on 3 acres near the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains. Nestled away not too far from the base of those mountains surrounded by trees for privacy and tranquility. God has shifted our life in a way I could have never dreamed up myself. We are on a completely different journey than I had planned out in my head but I am here for it!