Experience the buzz and bliss of bee therapy!
Honey Bees embody a sense of wonder and enchantment, offering a glimpse into the magic of nature. As the sole insect responsible for producing food for humans, they have many more wonders to share.
The soothing hum of their industrious activity and the sweet aroma of their honey production create a truly captivating experience.
Typically, only beekeepers get to appreciate the full extent of this wonder, but now, the Honeycomb Cottage invites you to immerse yourself in the full sensory delight of the bees' world, beyond just the taste of honey.
The Honeycomb Cottage
According to traditional apitherapy (which is a broader term that encompasses various bee-related therapies), the gentle hum of the bees creates a soothing, vibrational energy that can be absorbed by lying on top of the beehives. This calming, massage-like effect can help to reduce stress, improve circulation, and boost overall energy levels, promoting a sense of well-being and relaxation. Now in Stillwater MN you can experience this form of bee therapy at the Honeycomb Cottage!
Spending time near bee colonies and inhaling the aerosol may have a range of benefits. The air is filled with aromas of honey, beeswax, propolis, and Royal Jelly, which may have antimicrobial and stimulating properties. Some people find that this environment helps improve respiratory function, immunity, and blood composition. The gentle vibrations, regulated temperature, and soothing buzzing sound of the bees may also contribute to a sense of relaxation. While the exact effects are still being explored, many find this experience immensely calming.
We were unaware of apitherapy prior to meeting Hailey Kisch of Big Sky Acres in Schafer, MN in early 2024. Hailey then introduced us to Mike Mackiewicz of Bone Lake Meadows Apiary in Scandia, MN. Together we worked on designing the Honeycomb Cottage over the next few months and we were able to open for our first season in the summer of 2024.
At the Honeycomb Cottage, we have raw unfiltered local honey and beeswax candles provided by Hailey Kisch at Big Sky Acres for sale.
Hailey has raw local honey, beeswax candles, herbal tinctures, chicken, chicken and duck eggs, milk, cream, vegetables and additional handmade locally sourced products for sale year round that can be ordered online here. You can also go to her farm stand in Shafer, MN to shop in person and see what kinds of products she has available seasonally. Location of Hailey’s farm stand can be found here. We highly recommend making the trip to check it out!
We are forever grateful to be partnered with Mike and Hailey, it is because of their help and guidance that we have been able to make the Honeycomb Cottage MN a reality!
We are also fortunate to have connected with Jenny Holsinger of Apotheosis in Wyoming, MN. Jenny has been practicing Reiki and Life Coaching since 2017 and has expanded her expertise to include Spinal Flow Technique, hypnotherapy, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), and emotional body guidance. We are excited to begin offering Spinal Flowing with the Bees in our 2025 season! Additionally, we sell Jenny’s exceptional tea blends in the Honeycomb Cottage.
How It Works
Bee entrance
The bee hives are located in enclosed boxes on the south and west sides of the Honeycomb Cottage. These hives are located under the resting benches. The bees come and go through small holes on the outside of the structure.
Your entrance
There is a human door on the front of the Honeycomb Cottage that opens into the spacious interior. We have a mat outside where you can leave your shoes, there are pillows and yoga mats inside so you can get comfortable and relax!
The separation
Under the resting benches inside the Honeycomb Cottage is a double layer of steel mesh that keeps the bees on the outside of the cottage, while allowing the aromas and sounds of the hive to come through.