Follow Our Rural Homestead Journey By Mail
sent to your door
Personal letters, family stories, recipes and keepsakes delivered each month.
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New Zealand, Australia, the UK, USA and Canada.
These aren't social media updates.
They're personal letters sharing the parts of life that never make it online, along with keepsakes you can hold onto.
Buildng a quieter life ...
These letters follow the life we’re building on rural land.
We’re starting from scratch, figuring out how to build a home we’ve never built before, growing our own food, and shaping a slower, more intentional way of living for our family.
You’ll see how we approach it, the decisions we make, and how it all comes together over time.
Each letter is something you can sit with and keep.
A story from our days, recipes we cook at home, laid out so you can use them, and a few thoughtful mementos from the month to collect over time.
It’s a quieter way to stay connected.
A way to follow along as it unfolds, and keep a small piece of it for yourself.
Monthly Letter
Stories from our home to yours.
Delivered To Your Door
A quiet delivery once a month.
Thoughtful Keepsakes
Useful, meaningful and made to keep.
A Moment To Slow Down
Something to sit with, not scroll past.
What's inside each letter
A personal letter from me along with keepsakes to brighten your week. From family recipes to paper goods like book marks, stickers, postcards and more.
No two months are the same - that's all part of the experience.
You will get something different each month.
The story behind the letters ...
I’m Colleen, and I write every letter you’ll receive.
Over the past three and a half years, Paul and I have been travelling with our family, building our business as we went and seeing what life looks like outside the usual path.
We started in Bali, spent a couple of years in Thailand, and moved through parts of Europe like Italy and Croatia, along with places like Greece and Turkey.
All up, we’ve lived in and travelled through more than a dozen countries during that time.
It gave us a lot of perspective.
We learned what we actually need, what we don’t, and what kind of life we want to build long term.
Now we’re choosing something quieter.
We’re settling onto rural land, focusing on home, food, and creating a slower, more intentional way of living. Less rushing, more time, more space to think and be present as a family.
The Homestead Letters came from wanting to share that in a more personal way.
Not curated posts or quick updates, but real pieces of life as it unfolds. The decisions we’re making, what’s working, what isn’t, and the small moments in between that don’t usually make it online.
Paul is a big part of this story. He's my bestie. We’re building this life side by side, and these letters follow along as it all takes shape.
If you’re drawn to a slower pace and want to see what that looks like behind the scenes, you’re welcome here.
FAQs
What are The Homestead Letters?
A monthly letter sent by post, written by me, sharing what we’re building on our land, along with a few thoughtful keepsakes to enjoy.
What will I receive each month?
Each envelope will include a personal letter and a small selection of printed pieces like postcards, recipe cards, bookmarks, or other paper goods. Not every letter will include the same items.
When will my first letter arrive?
Your first letter is sent shortly after you sign up.
When will I receive the next ones?
After your first letter, you’ll receive one each month in line with your subscription.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes, we ship worldwide.
How long does delivery take?
Please allow up to 2 weeks for delivery. It often arrives sooner, but this is a safe estimate depending on your location and postal service.
How much does it cost?
The subscription is $13 USD per month.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes, you can cancel whenever you like. Once a payment has gone through, you’ll still receive that month’s letter. Just drop me an email at [email protected] and we'll cancel your subscription immediately.
What if my letter doesn’t arrive?
If something goes wrong, just get in touch and we’ll sort it out. We want you to be happy with our product.
Is this a physical product or digital?
Everything is physical. These are real letters and keepsakes you can hold onto, read, and keep for as long as you want - they're yours.
Can I gift a subscription?
Yes. Just email [email protected] and we’ll get it sorted for you.
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