Chelsea, MI, Washtenaw County
Lease
Mar 4, 2026
Acreage
- 129 Acres Available
Infrastructure and Equipment Available
Past/Current Land Usage
Vision for the Farm
Commercial Farming Partnership Opportunities
Robin Hills Farm – Chelsea Michigan
Robin Hills Farm is a certified organic farm and event destination seeking experiences farmers to operate independent agricultural enterprises on designated portions of our property. These opportunities are structured as low-cost leases with revenue sharing designed for established growers who can operate professionally within a high traffic agritourism environment. Our goal is to rebuild a vibrant farm-to-table ecosystem while increasing agricultural activity and enhancing the guest experience.
Available Opportunities
Sunflower Production – 5 acres
- 1 year renewable lease
- Certified organic land
- Farmer is responsible for all production activities
- Farmer may sell up to 60% of harvested flowers
- Robin Hills Farm retains the remainder as part of compensation
- No admission or photo fees permitted
- High visibility due to on-site events
Christmas Tree Production – 3 acres
- Minimum 3-year lease
- Farmer purchases and plants trees
- Robin Hills Farm will own a portion of the trees as compensation
- Shared sales model
- Revenue share on farmer-owned trees
- Robin Hills Farm will assist with marketing and seasonal events
Poultry Production – 2 acres
- 1-year renewable lease
- Laying hens and/or meat birds permitted
- Farmer may sell products commercially
- RHF receives agreed-upon product and revenue share
Tilapia Aquaculture
- Farmer is responsible for stocking and management
- Commercial sales permitted
- RHF will purchase a portion of harvest
Applicants must
- Carry liability insurance
- Accept responsibility for farming activities and animals
- Maintain a clean, organized operation
- Coordinate activities around scheduled events
- Be able to provide references upon request
Past/Current Land Usage
Description of the property’s current condition, current use(s), and past use(s)
Robin Hills Farm is a certified organic farm and event venue. The property functions as both a working farm and a wedding/event destination, with agricultural areas integrated into a public facing environment.
The farm is currently in a rebuilding phase of its agricultural programming. While the property has historically supported active farming operations, production has been reduced in recent seasons. The land available for lease is open, usable ground that will require farmer-led preparation prior to planting or stocking.
The property is actively used as:
- a wedding and private event venue
- a public event destination (seasonal programming)
- a restaurant and farm-to-table culinary operation
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open agricultural land with designated farming sections
Event operations occur throughout the year, with peak activity during wedding season (spring-fall). Farmers operating on the property must be comfortable working within an active event environment and coordinating around scheduled gatherings
Transition Agreement
Lease
Production Preferences
Preferred Farming Method
Certified Organic
