Meadowlane Farm
The new home of Mulberry Acres Rescue
After saving for many years, searching for a property to build a sanctuary for animals in need, we finally found the perfect location: the historic Meadowlane Farm in Brighton, Michigan.
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We have big dreams for this property. Check out our project plans below and see how you can help.
Rescue Center
Indoor and Outdoor Aviaries
This spacious three-car garage will be our new Rescue Center for our flock. We are currently renovating to include: heating, cooling, advanced air filtration, and indoor and outdoor aviaries.
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Our construction fundraising goal is $15,000, and we have raised half the amount. To learn more about our new Rescue Center build, click here:
Meadowlane Farmhouse
Come stay at the farm
This American Foursquare was built in 1890 with a stone and hand-cut log foundation. Around 1930, a major renovation transformed the interior layout with cove ceilings, spacious bedrooms, a modern kitchen, mudroom, and sun porch with jalousie windows.
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We are currently attending to necessary repairs, but our plan is to have the farmhouse ready for guests by Fall 2025, open year round. Proceeds from this vacation rental will go toward funding the sanctuary. We can't wait to host you!
Meadowlane Barn
This impressive, Civil War Era hay barn was the first structure built on the Meadowlane Farm property around 1860. We are committed to saving this historic building from deteriorating.
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Work on the barn began in February 2024, with the construction of a brand new metal roof, but there is so much more to do!
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Bunny Burrow
A refuge for rescued domestic rabbits
The Bunny Burrow is a heartwarming initiative that aims to provide a safe haven for rescued domestic rabbits. The project involves converting the old Meadowlane Chicken Coop into a much needed paradise, complete with tunnels, ramps, cozy beds, and tons of enrichment.
With a focus on rescue, rehabilitation, and eventually adoption, the Bunny Burrow will be a place where rabbits in need finally receive the care and attention they've always deserved.
The Corncrib
A monument to the old ways
Corncribs were first used by Native Americans, who stored their harvests in ventilated structures built a few feet off the ground. The brilliant use of airflow resulted in faster drying times and longer lasting grain.
European settlers were quick to copy the design for their own harvests. As farming practices modernized, however, corncribs fell out of use and most of them were torn down. Very few of these buildings are still standing in Michigan.
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The Meadowlane Farm Corncrib was built around 1930. We intend to use it for drying firewood, flowers, and herbs, and as a backdrop to our Memorial Garden.
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