Sweet Retreat Orchard

A Holistic, Pick-Your-Own Orchard in Hillsborough, North Carolina

Welcome to Sweet Retreat Orchard, a holistic, eco-friendly pick-your-own orchard in Hillsborough, North Carolina, located within the pristine Eno River watershed. Our 10-acre sustainable orchard is home to a diverse selection of Asian and hybrid persimmons, including Fuyu, Nikita’s Gift, Saijo, Hachiya, and Tamopan, along with premium jujube varieties such as Sugarcane, Honey Jar, GA-866, Sherwood, Li, and Lang. We also grow mulberries, blueberries, figs, and create caffeine-free herbal teas from our own naturally dried orchard leaves.

At Sweet Retreat Orchard, no synthetic chemicals are used anywhere on our land—ever. We care for our orchard using regenerative, eco-conscious farming practices designed to protect soil health, clean water, and vital pollinator populations. Every fruit grown here reflects our commitment to sustainability, purity, and environmental stewardship.

Whether you’re searching for a family-friendly pick-your-own orchard near Chapel Hill, Durham, and Raleigh, locally grown organic-style persimmons and jujubes, or a peaceful agritourism experience in North Carolina, Sweet Retreat Orchard offers a one-of-a-kind destination rooted in nature, health, and community.