Weldon Mills Distillery turned its extra parking space into a powerful revenue stream by partnering with Harvest Hosts. Since 2020, this small business has welcomed over 4,400 RV travelers, increased sales, and expanded brand awareness — all without spending a dime. Read the full case study here
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Nestled in a historic corn mill on the banks of the Roanoke River in North Carolina, Weldon Mills Distillery is known for its award-winning bourbon and warm hospitality. But like many small businesses, the team wanted to find new ways to grow beyond their local community.
That’s when they discovered Harvest Hosts.
Harvest Hosts is a unique RV membership program that connects over 250,000 travelers with small businesses like farms, wineries, breweries, and distilleries across North America. For hosts, it’s a cost-free way to:
“When Members come, they spend money,” said Shannon Godwin, Director of Hospitality. “We’re usually selling at least one bottle, but they’re also getting a couple cocktails and doing a tour and tasting. Their minimum spend is $85 to $100 per visit.”
Getting started was quick and simple. With help from the Harvest Hosts team, Weldon Mills created a host profile featuring:
Just two days after setting up their profile, the first guests rolled in.
“It was almost instantaneous,” shared General Manager Brianna Neville. “Then we just blew up. Everything just fit. It was kind of meant to be, in a way.”
Since joining in 2020, Weldon Mills has hosted more than 4,400 RV stays, with guests spending an average of $85–$100 per visit. That’s $340,000–$400,000 in additional revenue — simply by opening their parking lot.
And the benefits don’t stop at sales. Guests consistently leave glowing reviews and share their experiences with other travelers, turning Weldon Mills into a must-visit stop on the Harvest Hosts map.
“When you’re a small business, it’s hard to reach those outside of your community. When you’re part of the Harvest Hosts network, you’re on the app. You’re findable,” Godwin said.
Weldon Mills has seen firsthand how Harvest Hosts Members help grow their reputation far beyond their small town.
“We really strive to give a good impression to our customers and to make sure they have a good experience,” Godwin said. “It spreads with reviews, but also in conversations. It feeds on itself.”
If your distillery, brewery, or small business has unused space and wants to bring in new customers, Harvest Hosts makes it easy to start.
Learn more at harvesthosts.com/hosts or email listings@harvesthosts.com to get started.
