Villa Bee House Kit with Bees
$123.25
Everything you need, with room to grow
The Villa Kit pairs our largest hex cedar house with the bees, reeds, and accessories to match, so a new colony has everything from day one and space to expand. Choose your season, pick your bee arrival date, and you are set. Your 10% bundle discount is already built into the price.
Choose your bees by season
- Spring: Mason bees, the gentle early pollinators for cooler months
- Summer: Leafcutter bees, for warm-season gardens
- Dual season: both, for pollination from spring through summer
All of them are gentle, rarely sting, and are safe around children and pets.
What comes in the box
The Villa Kit includes your bees with a ship date you choose, the Villa cedar house, [confirm reed count and size] natural lakebed reeds, the matching InvitaBee™ attractant, a BeeGuard storage bag, and the Wild Bee Guide with instructions. The Spring, Summer, and Dual options mirror the Cabana kit with larger quantities. Full contents are listed further down.
Built bee safe, made to last
- Handcrafted in Washington from sustainable Pacific Northwest cedar
- A 2-inch roof overhang keeps rain and wind off the nest
- A covered hatchery protects up to 200 cocoons
- A keyhole slot on the back makes hanging it simple
Sized to grow
At 7.25 inches across, the Villa is the larger of our two hex houses. Its modular design lets you add more houses as your bees multiply. Just getting started or short on space? The compact Cabana may be the better fit.
Order for the season ahead
The house, reeds, and accessories ship right away. Your bees ship on the date you choose, so reserve your spot early, because the best spring and summer dates fill up.
Specifications
- Made in the USA of Pacific Northwest cedar
- 2″ overhang to protect nesting bees from rain
- Keyhole slot in back for easy installation and removal
- Dimensions: 7.35" side to side x 9" D
What’s Included in the Complete Kits?
Spring Kit:
- 40 Mason Bee cocoons, acclimated to your region (you choose the date they leave our warehouse)
- Wild Bee Guide & instructions
- 70 Mason Bee Natural Reeds (8mm)
- InvitaBee Plus+ Mason Bee Attractant
- BeeGuard Bag for reed storage
- Mason Bee Mud Mix (for nest-building success)
- HumidiBee Cocoon Humidifier
Summer Kit:
- 200 Summer Leaf Bee cocoons, incubated and ready to emerge (you choose the date they leave our warehouse)
- Wild Bee Guide & Instructions
- 70 Summer Leaf Bee Natural Reeds (6mm)
- InvitaBee™ Summer Leaf Bee Attractant
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BeeGuard Bag for reed storage
Dual Season Kit:
- 20 Mason Bee cocoons, acclimated to your region (you choose the date they leave our warehouse)
- 35 Mason Bee Natural Reeds (8mm)
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200 Summer Leaf Bee cocoons, incubated and ready to emerge (you choose the date they leave our warehouse)
- 35 Summer Leaf Bee Natural Reeds (6mm)
- Plus, spring and summer accessories, listed above
Accommodates
- 78 8mm or 6mm Reeds plus the Bee Observer
- 150 Bee Tubes
- 125 Natural Reeds
- 48-Hole, 8mm Mason Bee Wood Tray
- 78-Hole, 6mm Leafcutter Bee Wood Tray
Additional Features
- Cocoon Hatchery: A safe space for releasing bee cocoons, accommodating approximately 200 cocoons.
- Weather Protection: The 2" roof overhang shields nesting materials and bees from wind and rain, ensuring a comfortable and safe environment.
Year-Round Shipping
- Complete Kits Ship Year-Round: All hard goods (bee house, nesting materials, accessories) ship immediately after purchase.
- Flexible Bee Ship Dates: Bee cocoons will ship according to your selected date. Adjust your bee ship date up to 7 days before shipment.
Choosing Your Bee Ship Date
Select the Monday that your bees will leave our warehouse:
Why Mason and Summer Leaf Bees?
- Mason Bees: These early-season bees are excellent for cross-pollination and thrive in cooler temperatures.
- Summer Leaf Bees: Late-season pollinators that are perfect for summer gardens, providing essential pollination for flowers and fruit.
Both bee types are gentle and easy to care for, making them ideal for new beekeepers.
Bee Expert Tips
- Install in a sunny spot: Position the Cabana Bee House in an area with morning sun.
- Maintenance: Clean the house each season to remove old nesting materials.
- Additional Materials: Add reeds for a customized nesting experience.
Dual Season Kit - Villa Includes:
Spring Kit - Villa Includes:
