Deerhaven Herb & Flower Farm

Deerhaven Herb & Flower Farm Our selection of products includes handmade soaps, lavender sachets, steam distilled essential oils, healing salves, floral waters and dried lavender

Deerhaven Farm is located in the Santa Cruz Mountains, in the heart of the Bonny Doon Ecological Reserve. The unique combination of nutrient-rich soil and a Mediterranean climate provide the perfect growing environment for our 3000 lavender and herb plants. The farm really is a haven for deer, who graze in the big open meadow and often wander through the lavender fields with their fawns in the sum

mer. There are also lots of bobcats, foxes, coyotes, woodpeckers, blue jays, owls and hawks around the farm. In 2008 the Martin Fire burned through the farm, destroying the surrounding forest and some buildings on the property, although much was saved and anything lost was soon rebuilt and replanted. Deerhaven is family-owned and operated by Mary and David Jessen, who grew up together in Bonny Doon. As a working farm, you will often see Mary tending the plants, farm workers picking lavender and David distilling essential oil or out on his tractors!

Twins! đź‘Ż
06/16/2026

Twins! đź‘Ż

SAVE THE DATE! We will be at the Scotts Valley Art, Wine & Beer Festival August 15th & 16th!
06/14/2026

SAVE THE DATE! We will be at the Scotts Valley Art, Wine & Beer Festival August 15th & 16th!

Had the feeling we were being watched…
06/08/2026

Had the feeling we were being watched…

The 2026 lavender harvest has begun! First up is the Violet Intrigue, which is steam distilled into pure essential oil. ...
06/04/2026

The 2026 lavender harvest has begun! First up is the Violet Intrigue, which is steam distilled into pure essential oil. This lavender is so intensely purple that the water leftover from the steaming process is a rich, purple-red wine color!

They’re here! The fawns have arrived, and more show up each day. We never get tired of seeing them each May, they’re so ...
05/14/2026

They’re here! The fawns have arrived, and more show up each day. We never get tired of seeing them each May, they’re so cute, curious and sometimes a little crazy.

We feel pretty lucky to have this pair of Golden Eagles hunting in the meadow today! They quietly chit-chatted with each...
04/28/2026

We feel pretty lucky to have this pair of Golden Eagles hunting in the meadow today! They quietly chit-chatted with each other before circling over the meadow and forest. They are HUGE!

Terra soap is back by popular demand! Terra is dark & earthy with sweet vanilla, grounding patchouli, sensual rose and e...
04/23/2026

Terra soap is back by popular demand! Terra is dark & earthy with sweet vanilla, grounding patchouli, sensual rose and exotic jasmine. Top notes of cardamom and grapefruit round out this decadent soap. It’s a farm favorite and will make your shower or bath smell amazing. Also available as a candle!

4th generation of Deerhaven learning the trade.
04/18/2026

4th generation of Deerhaven learning the trade.

Spring in the meadow
04/09/2026

Spring in the meadow

Our naked bars are live on the website! Choose “unwrapped” from the drop down menu online.
03/30/2026

Our naked bars are live on the website! Choose “unwrapped” from the drop down menu online.

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854 Martin Road
Santa Cruz, CA
95060

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