About Us

Quercus is a magical place to convene and connect with natural surroundings. The possibility to customize unique experiences is endless for our guests, as we offer seasonally-inspired meals, immersive excursions, and organic oases. It’s a pleasure to welcome you onto our property and into our Quercus family.

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Our History

Quercus Farm was founded in 1977 by Duke and Duchess Visconti di Modrone, who fell in love with a piece of heaven in Gay, Georgia while looking to escape a troubling political time in Italy. They wanted to raise their family on a working farm, surrounded by nature. By the following year, their family was complete, their home was built, and they officially opened Quercus Farm in 1978.

Initially, the property was a fully functional ranch where they bred Limousin cattle. It soon became a fertile hunting reserve for the Duke and Duchess’s European guests, who enjoyed the thrill of hunting quail and white tail deer. Friends came from all over the world to escape the hectic pace of urban life and left with a renewed sense of relaxation after being completely immersed in nature. The property provided nourishment both physically and spiritually. We hope to continue such traditions of rehabilitation as we open our farm to guests today.

traditional ranch culture and southern hospitality with a European flair

Quercus Today

Today, Quercus Farm is in the capable hands of the Visconti di Modrones’ daughter, Chiara, and her husband, Angelos. Chiara and Angelos found exceptional alignment in Kara Hidinger and Ryan Smith – owners of Staplehouse – and together have cultivated a culinary program that highlights the extraordinary abundance of Quercus.

Ryan’s culinary skills, Kara’s attentiveness and hospitality, Angelos’s passion for biodynamics, and Chiara’s professional experience in integrative nutrition have led to the creation of a bespoke experiential retreat.

Intuitas Integrative Wellness at Quercus

Also on the Quercus property is Intuitas Wellness, the property’s resident nutrition company. Founder Chiara Visconti di Modrone, guides our clients on their path to health through nutritional, herbal, and lifestyle support. As an integrative nutritionist, she encourages you to empower yourself to make lasting and sustainable changes that not only make you feel better, but help you thrive.

Our Founders and Partners are excited to welcome you at Quercus

Chiara Visconti di Modrone

Wellness Maven

Kara Hidinger

Director of Hospitality

Ryan Smith

Chef / Partner

Angelos Pervanas

Garden Visionary

Lisa Witzlib

Mind-Body Specialist

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