Host a
Honey Bee Hive
Pricing
Bringing honeybees to your property has never been easier!
With GeesBees’ full-service Host a Hive program, homeowners, farms, and businesses throughout Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, and Orange County can enjoy the benefits of a thriving bee colony—without the time, experience, or ongoing responsibility of managing it themselves. Whether you prefer to own your hive or want a completely hands-off experience, our professionally managed options are designed to support healthy bees, improve local pollination, and give you a direct connection to the hive.
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Explore your options below -
Annual Cost $950/year
Upfront Cost $500–$700 (client purchases hive & bees)
Hive Ownership Client owns hive & bees
Hive Setup Included
Routine Inspections Included
Mite Treatment & Care Included
Colony Replacement Not included
Honey Harvest Client responsibility
Equipment Maintenance Client responsibility
Best For Hands-on, budget-conscious clients
Option One:
Client Owned Hive
You purchase the hive and bees. Gees Bees provides full-service management.
$950 per hive per year
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Service runs from early Spring through December
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Routine inspections and seasonal management included
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Limited availability each season
Estimated Startup Cost:
Clients should budget approximately $500–$700 for hive equipment and bees.
Ownership:
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The hive and bees belong to the client
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Gees Bees provides ongoing management and support
Option Two: Gees Bees Signature Hive
Gees Bees provides everything. You simply enjoy the bees.
$1,500 per hive per year
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Hive equipment provided
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Honey bee colony provided
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Installation and full seasonal management included
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One colony replacement included annually if needed
All bees and equipment remain the property of Gees Bees -
Ownership:
