The Nesting Heart 

A small, handmade birdhouse with a tall peaked roofline, weathered tin along the gable, and a heart cut into the front; all handcrafted from salvaged wood and old tin roofing.

Please note, orders made today will ship Lordwilling May 1st.

About the Makers

Ray, long-time owner of the Listowel Florist, has been crafting birdhouses for over 30 years, salvaging the wood and tin off of old Ontario bank barns and an old church roof (the roof was insulated and new ceiling wood put on), and giving them a second life.

Last summer, I (Caleb) helped take down two wooden bank barns and am now learning Ray’s time-tested designs as he eases into semi-retirement. These birdhouses will continue to be found at the Listowel Florist, and now, here online through The Keeping Company.

The Wood It's Made From

From a century-old churches to your garden, this is a safe, beautiful home for your feathered neighbours, and maybe a quiet whisper of how our Father tends the sparrows… and you.

Birdhouse Placement

Birds choose their homes as they do in the wild, some seeking sunny branches, others the shelter of shade. If your birdhouse remains unoccupied, it may simply need a change of place.

Different species will often nest nearer to each other than members of the same kind, who guard their space with care. For the best welcome, place your birdhouse at the height and in the setting preferred by your local birds. A nearby birding group or nature club can point you to the perfect spot.

Care & Maintenance

• Clean annually after nesting season by removing the bottom panel.
• Check for loose screws each year.
• Place where it’s protected from the harshest winds for longest life.

Dimensions & Weight

Weight: 2lbs 2 oz / 987 grams

Height: 11.5 inches / 28 cm

Width: 6 inches / 15 cm

Depth of base: 7 inches / 17.7 cm