After walking the halls of The Manor, for the first and last time, I knew something had shifted. The decay was undeniable. The structure, unsalvageable. But the presence? Unmistakable. What followed was grief, doubt, and a reckoning I didn’t expect. This letter is not about answers. It’s about standing in the rubble of what could’ve been, questioning everything, and still choosing to begin again. Not from ambition but from reverence.

After a deeply emotional walk through Thrivewell Estate, founder Kelley Marathas reflects on the painful but necessary decision to bring down the original manor to its foundation following a year of exposure to the elements. In this post, she opens up about listening to hard truths from her builder, the weight of letting go, and the vision that will rise in its place. With encouragement from the town’s Planning Board and the support of key officials, Kelley prepares to formally introduce the Thrivewell Court proposal, an intentional, limited residential addition that will make the restoration of the estate financially viable while preserving more than 60% of the land. This is a story about grief, grace, and honoring legacy by building with heart.

Each step forward with Thrivewell seems to be met with an unexpected grace. This week’s meeting with town officials felt like more than progress, it felt like confirmation. We’re not just building a business; we’re co-creating a sacred space for community, restoration, and beauty. As synchronicities continue to unfold around every corner, it’s clearer than ever that this path is aligned.

Read the full update on where we are, what’s next, and the quiet magic that keeps carrying this dream forward.

As we move forward in the restoration of Thrivewell Estate, navigating zoning has become both a challenge and a powerful opportunity. Situated within a designated Heritage District, this land carries not only architectural significance—but cultural weight. In this post, we share where we stand in the zoning process, how we’re working in alignment with preservation standards, and why our use case—a space for healing, gathering, and legacy—honors the estate’s original spirit in a new way.

Before I speak to the planning board, I want to speak to you—my neighbors, the residents, and the small businesses of Northbridge. This is the letter I’ll be reading aloud, and I’m sharing it here first—with gratitude, transparency, and the hope of building something meaningful together.

What began as a simple property search for a wellness studio became something much more—a story of synchronicity, recovery, and a historic manor that mirrored my own path of rebirth. I didn’t find the vision. The vision found me… and it brought me home.