Beit Yelin, Motza

Beit Yelin is a stone house from the 1890s situated in the Motza Valley with preserved gardens, olive trees, and grapevines surrounding it. The buildings and grounds display the layout and construction typical of early private farming estates in this region.

The house was built in 1890 and became the first private residence in Motza. This construction marked the start of agricultural settlement in this part of the Jerusalem region.

The house displays how the earliest residents lived and worked the land in this valley. Visitors can see tools and everyday items that reflect the farming life of these pioneers.

Visitors should arrange a guided tour in advance since access is by appointment only. Parking is available on-site and the property can accommodate groups.

The grounds preserve an ancient water cistern from the Crusader period. This underground storage system shows how water was managed centuries before the modern settlement was established.

Location: Motza

Inception: 1890

Address: מוצא

GPS coordinates: 31.79264,35.16406

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:43