Top Things to do in Massachusetts
Top Hotels in Massachusetts
Countries
Top 10 Farms in Massachusetts, United States
Discover the best top things to do in Massachusetts, United States including Sea Horse Farm, Holly Hill Farm, Springbrook Farm, Alderbrook Farm, Hornstra Farms, Pettengill Farm, Luina Greine Farm, High Lawn Farm, Hancock Shaker Village, Nashoba Valley Winery.
Restaurants in Massachusetts
1. Sea Horse Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Sea Horse Farm is an equestrian facility providing boarding; training; english riding instruction in Dressage, Eventing and Hunter/Jumpers; clinics; and summer camp programs for children ages 4 to 15.The sprawling 5.5 acre equestrian farm is located in a prime location, approximately five miles from the beach and abutting conservation land which allows for endless trail riding.
2. Holly Hill Farm
3. Springbrook Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By apelzsharpe - Groton, United States
Excellent farm shop - really good produce, friendly staff. A bit pricey but high quality. Locally well very regarded.
4. Alderbrook Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By josephi665 - Westport, United States
Over the years, Alderbrook Farm at Russells Mills in Dartmouth has provided a forum for farmers and historians that speaks to the past and charts a new future for farming on the South Coast. Allen and Nancy Manley and family did this quietly, without fanfare, and by example. They provided an exemplary farm operation that familiarizes visitors with a hands-on farming experience. They brought joy to thousands of families and instilled happy childhood memories for the young at heart. The place was always well tended and the farm animals were loved and well cared for. I recall Allen walking the gentlest oxen on a rope leash to a backfield, the rooster crowing on the back of a gray donkey, the territorial goose, the horse, who loved apples, the sheep, the goats, and the peacock spreading his fan and calling out pea haw! The barnyard at Alderbrook Farm is an iconic reminder of how family farms operated in New England for hundreds of years. Farming was celebrated at Alderbrook Farm through the seasons. From the sowing of the seed in spring, to the harvests of early peas, and summer bounty of sun ripened tomatoes and summer squash, to the autumn Macomber turnips, pumpkins, and Hubbard squash, and Christmas trees and wreaths celebrating winter. Lets not forget about the sea of dahlias rising like cheerleaders’ brightly colored pompoms from the well-tended soils. Here was Nancy, her cheeks pink with the sun, with a smile on her face and Allen stoically by her side managing the farm operations at Alderbrook Farm. The farm fields at Alderbrook Farm grew the most delicious vegetables, which were sold in the farm store. Here Nancy and staff provided friendly oversight and mentoring. Local farmers brought just picked vegetables of every shape and color, raspberries still warm from the summer sun, cheeses from local dairies, healthy breads and baked goods, honey from local hives, and Dartmouth Grange Kitchen jams, jellies, salsa, and cereals. Over the years, the Manley family have overseen and revitalized the Dartmouth Grange to be a venue for farmers to socialize, trade notes, and create community through hard work and good works. That Alderbrook Farm is closing in its current iteration is news sadly received. Times change, we get older, and farm regulations, costs, and paperwork become more onerous. However, the memory of Alderbrook Farm and the big-hearted Manley family will never fade. Thank you Allen, Nancy, Sam, and family for all you have done for the greater good.
5. Hornstra Farms
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 112 reviews
Reviewed By Creativeagu - Norwell, United States
We love to come here for ice cream, they have lots of options for great homemade ice cream! They also have some farm animals there as well. My children love to go there a lot!
6. Pettengill Farm
7. Luina Greine Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 26 reviews
Your private tour will last approximately 45 minutes, and consist of visiting with and feeding one of our 12 alpacas and 2 miniature donkeys. You will be able to interact with our shetland sheep and dwarf goats. Finally, visit our country store where everything Alpaca is available for sale (Alpaca mittens, scarves, shawls, teddy bears, socks, hats, etc...)
Reviewed By selenec133
I'm an animal lover and came to see the alpacas. I emailed them and they told I could come in and they'd let me pet and interact with the animals. We got to see hang with the alpacas, donkeys, mini horse, goats, and sheep (we brought our own carrots to feed them which was really fun) and we visited the alpaca gift shop too. What a day! Definitely going back.
8. High Lawn Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By pocmonster - Belmont, United States
Super fun afternoon outing to see cows and eat ice cream!!! Setting is super picturesque, and it just feels very quintessentially Berkshires. Our little ones spent a lot of time just mesmerized by the cows up close. Adults can get cheese plates and more grown up snacks too. Fantastic!
9. Hancock Shaker Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 740 reviews
Hancock Shaker Village is a living history museum committed to bringing the Shaker story to life and preserving it for future generations. Called the "City of Peace" by the Shakers who lived here for 179 years until 1960, this community was the third of 19 major Shaker Villages located in New York, New England, Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana. There are 20 historic buildings on this site. The values that the Shakers embraced -- equality, pacifism, community, sustainability, responsible land stewardship, innovation, simplicity and quality in work -- still resonate here. The working farm is the oldest in the Berkshires. Visit the gardens and animals, meet the interpreters, see demonstrations, hike the trails, immerse yourself in unique art exhibitions, and explore. A farm-to-table cafe is on site.
Reviewed By BeachcomberT - Daytona Beach, United States
This collection of 17 buildings, including a unique round barn and spread over hundreds of acres, provides a glimpse of what life was like on a Shaker farm about 70 years ago. Now just a tourist attraction, the property once housed up to 300 Shakers at its peak. A few costumed characters cordially interact with visitors and are child-friendly. I especially enjoyed the demonstration of Shaker singing and sacred dancing, which allowed audience participation. The buildings give an appreciation of the craftsmanship and ingenuity of this religious sect, which is all but extinct. (A few still live communally in Maine,) For enthusiastic students of Shaker culture, this is a must-stop, along with the nearby Mount Lebanon colony across the NY line, about 5 miles away, and the Shaker South Family settlement near the Albany NY airport, about 30 miles to the northwest.. Beware, the village is about the size of two football fields and many of the buildings have staircases, so handicapped people may be able to see only some of the features. Children will especially enjoy the cattle, sheep, chickens and other farm animals, available for petting.
10. Nashoba Valley Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 286 reviews
Nashoba Valley Winery has earned wide acclaim as a pioneering winery orchard and a premier destination for visitors seeking excellent wine, exquisitely prepared food, and a gorgeous country setting. The family-owned orchard, winery & restaurant, set on 52 rolling acres, boasts a state-of-the art wine-making and distillation facility, an exceptional wine and gift shoppe, a brewery, and a gourmet restaurant.
Reviewed By 620gracel - Palm Bay, United States
what a great place to visit and pick up some local wine.There are wine tasting tours and places to sit outdoors to relax and drink some wine. Loved the chairs and benchs around the pond. And Dont forget to pick some apples. The restaraunt is next door but we didn't get to go there maybe next time.
