Top Things to do in
Top Hotels in Brandywine Valley
- 1. Inn At Mendenhall, BW Premier Collection
- 2. Hampton Inn Downingtown / Exton
- 3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Downingtown Exton Route 30
- 4. Brandywine River Hotel
- 5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Kennett Square Brandywine Valley
- 6. Holiday Inn Express Exton - Great Valley, an IHG Hotel
- 7. Fairfield Inn Philadelphia West Chester/Exton
- 8. Courtyard Philadelphia Great Valley/Malvern
- 9. Desmond Hotel Malvern, a DoubleTree by Hilton
- 10. Hilton Garden Inn Valley Forge/Oaks
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What to do and see in , Brandywine Valley: The Best Farms
Discover the best top things to do in , United States including Mother Earth Organic Mushrooms, Conebella Farm, September Farm Cheese, Sheeder Mill Farm, Highland Orchards, Avondale HIlls Farm, Baily’s Dairy.
Restaurants in Brandywine Valley
1. Mother Earth Organic Mushrooms
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Conebella Farm
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
We recommend that you email us in advance of your visit. Conebella Farm, an award-winning 100% Ayrshire dairy farm, is located in beautiful Chester County, Pennsylvania. Since 1923, five generations of Gables have called the farm home, including the current owners, Don and Pam Gable and their three sons. The 198-acre farm grows all of the forages for the 105 milking cows and 100 head of young stock. Conebella Farm Cheese is made from all natural ingredients with the milk from our own cows, which is both antibiotic free and hormone free. Our experienced cheese maker creates a variety of Cheddar and Colby based cheeses, including Garlic & Chive, Jalapeno and Italian as well as a line of preservative-free cheese spreads. Taste the difference in this creamy, buttery cheese made from pure Ayrshire milk. Find our cheese at many area farm markets, or stop by our farm from sunrise to sunset 6 days a week.
Reviewed By podrozniczka60 - New Jersey, United States
Their cheese is made from all natural ingredients . Fresh milk and eggs are available. Excellent cheddar and colby. Yogurt is of very good quality. They follow the principle of antibiotic-free and hormone free production. Until now I did not know much about Ayrshire milk they produce. I understand it is referred to as "the ideal drinking milk". After trying a sample you can understand why it is considered special by connoisseurs.
3. September Farm Cheese
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 217 reviews
Reviewed By Juliebear76179 - Saginaw, United States
This was my favorite place to eat in Lancaster- by far! I went back again before we left. I had an amazing turkey sandwich and piece of cake that knocked my socks off. They sell all sorts of things in the shop- so we picked up snacks for the trip home too. Don't miss this- you will be sorry if you do! Friendly staff, fresh food.
4. Sheeder Mill Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By Wildheart1996 - North Massapequa, United States
I have gone twice to Sheeder Mill for a trail ride, and found both times to be amazing! I have been riding English on and off since I was a kid, and have been on many trails before. I would highly recommend Sheeder Mill. My FAVORITE part is you get a trail guide for your group. No strangers join you and you ride at the level of the most inexperienced rider. I really appreciate how they have you rate your riding ability and give you horses to match your experience; they clearly value safety. You also have the option of english or western saddle, but I prefer Western on trail for comfort. My first time I went for a 1.5 hour trial with my SO who had never ridden before. After quick pointers on basic turning we headed off. Before we hit the actual trail we made a pit stop in a small ring where the trail guide had my boyfriend practice steering the horse around some barrels and asking him to go & stop. Even though we went single file on this ride this is a great touch since it allows beginners to get an idea of how to control their horse if they try to wander off, eat etc. I did think that even though he was a dead beginner a short trot would have been easy to handle. However when we got to an open road I (being an advanced rider) was allowed to hang back and trot to catch up. I even got a short canter in! The trail guide we had was fantastic! After our lesson we were asking about places to eat in the area and she recommended this adorable small town by a creek, and mentioned they have some really nice walking trails there. When we said we would check out the trail and she even gave us both bug spray! Because of my amazing first experience I came back with my advanced rider friend. Once they saw we both could clearly ride the trail guide didn't enforce a single file rule - a first in any trail I've ever been on. This was AMAZING because my horse (I believe his name was Tristan) was the fastest of the bunch. When the guide told us we could cater, I barely had to ask he was very excited to get going! Tristan jumped into a very fast canter when he realized I wasn't holding him back. We had an amazing long hand-gallop up a hill and it was so exhilarating just to be able to let your horse go without worrying about not passing the horse in front! When the trail guide asked us to have a nice controlled canter, Tristan was extremely responsive to my aids and immediately shortened and slowed his stride without breaking out of a canter. The only drawback is that since the wooded trails are so narrow you cannot easily canter on them. Most of our cantering was done on dirt roads that cars do drive on infrequently (we only encountered a mail truck). We did encounter 3 more cars on the paved road returning to the barn. Even when riding on the "roads" the trail is very scenic and wooded with a few houses here and there. I didn't mind this too much in the end because the wooded trail you ride on is so scenic, you get to cross some creeks with your horse as well which was a first for me on trail. Overall I would highly recommend! I'm trying to find a way to get back there one day since I'm now living in NY!
5. Highland Orchards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By sidder - West Chester, United States
Highland Orchards is another reason I love living in Chester County. It's situated in the middle of farm land, near the Brandywine Valley Association, and the locally made food is a treat. In addition to their amazing donuts and spiced tortilla chips, their deli and hot bar are great for breakfasts and lunches. Definitely worth the 15 min drive or 45 min leisurely bike ride from West Chester.
6. Avondale HIlls Farm
Walk out to the pastures to interact with the livestock. Goats, Cows & Chickens. You will be able to hold and pet the goats, chickens and baby chicks & feed them some grain. In the modern hydroponic farm you will learn about a new kind of farming and will either plant or harvest leafy greens. This is educational and hands-on.
7. Baily’s Dairy
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4.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By NJBEACH22 - West Chester, United States
Baily's Dairy Farm is such a great place to visit. The kids can interact with the cows, goats and other farm animals. They have a wonderful little shop where you can get farm fresh eggs, milk of all kinds and the ice cream it to die for! I highly recommend visiting this farm and checking it out. They even host birthday parties for the kiddo's! I am fortunate to live only a few miles away and I get my eggs/milk/ice cream there every other week. It's by far one of my favorite places to visit! You won't be disappointed!
