Buck Brook Alpaca farm is such a charming place to visit. It's been a family tradition for us for…read moremany years now as we always spend Christmas at The Villa Roma. For a small fee, you can enjoy a one on one experience with their friendly alpacas, or take a few out on a guided tour along the wintery trails. Perfect to soak up all the fresh crisp air. The farm is free to visit, the one on ones have to be reserved ahead of time and paid for. The farm is home for many animals, goat, pigs and you'll often find a few cats following you round as you explore. There's a gift shop on site, which you must stop in to see. They have lots of hand made items, from hats, gloves, to socks and so much more, most made with the fur of the alpacas. Also, They do have soaps and lotions that are made from the milk of the alpaca's, which is the most buttery soft lotions and luxurious soaps you'll ever use. The visit here is worth while, it's a unique way to spend some time with the animals and in nature.

Everyone is so friendly... except this one goat. He wasn't very nice and the peacock comes off as…read morevery self absorbed lol. I'm just kidding. I love this place and suggest the self guided tour if it's not busy. Since everyone is so nice, they will come up and explain anything to you anyway and you can go about the farm at your own pace. If you are in the area, definitely stop by and make Some new, fluffy friends. You can pet the animals from the neck down, but none of the animals are really in the mood to be petted so just enjoy them for what they are. Beautiful creatures who want your food! Have fun!

This was an awesome experience. We went in August and picked the yummiest peaches I've ever had. We…read morealso picked some peppers and corn. The farm is gorgeous and the views were amazing. The employees were super nice and friendly. We also got some ice cream from the farm and it was delicious, the apple cider was good also. I definitely recommend and the kids loved it!

Went on a weekday--absolutely beautiful farm! Strawberry picking was incredible, both in quality of…read morethe fruit and the view from the fields of the Hudson valley. Inside was quaint and had plenty jams and preserves. Entrance fee was cheaper due to the day of the week, but for a two person excursion it felt worth it!

I visited this winery and absolutely loved it! The atmosphere is beautiful, and even though it was…read morebusy, the staff was very friendly, helpful, and informative. The bartenders were knowledgeable about the wines and took the time to explain everything. I also met a young man named Andrez at the grape station. He was so kind, pleasant, and welcoming, which made our visit even more enjoyable. Our favorite was definitely the wine flight--we got to try a few different wines and really enjoyed the experience. I highly recommend visiting this winery! It's a beautiful place with great staff and a wonderful atmosphere. We will definitely be back!

Family-friendly orchard! I love coming here as a family of five. They have two play areas for kids…read moreto keep them busy. Lots to do with two bar areas, winery, live music, fruit picking, great food, flower area, tons of seating, etc. Most weekends have great events happening (best to purchase tickets online). We will continue to visit - highly recommend :)

I visited this farm during the height of the pandemic (late Fall 2020), so I am sure the experience…read morewill be different at this time. As I have been to two other similar farms, I thought I knew what to expect. This farm experience was completely different than any I had ever experienced previously. Although the animals were beautiful in appearance, they seemed to only respond to the owner when she plied them with treats. They didn't seem to be trained to walk along with strangers, namely people they were not familiar with. I was especially disappointed as I had booked a private as opposed to a group hike. I will say that the owner was accommodating when the weather was not conducive to hiking; she allowed us to change our reservation to another day.

Wow, what an incredible way to spend the day! My friend and I booked the alpaca walk and had such a…read morefun time. The tour starts promptly on schedule, so make sure you are on time. There is also a very nice gift shop to check out while you wait if you want to head over early. You get to pick your own alpacas and set off on the trek. There are some small hills, but nothing too strenuous. I have asthma and did not have any issues. Alex and Denise were so sweet, informative, and patient. Much like the staff, the alpacas all have fun and diverse personalities.

Always such an enjoyable trip, and the experience differs depending on the time of year. That said,…read morewe visit multiple times over the course of the year for various reasons. In the Spring, their garden center simply can't be beat. I purchase flats of vegetables for my garden here, and the plants always do incredibly well. Healthy, good producers, and for a great price. There also offer many varieties I can't find elsewhere. The market truly shines here. Fresh baked goods are incredible. Donuts, pies, cakes, etc. are all excellent. Fresh milk, vegetables, and eggs are also amazing. However, we LOVE their meats. You can't go wrong with any of them. The petting zoo is great for children and families. It is certainly elaborate and fun. Staff are kind and helpful, always willing to strike up conversation. Prices are reflective of the quality here. We love it. Try it out!

Do not come here if you breastfeed your baby. I was having a…read morenice day picking flowers and veggies until I made my way to the market. My baby got hungry, so I looked for a place to nurse him. The only sitting area around (aside from the pumpkin garden that had no seats available) was a small secluded room next to the wine section. There were no customers there. So I made my way to a stool, took out my nursing poncho (I'm European so for me breastfeeding is completely natural, nonetheless I understand and respect the fact that other people might get distracted by it so I still wear a poncho to cover myself in public) and was about to take my baby out of his stroller when a lady working in the counter asked me what was I looking for. I replied "nothing thanks I just have to nurse him". She then stopped in complete shock, looked at me in disgust and said "You CANNOT DO THAT HERE". I think I was just as in shock upon hearing this in the 21st century, in a so-called "family-friendly" place. I quickly got up, turned away, and had to go all the way back to my car with my crying baby to be able to feed him. Of course as soon as I finished breastfeeding him in my car, I drove off, and I will for sure never drive into this place again. Nor will I recommend it to any other moms. Really sucky experience for a postpartum woman, who just moved into town, and was very excited to take her baby to the farm. I had booked my tickets a couple days ago and what I expected to be a fun farm day turned out to be an experience where I felt judged and discriminated for having to do something as physiological as feeding my baby. I understand a room next to a wine-selling section might not be an ideal place to nurse, trust me, it wasn't for me either. But the lady could have been a LOT nicer, much less judgy, and be polite enough to guide me into a better place to feed my baby rather than making me go away as if I was gross. I think if you work in a customer-facing role in a family farm, being this rude to a family should be a deal breaker and managing these situations with kindness should be non-negotiable. And if you're a place that "welcomes" families with kids of all ages, you should also expect some breastfeeding moms might have to feed their children.. And either have a place for them to do so, or good enough manners to handle the situation. But maybe that's just me. Extremely bizarre day for me and my family.

Apple picking with a relaxing contemporary vibe. It was our first time here & the facility looks…read morebrand new. There is a farm store, an indoor & outdoor space with picnic tables plus an interesting bar that knows how to serve real cocktails which is completely unexpected. I feel the owners are still trying to figure out how to use their new space. They do serve a limited food menu. If you are in the area & is up for apple picking & a refreshing cocktail, it's 100% worth a visit plus it's doggy friendly. Be sure to check their hours.

You go here primarily to pick cherries, peaches, and apricots. The farm is quite expensive with…read moregood views of a river. We picked a good amount of cherries and apricots and got it for around $7. It was overall a fun experience and we got to ride in a tractor. The staff provided really friendly service and it was overall a solid experience. In addition to the fruit picking, you can buy pre picked fruit or foods like donuts, snacks, and drinks like apple brandy and lemonade.

Muscoot Farm is a great place to go if you need your daily fix of cute animals. I saw goats, sheep,…read morechickens, a pig, cows, turkeys, and other cute animals. We weren't able to see any chicks or baby turkeys but we did see baby cows and some cute lambs. Muscoot Farm isn't a petting zoo, but the animals do come up to you sometimes if you're quiet and respectful. I was surprised that I didn't see any of their horses and that they didn't have any male turkeys, but we got to see some of the feeding time, and I even got the chance to learn a little about how the Farm used to be run. The farm doesn't require payment, but they do take donations so please donate when you come so that they can continue feeding and caring for the animals and the land, and so they can continue to pay their employees. This farm is a great place, and I hope that anyone who reads this review comes to visit.

This is such a beautiful, well-kept farm with so many things to see and do! They have a market…read morefeaturing multiple local vendors selling everything from candles, soaps, meats, spices, and so much more. I ended up picking up so many great things! The farm itself has a variety of animals and is set up as a nice, self-guided tour, so you can explore at your own pace. They also have a trail you can walk, which was a really nice addition. The bathrooms were fairly clean, and there's also a concession stand with a variety of food options, including hot dogs, burgers, onion rings, fries, and wraps. I got a cheeseburger, and I'd honestly give it a 10/10! Overall, this is such a great place to spend the day, especially if you're looking for something fun, relaxing, and family-friendly. Definitely worth a visit!

Faraway Alpaca Farm was such a memorable experience. The farm tour has to be set up before arriving…read more($25/per person). This can be done by going to the web site. When I did our tour, I received replies and confirmations immediately. Upon arriving, you are greeted by the farm owners/tour guides, Steve and Leda. They are both knowledgeable, cordial, funny, and the entire tour was educational, fun, and wonderful. Aside from alpacas, you'll also be introduced to their horses and donkeys. After the tour, we went through their gift shop, which had everything alpaca. From socks, to hats, and even ribbons of their award winning alpacas. As the pictures and videos will show, I highly recommend this tour and know that you will be thoroughly impressed.

If you're in the mood to take a little road trip out of the city and you love alpacas (and who…read moredoesn't), this is a fun activity! It's a little family farm that offers farm tours for $15/person which you need to arrange beforehand. Leda and Steve, who run the farm, are the absolute nicest and you can tell they really love and care for their alpacas (as well as their two Icelandic horses). They have so much beautiful land to run around on and they're like part of the family, it seems. We were able to go into the girls pen and say hello. The alpacas are friendly and curious but don't necessarily like to be touched so they're very clear about how to approach them. After spending a good amount of time in there learning about them, we went into their farm store where they sell the yarn from the alpacas and various alpaca fleece items. It's a really fun and wholesome experience and, if you have other things to do out in that area, totally worth the time and the drive!

two by two zoo is so professional. loved when they come to visit our nursery school. the…read morechildren love this as well as the teacher.

Hands down, the best birthday party activity for my twins. The Two by Two Zoo was amazing. My kids…read moreand all dozen plus friends got a chance to interact with several animals, including a bearded dragon, chinchilla and baby kangaroo! They were great with all of the kids, fielding questions left and right and making each child felt heard and ensuring that all the animals were treated well. My place was spotless afterwards. Highly, highly recommend!!