Eugster's is one of those pumpkin-picking-apple-orchard-petting-zoo family farms, this one in…read moreStoughton Wisconsin. Coming for "Lavender Days there was plenty of lavender around for sure. Plus goats, cats, kittens, pigs, ponies, donkeys, chickens, turkeys, sheep, etc... Wife seemed pretty happy walking a goat through the lavender field.

We spent a fun morning here this past Monday. They have so many baby goats and for $2 you get a…read morebottle of milk to feed them. These baby goats do not kid around when it comes to drinking their milk and the bottle will be gobbled up in a flash. You can also feed chickens and they have a model cow you can pretend practice milking. Plan to spend at least two hours here. Right now they have a gorgeous lavender field filled with bees. Very picturesque and looks great in photos.

This is a must do tour in Wisconsin! 10/10 experience for the entire family and people of all ages…read morewill find this tour educational and well run. Tina toured us around the farm and she is so knowable, kind and great with kids. The cows are well taken care of, the facilities are clean and every location around the farm is a great educational opportunity with visuals and hands on opportunities. This tour totally exceeded expectations, brought us into the life of being a dairy farmer, and I am so happy to have these memories with my children.

This place is amazing and Tina is a star. As like many people it was on my bucket list to milk a…read morecow , and Tina fulfilled that wish. I was worried initially of going into an experience that was overcrowded with cows who were poorly taken care of but I got the complete opposite of that. It's very clear that Tina and her family love what they do and love their animals. Tina was incredibly informative and kind during the entire tour. The farm is pretty clean for being a farm , but definitely wear shoes that you're okay with getting a little dirty (they do give plastic covering). Through out the process I was able to pet a handful of cows, bottle feed a new born, and milk a cow. Amazing , highly recommend !!!!!

We discovered Heartland Farm Sanctuary in early 2018 and have been fans and supporters ever since…read more Heartland was the first farm sanctuary in Wisconsin and still is the largest in the state. But what makes Heartland stand out is that in addition to love and effort they devote to the homeless farm animals they rescue, the sanctuary also works with youth who are at risk or have special needs. Heartland Farm Sanctuary creates an environment where youth and the rescued animals can "come together to heal, grow, and have fun" (quoted from Heartland). The environment at Heartland Farm Sanctuary is truly different from what you would experience at a traditional working farm (or for that matter, just reading or hearing about animals). I think of my visits to Heartland as something of a Zen experience -- that setting is part of why children can so effectively learn how to interact with animals in a humane fashion. Heartland offers public tours on most weekends from Spring through Fall. There also are week-long summer camps for kids. The animal residents change over time as new rescues arrive (and unfortunately as some older animals pass away). Current residents include donkeys, a miniature horse (Cookie), emus, cows (Beau and Daisy), goats, lamas, turkeys, chickens, geese, ducks, pigs, sheep, and more. The sanctuary also includes two cats (Poppy and Otto) that keep an eye on everything. If you have kids, Heartland Farm Sanctuary is a fantastic place for them to interact with animals and in turn learn in ways that are not possible in the classroom or from watching TV.

Yesterday was our second visit to the Sanctuary (June 2018 and June 2019) and we think we have…read moreestablished a new tradition. A yearly visit (at least!) is good for our spirits since this is a lovely place for animals and people to be surrounded by kindness and compassion - two things that never go out of style! The tours begin promptly and people gather at a small picnic style area with a roof (a new development since our previous visit). Then, we are taken to the barn to see the emus, hens, turkeys, Cookie the mini horse, and the donkeys. We then get to see the pigs and we were lucky enough this time to see Winnie enjoying some watermelon. The last part of the tour is in the pasture area with the goats - Esther is happy to act as tour guide as well! But not only are these tours amazing, this entity has all kinds of activities and projects with children (summer camp, etc). They really put monetary donations to good use. When going for the tour, you may want to bring a water bottle. Their port-a-potties are pretty clean with plenty of toilet paper and hand sanitizer. We still brought some sanitizer just in case, but they offer you some at the end after petting the animals that come to you to hang out in the pasture. In less than 15 minutes driving back, we were already by the West Towne Mall area.

Made a visit for lunch with the family after Christmas and the food and service were excellent! It…read morewasn't busy so we had no problem finding parking and tables. Food came quickly and I loved the chicken bacon ranch sandwich and tomato soup. Sandwiches come with unlimited milk and they have lots of good flavors. They also have a bunch of great local products like meats, cheeses, butter, and all of the Sassy Cow items too. I got a big bottle of maple syrup and some salami.

We went on a Thursday in November at 11 am…read more Food 3/5: if you like grilled cheese and nothing else, this will be your favorite stop. Overall not many options besides grilled cheese. We all got grilled cheese variations with apples, salad and soup as sides. The chicken bacon ranch grilled cheese was overall the best. Both of the salads had rotten leaves, so best to avoid that unless you're ok picking through for good leaves. Service 5/5: the food came quickly and the staff was very friendly. Ambiance 1/5: we were very disappointed overall since they hype themselves up as an experience that includes cows. There were no cows in sight. I know during the summertime they will have baby cows, but overall to me there should be more transparency around not actually seeing cows when you visit the creamery. Other than that there is a small parking lot that can get very busy at times, but plenty of places to sit. We did love the kids playground outside but all of the bikes were broken/didn't work and the bags put away for corn hole. Overall we were really disappointed at this trip. No cows and lunch was just ok. If you are looking for a spot just for ice cream, they have amazing options and plenty of room for the kids to play, just don't tell your kids there are cows because you likely won't see any.

I had SO much fun at Schuster's!! We came for Blooms on the Farm but really were surprised with all…read morethe fun little activities throughout the rest of the farm. You can wander around and find fun games, photo ops, and great food. The farm animals of course were adorable. I thought the entry ticket and flower ticket were very affordable for the abundance of beautiful zinneas we picked, access to fun yard games, and super kind staff. Highly recommend holding a baby goat if you can!! We also enjoyed corn hole, the "corn pit", kids playsets, and the jump pads. This is a great place to be summer or fall and there is something fun for everyone!! Worth the short drive from Madison for sure

I was there on a Saturday on October. The place was lively. There were a ton of activities,…read moreespecially for kids. Entree fee includes 2 apple cannon shots. There was hay ride, a kids train ride, corn pit etc. Couple of times a day there was candy canon, where they shoot candies to the people. Apple caramal apple slushie was my favorite food here. It comes with a caramal apple and a cider donut on top of slushie. Hot cider and pumpkin cake were good. There was pumpkin picking in the middle of hay ride. I picked a small pumpkin. Price was reasonable. People were picking huge pumpkins and in larger numbers.

I went here on a Saturday morning, and it wasn't too busy until noon hit. There were a good variety…read moreof apples! Quite a bit were on the ground, but there was a good amount still on the trees when I went in mid October. I got the apple cider brat, and it was great! However, I wish that there were more activities and that there were more fresh products (like fresh, warm donuts). Also, beware of all the wasps!

Recently had an adult child moved to the area and I was looking for some fall activities. Came…read moreacross this Apple picking/you pick farm, which is very close to where she lives plus downtown Madison. There was plenty of parking out front when I arrived on Monday probably around 10 AM/10:30 AM. There was a small cashier station out front. A lady was short brown hair was explaining how the process works and that you would buy a choice of two different size bags. I chose a smaller bag for $22. I was shown the map and I took a picture of it and headed out to the Orchards. Everything is clearly marked and the paths are also well marked however, if you have any mobility challenges, this might be an issue for you. I don't know if there's any tractors that travel out there. There are wagons for younger kids, etc. I went all the way out past the final orchard to the Honeycrisp. I was surprised to see quite a bit of apple still on the tree. Please follow the directions on how to pick them because you do not want to damage the trees. I got a bunch of varieties which all tasted delicious. I then walked through the little store behind the initial cash register. They have already pre-picked apples, frozen cider donuts, and fresh cider for sale. On the day I arrived. They were already sold out of the fresh cider donuts and they were on their way, but I was already departing the location. Before I left, however, I opted to do the you pick raspberries and cherry tomatoes, which was fun although a bit arduous for the raspberries. Everything actually tasted delicious. I would definitely come back for other activities and of course, supporting local farm. I think this is really good for all ages, etc.. I did see a mix of families and young adults on this visit. Be advised of the closing times I believe it closed at 1 PM on Monday. It was just a fun experience.

This place is a gem! Highly recommended for anyone looking…read morefor the freshest local, in-season produce. The prices are very reasonable as well. They also have beautiful flowers that make for beautiful DIY bouquets !

Absolutely love the Tree Farm …read more Acres and acres of beans, tomatoes , mind blowing varieties of peppers and chilies , kohlrabi, beets, , , , and the delicious onions!! More than anything, their love for the vegetables and the hard work in the process of growing delicious produce shows! Lots of love and respect to Chris and Susan! Ps. Get cash, your own bags, and get ready for the experience. Love and always, Soumya and Jitish.

I love visiting farms, especially U-Pick fruit. We wanted to pick strawberries but, the season has…read morepassed. The best time was spring, around Father's Day; as I was told by the farm owner. However, they had blueberries ready for purchase. It was $15 for a bunch. I bought it. They told me, they don't spray pesticides on it and it was ready to eat. For the corn, it will be ready around September. I wish I can come back and purchase sweet corn and other produce. I like purchasing from local farmers. I know where the food comes from and help them with their small business.

No response to email , open sign out, not open but no hours posted .... Yes it is a rainy day but…read morenot what I hoped for.

Taking a break from beer tasting and decided to check out the ciders of Wisconsin. Ventured to…read morethis location on a Saturday with a room filled with people. I helped myself to the bar area and was greeted immediately. Decided to go with the cider tasting and a cheese and meat board. Prices are very reasonable and I enjoyed my time hanging out at the bar with my cheese, cider and live music.

Enjoyed an evening of live music at the Cider Farm last Saturday. Liked the options of indoor and…read morecovered outdoor seating. Music by guitarists Greg and Casey was great! We ordered cider drinks with help from the bartender. Very good. Shared an order of the Brie cheese platter and later ordered very large pretzels with mustard. Excellent! The seating was crowded due to the musicians, so we sat at the bar most of the evening. Very nice helpful staff. Slow to get food, but we weren't in a rush.

My husband recently surprised me with a getaway weekend in Madison, Wisconsin and a two-night stay…read moreat the beautiful Speckled Hen Inn. Heather and Tom are wonderful hosts. Upon arrival, we were greeted by Heather who explained the property's amenities, as well as reviewing a substantial menu with food and beverage choices for the breakfast the next morning. We stayed in the spacious Heywood Hardy Suite with a comfortable king size bed, large ensuite bathroom, a separate sitting room and a deck. The bed was very comfortable and the room was spotless. Heather and Tom serve breakfast to all of their guests at a specific time. Everything is fresh and made to order from your menu choices. Guests are seated at tables of four, and it was delightful getting to know there others staying at the inn. The property is beautiful and there is a field with a horse, sheep and other animals. Heather and Tom make you feel right at home. They're friendly, and love to talk, but they're not intrusive. We enjoyed our relaxing stay at the Red Speckled Inn. I highly recommend it.

My wife and I stayed at the Speckled Hen Inn for 3 days. Our room was very comfortable and the Inn…read morequiet. The owners go above and beyond to make you feel comfortable. The breakfast is a real treat with numerous options daily. A great place to stay!