It was definitely a learning experience, with a petting zoo full of different farm animals you can pet. You can grab a ride on their trolley or you can hike it up to the farm on your own. We hiked our way up to the farm to catch the milking demonstration, very educational for youngsters. Staff at the farm were easy to talk to and kind to answering questions about the process of taking care of the animals on the farm. It was later in the day so we were catching mostly all the last parts of their demonstrations. If you don't mind a bit of a hike and the smell of the farm it's for you. I think it's worth an experience for younger generations for sure. Speaking of that, they also had an area in the chicken coop with toys to play with and books to read for young children. Growing up on a chicken farm helped me learn a lot about work ethic and how much we need farmers in our country the further we get into the future and have many rights of self-sustaining capabilities taken away from us through the government and big business push. I hoping for nothing but the best for their future and farm. read more

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Had a super time walking around Shelburne Farms' beautiful immense grounds and also perusing their market store with its assortment of products straight from their working farm - from fresh cheese, meats and baked goods to furniture, wool yarns and sheep skins. The grounds go down to Lake Champlain, including where the adjacent Inn and Flower Garden are. Some of the walking paths criss-cross the maple syrup tapping lines. Fun to see and pet their cows plus the big Farm Barn, where the independent organic O Bread Bakery* and Beeken/Parsons furniture maker both operate. (* See separate review.) Although our visit was on an early December Sunday, there's apparently more going on from Spring on and over Summer. Would recommend stopping by Shelburne Farms any time, especially great for kids! read more

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First time visitor to Vermont and we stopped here on our way to Burlington - and it was totally worth it! We spent half a day and could easily have spent the full day. Highly recommend the 1.5 hour around the Fields - very informative history about the area and property, gorgeous fields to traverse, a nice barn with animals at the end, and some delightful cheddar cheese made at the Farms. They also have a nice bakery (got fresh bread there for lunch to go with the cheddar) and syrups/jams/goods from local farms. read more

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Amazing farm with miles of beautiful walking trails, interactive exhibits, and products that are so good it's worthy of a trip of its own. Cost to enter is free! Tractor can pick you up at the parking lot or you can walk the 1/3 mile to the farm house. We opted to walk and it was so nice walking thru the acres of rolling hills dotted with trees, wild flowers, and a few dairy cows. Words alone do not do this place justice, so you will just have to make this a destination if you're in the Burlington area. read more

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A great farm to visit with a lot of walking trails and interactive sessions (meet a cheesemaker, milk a cow, farm chores, etc)! The trails go around the property and we walked about 5 miles that day. There's also a farm store near the parking lot to buy produce and cheese. I was mainly here for the cheese and loved their 6 month aged one! read more

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My wife and I, visiting from Utah, were amazed by the stunning, serene grounds--worth a visit for the beauty alone! We were excited to try the "world-class" grilled cheese sandwiches at the food cart, as recommended. Arrived just before 3 PM closing, with only one couple ahead of us in line. They were served, but at 2:59, we were brusquely turned away with no courtesy, despite being in line before closing. Left hungry and disappointed. read more

Shelburne Farms has it all! From great PYO fruit in season to great Vermont maple products. The atmosphere is relaxed, the staff friendly and welcoming (especiallyto the childrenin our group). They were especially accommodating to me since I have balance and mobility challenges. A great place to go. read more

This place came highly recommended by many people when I mentioned I was visiting Vermont and staying close to Burlington. When we arrived, we noticed a board out front that had times and tours that were going on that day. Unfortunately, we did not book any tours in advance, and they were sold out. We saw a very nice gentleman giving complimentary tractor rides to the farm so we opted to do that. The ride itself was very nice, and then when we arrived at the farm we saw so many cute animals! They had a mother cow and her calves, some lambs, bunnies, donkeys, and even some pigs. The workers were really friendly, and my husband and I even got to walk the lambs. It was my favorite part about visiting the Burlington area! As we waited to get picked up we stopped in the small bakery onsite. Wow, they had delicious cookies and some olive bread. What a nice treat! This place is definitely worth visiting when traveling to Vermont! read more

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Fabulous place for all ages. Beautiful trails with scenic walks of all lengths. Working farm which would be great for kids. We came here after the famous Shelburne museum. The attached store is small but has items from the farm - veggies/cheese, etc. Take the time to check it out. We are glad we did. And you won't be disappointed. read more

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We came on a Friday to do the Sun to Cheese tour and it was pretty amazing. We stopped in the store/welcome center first to have a look around. It was also the meeting spot for the start of our tour. Pricing is a bit high but there are quality items in here so it may be worth the splurge to you. There are some caramels at the register. I recommend buying all the chai ones you can see. I wish I did that. We were guided around the property on a covered wagon to see the cheesemaking process and to visit the cows that provide the milk for the cheese. We also were taken to various spots on the property to get to know its history and its potential future. Sandi was our guide and she was just lovely and super knowledgeable. The cheese here is quite good and worth taking some home. After our tour, we decided to take our car onto property (contrary to what another reviewer said, we were allowed as non-staying guests and it's free) to visit the bakery and the inn a little bit closer. We bought some cookies and brioche from the bakery. That cardamom ginger brioche is so soft and sweet. We ate it as dessert. The inn is gorgeous. Sandi told us that 75% of the furnishings are original and man if that's true this place is a treasure. The ground and gardens are quite beautiful with Lake Champlain as a lovely background. Two of the people on our tour were repeats they love Shelburne Farms that much and I understand why. Friendly, informative and lots to do, especially if you have kiddos. read more

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This is a very beautiful farm. I expected the farm store to be bigger and more selection of goods to bring, but it is small. I ended up only getting their jam for $7.50. We took the North Gate trail and rewarded us with this breath taking lake, Lake Champlain. Water was crystal clear and blue. The weather was beautiful to just sit and take it in. Kids played skipping rocks at the lake while I just sat and enjoyed the lake. It was quite a long trail but an easy one. We dropped by the farm to see some farm animals. I am glad we made it to this farm thus time. read more

If I could leave 0 stars I would. I went last year and it was fantastic. This year, we were told we could not get a pass to drive down to the inn (even though we paid and got one last year) and the lady working was very rude. Unless you are able to walk far distances do not go because they won't give you a pass! read more

Shelburne farms is a gem! We walked and ran the trails on the property that cover 10+ miles... this place is so serene and peaceful... has a little bit of everything, from forest to lake views to the barn and cheese tours. It wasn't crowded at all when we went which added to the peacefulness of the rolling green pastures and herds of cows! read more

Shelburne Farms - View of Lake Champlain from the Inn - Farms Near Me - Shelburne, Vermont

Beautiful farm. Small store with Vt. Made items. The barn is stunning. There's 10 miles of hiking, plus you can drive through. Many events throughout the year. Check the calendar frequently. Definitely take time to drive through, then walk the farm. Parts of it goes along Lake Champlain. read more

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If you are ready to walk, then this is the spot. The public is not allowed to drive unless you are staying on the property. You can walk to the Barn to get some fresh bread and cookies and then walk the calories off back to the welcome center. It is primarily a hiking area. If you do not want to walk, don't waste your time. There is no cost to walk. Grab a map in the Welcome Center and enjoy the day. Be mindful of the bathroom locations on the map as they are not always readily available on the walk and you cannot use any buildings. We spent almost 2 hrs. of walking and was very enjoyable. read more

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Came on a weekend- no cost to the trails currently. Was nice to walk around and see all the animals at the barn. Also got to watch part of the cheesemaking process and one of the cheesemakers came out to answer questions and walk us through the process even though it wasn't one of the days for Meet the Cheesemaker, which was nice. The store has been converted to walk up only. I do wish there were smaller packages of cheese since there aren't any tastings currently. The bakery on premises was great as well. All of the staff we met from the person running the info desk, to the store clerks and the cheese maker were really nice. Overall a great place to hike. You can also tell the animals are well cared for which is great. read more

Shelburne Farms was a nice and unique place to visit just outside of Burlington, Vermont. I wanted to primarily stop to visit the store to get some maple syrup, but wound up spending a little time exploring the farm property too. There wasn't much going on at the farm since I visited shortly before they closed, so I didn't get the close up experience with animals others have reviewed, but did visit a lone cow calf to say hi and take some excellent waterfront pictures on Lake Champlain. The service in the shop was friendly and there was no fee to visit the property when I visited. Prices were on the high side in the shop, but the cost for maple syrup were in line with several of the other shops I visited in Vermont. It was a nice stop for visiting, but probably not a place I'd recommend to visit unless spending a few days in the Burlington area and you had free time to kill. read more

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Shelburne Farms is magical. First of all, it's pretty cheap to get in. It's less than $10 per person to spend an entire day here. Once you get your ticket, you can walk to the farm or get transported by a tractor. Since the property is HUGE, I'd wait to be transported. Once you're at the massive historic farm that looks more like a castle, you'll be entertained for hours. They have chickens, rabbits, cows, donkeys, horses, sheep...so many animals that you can pet. They have programming throughout the day. Our daughter loved the chicken egg hunting! There's a farm-to-table food truck there every day serving burgers, sandwiches, etc. In the back of the property is the inn, which is beautiful. There's a general store at the entrance/exit that sells jams, honey, and cheese. THE CHEESE! It is AMAZING! Eat all the free samples plus more. read more

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Adorable farm animals, cute sheep goat and pigs. Beautiful land. Great cheese. Definitely worth a stop! Meet the cheese makers pet the animals and hit the gift store read more

I loved the service here at the farm because the staff were very friendly and nice and the staff are very experienced in what they do at the farm. The farm admission is always free and parking is also free. The animals here at the farm were so nice and friendly. The food at the farm was amazing because when I ordered Mac and Cheese, the taste was so good. The root beer at the food truck was the best drink I ever had in my life. At the bakery, the desserts were so good and delicious. My favourite cookie there is the chocolate chip cookie. The trails are very fun because of the nature and there are a lot of cool gardens here and some other cool exhibits. For the reasons I have stated in this review, I highly encourage you to visit Shelburne Farms. read more

I went to Shelburne Farms on a whim on a hot summer day. The navigation was very easy and every staff member was very warm, kind and friendly. While the experience itself was nice enough, I was disappointed. I am a vegan, so I was going in apprehensive at best. I was not aware their animals are also used for meat so that was a turn off, immediately. In addition to this, my boyfriend and I ran out of stuff to do within 30 minutes. We saw some sweet goats, one calf, one cow, two sheep, all of which were sitting in hot small spaces. Overall, I made my bed by visiting an animal farm while being a vegan. However, there was generally little to do or see. read more

Would love to return! So many things to see and lovely grounds. We only had an hour til they closed-could spend at least a half day here.

There aren't enough adjectives to describe the splendor and amazingness of this gorgeous farm. If you're in the area I do not miss this! Gorgeous views, beautiful rolling hills, trees, butting up against Lake Champlain, and depending on what time of year or season the landscape changes all of them beautiful. Sleigh rides, hayrides, hiking, biking, picnics, horses, cows, & delicious cheese & dairy all organic and made and sold here. Definitely check out the store and get some things to go. Highly recommended! Can't wait to go back! read more

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We stopped in to see the farm, which was recommended by a local. They don't open for the season until May, but the gift shop was open and we were told we could wander the trail outside if we liked. It was a bit rainy so we didn't get far, but we noticed a lot of cars going up and down the adjacent dirt road. We figured we'd ride up and check out the Inn (since we weren't told we couldn't!) After winding along the road and seeing different farm buildings and the lovely scenery of this acreage, we came upon the shore of Lake Champlain, with the backdrop of mountains shrouded in fog. So beautiful now, but we could only imagine how much more so on a clear, warm day. The Inn itself sits on a rise, providing gorgeous views. It's now being readied for the season, and I can imagine many lovely weddings taking place here. Would love to return to take it all in on a summer day! read more

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Highly recommend. Worth it. 100% you should go. Milk a cow, pet a sheep, take a walk through a forest, watch cheese being made, buy some fresh baked bread, and take in the beautiful farm house. read more

AMAZING!! I went here and it was the best experience. It was 100 times better than a zoo and get this, IT'S FREE!! I got to walk baby lambs on a leash and it was so adorable. I also got to feed baby goats and it was so cute. And there is a tractor to take you up all the way if you don't want to walk. I would come here everyday if I lived closer. That's not all we did there, we did so much more. I LOVE THIS PLACEEEE read more

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I've heard a lot about Shelburne Farms over the years from other friends who live in the area, and since it was officially the first weekend of fall this year, decided to check it out. The farm itself is quite large, with many miles of hiking trails that are mostly flat and clearly laid out--making it a great place to just walk around. The farm store at the welcome center (I enjoyed a chef's salad so also had the opportunity to sample the farm's delicious cheese), the bakery in the farm barn (in and of itself an interesting and beautiful building), and the inn & public gardens overlooking a beautiful view of Lake Champlain--it's a wonderful place to visit. read more

Our favorite place to visit in Vermont. It's stunning, educational, interactive and perfectly exemplifies all that is wonderful about Vermont. I've been here several times, even for a wedding, and it's always a magical experience. Rolling green hills, historic structures, nature walks, wood shop, kids camps, museum with visiting exhibitions, the massive Ticonderoga ship, and my favorite farm with cows, calfs, sheep, chickens, pigs, rabbits, oh my! *Note: the farm is separate from the museum just down the road. You can easily do both in one day or split up the two trips for more time at each location. You can take a trailer ride to the farm or take a short 15 minute nature walk. Just stay left on the trail to cut through and avoid the road. A cute farm stand serves lunch items direct from the farm. A schedule of events is posted, so you don't miss the cow milking or feedings or sheep brushing. read more

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Beautiful! Gorgeous farm. You can walk out to the Farm house. Wonderful relaxing walk with fabulous views. The farm store is cool too with plenty of fresh veggies and goodies. We got some fresh chocolate chip cookies and they were awesome! read more

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This is a amazing. Take the tour it's 100% worth it. Our guide was very informative. Plus you get to pet baby cows and if that's not worth 5 stars I don't know what is read more

If you're looking for things to do around the Burlington area, this is a great place to visit! I'm from Montreal and come down to Vermont every so often, I'm always astounded by the beautiful sights the green mountain state has to offer and Shelburne Farms is no exception. Strongly recommend taking the tractor tour, the hour and a half ride takes you near the Lake Champlain, shows you around the dairy farm and inside the Inn and courtyard for a breathtaking experience. This national historic site is no stranger to weddings, fundraisers and receptions. If you want to book a room or dinner, consider at least a month wait! There are over 10 miles of hiking trails but if you want more of a relaxing experience, the tour will take you everywhere you need to see. Although there were mostly senior citizens on our tour, the farm is fun for all ages. We noticed many school buses with children from summer camps as well. We visited the Children's Farmyard on our own, they have scheduled activities such as cow/goat milking and egg picking and every day from 10 to 3 pm you can see their making of cheddar cheese. One of the first things our tour guide mentionned was that there is something "magical" about Shelburne Farms and that's really the word that stuck with me throughout our trip. read more

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My only experience was with the farm store as I was limited on time. I was told this is one of the key destinations in the Burlington area so I had to pop my head in before heading out of town. Please note that I grew up on a farm and an generally a sucker for anything that deals with agritourism. The main purpose of my visit was to snag a Vermont food product souvineer and sample the farm's cheese. The store offered an assortment of items perfect to take home including syrup, recipe books, cheese, Lake Champlain chocolate, tea and so on. I ended up going home with the Vermont Chai and syrup candies. Items were unsurprisingly on the pricey side. As for the cheese, the older and stinkier, the better. You could probably peruse the entirety of the shop in around 15 minutes. It's worth a visit if you find yourself at the farm. read more

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Suck a nice place to visit. my wife and I came during off-peak season and still had a magical time. The grounds transport you centuries into the past. Grab your map and Explore the entire farm. Discover the tree taps in the forest areas to find out how syrup is made. Plenty of places for some amazing photos and lots to do for parents bringing the children, just make sure you come during peak season. read more

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Lots of great exhibits and opportunities to be amazed. Thoroughly enjoyed our rainy day in the Burlington area.

Lots of fun on a rainy day! We weren't sure what to do with our toddler on a rainy morning- Shelburne Farm had a great answer :) we spent probably a solid 2 hours in the children's barn, meeting the animals and playing. Great experience- highly recommend! read more

A must visit! - Hayride - Cute Animals - Bakery with fresh breads and treats - Beautiful grounds - Tasty cheese samples - Market full of goodies What more could you want! read more

Skip the $16 admission fee for two, go straight to the Farm Store, and grab picnic goods for lunch and take a walk around the neighborhood! (That's what we did!). I traveled to Burlington, VT as a post graduate celebration (I got my PhD!). Shelburne Farms was recommended to us, but we didn't know we had to pay $8 a person to see the grounds (which includes walking a mile, eating at the Farm Stand, and going to the bread shop). Paying $16 for a walk for two was a little much for us as students. Instead of paying for admission, we we walked straight into the Farm Store and made ourselves a lovely picnic! They offer an $8.50 cooler bag and ice pack which was perfect. We bought two blocks of aged cheddar, raspberry jam, maple syrup, and maple candies! We then drove to Klinger's Bread Company (which is 5-10 minutes away) and picked up bread, and then drove right back to the neighborhood Shelburne farms is located. We ate at a local little waterfront park inlet in the neighborhood, where folks were fishing and relaxing. So beautiful and fun! A perfect end to our road trip. read more

Shelburne Farms - the Farm Store in front (no entrance fee necessary to shop here!) - Farms Near Me - Shelburne, Vermont

We spent about 3 hours on the Children's Farm, and there was so much to do and see. I have an exceptionally high energy child. Grown ups can often be frustrated by his running, blurring out questions/answers, and need for continual reminders about rules. The farmers and educators here were, without exception, absolutely amazing with him. They engaged his curiosity and allowed him to be super involved with all of the events. This warmed my heart to no end. Hands on education at its best, with so many opportunities for people (children and adults) to interact with the farm. I would love to go back and explore the rest of what this farm has to offer. read more

Probably a great place for kids to explore. As an adult, there wasn't too much to it. I enjoyed the huge estate with the Farm House in the center and the nice hike up One Tree Hill to see the views. The workers (farmers) are very friendly and welcoming. They have a tractor train that takes you out to the farm if you don't wish to walk the 3/4 miles or in bad weather. The farm house has a great cheese making educational experience with free tasting of the different aging of cheeses. You can view and pet cows, goats, and sheep. And they have a chicken coop with free range chickens and roosters to checkout. Thy have some varieties of rabbits and llamas to view and some pigs, turkeys and donkeys that I saw. There is a bread baker on site that makes fresh breads and treats on site. read more

A lovely farm that has been renovated to be a must see destination spot in Vermont! The general admission will get you into the 10 mile hiking trail available and the main farm barns. As you enter the parking lot, pay at the information booth outside of the welcome center. There is a gift shop fill with cheese, merchandise and maple syrup at the welcome center. Take a quick walk to the farm barn or take the complimentary tractor ride. The farm barn is split into three parts: the barn of animals, cheese making process and bread making. There is a little food cart at the top of the hill too if you get hungry. Take a .5 mile hike on the lone trail to get a beautiful view of the Shelburne water. This is a great place for kids and family alike! Very beautifully renovated farm with spectacular views! read more

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