I was looking for a quieter orchard tucked away from the crowds (and yes, I realize that such a…read morething at the height of the season is nonexistent) but Carver Hill actually fit the bill. From Boston, it's a scenic drive out to Stow. I couldn't stop gushing over the foliage on the way there - I've turned into a total leaf peeper. Carver Hill is absolutely stunning in the fall, definitely worth a trip. Pleasantly surprised to find the lot half-empty when we arrived on the later side of a Saturday but then it filled up by the time we left around 3. To your right, as soon as you drive in, you'll see an area with pumpkins and the farm store - this is also where you get PYO fruit/veggies if you're paying with credit. If you have cash on hand, you can pay for a bag at the little stand right in front of the orchard. A peck (the smaller bag) was $25. I was a little skeptical at the size but it's a good deal if you really pack your apples in there. From there, the apple orchard. Not the biggest I've been to and the selection was understandably limited. We missed the sign to download the QR code for a map of the orchard and so had to rely on a photo of a thin pole with all the names/colors wrapped around it. Don't forget to stop at the store before you leave. I grabbed some pumpkin pie, jam, and an apple cider donut - they also have apple cider slushies and multiple flavors of ice cream. The donut was THE BEST, made fresh, almost falling apart, thick and generous coating of cinnamon and sugar (also tasted nutmeg and allspice in the coating). Absolutely worth waiting in the line for, but make sure to pay first and get a little yellow receipt/tag from the register before you get in line for the donuts.

I came to Carver Hill Orchards on a Sunday and there weren't too many people there. I've heard some…read moreof the nearby orchards like Honey Pot are much busier. A lot of the apple types weren't available, but the ones they had were great! The store on site was very cute and reminded me of Vermont. The apple cider donuts were delicious, but the apple cider was served cold.

Most underwhelming experience I've had at an apple orchard. I came here on a weekend in early…read moreNovember because they were offering half-price apple picking. I got a small bag for $12.50 which was a great deal. I had no problem with parking. I got a good amount of apples, although I wish the signs for the types of apples were clearer. The main reason my rating isn't higher is due to the policing near the exit. I've been through security at concert venues that were less scrutinizing. When I was leaving, an employee was near the entrance was inspecting the wagon of a family with multiple bags. I didn't hear the entire conversation but I did hear the employee lecturing them about not overfilling the bags. The employee also said to not reuse the bags (something that could be prevented if they wrote the dates on the bags as other orchards do) and understandably the family said they wouldn't come back. Even though I wasn't the target of the apple police, it created an uncomfortable atmosphere. The best part of my visit was the cider donuts. The farm store was disappointingly small with mainly apples and cider available for purchase. Considering the plethora of options for apple picking in MA, I don't plan to return here.

Lovely experience Apple picking at Honey Pot Hill Orchards this last week…read more Service was great all around despite over an hour wait for the cider donuts (which were most definitely worth the wait). Apples were extremely tasty with great variety and plenty of ladders for picking. My only fret was that the signage at times was not the most clear. And the best part: the ambiance of it all. Perfect cool day in Mass with all the Fall colors and families having a great time... it was such a positive atmosphere. Would totally go again.

Always go here for the apple cider donuts in the fall. By far the best donut in the area. Plus the…read morebakery section has a nice selection. Fresh apple dumplings are always amazing

I thought I give the apple dumpling a try. It's like a small apple pie not too sweet and tarty…read more Nothing special so I would recommend skipping it and just have the apple cider.

I can't rate their pick-your-own orchard business, but the experience at the store was very nice…read more Lots of apples of multiple varieties (but mostly Macs) at really low prices, cheap veggies (like corn and squash), and many pumpkins. They also have cider donuts. The place is really cute, but most of all I can't believe I got so many apples for $2.50! Seriously, a huge bag of "seconds" for under $3. A regular big bag was only $5. WOW. Also, you can sample the varieties at the cash register. I loved the Gravenstein apple I had. Looking forward to making a delicious pie with it. Will definitely be back.

I've made this a must-stop for stocking up on apples, squash, and maybe a pumpkin or two. Like…read moremany of the local orchards, they grow and sell some varieties you won't find elsewhere. Always very friendly service. A gem. Right in downtown Stow.

Wow! The produce alone is why I have decided to drive the 20 miles to shop here every weekend…read more Large, perfect and delicious! Although it is more expensive than you will find at your local market basket at least I can actually use 100% of the items, they aren't half wilted and rotten like the junk you get in a "regular" grocery store. Additionally find wonderful local and artisan cheeses, meats and baked goods- even seasonal candy and items. The floral and garden shop?? Just wow! So worth the trip and a little extra cost for high quality. A high quality small shop.

bought their buttermilk blueberry cake for$9.99 and it was tasteless. Very disappointed.read more

The owner was polite and courteous and the store was clean and they had lots of plants! Their raw…read morehoney is delicious, it has a wonderful flower flavor and they have 5 LB - (80 oz) jars for $50.00 but they also have smaller jars as well. We are very happy to have such a place so close to home!

I recently visited Marshall farm for plants and flowers. I purchased their farm free range chicken…read morefrom the freezer in their store. It's expensive but so worth it. It's the best chicken I have ever cooked on my grill. Not like rubbery store bought. Check it out! You can see the chickens free ranging in their property.

I went to this location with my wife and daughter and wish I could give 10 stars. Chris, (I hope…read moreI'm remembering his name right) was prepping in the kitchen but stopped to personally greet us and was genuinely one of the nicest employees of any business I can remember interacting with in years. He was phenomenally nice, helpful and just a genuinely awesome person to deal with. Their food is top notch, everything is fresh, the chicken is outrageously good and the grilled cheese my daughter got was out of this world good (I stole a bite). The hot honey chicken sandwich is addictive but most of all knowing their ingredients are fresh and there aren't short cuts is the best part of the whole Nan's experience. But Chris was the kind of employee everyone dreams of hiring, it was over a month ago we were there but I made it a point to write this review because of him and their food. Can't recommend him and Nan's enough.

Amazing farm to table lunch place found in the middle of obscure Stow. It's locally known for…read moretheir healthy and delicious grain bowls and chicken Sammies. Hubby ordered their Nashville chicken Sammy and was thoroughly satisfied while after 15 mins of going back and forth on what to choose from their 15 sides, I finally decided on the spicy chicken thigh bowl with the daily broccoli and cauliflower salad sides along with the harissa and tahini sauces on the side. Love, love, love it! It was so tasty but it also literally felt good while eating and after. Like I was fueling my body with pure goodness. I wish we had a Nan's near where we live. We would definitely a be regular hands down.

Best local plants , superb selection and friendly services. Lucky we found this nursery/farm stand…read morea few years back and never missed a season to come and get stuffs for our garden.

I've been recommended this farm stand for a while now and I finally made a trip here with a friend…read moreto pick some flowers. We got a mason jar from the stand for $20 dollars and you can pick as many flowers as you please that will fit into the jar. The environment was amazing and very relaxing with all the rows of flower beds you were able to pick from and each row had different breeds of flowers. The staff was very friendly and helpful and explains where to cut the flower stems from and how many of each flower you can take to make sure everyone has a chance to get specific flowers. There is a farmers market also next to the flower picking fields that sells fruit, vegetables, and snacks. I look forward to coming back and definitely recommend this place to people who haven't been before.

This is an update from our last review: We went back to see the sculptures and met the one and only…read moreLinda - she is soooo amazing! Her sculptures in the Stuff of Dreams trail is so magical! My little guy and I loved the sculptures and artwork through the outdoor exhibit! Linda also came out and talked to us about her work of art- we fell in love with this exhibit and Linda! We will definitely be back :)

I went to and enjoyed the free sculpture walk here. There were probably 50+ pieces, some so small…read moreyou'd almost miss them, but others larger and of a variety of materials. One is interactive. The pond is beautiful as well as the sunflowers, there is sufficient parking, and a portable toilet is in the field. They had a small farmstand open. There was live music as well. I took off a star because when I emailed asking would there be a sculpture walk this year I never got an answer and had to keep checking their website.

Tldr: didn't like the random dust clouds, apples were good, pears were smaller than expected but…read morealright, also didn't like the slope, it's not very flat or smooth except for on the grass in between the rows of apples but depending on if there were lots of rotten fruit on the ground there were also lots of bees. Went with my husband and 10month old to pick some asian pears and honeycrisps. There was organized and ample parking. The main paths have large gravel rocks that were loose and uneven and a grass strip in the middle. It was a bit hard to push through even with our stroller with large wheels. The tractors that occasioned through blew the dust up around the paths too. There were plenty of porta potties and I also liked they have a hand washing station too. We didn't try any of the food trucks but appreciated the option. Farm stand was small, there were some picnic tables but could have been more (potentially near the food trucks) There were some chicks, bunnies, a goat, and donkey? to look at. The kids play area has a 2-5 & 5-12 play structures and water play but they were very close together, not much room to run around between the structures.

Review is as a non-apple picker. My friends and I swung by here for lunch in the mid-point of a…read morebike ride, lured in by the promise of apple cider donuts. From what I could tell, there are larger orchards in the area but Shelburne seemed to have everything you need - a food truck (with an excellent burger and pulled pork sandwich), a hard cider place, the aforementioned apple cider donuts, and a little general store selling jams and whatnot. At first glance, there didn't appear to be a ton of seating but if you walk a bit further up the hill, past the grassy patch, there's a good amount of benches and tables. Apple cider donuts review: 4/5? Not as fresh or as warm as I've sampled at other orchards but these had a healthy dusting of cinnamon sugar and a great chew. Downing two of these bad boys was not a great decision for the ride back (plus I had a cheeseburger). Cheeseburger: 4.5/5. Just a bun, patty, cheese, ketchup but listen, this was one of the best cheeseburgers I've had in a while. The bun was perfectly buttered and toasted and there was just the right ratio of meat to bread to condiments. I felt really, really food-drugged after eating this and the donuts. All the burger needed was some pickles. The only thing I didn't love about the layout is the area with the food truck had only three or four tables (no chairs) and faced the row of Porta Potties but I get that space is at a premium. There was also a sizable hill to get from the food truck to the area with tables/benches/donuts, which made walking in cycling shoes an enormous pain, though that's a me-problem.