Shelburne Farm

happylioneatsprey

I come here every year to buy a pumpkin and always end up leaving with more than I planned. Their store contains apple cider, candied and caramel apples, aged cheddar cheese, all kinds of confectionery delights as well as a limited selection of kitchen supplies and of course - freshly made apple cider donuts. The staff are warm, inviting and it's always a pleasure to see them. I haven't explored the orchards however the goats and donkeys are adorable greeters next to the parking lot. It isn't fall unless I've visited Shelburne Farms!

Duc Nguyen (Nothing)

Shelburne Farms was created in 1886 by Dr. William Seward Webb and Eliza Osgood Vanderbilt Webb as a model agricultural estate, using money inherited from railroad magnate William Henry Vanderbilt. They commissioned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted to guide the layout of 3,800 acres (1,500 ha) of farm, field and forest, and New York architect Robert Henderson Robertson, to design the buildings. The estate was created by purchasing a large number of mostly agricultural properties, and then adapting the existing roads and lanes (some of which were public ways the Webbs petitioned to have closed) to fulfill the Webbs' vision for the estate.[4] The property was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980, and was designated a National Historic Landmark District in 2001.[3][2] Shelburne Farms was incorporated as a nonprofit educational organization in 1972 by descendants of the Webbs. Nearly 400 acres (160 ha) of sustainably managed woodlands received Green Certification from the Forest Stewardship Council in 1998. The farm's grass-based dairy supports a herd of 125 purebred, registered Brown Swiss cows. Their milk is made into farmhouse cheddar cheese.[5] The farm serves as an educational resource by practicing rural land use that is environmentally, economically and culturally sustainable. Visitors may enjoy the walking trails, children's farmyard, inn, restaurant, property tours and special events. (Wiki)

Sophia Paul

Shelburne is such a beautiful farm. We went apple picking today with a group of individuals from work and they truly enjoyed the outing. The farm has a large variety of apples to choose from. They also have peaches and pumpkins. The farm was open for fresh goods, a food truck was around and music was also been playing. It was a great ambiance while the weather was amazing. I hope they will be open next week, I would definitely take my son there.

Vanessa - Boston Local

Great place for people of all ages. Lots of apple brands to pick from. Pumpkin Pat , petting zoo and kids play area are available. Their store is so cute and they sell lots of different foods from pies, milk, cheese, honey, chocolates and pre package bags of apples. The best is the apple cider donuts! We missed the hot apple cider, but everything else was very nice. Seating area outside the front of the store. Lots of fun!