Great hands on learning experience, reasonably priced as well. Exactly what I needed to gain…read moreconfidence with my own rabbitry. Very happy with the handsome buck I took home with me.

From the owner: Give us a call or text and we’ll set you up with a farmtastic play date with baby goats, bunnies,…read moreand pigs. Play dates by appointment.

Visiting Blue Ridge and stoped by Mercier Orchards on a perfect cold day. Let me just say this is a…read morepopular tourist attraction so it had its fair share of people so come with some patience. Outside it has some beautiful views worth stopping for a photo and stopping at the bakery inside for some fried pies and cider donuts are a must! The fried pies were okay but the Cider Donuts are a show stopper. They also have tons of other things like fruits and veggies, toys, books, figurines, wine and more!

First things first -- get ready for a drive. This place is…read morenot just "down the street." It's a journey. But let me be very clear: it is 100% worth it. From the moment you arrive, you can tell Mercier Orchards is something special. There is so much packed into this one location that it almost feels like a small village built around apples and everything that comes with them. Inside the main store, the selection is honestly overwhelming in the best way possible -- home goods, gifts, jams, jellies, preserves, baking mixes, sauces, butters, ciders... anything and everything apple-related, plus plenty of other fruit-based goodies. It's the kind of place where you say "I'm just going to browse" and then walk out with bags of stuff you didn't know you needed. Then there's the bakery. Seven lines. All long. And all moving surprisingly well. I eventually stepped out of line after about 15 minutes, but not before getting a solid look at the pastries, pies, breads, and desserts -- everything looked incredible. Even without buying anything that round, the bakery alone is worth the stop. Now let's talk about the apple picking experience -- because this is where the magic really happens. Riding out on a trailer attached to a tractor felt like something straight out of a fall movie. The views, the air, the vibe -- it's peaceful, exciting, and nostalgic all at the same time. The apples change with the season, and the ones we picked were delicious and lasted a long time. No pesticides, just straight calcium. Fresh, crisp, and perfect. And yes... get a bag or three like I did. You're going to want them. The entire place also makes for amazing photo opportunities. Whether it's the orchard, the tractor ride, the store, or the scenery -- this is one of those spots where your camera roll is guaranteed to fill up. The only negative moment of the day happened when I went to grab some cider and one of the guys behind the counter completely ignored me. I actually had to call him out -- like, "Did you not see me standing here?" Not great. But that one interaction couldn't even come close to outweighing everything else this place offers. Bottom line: If you're anywhere in the area -- or even thinking about making a day trip -- you absolutely have to go. It's a little off the beaten path, so I don't expect most people to just "stumble" upon it... but if you plan it, you won't regret it. This is an experience, not just a stop.

Our favorite alpaca farm and we've visited many! Friendly, well-cared for alpacas. The owners…read moreJerome and Pam are passionate and knowledgeable, and are happy to have visitors to their farm. We recommend visiting if you get the chance and love alpacas!

From the owner: We raise and sell alpacas which also includes halter/lead training plus service after purchase. We…read morehave our alpacas sheared once a year, then use their fleece for various products like yarn, socks, gloves, hats, shawls, scarves, bird nesting balls and stars, felted ornaments, and more. We even have alpaca fur toys including finger puppets. These toys are imported from Peru and are handmade by women in the Andes Mountains.

This was a very nice get away for us while on Spring Break vacation. Brian and Barbie, the owners,…read moreset up this carriage house and 3 acre mini farm about seven years ago. They offer private farm tours, carriage rides, a bed & breakfast, a wedding chapel and lots of flowers to enjoy. My family went on the carriage ride with Brian and Barbie. They use an original carriage from the 1800s which has been updated with fiberglass wheels and hydraulic breaks. The carriage is drawn by Moses and Aaron (Gypsy Vanner Cross horses). The ride takes about one hour along a mountain gravel road. For portions of the ride, Brian & the horses kick up the speed to around 40 mph. It's pretty cool and exhilarating. A fun family friendly experience. The kids enjoyed petting the animals. They have a donkey, a pony, fainting goats, chickens and pheasants. You'll also find daffodils, tulips, hyacinths, a type of cherry blossom and other flowers.

We had an absolutely wonderful time visiting Daffodil Hill Farm! Barbie and Brian are gracious, fun…read morehosts and they made us feel so special and welcome, our 3 year old son especially loved the carriage ride and meeting all the animals! We can't wait to visit again when we come back to Blue Ridge next year! Definitely book in advance because private tours book up! Well worth it for a special experience!

Extremely limited food options, but the atmosphere and cider were great:) Love the outdoor seating!read more

We loved the cider here! It was a great stop. My only complaint was that I think $16 is a bit…read moreexpensive for four cider sample samples. My favorite was the black beard cider, which is a cider that is aged in Jamaican rum barrels. My husband's favorite was the Ole red cider, why is an apple and cherry cider. We enjoyed the outdoor patio, which was enclosed and heated . In the summer this place is probably very busy.

This is the kind of place where your healthy alter ego stays buckled up in the car--and you waltz…read morein guilt-free, ready to eat like it's your birthday. Their cheese selection? Chef's kiss. We sampled a few, and the views while snacking were straight out of a postcard--peaceful, pretty, and perfect for pretending you're in a cheese commercial. Whatever you do, don't skip the Café. It's in this gorgeous, huge old barn that's been lovingly renovated into a temple of ooey-gooey grilled cheese goodness. It's basically sacred ground for sandwich lovers. Grilled cheese is their thing, and oh boy, do they do it justice. My husband went for the Smoked Bologna, I had The Big Cheese (because... obviously), and our friends followed our lead. No regrets. These sandwiches are THICK, golden, buttery slabs of bread hugging melted cheese like it's a warm embrace from grandma. Pro tip: One whole sandwich is basically a cheesy Everest. My husband took half to go. I, on the other hand, showed no restraint. Dessert? Oh yeah. We shared a chocolate peanut butter shake (sin in a cup), and our friends had the cake batter one--because balance, right? Also, they have a super cute shop where I snagged some Tennessee jams to bring home. Gifts, I said. For others. (Probably.) It's a lovely spot--perfect for a chill picnic with family or friends... or to just sit quietly while your food coma gently sets in.

The BLT and seasonal shake are amazing! Always love visiting Sweetwater Valley Farm and sitting on…read morethe porch of the barn to enjoy the views and a shake. The cafe also has a store with home good items, cute clothing, and gifts. The perfect place for a fun family visit or to take folks from out of town. The owners are often in the cafe and are super nice and welcoming. Every time we visit the workers are extremely nice and helpful!

Lasso the Moon/Holly....a 5 star experience!! The adorable alpacas, dogs, cats, ducks...lovely…read moredrive to Blairsville on a crisp Fall day to enjoy beautiful leaves, art, delicious food and a memorable day... highly recommend this visit!! Happy to support this small business

Previous 1 star review should really be disregarded as it's pretty clear on Lasso the Moon's…read morewebsite that appointments need to be scheduled ahead of time. And they deserve no less than 5 stars for the experience, from my first correspondence with Holly to arrange the tour, to arriving. The directions and the signage were momentarily confusing, but the site indicates to drive towards the right behind the barn on the gravel road. Pulling in you can't help but "awww" over the chickens, ducks, dogs and alpacas dotting the property. Once all of the other guests had arrived, the tour began and it was both fun and informational, about the farm, alpacas, and the artwork made from their fibers. Even my little one was less than her squirmy fidgety self and listened. Feeding the alpacas was really the most fun part as we were told that they don't particularly like being petted on their heads (only a minor bummer as we'd gleefully hoped that we'd get a few gentle pats in.) The tour finished up in the upstairs art studio where hand-made gifts were available, or where one could make a donation, as the tour is free. For how much fun it was, I wouldn't have hesitated to have been required to pay for it anyways. It was a very fun and memorable morning meeting some gentle and fluffy alpacas up close, and I would strongly suggest that anybody making a weekend trip to this area to plan ahead to also visit Lasso the Moon.

Had a great time at the Lavender Lamb Farm. Picked a bunch of Lavender and bought some lovely gifts…read moreat the gift shop. Amazing viiew.

They are usually close on Sundays, however, we called and they opened for us. We got an…read moreinformative, impromptu lesson on lavender and the various uses the shortbread cookie. Samples were delicious and it's pretty scenic. We ended up buying a few home made lavender based products.

I didn't went to the Farm but we got together from my work and order some I bought two one for me…read moreand one for my daughter the Strawberries were fresh big , juicy and sweet my husband couldn't stop eating I plan to make fresh home made Strawberry Ice Cream with the Strawberries that I bought I work at Kids R Kids Cumming South

Parking: Near entrance, gets filled up quickly! Cost: $16…read moregallon bucket plus $1 per person Things to do: There is a play area for kids which is a separate fee. The strawberries are very juicy and ripe! You MUST go when it opens! We got there at 10am when it opens and there was already a line forming so it is even safe to say come earlier and stand in line. Once the ripe ones are picked, they close. Definitely call ahead or follow them on social media for updates on that! They do not let you eat strawberries on the farm...not sure why it's a COVID/CDC thing so that is tough with a 1 year old who is obsessed with strawberries. I've heard other farms allow people to eat as they pick so I'm not sure what that's about.

Friendly staff. Great produce! Delicious chicken and dumplings! Love their dried apples. Easy…read moreparking and access.

R&A Orchards has the apples ! All things apples and more…read more.. You can pick apples for $6 admission fee and enjoy a tractor trailer ride to the Orchards. Plenty of varieties of apples to pick. Beautiful flower field where you can also pick colorful flowers. They have a store with a great selection apple made goodies, apple pies, apple jam, apple bread and more. There is a cafe inside with seating area lots of people were enjoying the food. Ice cream parlor and fudge stand. Everyone was very polite and friendly.