Took my family there many times when the kids were small. They had many seasonal events that we all…read moreenjoyed ourselves at.

We visited hoping for a peaceful walk, but it wasn't what we expected. A summer camp was in…read moresession, with kids yelling throughout much of the property, so it didn't feel like the quiet farm experience we were looking for. The grounds were okay, but nothing really stood out or made us want to stay longer. It may be a better visit when camps aren't in session.

My bestie and I had an amazing cuddle session with Biscuit, who was very lovable with a chill vibe…read more The barn was very cute with different merch to buy to remember your experience. We were lucky enough to see the new calf that was born less than 24 hours before our visit! The owners of the farm were a lovely couple who were very informative and you could tell loved their animals very much. We would definitely recommend a visit to this farm and we will be returning. Thank you so much!!

I had the best time cuddling Olive today! She's very sweet…read moreand the owners were gracious when I had to reschedule due to illness. I highly recommend this farm if you're into cow snuggles.

I was there twice. Both time staff was rude. and not knowledgeable. did not even know the part…read moreof a saddle i was talking about

Over the years I spent thousands of dollars in business here. So sad now. Used to be a ten star…read moreplace then the original owner Marianne retired. Mgr Amy is a nightmare. Amy is very disrespectful and not honest. Staff can either be ok or downright RUDE and disrespectful. This review is after MONTHS of giving second, third, etc. chances. Rudeness toward nice customers is unacceptable. I drive out of area now for better service and prices. BEWARE prices online and in store are sometimes vastly different. They will not refund your difference no matter what the online website policy states Amy Manager just makes a bunch of excuses and refuses. If you're local go to Log Cabin Tack and if online Smart Pak online for FAR better service and Far better prices.

What a cute place!! They had a little store + food truck…read morekind of thing. Apple cider slushy seemed to be very popular! They did run out of apple cider donuts It was a short walk to the trees but they had so many! Please bring proper shoes because there's a lot of mushed apples. But apples were perfect, small, big, crunchy and soft! Everything for the right person.

One of the most beautiful farms I've ever been to! They have a wide variety of rare apples and…read moredifferent fruits. Take a day trip out to pick apples and check out their stone masonry area which is very interesting. It's so beautiful, there are garnets in the stone!

We have visited retreat farm quite a few times. My kids love seeing the animals. Carlos is the main…read moreattraction for us. He's the big one with the horns. You can feed him if he's in the mood. There are pigs and goats and a number of other farm animals to watch and interact with. They have a bunch of other things Last time we spent some time petting the big pigs with long brushes. The kids loved it. We live in Connecticut and every time we drive through or visit Brattleboro we will be stopping again. In the mean time my three year old will get his Carlos fix checking out their Instagram page.

This is your go-to Vermont haven, if you haven't been here yet. Every local Vermont food and gift…read morecan be found here, so if you can't make it to the exact location, this is the place to go! From snacks and cheese, to jam, honey, chocolate and maple syrup, body products, ceramics, candles... honestly they have everything Vermont has to offer! Even a cow bench to take fun pics on! The staff was super nice and were able to help without being pushy. We loved walking around the property, seeing the animals, the beautiful stream and climbing the rocks and walking along the trails.

There are places that make you feel as though you've stepped into another era, and Hidden Springs…read moreMaple is one of them. Tucked away about an hour north of Hadley, Massachusetts, the drive alone is worth making. On this visit, the sun was shining, the temperature never climbed above 80 degrees, and the winding country roads were perfect with the sunroof open. By the time I arrived, it already felt like I'd left the rush of everyday life behind. I've always been fascinated by how real maple syrup is made. The kind that comes from the sap of maple trees rather than the artificially flavored syrups so many of us grew up with. While I didn't get to see the sugaring process itself, Hidden Springs Maple serves as the retail home for the family operation. Inside, the rustic barn-style shop is wonderfully nostalgic, with weathered wood, shelves lined with glass bottles and jars, and the unmistakable feeling of an old-fashioned country store. It feels less like a gift shop and more like a place where New England traditions have been carefully preserved. The young man behind the counter patiently entertained every one of my tourist-style questions, answering each with genuine enthusiasm and an obvious pride in the craft. Before making a purchase, I was invited to sample three grades of syrup--Amber Rich, Dark, and Very Dark (Robust)--a thoughtful touch that lets visitors appreciate how the flavors deepen from one variety to the next. Amber Rich was my favorite, and I happily left with a jug, along with maple cream, locally produced honey, smoked maple syrup, and a gift box of regional jams. Now comes the only real challenge: figuring out how to pack the maple jug and those glass jars for the trip home without breaking a single one. It's a small price to pay for bringing home a taste of a place that feels wonderfully timeless.

TLDR: delightful maple creamies in a beautiful spot…read more Beautiful shop with lots of maple syrup and souvenirs including some toys for kids. The maple creamies just had the right amount of sweetness. If you're feeling more decadent the diabolical donut bowl might fit the bill, which is maple creamie soft serve over a donut with maple syrup poured over.

This is a charming farm, and charming farm store. I came here for the store and bakery to grab some…read morebaked goods to snack on. If I had more time, I would have definitely sat around staring at the cows hanging behind the store. This is an absolute gem and well worth supporting this business. The baked goods are great, there are good cheeses and dairy, and a variety of other things that accompany those two staples.

Worth a stop if you are up in Gill. I was attracted by the raw milk cheeses which are ok but mild,…read morenot the flavor profile of European aged cheeses which I was hoping for. But not expensive either, and fine for everyday use. There are baked goods, preserves and local grains which you can grind in the provided Nutrimill. (Flour produced this way will be cheaper than the preground bags on the shelf.) In winter at least, there's an honor system checkout which has been updated with a iPad and a Square credit card reader.

Great cuts of meats.. beef,lamb,goat they have it all. If they don't have it they will let you know…read morewhen they do.

We choose one of their package deals once every couple weeks…read more They package it well as it keeps fresh for quite awhile. Meat is great, no complaints at all and worth the money.

Allen Brothers has very tasty prepared foods. My mother loved her delicious grilled sandwich on…read morehomemade wheat sourdough and I loved my slice of scrumptious gluten free strawberry cake. Four GF treats on offer! It was hard to chose and now I will have to go back and try the others! And Mom wants to go back as well.

Soft serve is delish. So glad I stumbled across this place while hungry. Staff inside the farm…read morestore were very friendly and helpful.