From the Woods Farm is a Christmas tree farm with a variety of animals. The animals are highland…read morecows, horses, mini donkeys, sheep, and goats. They also have a roadside egg stand in the summer. They are open by appointment and event only; check their website for details. There is a beautiful barn which could be rented for special events. The owners Amy and Steve were super nice and helpful. My family and I went on Black Friday to purchase a pre-cut tree for $80. Currently, their trees are just babies and growing. They had two types of pre-cut trees to choose from; there were a few to choose from but we found the perfect tree! They had a vendor onsite making spiked hot chocolate, espresso martini, and various others. The interior of the barn was cozy with plenty of seating. There were plenty of items you can purchase in there, such as soap, honey, ornaments, etc. We got to pet the animals on the farm right outside, my children loved it. They also hosts events such as candle and ornament making, to name a couple. Overall, a lovely place to visit for events, purchase a Christmas tree, and even pet some farm animals!

From the owner: *OPEN by Appointment or Event ONLY & Seasonally at Christmas (Email, call or text to schedule)…read more Nestled in the heart of Canton, CT, From the Woods Farm offers a rustic haven for community gatherings and creative exploration. Our custom post and beam barn serves as the perfect venue for events, art workshops, and memorable rentals, embracing the charm of New England's countryside. Meet our beloved animals, including the gentle Highland cows Gus and Hank, alongside horses, mini donkeys, sheep, and goats, each adding their own touch of character to our farm. Stop at our roadside egg stand for our own farm-fresh eggs, a true taste of country life. During the holiday season, immerse yourself in the festive spirit as we open our doors for Christmas, offering a selection of pre-cut trees and a delightful gift shop stocked with local art and unique treasures. From the Woods Farm invites you to discover the beauty of nature, the warmth of community, and the allure of artisanal craftsmanship all year round.

Hogan's Cider Mill is fall haven, in New England. My friend was visiting from the south last week,…read morewhat a perfect place to take her for a bit of a fall preview, if you will. Granted, it is a bit early for the true season of fall, too early for the boots, too early for the flannels, and too early for the leggings. Sometimes you've got to take what you can get. Hogan's Cider Mill is located on freshly cut, beautiful green grass and plenty of it, in the small, rural town of Burlington, Connecticut. If you had no idea Connecticut had a town called Burlington, well Hogan's will be your intro to it. What an absolutely adorable place and so picturesque! The truck with every imaginable sized pumpkin is so cute! Inside you'll find a little cottage store with all sorts of goodies, from local snacks, to candles, wine, hoodies, all of it. You may get your warm apple cider donut here. Upstairs is where you may get your hard apple cider, or just apple cider. There are so many nooks and crannies that are also decorated for fall, where you may enjoy your cider of choice. We brought ours outside. The donut was warm, fresh, soft and so tasty! The cider was cold and apple cidery with a bit of spike. Hogan's Cider Mill is a must visit for anyone. Please enjoy the beautiful vibes, the scenery, the atmosphere and of course the cider and the donuts.

My time at Hogan's was honestly just ok. I had such high expectations from everything you see…read moreonline, but the whole experience just felt lackluster. I will start by saying the donuts ARE amazing! but that is about it. The cider and the slushies were pretty generic, and even with the "Summerween" theme, I just was expecting more. There weren't any other real food options, even popcorn or something would have been cool. The service was slow for such a well known and busy place, and the staff all moved like it was their first day. The mini golf was essentially 18 renditions of the same hole with no theme, excitement or variation. Thankfully we went on Friday when it's free which is a nice thing they do. It felt like a CT must do, but I don't think I need to go back.

Food quality / price (value) rating 9. The atmosphere is 1700's tavern. This is an awesome…read morebuilding from Revolutionary days built as a tavern and inn. It features several dining rooms including private smaller party rooms (8 to 12 diners) and large event sized rooms. We stopped here for lunch and were quite happy that we did. They have a great tap list, and a decent tavern food menu. Our experience began with complimentary warm mixed, spiced, nuts and mixed olives both were fantastic. I'll come back just for these. I had the New England Clam Chowder as an app and it was excellent. I had their Turkey Club sandwich for my meal, that also included a small house salad. The sandwich was served on freshly baked sour dough bread, and was very good also. The wife had the French Onion Soup, and we both liked it very much, although we both thought it was a little too sweet. I also had a couple draught beers, one of them had an ABV of 18% and was a very heavy stout served only in 5 oz glasses, which was enough. Our server at the bar, Vera, was attentive, pleasant, and friendly. We took a self-guided tour of the facility, and were impressed with the size and scope of the operation. The smaller, intimate dining rooms included a very cool horse stable themed room that I'd love to experience - definitely try to do so if you can!

Two North House Cheeseburgers: 8 oz Certified Angus Beef | Bibb Lettuce Tomato | Vermont Cheddar |…read moreBlack Garlic Aioli Crispy Shallot. One was medium and one medium rare; both perfectly grilled. Added the Parmesan Truffle Fries and the Grilled Asparagus. Service was excellent and water refilled as needed. Excellent place for lunch in a very interesting quiet tavern-like atmosphere. Will definitely go back for the Cubano.

Went with a friend for the 90min archery class held at the Glastonbury Boathouse. Learned aiming…read moreand positional bow techniques which were quite helpful. Was a fun and different activity to try! The instructor was friendly and the class size was small.

I come here pretty frequently to take a stroll and/or get some work done…read more There is a second story to the boathouse with outlets!! I believe this closes at sunset but I've been out here at sunrise and it's been pretty quiet until 9:30 am or so. There are a few walking trails and the docks/front of the boathouse (the cement areas) do flood during heavy rain. Definitely a Glastonbury community symbol... :) Lots of kids fishing on the dock/by the river. Playground on the premises & then the Glastonbury parks and rec manages the fields behind the clubhouse. I've been here when there was a wedding and it seemed intimate and romantic. I'm a big fan of this spot!

Mid spring and much more still needs to grow. Even the cattle. The Farm store was open and fresh…read morestock of frozen meats were light, but the season was still ramping up. There were of jarred goods, spices, cheeses, and homemade crafts were available for purchase. Inside the rustic down-home barn has been comfortably converted to enjoy a browse of artifacts from days gone by. Service was exceptional and information can be provided. If you have any questions about the farm or its farm-share or items in the store the person(s) minding are happy to answer.

I bought a carton of farm-fresh brown eggs, 16 oz chocolate milk and 1/2 gallon whole milk…read more The lady behind the counter was friendly and pleasant and the HUGE cat sitting on the counter appeared to be pretty chill as well. It was my 1st visit with a girlfriend and plan on coming back.

We had my daughter's wedding reception here two days ago and the service was phenomenal! Doreen and…read moreher staff did everything possible to accommodate everything that we requested! All the set ups that we left for them were absolutely gorgeous! I highly recommend this venue because they were a pleasure to work with. We received many, many compliments about the food and the overall event! Thank you very much for making our daughter and son-in-law's dream wedding come true!

From the wedding manager down to the wait staff, we were nothing but pleased for our wedding…read morereception. The food was great, the backdrop outdoors was beautiful, and the service was top notch. 5 stars from us! Thanks!!!!

This was not a pleasant experience…read more As I walked in, I smiled and said my friendly hello. Ms. Jennifer smirked and began the check-in process without returning the same level of friendliness. We lived in Avon and now reside in Greenwich so I was looking forward to my quick stay. I tried to make some small talk and mentioned that I had lived at this property for seven months between the sale of our home and moving into our new one. I also explained that I had two separate reservations for consecutive nights and asked if they could be combined. Ms. Jennifer told me I would have to check out in the morning and check back in because one reservation was booked with a free night certificate and the other with points. I explained that I would be leaving the hotel at 4:00 a.m. for major surgery and that my 18-year-old son would remain in the room until I was ready to be picked up afterward. She informed me that because he was under 21, he could not stay in the room alone. She suggested that I complete the check-out and check-in process on my way to the hospital, which was exactly what I was hoping to avoid. During our conversation, she simply placed two bags of peanuts and two bottles of water on the counter without saying they were complimentary or offering any explanation. It felt abrupt and impersonal. She also could clearly see that I was having difficulty walking and had just told her I was there for major surgery. Despite that, we were assigned Room 233, which was quite a distance from the elevator. In addition, the room was a studio rather than the one-bedroom suite I had expected. On our way out to get something to eat, I asked if the hotel was fully booked. She replied, "No, why?" I answered, "Because you couldn't have given us a worse room than the one we received." Her response was simply, "That's how they design them." The entire check-in experience left such a poor impression that I called Marriott and canceled my second night's reservation. Instead, my son stayed with a friend in town. The next morning, when I came to the lobby before leaving for the hospital, no one was at the front desk. While waiting for my Uber, I noticed a woman asleep under a blanket with her feet stretched out in front of the fireplace. I chose not to disturb her, but it certainly added to my concerns about the overall experience and safety. Having lived at this property for seven months in the past, I remember a much higher level of hospitality and customer service. Avon, what happened to the service we used to receive?

Carpet in my room hasn't been vacuumed and there's mildew in the shower. The breakfast was pretty…read moredismal. Eggs, bacon and breakfast sandwiches were cold but the apple and orange juice is warm. The milk barely chilled. I would expect crap like this from Motel 6, but not from Marriott. Breakfast from McDonald's would've been a step up and that's pretty sad.

I attended an absolutely wonderful private party here tonight. The large dining room, spacious…read morecocktail hour space and the bar area were all just gorgeous. The cocktail hour hors d'oeuvres were a large variety of hot food trays- pastry wrapped asparagus, spinach pies, stuffed mushrooms, pepper steak, eggplant rollatini, and several charcuterie stations. The eggplant was exceptional. We also had a pasta station with two selections, and a great carving station with fork tender beef and a perfect turkey breast. Every employee we interacted with - at the coat check station, at the bar, at the food stations, and at the tables was polite and very professional. We were treated like honored guests and I had a terrific time.

My best friend got married here this past weekend. It was a wonderful experience, the food and…read morealcohol were all so great. Stephanie, was the most amazing employee. She took care of the wedding party as if we were family. She works so incredibly hard, and truly went above and beyond. The weekend wouldn't have been the same without her. Thank you!

Puddletown is a phenomenal experience for anyone aged 6 to 60. It is a fairly small business in a…read morequaint town run by a couple of the coolest guys. My friends and I are a couple of 20 something year olds and we had a great time together shooting each other with arrows in the growing sport of "arrow dodgeball". Not only was this experience an hour and a half of fun filled brawling among friends, but it was also an educational experience of a less common game that gives a serious cardiovascular workout by the end of it. We even got an opportunity to mess around with a couple of their vast collection of nerf blasters, of which, there were dozens of different sizes, speeds, nerf bullet variants etc. I would strongly recommend this experience to anyone looking to get out of the house and try something new, have a child's birthday party that would be impossible to forget or just need an excuse to pick up some bows or nerf guns and just unwind and feel like a kid again! *Side note, the guys that run Puddletown are actually in charge of many of the bar trivia events in CT. Bar Rated Trivia is something I've been doing for a couple years now, but like trivia, I expect puddletown to grow at an increasing rate among younger people and older people alike.*

From the owner: Puddletown Adventures is CT's newest event venue! Archery Dodgeball, Yoga, Nerf Blasters, Cornhole…read more& MORE! Contact us today to see what we can offer for your next party or private event.