Went here on a Sunday in late September, and there was a decent amount of apples to pick! They have…read morea ton of different kinds to choose from. You do have to pay admission to pick, but you get to pick way more than apples. Veggies and fruit are available if you go at the right time. We got 3 large pumpkins and an entire bag of apples for a little less than 35 bucks! Definitely worth it to stop here!

You are presumed to be a criminal and are treating accordingly at check-out…read more I brought my disabled patient to the orchard for a safe, therapeutic outing, but he was left traumatized by the excessive post-picking interrogation, intense vehicle search, and authoritarian bullying by their plainclothes security. As I was held at check-out inside the building, an unnamed woman with no identification confronted me in an accusatory manner demanding to know what else we had picked. I told her everything we picked was on the counter. She asked what was in my car. I told her my patient, his rollator, and his mobility scooter. Not much else fits in a little KIA. She left me inside the building at the register and went out to my car. With no explanation to my startled patient, she began rooting through my car. He was alone and felt defenseless in a frightening situation. I don't know if I'll ever be able to get him to leave his house again for an outing like this. He is traumatized. Columbia County NY has many PYO options that are more friendly and less terrifying than this horrible place.

Boehm Farm has been off the radar of people in the Capital Region for far too long. But I heard the…read moreplace had excellent apple cider donuts, and I had to check them out for myself. Wow. Okay, these were seriously good. When I showed up around 10:30 on a recent Saturday morning, the air smelled of freshly frying donuts. It's always a good sign. And while there were donuts on the counter, when I asked if I could get any hot donuts the clerk went into the back and pulled out some steaming hot specimens. That may not sound like such a big deal, but as we say in this part of the world, it's huge. Hot apple cider donuts are so much better than their room temperature version. Which isn't to say that just because a donut is hot, it will be good. I've had my share of hot and disappointing cider donuts too. The hot apple cider donuts at Boehm Farm were delightful. Perfect? No. But absolutely great. And if you're into exploring the farms and orchards in and around the Capital Region, it's definitely worth your time, as I would put this small, off the beaten path orchard, in the top third of the ones I've visited. Maybe even in the top quarter. More than anything, it makes me think. If Boehm Farm has been hiding in plain sight all these years, how many other excellent orchards remain to be discovered by those relatively recent arrivals to the region? Farms! We've got 'em. And you should visit and support as many of our regional growers as possible. Remember: no farms, no food. Plus, they are charming and magical places. Especially in the fall.

No hot cider. The cold cider we purchased had a "sell by date" that was over 5 days ago. Also it…read morewas from another farm. The donuts were standard, not very impressive.

This small cider/winery is an excellent stop on your tour through the Berkshires. They have some…read moreinventive ciders and wines that don't follow the "rules" of flavor profiles. Using grapes shipped from CA and mixing with apples crown on site, this small batch operation is a delightful stop. Specifically, I want to shout out our wine guide who took us through several of their wines. She made our experience there memorable with her amazing personality, charm, and humor. The space is small but offers a variety of options to hang out and enjoy their wines and ciders - inside by the fireplace, outside on the screen porch, or outdoors on the patio. We loved our time at Hilltop and hope to return.

Sara is the best! She is friendly and very knowledgeable about all of the wines. We loved the…read moreunique flavors and the story behind them all. Once we had tasted a bunch and decided on a glass she suggested that we take a walk through the Orchard up to the top of the hill, which was so peaceful and scenic. Of course we got a few bottles to go and the delicious donuts. We would love to come back.

What an amazing experience at Klocke Estate! It must be the…read moremost extraordinary view of the Catskills. The decor is beautiful, service superb, and the cocktails delicious. And of course the spirits with tours and tastings raise the bar for distilleries around the country.

We recently visited Klocke Estate for a brandy tasting and lunch, and the experience exceeded…read moreexpectations. The level of investment and attention to detail throughout the property is immediately apparent, creating a truly elevated destination. The brandies were exceptionally crafted, showcasing remarkable quality and craftsmanship, while the lunch was equally impressive. What stood out most was the outstanding service--warm, knowledgeable, and attentive without being intrusive. It's clear that Klocke Estate is committed to creating a world-class guest experience. A beautiful property, premium products, and exceptional hospitality make this a destination well worth visiting.

My Upstate getaway was full of meanderings, and those meanderings often included visits to the…read morefarms around town. Golden Harvest was one of those farms, chosen by my husband who planned the entire trip. I was along for the ride. It's quaint and hard to miss with its bright-red, apple-shaped sign. We parked in front of the shop, and the smell of freshly baked goods greeted us when we entered. At that moment I knew this place would not disappoint. The counter had pies, turnovers, and cookies on display, but we came with a mission: secure a cider donut. It's so refreshing to see donuts sold at a reasonable price. For $1.35, these were a steal compared to the $6 ones sold in the city. (Yes, $6 for a single!) The donuts, which were still warm when we had them, were generously coated with cinnamon sugar. You could taste the apple cider with each bite. I would have ordered more, but I was saving my appetite for barbecue. (See my review for their smokehouse on my profile!)

On our way through Albany, we dropped by Golden Harvest because there aren't too many places who…read moreserve hot apple cider in the spring/summer. I'm always on a hunt for good hot cider and this one really hit the spot! You can really taste the spices and it was so soothing. We also bought half a dozen apple cider donuts, which were good. Their donuts are covered in thick sugar, but it is not too sweet. Prices are very affordable as well! The regular size cider was only $3.75 and the half dozen donuts was $5.95.

Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Hudson Valley from the gorgeous orchards of Fix Bros, while…read moreavoiding the mass crowds of NYC people. This is an especially wonderful place to pick-your-own apples. My family has been going apple picking at Fix Bros, every year, for the last five years. It has become a family tradition, going strong. If you prefer picking fresh fruit, in a beautiful setting, without the hassle of obnoxious crowds & high prices, then this is your place.

Excellent place for pumpkin and apple picking. They have a huge area of apple orchids with many…read moredifferent types of apples to choose from. Prices are reasonable too. They also have a hayride that will take you through their entire property which stops at different areas throughout the orchids. The pumpkin patch is decent sized and there's a large area for the kiddies to run around. They also have an area where you can purchase raw honey and different types of jams.

It was our first time here. So glad we came very friendly staff berries are absolutely delicious!…read moreEven walked out with a hanging basket and arrangement of sunflowers. Definitely a place that we will be returning to again.

We had a fantastic experience at Chatham Berry Farm We…read morepicked two baskets of blueberries, (no charge for the container) and the blueberries were plentiful The people who work there were really nice and friendly Great place for a fun time My only recommendation is to wear sunscreen a wide brimmed hat and work quickly it takes a lot of time to fill two baskets. Tomorrow blueberry muffins and blueberry pancakes.

Grabbed some apple cider and donuts to transport back to NY. Unfortunately for the donuts, half did…read morenot make it home... as I devoured them in the car. The powdered sugar and plain donuts are super delicious but make sure to dunk them in your coffee or cider. Why do you ask? Because doing simply elevates your enjoyment by at least 3 fold. Don't believe me? Trt em out for yourself!

Visited the orchard on the very last day and last hour of Apple picking weekend! There were plenty…read moreof Ida red and Jona golds left and a few McIntosh! Opted for a medium sized bag which held a decent number of apples. Definitely worth the visit! Can't wait to be back next year :)

The best experience! Lots of space inside, very warm ambiance. There are ample benches and seats by…read morefirepits outside and an area with food trucks and to apple pick yourself. The apple cider donut stand was absolutely amazing. Theyre making them fresh right there! We got a couple fresh apples as well and they were phenomenal. Service was nice and they're busy! Highly recommend going here for an city escape, especially in the fall.

Had a brief visit here that was sadly affected by a torrential downpour (that came with a tornado…read morewarning). We had fun plucking zennias ($.50 each) and wanted to see the sunflowers but did not get a chance to since we saw lightning. Within ten minutes of seeing lightning, a heavy thunderstorm began, which we waited out in the cidery, which is in a large barn. There were three bathrooms and a shared sink. There were also lots of snacks, ciders and spirits available for purchase. You could even buy crackers / cheeses / meats to make your own charcuterie board! It looked like there was a private event while we were there as well as another private event in the evening. I only tried the Kitchen Sink cider which I honestly didn't like at all, but at least the packaging was nice! I also have to give a shout out to the people working at the stand near the parking lot for giving me a free sunflower stem since I didn't get a chance to pick one!

This is an incredibly beautiful spot. Lots of apples, great apple cider donuts. Kids can watch the…read moredonuts being made. The people who run it are very pleasant and easy going. A little out of the way, but if you're in the area, go there to pick apples.