So, a couple of late springs ago, I was eager to get out of the house. I thought that I knew what…read morestir crazy was (ha). The answer was soon (and so so much later) to come. When walking around the block was no longer sufficient to satisfy my 'getting out' needs, I... went online and bought my strawberries remotely. Fruit picking from April to October has always been something I've enjoyed about the area and knowing that that pastime was going to stay in the past, I pivoted -- as did the folks at Batey Farms. I've been north, south, west, and east in my search for fresh produce outside of Nashville. Surprising to me, I had yet to go to Batey Farms. I think I'd planned on going with a friend who lived in the area but we put it off thinking we had plenty of time to do it later. Oh, box of plagues and troubles that was opened lo so many years ago (at this point)... you never fail to disappoint and stress. So, I wanted strawberries. I wanted fresh strawberries. I didn't want to buy overpriced strawberries from the supermarket that were coated in pesticides. I didn't have a lot of choices. Many u-pick farms were shut down and discombobulated. Thankful that someone in the Batey family is a crafty zoomer (millennials are old/40s now; youth is new), they had a system in play. Go online. Pick the amount of berries you want. Pay. Arrange a pick-up time. Drive to the farm. Sit in queue. Verify your order with a number. Pop the trunk. Deliver berries. Leave. Granted, a lot of the fun of local produce is spending time outside and picking the best berries but some things can't be helped. I was just grateful that someone thought up a workable system. One caveat, though: the ordering system was/is a bit Mad Maxish. Berries sold out. Fast. Think of it as a berry version of trying to snag seats at the Bluebird. Don't wait until the last minute or think the first time out will satisfy your itch. Patience is definitely a virtue.; that and expert internet-fu. I ordered. I hit the road on a Sunday afternoon. I enjoyed a leisurely drive. I drove through a neighborhood. I arrived to orderly chaos. I gave my number. I popped the trunk. I got my berries. I left. Super efficient process. No (reasonable) complaints. I drove home and studied my berries. I had a fair amount of 'I would have picked these' berries so no (fair) complaints. There's nothing like the real thing but as we've learned -- and, are still learning -- to get through life one must pivot. Strawberries makes doing so all the sweeter. And, to be all the way truthful, if I could remotely pick my berries I think I might prefer this system. This year, we'll see if I can resume the hunt. If not, at least I know how to scratch my itch. Locally.

Came here with the family and picked strawberries. The staff was very helpful and nice. The prices…read moreare very reasonable, especially for the reality of knowing where they are coming from. I'd suggest anyone to come check it out!

I had heard good things and it definitely lived up to them! There is a lot of parking and it's easy…read moreto find. The shop itself had so many different and unique items! The produce looked so fresh and was reasonably priced. The staff is also so nice and helpful and walked me through the weekly basket pickups. I'm excited that I finally went and I'll definitely be back!

Cute. Love the Amish duck and more. Flowers in the fields…read moreare lovely. Musk grape bushes are cool. Adorable market.

Love a good farmer's market and this was a good one! Off season so they weren't super full but it…read morewas great seeing the vendors that were there. T-shirts, jewelry, skin care products, plants, lots of things! Lots of food vendors and little shops on the far side, I found some seasoning, and a Nashville spot where I go mini moon pies and stickers. Spent some time looking at the great designs for t-shirts and sweatshirts at Hug a Farmer stand. I ended up with a great olive-green t-shirt with an outline of the Nashville skyline. The vendor was so nice, and I love the shirts were Comfort Colors as they hold up really well.

It's really cool to have a local farmers market to enjoy, and even better when they also have a lot…read moreof food vendors and boutique shops to browse. The parking can be tough. You have to get there very early or rideshare in. I always get local honey when I'm around, you have to try some. I also found a great small batch lotion/bath/body product vendor called Lynchburg Soap Company. They have the best smelling lotion! Get the Milk and Honey! The plant area was a bit decimated when we went this time. It's not surprising since we had a horrible ice storm recently. I bet they suffered some loss there. Normally it's a bright vibrant place full of lots of flowers and plants. I love browsing the area.

Nestled in the picturesque countryside of Franklin is a gem of a goat farm, where warmth and…read morekindness radiate from both the owners and their delightful animal companions. From the moment you step onto the farm, you're greeted with genuine hospitality and a sense of belonging. The owners, Cassandra & Mike have the best hearts and welcome visitors with open arms and a wealth of knowledge about their beloved goats and all of the wonderful products made from their milk. Their passion for animal welfare is evident as they go above and beyond to ensure the well-being and happiness of every creature under their care. Then there are the goats! Each one is a character in their own right, with personalities as varied as their colors and so lovable! Whether you're seeking a peaceful moment to connect with nature, the baby goats or with amazing people who live amongst us in our community the FBF goat farm is a must-visit destination. Prepare to be swept away by the kind heartedness of the owners, the sweetness of the goats, the thoughtfulness of fellow visitors, and the serene beauty of it all. Make sure to get some yummy ice cream / cream cheese(so many amazing flavors), luxurious soap, nourishing lotion, etc. I am also sharing their website if you would like more info: https://fantasticbeilingfarm.square.site As well as their QR code to assist with helping to support their rescue efforts. Please follow them on IG & TikTok to stay connected and stay updated with the latest farm news & incredible products, including adorable additions like baby goats and ducklings & the most current and cutest content.

As a huge goat lover, this was my heaven!! The farm is right in Franklin, so the location was very…read moreconvenient to visit. The experience is also free, which is a huge bonus. Enclosed in a large pen with hay, grass, and lawn chairs and tables for the goats to play around on are about 30+ baby goats. I was able to pet, cuddle, and hold any and all of the goats! Being able to love on these sweet animals was truly the highlight of my day, maybe even the year! I'm from out of state and cannot take any of these goats home with me, but if you live in the area there are baby goats from the farm available for purchase as well. It's only open on Sunday's from 12-3pm, so if you are looking to visit make sure to plan accordingly. In addition to the petting area, there was another pasture adjacent to the gated area where visitors can watch more goats, alpacas, Guinea pigs, and chickens roam about. If you want to go in the FBF market, various handmade goat milk items were for sale. I purchased the death by chocolate ice cream and it was delicious!

Enjoyed a few hours at the Amish country market at the Feedmill in Nolensville ' the old style…read moreambience and fresh Amish Food. Had a quick sandwich from the cafe ' inside the feed-mill ' tried the buggy wheel and the famous chicken salad with cranberries both freshly made and full of flavor . Met up with the owner ( know as " the Feed-mill guy " . ) great conversation which lead to a quick appearance on his media post . If you're in the area or just passing through a stop at the Amish country market at the Feed-mill is worth the stop. Also, don't forget to go outback and enjoy the mill creek ' home to the federal protected Tennessee crawfish. And don't leave without a bag of this * Walnut Creek Peanut crunch pop-corn , maybe get 2 !!

Great selection of goodies! Very friendly staff. We stopped in before a roadtrip to Lynchburg for…read moresnacks! Definitely worth a stop on your drive!

Ok listen! I had NO idea this was back here!! This is…read moreabsolutely beautiful! It's so fun! We met friends here, they play games and serve pizza! The little store they have is the cutest thing ever!! You come to a place like this during the spring time, get the fire pit going bring some marshmallows during the evening! Definitely our new spot!!

Breedens orchard is a great place to bring the kiddos for a nice day. I attended the honey fest for…read moremy first visit and although it was a nice I expected a lot more. It wasn't really giving festival vibes. It was really just the regular shop with honey themed products and honey sampling. I wish they had a few more vendors or live music or something of that nature available for the adults. I did try the donuts... when I say yum I mean delicious. I had a peach cider donut and a honey glazed donut. Out of the whole the honey glazed was the best. All in all a cut experience and a nice place to chill. I just expected quite a bit more

Gentry's Farm is such a fun fall activity for the kids. We've visited a couple of times as a family…read moreand this year my daughter had a field trip here. All were great experiences. Parking is free in a grassy field. Depending on arrival time it may be a short walk to the entrance. They offer wagons to help get pumpkins to the car at the end. The field trip here exceeded my expectations. It was educational and fun for the kids. The kids arrived and had their sack lunches at the picnic tables. A farm guide led our group to the different areas. I loved that every area started as educational. It was the perfect amount of time to keep the interest of first graders. Then the kids would get to play and burn off energy for 10-15 minutes before the next section. We went on a wagon ride and the kids were able to pick pumpkins from a patch to take home. A highlight for my daughter was watching the cows eat pumpkins. I just loved how the farm structured the field trip. The farm is open to the public on weekends in September and October. Check their Instagram for the specific weekends and times. This is a family/kid centered fall activity. They have animals, mazes, playgrounds, and games spread out across the property. Come in walking shoes and spend a few hours playing with the kids. At the front of the property they have pumpkins of all sizes and colors. The pricing is reasonable on what they offer. A small concession stand offers water, soda, and packaged snacks. The only thing that would make the fall experience here more fun would be some fall foods. Maybe a collaboration or food trucks on site with donuts, coffee, or ciders. Admission is reasonably priced for all of the activities they offer. All activities offered are included in the admission fee. Seniors and kids under a certain age (I believe two years) are free. A trip to Gentry's Farm is a fall must do for our family.

Fun outdoor activities for the infant to maybe 7 year old age group. I had family in town and…read morewanted somewhere to tire out a 2 and 5 year old for at least half a day, and this fit the bill. Nashville has an incredibly low number of toddler friendly half and full day activities, and this is one of the rare ones that is incredibly toddler friendly, but not super far away. There's kind of a weirdly high amount of religious messaging everywhere, which made us kind of uncomfortable but the actual farm was awesome for the kids, so a bit of a double-edged sword. Free parking, free entry for seniors and under 2, and $13 per person for everyone else, so this is also one of the cheaper options in the area for an outing with kids. Located a 10 min drive outside of downtown Franklin, we were impressed by how well curated the 400-acre farm is for kids. There are a selection of caged farm animals (pigs, rabbits, cows, chickens, turkey, and pigeons) for kids to view and you can also see other animals like goats lounging in other fenced areas of the farm, and we even saw a turtle in the pond! There's a 4-acre corn maze for families, and older kids, and a hay bale maze for toddlers that were both quite fun. Theres some educational and fun troughs set up for wheat and corn (almost like a craft playpen of sorts) and some outdoor games scattered throughout the area (go fish, cornhole, tic tac toe boards, etc.). There's a tractor ride (free with your admission) that we really loved which takes you through some scenic spots on the farm where we got to see baby cows and a few historic buildings on the farm, dating back to even the late 1800s. There is a putt putt area we didn't check out, but it's an astounding amount of activities that could easily fill a day. They sell pumpkins for $8, but no options to pick your own here. (The pumpkins they have already picked are extremely picturesque. There are snacks (popcorn, drinks, etc) for purchase but you can also bring your own food (which we did) and there are picnic tables where you can have lunch. One drawback: no real restrooms. There are two areas of porta potties and hand sanitizer everywhere. They are some of the cleaner porta potties I have ever been to, but are still kinda gross to me. Overall, we really liked this spot if you can tolerate the bathroom situation and all the religious stuff everywhere. Open Saturday, Sunday, and Monday (one of the only farms open on a Monday) primarily in September and October. Would do this again with my niece and nephew if they come next fall, but might get repetitive if you've been before recently.

If heaven had alpacas and yoga, it would look exactly like Coleman Valley Alpaca Farm…read more From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by sweeping views, warm-hearted humans, and the softest, sassiest alpacas to ever grace a yoga class. The owner and the entire crew were incredibly kind like "adopt-you-into-the-family" level kind. The alpacas were adorable and surprisingly social, but one stood out: Sadie. Sadie wasn't just an alpaca--she was a vibe. A fashion icon. A spiritual leader. A little too aware of how fabulous she was. Sadie was clearly operating on a higher frequency than the rest of us mere mortals. Also, let's talk about the supporting cast: The horse? Majestic. The two tiny donkeys? Cutest things on four hooves. I nearly left with one in my trunk (kidding... mostly). Everything--from the setting to the animals to the people--was above and beyond. Whether you're into yoga, animals, nature, or just want to meet an alpaca diva named Sadie, go. Just go. Your soul (and your Instagram) will thank you

Feeding the alpacas was so fun! They are so cute! And Doug was so friendly and welcoming.read more

You really need to enjoy old farm and agriculture. We do and liked the museum. If you don't you…read moremight not like it. The bathrooms were very clean however it lacked toilet paper.

Nice way to kill 15 min. Nice employees. Restrooms. Two floors of agricultural artifacts to look at.read more

The corn was picked the morning we pursued, it was cooked the next day, the attendant said it was…read moresilver queen. I hate to differ, it tasted like feed corn. Very disappointed.

I wait for Smiley's to open all winter. It is the best place in Nashville to buy excellent quality…read moreproduce at a very fair price. Highly recommended! I love this place!