Lavender By The Bay in Calverton is a beautiful, family-run lavender farm spanning 17-30+ acres,…read morefilled with vibrant rows of English and French lavender that stretch out like a fragrant purple sea. Established in 2018 as a sister site to their original East Marion location, it has quickly become a must-visit summer destination on Long Island. Why visit? The bloom season is absolutely stunning--French lavender peaks from mid-June to early July, followed by a second English lavender bloom later in the summer. The setting is peaceful and incredibly photogenic, with Adirondack chairs scattered throughout the fields--perfect for golden-hour photo ops. They also have a charming farm stand with handmade lavender products, including soaps, sachets, essential oils, honey from their own hives, and even live bees and chickens that help support the farm's ecosystem. We even found some all-natural dog treats for Luna! As for pet-friendliness, this place is great. Friendly, leashed, and vaccinated dogs are welcome to stroll the grounds. The wide, open paths make it easy to walk with your pup, and there's plenty of space for them to sniff around and enjoy the scenery. The only downside? It's a bit pricey-$16 per person for a 1.5-hour time slot just to walk through the lavender fields. But if you're looking for a relaxing and scenic outing with your dog, it's a unique experience worth considering.

Lavender by the Bay has two locations. After reading reviews for both, we decided to go to the…read moreCalverton location as it is newer, closer to NYC and offers a more expansive, larger field. We came during peak bloom for the French lavenders in mid July. It wasn't crowded at all when we went. Even though it's recommended to buy tickets online, we had no problem buying the tickets at the door. I loved that they have chairs conveniently located in the fields so you can relax and take in the view. We had a lot of fun spending about 1.5 hours here. Please be sure to check their website for the latest bloom update before you make your trip. Also another thing to note is that there are lot of bees (understandably as it is a working farm), but it's something to keep in mind if you are allergic.

Well, thank you to my GPS in having me drive to the wrong destination, I would have never would've…read morefound this spot. I really enjoyed checking out this store. I absolutely loved the lavender store. The woman who was working the counter was very nice and she explained everything very clearly. I highly recommend checking this spot out and supporting local business.

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We visited the lavender fields at East Marion yesterday (in July) while the French Lavender are…read moreblooming! Lovely scenery and vibe, I enjoy breathing in the scent of Lavender, it was so relaxing and calming.

My recent trip last week to Lavender by the Bay was absolutely incredible! Before I even pulled my…read morecar in to park, I was welcome by the aroma of lavender permeating the air. I'll be honest.. I've only experienced the smell of lavender through things like Glade Plug-ins and incense (embarrassing I know), so I was totally blown away by and caught off guard by how much I enjoyed it. The visual of the fields is simply breathtaking. The vibrant purple hues stretch literally as far as my eyes could see. If you're terrified of bees, perhaps sit this one out however even with my fear of bugs, I was somehow in a calm, relaxed state the entire time. One of the highlights was their super charming lavender shop. The shelves were filled with an array of lavender-infused products and if you're anything like me, you'll be tempted to smell and buy each one. I bought a few oils for my mom and a bar of natural honey soap for myself. I'm excited to try it! If you haven't been to Lavender by the Bay just yet, do yourself a favor and escape the hustle and bustle of daily life already by coming here! Use this review as your reminder to add Lavender by the Bay to your summer bucket list.

This farm is 25 acres and has approximately 10,000 lavender plants. It started in 2014. There is a…read moregift shop, trails, a pond, lawn games, and gardens. It is apparently the largest in New England. They even have a fairy garden. It really is picturesque. It was a drive for me but worth it. The farm was beautiful and unlike anything I've ever seen or smelled. The lavender plants were so pretty with bees buzzing everywhere. The gift shop was filled to the brim with local items and many lavender products such as bug spray, soaps, hand sanitizers, etc. We went on the trolley and the driver was very informative about the property. They are also fully solar powered. If you love farms, flowers, and wholesome activities, this is worth the visit.

This was the fourth year my bestie and I have made it here and it's one of our must do summer…read moreactivities every year now because who doesn't want to go and frolic through lavender rows (carefully of course). The giant chess set is fun, and there's tic tac toe you can play with rocks on giant logs. The train is adorable and you can buy a ticket to ride in it, and make sure you go check out the pond, there are fairy villages all around it. We love going into the shop and buying dried lavender and their lavender lemonade, and I have so many of their lip balms now it's not even funny. Definitely a must do right now because it's their peak season.

We came here for the tulip festival and had an amazing time!…read more Prices for the festival are steep ($25 PP on weekends) but we made the most of it. Rows and rows of tulips that are $1 each! If you were able to get the bulbs you could take those home too, which is a nice perk since they are perennials and will come back year after year. Plenty of parking. Tickets are cash or card. They have some goodies to also purchase on your way out. Petting farm for the kiddos (I mean I squealed when I saw the cute pigs too). Live music. Food trucks. The main nursery is open, as well. Lots of plants for sale when we went. And LI Farm Brewery is on premises!

Looking for an expensive underwhelming tourist trap? Want to wait in long lines just to pay to get…read moreinto the place? Excited for the "tulip festival" or really just a half acre of dusty tulips? Want to deal with the entitled instagram idiots trying to get their moneys worth taking cringe pics? The Waterdrinker farm is perfect for you! If you're not looking to spend a stressful expensive day on an otherwise drab farm, literally go anywhere else.its 100% not worth it.

Harbes Family Farm's Barnyard Adventure in Mattituck is an absolute gem for families visiting the…read moreNorth Fork in the fall! I brought my niece and nephew, and we easily had one of the funnest afternoons! The Barnyard Adventure is a paid area ($28.95 per person on weekends), but with eight acres packed full of things to do, it's worth every penny. To put the size in perspective ... it's like exploring six football fields lined up together! The highlights for the kids included getting up close with a variety of farm animals, a trike track, sports zone, and multiple playgrounds, pig races, a musical hayride ... there truly is something for all ages. The atmosphere is lively, especially with those pig races and musical hayride tours. My niece and nephew were totally engaged from start to finish. There are plenty of food stands throughout the property with the classic farm favorites. Apple cider donuts (my personal fav), popcorn, ice cream, and coffee stands for the grown-ups. Speaking of adults, a huge bonus is the vineyard right on the property. I treated myself to a glass of rosé to enjoy while the kids played, which was a nice addition. It does get busy, but the whole setup is well organized that it does not feel too crowded. Barnyard Adventure is one of those rare places that charms both kids and adults, making it a perfect fall or weekend family destination. I can't wait to come back next year for more memories (and donuts) with my niece and nephew!!

Loved this place for kids! I thought it would've been a bit pricey with nothing but honestly we…read morespent nearly 6 hours there. With access to leave and come back, which we loved, we enjoyed hayrides WITH a singalong! Animals, a lot of games, bounce pad and more. Everything was super clean and exactly what you think a farm should be hahahh. The workers were all sweet and kind. We did enjoy a cup of there chocolate chip cookie. Very good. You can bring in picnic food if you wish, but they had hot dogs and basics to purchase as well as a small farm stand in the front. I would highly recommend for families with children of various ages but more geared toward 10 and under. Cant wait to go back again this summer.

I went to a special event yesterday at LWF and it was so much fun! They had amazing vendors, a food…read moretruck, lavender popcorn and lemonade to buy, animals roaming the grounds and a great shop. All of the vendors had a similar "artsy/hippie vibe" which i loved. It felt like an event more for adults than many farms that make them loud and fun for kids. This was kid friendly, but def more zen and upscale. They also had beautiful animals that were friendly and roaming very happily. It was very peaceful. I purchased some amazing lavender candles too. Such a perfect September Saturday!

Beautiful lavender farm off of route 1 in Wakefield. Came for a gong bath/sound healing event and…read moreit was wonderful. They have pick your own lavender and a small farm store. During my visit I saw some ducks, camels and a white peacock. The smell was amazing and the setting was perfect for the event.

This store is absolutely awesome. From the moment you enter you are greeted with a relaxing aroma…read moreof lavender. This store will calm your anxiety almost immediately. The mood is serene and so inviting. They sell everything lavender. Their essential oils are pure and diffuse so nicely. They have pillows, neck pillows, decorations, honey, scones etc... The staff is always super friendly. This is my one stop to meet my all things lavender fix.

I loved this tiny shop! I bought a nice lavender scented scented sachet for my husband that he…read moreplaces inside of his pillow case. It smells nice and has lasted for almost 1 year without the scent going away!

My boyfriend and I stopped here after seeing a "Farm To Table" lunch advertised by a sign outside…read morenear the road. I've always wanted to try a farm to table restaurant! It exceeded my expectations! The menu had something for everyone and had a good variety. We picked shrimp gumbo, butternut squash soup, turkey chili, and cheesesteak. Everything tasted so fresh and delicious. Nothing tasted artificial at all. After we got our food a staff member came out with an orange wedge and suggested adding it to the butternut squash soup. I'm a bit adventurous...I tired it and it was good! There's also a few shops in the old farm. They have local jams, honey, and (right now) fall decor. If you walk toward the back there are some animals. We were told they love attention and it wasn't a lie! We pet some after lunch. Definitely a great place! We know the menu will be different but we would be back again for lunch!

The Quick: beautiful farm with a variety of gifts, food, and local treasures. I do a great job…read moredecorating for the season, and is worth stopping by The Details: we love stopping by this farm for christmas, but they have food and goodies available all year round. I definitely recommend stopping in

The most dreamiest place to go wildflower or lavender picking. Hang out or pack a picnic and get…read moreready to be in the most relaxing space. Came here for lavender picking by the bucket and we had such an incredible time relaxing, walking around the fields, taking photos and hearing the music of the bees as we walked through the fields. If you stop for a moment, you hear their little choir in perfect synchrony. Came here during the week and it was very quiet and not too many people were around so it was perfect. Absolutely obsessed with the lavender lemonade and all the lavender products. The best part about this place is that there's no fee to walk around or hang around the fields. You pay for what you pick and they have different sizing options. Lavender is only seasonal of course but you can find out what they have in season of pick the beautiful wildflowers if they're around. To be honest just coming out here to relax is an experience itself. They have continuous different types of workshops available done right at the open area (it has a cover so in case it's too hot or it rains you're good!). Make sure to check out what classes and things they have going on on their ig or on their website. Bottom line, gorgeous space, dreamy vibes and incredible owners.

This is my 2nd time coming this Lavenwood lavender & Sunflower farm. I absolutely love coming…read morehere. It is very peaceful and the smell of the lavender smells amazing. My husband and I came here for the 1st time to do a yoga class with Lily and we both had such a great time. It was a hot sunny evening but to smell the lavender , hear the bees buzzing and to feel the breeze it was the perfect night. The 2nd time I cam here was with my family we decided to pick Sunflower . I thought they field would had been bigger but that's okay we all enjoyed it and it was a great time. What I most love about this location is there is no entrance fee . Definitely check out Lavenwood I highly recommend it.