First time here, and sadly it didn't make a great impression. We've cut our tree in Vermont for…read moreyears, tried this farm for convenience, and immediately realized it wasn't going to be the same experience. The greeting was pretty much a list of warnings and rules, not a "welcome" or "thanks for trying us." We brought a gas chainsaw, which wasn't mentioned in the posted policies, but were stopped and told they only allow electric saws because "less liability." (It's still a chainsaw cutting a small trunk... but okay.) The conversation had a bit of attitude on both sides, not going to lie. We used the hand saws they provide, wandered the field with zero guidance, and most trees were under 6 ft with big gaps. Not worth $75 just to check a box and call it a tree. When we came back to look at precuts, we overheard staff talking about us -- not exactly the holiday spirit. We made sure they knew we heard them, wished them a Merry Christmas, and headed out. Overall: Not friendly, not organized, trees weren't great, and the experience wasn't worth the price. Lesson learned: sometimes the place you've gone for years is worth the extra drive.

this is an excellent family business! It is a multiple generation family business that has served…read morethe capital region with distinction. Their Christmas trees and flowers are of the highest quality and have been given the utmost care. They are outstanding!

First of all, best trees hand down not just in the area, I'm talking best trees PERIOD! And the…read moreservice and people, even better (if possible!). The service and selection is great, all types and sizes of trees and a great little gift shop for all your ornament and seasonal gift and nicknack needs and wants. Great options and fun events for the kids and warm cider for your inner childhood holiday pièce de résistance! The prices and value is silly good compared to all the other "tree farms", don't even bother with the other places, make this your family tradition like we do! See you there!

This is a yearly family tradition and the farm has so much to offer besides Christmas trees. The…read moreday is spent not only picking a tree but enjoying horse drawn carriage rides, meeting Santa, food, and crafts. What's not to love?

Nice enough trees but the owner is bossy and impatient. They need some happy Christmas spirit. Also…read morenot very family eventful. Most tree farms offer hot cider or cookies or candy canes. They've got nothing to offer here. They also don't help you lop the base branches or tie the tree to the roof of your car. I won't support this business again.

Since 1967, Bailey's has given each customer a good, old-fashioned Griswold family Christmas…read moreexperience. Actually, the experience is even better! For a flat rate of $45, they will provide you with a saw and you can choose to cut down any tree on the lot. They have Fraser, Balsam, Norway, Blue, Concolor, and Canaan. Oh, my! Once you chop down your prize, you can drag it back to base Griswold style or Bailey's friendly staff will throw it on a cart and drive it back for you. Back at camp they will shake it and wrap it, then you are on your way. After years of lame store bought threes the week before Christmas, it was time to enter the wild and start a new family tradition. Bailey's is worth the trip from anywhere in the Capital Region and Southern Vermont.

Best tree ever--it lasted through Jan 6 and was still fresh. Lovely people, great service.read more

Stumbled upon this place for our Christmas tree and so glad we did!…read more Everyone was so friendly. Tyler helped us with our tree and was great. We have a far drive so he made sure to double up tying our tree on the roof of our car. It wasn't too crowded or overwhelming like some of the other places. Everyone was wearing masks, too. Highly recommend coming here for a tree if you are anywhere near in the area.

A quintessential country Christmas tree farm experience! From the moment you cross the small bridge…read moreover the Landsmankill stream and park next to the century-old red barn, the smell of wood smoke and the sight of friendly faces greet you. Staff and guests are often roasting chestnuts (on the open fire, of course) and the crew there is eager to help you select the perfect tree for your home. They have a great selection of cut-your-own Christmas trees in the back plot, and plenty of pre-cut trees right up front to choose from. Similar or better prices to everywhere else in the area, but in a class of its own for experience. Bring a camera, pour yourself a cup of hot cider, sit by the fire, chat with the staff and guests, and take in the whole experience. I'm a fan! Even if you already have your own artificial tree, stop by and hang out for some extra Christmas cheer. The barn stocked with antiques (not for sale) and decorated with fresh cut garland, fresh Christmas wreaths and kissing balls (the latter two ARE for sale), is worth the trip alone. Definitely on the list of "things to do when visiting Rhinebeck" this holiday season. Past years, they've had dog sleds to help pull your tree, live music and other fun events at the farm from Thanksgiving weekend through Christmas eve. While not as close as everything else in the village, Saltsmans Christmas tree farm is walkable from the shops and restaurants at the center of town. I grew up going here and we used to walk through the woods between our home and the tree farm to cut our own tree at Tremp's.

Gorgeous tree farm with the nicest people! There's hot cider, roast marshmallows, wreaths, and the…read moreloveliest trees to cut or pre-cut. Kids loved it (husband loved it even more) We will definitely be back next year!

Sixth year now. Beautiful location. Efficient operation. Terrific trees. This year's (2025) has…read morebeen up since December 2, it's January 4 and it is barely shedding a needle. Best tree ever! You might balk at the price ($75) but you get what you pay for. Worth it.

So I'm usually pretty frugal when it comes to my Christmas Tree. I've been going to the same place…read morefor years and paying $25 for the tree but this year the picking were pretty slim so we took a ride over to Vermont and stopped at Pleasant Valley. All of the trees under 11' were $50 and they were all beautifully shaped. We ended up with an incredibly fragrant Balsam fir. We cut it down and they stopped and picked it up from us with a cart, no dragging the tree through the mud to the car. And an added plus, they wrap the tree so it's easy to get in the car and bring it home. We also picked up some incredibly well priced maple syrup from the farm down the road.

We've been using Troy's Landscape Supply in Cohoes for years for their spectacular variety and…read moreknowledgeable staff. Prices are reasonable, especially when you consider the high quality of the plants that are more reasonable that other locations in the area and the extensive supply of hard to find variety. Their rockstar of a resource is Pierce- a brilliant, pleasant, patient, and hard working gentleman- who will go all out to make sure you have a great experience. He will help you source a particular plant if he can find it in the many fantastic stock nurseries where they obtain their plants and trees, and follow it along to let you know when it has arrived. If you have a gardening project you know there are many places where you feel like just another number but you don't feel that way with Pierce. Troy's and their customers are lucky to have him there streamlining the process from dream to reality. Thank you Pierce and thank you Troy's.

We selected a nice tree (and tagged it) but received a very inferior tree. They wouldn't respond to…read morecommunication, didn't apologize, offer to replace it or at least give a discount.

I thought I was done with maple weekend 2026. I had five maples on Saturday alone! But my wonderful…read morepassenger pointed out, as I headed south through Massachusetts - "oh, I think that's another maple event?" "Where?" So I looked around and saw the cars parked behind me. U-turn. Pack into the gravel lot. And... go pet the cows. Yup, this is truly a farm. The barn smells like animals and you can pet the goats. All the staff is friendly and there to explain maple, farming, whatever you'd like. For maple weekend? Excellent. We went into the Calf-a (sound that out) and there was a fairly long waitlist, but passed the time in the maple steam room with free samples! and perhaps the most interesting samples of all. Maple mustard. Various maple dips. And while they were not cheap, the staff did work together to get me some Grade B maple, which is so hard to find nowadays. It's now in my fridge. Once our names were called, we found a great variety on the menu for a very reasonable price. I got two pecan pancakes, fresh made, and my lady got one maple cranberry, made with the cranberries that were used to infuse the cranberry maple syrup. Our table got an entire pitcher of maple to pour as we pleased - yes, I do please. I took a pair of maple donuts to go, and they do not taste like cider donuts. The maple stands out. Fresh made and soft. I know maple is March, but this farm seems like a winner any time of the year you're passing by.

Hidden gem! What a fun, educational, and generally wonderful experience. I would say this is…read moreappropriate for kids aged 0 to probably tween. The property is huge and beautiful, with lots of games and animals to feed and discover. The playground is huge and actually a few different playgrounds. Admission is a little steep, but well worth it given you can spend hours here and also support a small, local business.

Amazing experience! Such generous hospitality! Sarah made this visit one to remember! We're so glad…read morewe stopped in!

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.