I have never taken the time to truly be in the moment and really chill when in California and see…read morebeyond the obvious gorgeous beaches, sunsets and sights. This 8 day leisurely drive to and from SF was beautiful and stopping at will and experiencing this farm in San Luis Obispo was so peaceful and fun. Open fields for acres, a beautiful calm in the air, no loud noise and no horns or city sounds, beautiful flowers in every color that greet you and make you smile; apples and then more gorgeous and delicious apples that you leisurely pick and place in the basket that fills up fast. A wonderful and warm Manager Olivia who lives in the area and loves what she does. A lovely store with Halloween Knick knacks and jars of honey and other delicious items. A nice area for kids to play. We loved the SLO Creek Farms just off the 101 in San Luis Obispo.

One of our favorite places to come as a family! We have been visiting every year for almost 5 years…read morefor their apple picking in the fall! The service is always so sweet and inviting! The snacks are fun and we love taking pictures in the fields!

Such a fun spot! You can feed and pet barn animals like goats, chickens, cows, and sheep, which…read moremakes it a great stop if you're into that. I grew up on a small farm in agricultural area, so I'm not as interested as my friends were. Hearing the cows say moo and sheep say baa made me chuckle a bit. The shop is worth browsing because they have lots of gifts, fresh produce, jams, sauces, honey, and baked goods. The pies looked especially good, but regretfully we didn't get one. Everything is well organized, so it's easy to find what you want without feeling overwhelmed. Staff were friendly and helpful, which made the visit even better. Definitely a nice place to stop by if you're in the area!

A must stop if you're in the area. Great for families to stretch their legs on a road trip…read more There's an outdoor "Zoo" to visit the animals. If you're hungry you can grab a roasted ear of corn. There are many treats to grab and go. Jams, pies, fresh produce all in a charming environment. My only disappointment is there aren't any savory items to grab and go, which seems like a missed revenue opportunity. I was hoping to grab a sandwich cold or to go salad. If there was a small space dedicated for the customer looking for a quick healthy meal to go, I think it would be a welcome addition to an already wonderful spot.

Great fun for the whole family. Probably not ideal for…read morepeople in wheelchairs A lot of different fun for smaller children including play area with swings and corn dive, bounce pad and more. The corn maze design changes by year so come out and try not to get lost. They is a bingo game you get a scratcher card to win a raffle. Will post more photos

lots of activities, the cost wasn't too expensive at all, it was totally worth it. They had every…read morepumpkin I could think of and then some, and also sold some food and drinks. The people were very nice, and Shawn was very generous and gave us a free Mashed Potato Squash. He gave us a full recipe and everything. It was a great time!

I stumbled across Jack Creek Farms while driving from Paso Robles to Cambria, and I am so glad I…read morestopped. It's a family owned gift shop and farm, and it is truly so charming. When I visited in October they had tons of pumpkins and fall items on display. Inside of the shop they have an assortment of honeys, and even offer honey tastings! They had many unique culinary items like flavored salts, spices, olive oils, etc. And they also had some beautiful chocolate truffles. I left with gifts for many of my loved ones and also some for myself. I wish I lived closer to this shop! I'd be in all of the time.

I have visited this place a couple times now with friends and family and there's always something…read morefun there to do or pick up as a gift. We pick apples there. It's a fun experience and we usually make a whole bunch of pies for the holidays. They have some animals for the kids to visit and learn about. They also have some very nice yard art which when it's on sale - is an amazing buy. I bought two decorative yard windmills and they both look great. And they have some amazing sauces and other sundry items in there - I particularly like the barbecue sauces. They are definitely worth checking out a couple times a year no matter what.

We didn't know this place was there till I spot it off the freeway and decide to look it up on my…read moreApple map .When we got there it was pretty with the market had a selfie spot right in front of the store.So many nice displays of there product .Everything in the store was just stunning.We walked outside, there was restaurants, and stores. There's also a brewery which we didn't check out and the back area has child and adult play area plus petting zoo which you could do lots of photo ops.Parking is was okay it but you have to stop there soon while your visiting the coast.

Vacation Spot - Sort Of - Inside SLO…read more.... My wife and I visited SLO Ranch when it first opened in 2023 and found an interesting mix of shops, but not many customers. We returned during the week between Christmas and New Year's 2025 to discover the buildings and tenants were changed, but the overall impression was very good. Pros: - The mini farm: There are several corrals each with shelters, food troughs and water sources. Everything is well maintained. Two have a total of about 10 goats and one has 2 alpacas and 2 donkeys. It's not quite a petting zoo because you can't go into the corrals, but they can be fed through the fencing with food bought in a shop. They all seemed quite content. - The shops: SLO Ranch is not big, but it does have a nice selection of stores and restaurants. Everything was bright and fresh with friendly employees. - Specialty Food Shops: We walked into cheese and chocolate shops which were very appealing, great looking and reasonably priced. - Ambiance: Welcoming. There are lots of places to sit outside and enjoy the scenery. Cons: - Restaurants: The quality might be good, but the variety is small. We saw a brewery, pizza place, Persian food, bakery (open only Friday-Sunday) and shops with biscuits and ice cream. The best looking place might be Lucy's Coffee which has a fairly big menu and lots of customers. - Parking: Okay on slow days, but the overflow must use a dirt lot. We didn't see a ton of people, but cars were already filling the lot. For us, the biggest draws were the animals, inviting shops and nice atmosphere.

Finding this space was happenstance as I received a gift certificate to shop here. Wanting fresh…read moreberries to top our chia pudding, my cronies and I ventured out to the fruitful farm stand on an early Friday afternoon before I had a train to catch outta town. . We walked the strawberry field and picked our own baskets, then we shopped all the fruit inside. They even offer larger wicker baskets for holding your items. They were busy, but still attentive and efficient. . For all four of us, all of our totals were $30 or less. This will definitely be a regular produce spot now that I've found them! If you're tired of being gouged by grocery store prices, check out these local farmstands you will not be disappointed!

Delicious fresh vegetables that need to be cleaned- how lucky re we? I really appreciate the…read morerecipes too.

One of the most beautiful spots on the Central Coast, Tar Creek Ranch is a perfect venue for…read moreweddings and special events. I have been fortunate enough to have visited the ranch on a number of occasions and am always blown away. I don't think I have ever pulled onto the property without seeing deer in the field behind the barn. With Holly at the helm, guests can rest assured that their day will be everything they hoped for. With amenities that include a gorgeous guest house, tented banquet area, stunning, historical barn, full bar access, outdoor ceremony area, and more, Tar Creek is an exceptional venue choice. If the Central Coast is the location you've chosen for your destination wedding or event, I highly recommend you book a tour of this stunning property.

My (now) wife and I just got married here over the weekend. Coming from LA, we weren't very…read morefamiliar with the area, but now the central coast and AG hold a special place in our heart. Matthew the owner and Holly the venue manager are so easy to work with. We told them what we were looking for in a venue and they checked all our boxes. We absolutely love the property and our guests were so impressed wondering how we even found the place. The propane fire pits are large and fully inflamed at night, perfect for our elderly family members that get cold easily. The two-way bar is so much fun and keeps your cocktail hour and reception so concise. Our bartender said it's one of their favorite bars to work at. The inside of the barn is absolutely stunning and we love having the option to do the reception dinner inside or outside. The ranch house was the perfect compliment for the rehearsal dinner, and getting ready the day of. Having the entire grounds for the wedding weekend is such a luxury. Everything is modern and elegant while maintaining the relaxing rustic ranch vibe we were going for. As we were leaving the property two days after getting married, I was getting emotional as I realized how much I'll miss this place. The only thing I regret is not exploring the property more as there is a lot of surrounding wilderness to enjoy. Fortunately you can rent the ranch house on Airbnb, which I can't wait to do for future anniversaries.

I wasn't sure what to expect as it wasn't clear online. It looks like it's a small self-serve…read moreanimal feeding farm. For a $2 per basket donation, you can help yourself inside and feed, pet and see some goats, a tortoise, a pig, chickens and a miniature horse. My two year old enjoyed it!

Super cute place, they were very accommodating ! They went above and beyond to help us! The mule is…read moreso fun as well!

My sister and I stopped by today and were blown away by the selection of pots, animals, and other…read moredecor. If you can't find the Talavera pot you're looking for there, it doesn't exist! Everything you could possibly want for home or garden. The owner was nice and very helpful. We'll be back!

Great selection of pottery. Super friendly business. The son was about 13 helped me out and carried…read moreto my car. It is like being in Mexico. Super fun.