Recently attended a wedding and it was magical! From the long roadway littered with horses to the…read morebeautiful barn where western met modern. The staff were highly attentive to the bride, groom and guests! I observed their enthusiasm and respect for all and how they treated individuals - and then personally thanked them for their hard work. The food was delicious. There's really nothing negative that could be written of this place!

For a venue to only be open 3 months of the year (all during the summer) and not have any air…read moreconditioning is like playing Russian roulette. The event I was at lost. I Was there in August with 90+ degrees outside and no AC in the event space. The only space with AC was the porto-john trailor off the side porch. Yes, an event space with no attached bathrooms. Décor - shabby chic - with the emphasis on shabby. All little paint goes a long way. I looked at the photos online, and they space I was in looked nothing like them. Online this looked liked an elegant wedding venue. Maybe the bride opted for the bare bones decor package ?? But food wise, the buffet served the smallest portions I have ever seen. There was chicken, beef and salmon, and the pieces were, maybe 2oz. each - maybe 2 bites. The woman in line in front of me asked for just salmon as she did not eat meat. She was told no - she had to wait until every one was served and she could get more if there was any left. (I didn't think quick enough to offer her mine.) They told me the same thing for the steamed veggies. Unlimited salad, rolls and mashed potatoes, though. The cocktail hour had wonderful butlered options. But the crudités were sitting out on tables, in 90+ degree heat, with no ice or chilling. (The cheese pieces were slimy) I really wanted to like this place, but I would hesitate to return, especially in the summer. Maybe the bulk of the issues were the results the wedding party's requests?

Peterson farm was GREAT today! The apple trees are beautiful and look untouched. It's a manageable…read morewalk to the apple trees and accessible with a stroller/wagon. No entry fee , you just pay for what you get ! No hayride or corn maze attractions, just a really great family farm! Through out the year they have different pick your own options but right now the apples are great!! Not overwhelming for young kids - $2.40 a pound for apples and we had fun ! Staff was very friendly and welcoming , grounds are very well kept and we will be back again soon ! They also do Christmas trees in the winter !

Absolutely love going to Petersons Farm to pick strawberries. Have been going there for years and…read morealways pleasant friendly people that work there which I believe are the Family. Great price also. Strawberry picking should be starting next week

My goodness what a beautiful space! We just used this for a work retreat and I couldn't have been…read moremore pleased. The light, the airiness, the beauty of the kitchen and restroom facilities - it exceeded all expectations. Our retreat covered some heavy topics so it was great that attendees could take their breaks outside and pet the mini donkeys. I'm trying to find a reason to go back - maybe I'll renew my vows lmao.

The Barn at Gravity Hill is the most beautiful venue for a wedding. Our son was married there in…read moreOctober. The view across the horse pasture was full of fall color (and horses). The bridal party was able to stay together in the Barn for the weekend. The owners and managers were kind and helpful. It was the most amazing wedding at the Barn at Gravity Hill!

We just had the most awesome evening sitting at the bar with the most pleasant personable bartender…read moreEan . She could not have been better. We will definitely be back. We have been here before but she made this experience so much better .

There's alway one in all the 5 s. Sadly it's me this time…read more *The atmosphere gets 5 stars- cozy old charm. *The staff gets 5 stars- knowledgeable, attentive, friendly. *The oysters get 5 stars- small, briny, perfectly shucked. *Endive salad and rolls, yummy. *The main courses and desert sunk the ship for us at a clear 3 star. AND WE WANTD THIS PLACE TO BE AMAZING. 1- Salmon dry 2-Saffron rice tasteless 3-Filet Mignon was... weird. Stringy and loose like a brisket? Bordelaise sauce bland. 4- Grilled asparagus, dry and tough. 5. Crème Brûlée... a runny cream. Lacked that custard texture. Actually watery. 6. Carrot cake was also a meh. Granted I've been a New Yorker 2x. But if you're even a little bit better than average out in the world beyond NYC, I will tell the world! I want everyone to be a 5 star restaurant and I judge low ratings more often than not. One more note. Don't ever put a makers mark sour and a gigantic water glass. It tells the patron a lot. A small glass with egg white speaks volumes. 3 stars @250.00+ tip. We felt deeply disappointed. Go team Pheasant... be remarkable, not almost "good". We will try you again in the Fall and are hopeful for a better outcome.

Hunterdon Land Trust Farmer's Market is a small farmer's market located on Dvoor Farm in Raritan…read moreTownship. The market provides shoppers with the opportunity to browse locally grown produce, plants, honey, breads, soap, cheese, baked goods, and crafts (hand-knitted items from alpaca wool and beautifully hand made wood desks, bird houses, etc.) They feature live music and a variety of seminars each week, so check the rotating schedule on the market's website: http://hunterdonlandtrust.org/farmers-market/ I visited this farmer's market primarily to buy plants from the Toadshade Farm kiosk, which did not disappoint. There is an emphasis on locally grown plants and the man who sold them to me took time and care to explain each plant to me - where it should go in the garden, the care required, how it was cultivated, etc. Many of the food vendors also had samples to try. The cheese vendors were wonderful. The breads were also VERY creative (duck fat focaccia... sign me up!) Although some vendors took credit cards, others were cash/check only so I would recommend that you bring some cash with you and smaller bills. For those of us who are in northern NJ, it is an easier ride now that the summer is over. It is also a pretty ride and worth supporting our local growers.

Overall excellent vendors . A little more variety of local farmers would be great . Very happy with…read morethe offerings particularly vegetables . There is also a excellent knife sharpener here that brought back all my dull knives !

This B&B was one of the sweetest places we've had the pleasure of staying at. The host Kendall was…read moreso welcoming and wonderful during our stay. We were given a tour after entering and shown to our room. The space was beautiful and cozy. Our room was beautiful and the Inn had champagne waiting for us chilled for my birthday. The bed was super comfy and the tvs had streaming ability. Our bathroom was spacious and had everything we needed. Breakfast the next morning was delicious and the freshly made cappuccino made it extra special. We had such a wonderful stay and will absolutely be back. Thank you for the hospitality!

We had our wedding at the Inn at Fox Briar Farm a few weeks ago - and it was absolutely perfect and…read moremagical. The venue is so beautiful - with stonework, greenery, and a rustic elegance that encapsulates the feeling and the vibe of the area. As soon as I stepped onto the property, I knew this place was the one for us. Plus it is family-run, making it warm and welcoming. Every detail in their renovations and planning has been carefully thought out. We were able to have our welcome reception, wedding, and farewell brunch all at Fox Briar - which made logistics easy, and a handful of our closest family and friends at the Inn for the weekend. Donna made the planning process easy and kept everything running smoothly the day of. Kendall is an incredible innkeeper and made everyone feel welcome and cared for - and her baked goods are to die for! The Inn itself is super clean and comfortable - all the rooms are beautiful but the bridal suite in particular is gorgeous and truly special. It was a perfect set-up for our family and friends in every way, and we could not have asked for more. We cannot say enough good things about Fox Briar - thanks to Donna, Kendall, and Jeff for helping make our wedding such a beautiful dream! We can't wait to come back and visit for a stay at the Inn - maybe for our anniversary!

Today we had The Pirate Cupcake visit is at home during social distancing. It was my sons birthday…read moreand I wanted something special that he'd remember outside of "Covid" on his 9th Birthday! She didn't disappoint. The delightful delivery paired with the fun flavors made today's visit the perfect surprise on a birthday but these two ways would be good for any day!

Great place! Have to give them 5 Stars. No place like it around here to compare to. Great service,…read moreawesome texture and flavor cupcakes. They have a website for custom ordering, and they also have a food truck to cater for events!!! Only came here once and it left an impression. Deffinitely recommend for partys and a guilty pleasure if you wanna cheat on your diets!

As a wedding and event planner I'm always looking for a unique and beautiful venues. Durham…read moreSprings checked all my boxes and more! Owners, Dan and Ian, have taken this dated property and transformed it into my absolute go-to for events, especially weddings. The grounds are lovely with ponds, swaying grasses and rolling hills. I absolutely love the flexibility of the ballroom. Beautiful views, flexible lighting, high ceilings, tons of natural light, neutral floors, walls and chairs make decor a joy. You can create any vibe you want in this space with ease. Dan was lovely to work with and exceedingly patient in providing many changes in floorpan due to the never ending Covid issues. He was also genuinely excited for my bride and groom and took joy in seeing their vision come to light. Many other venues are quick to tell you all the things you cannot do. Dan made sure that our requests came to life, and then some! His creativity was much appreciated. The food was delicious and served in a lovely, imaginative manner. William, staff captain, kept the wait staff running efficiently throughout the evening and Melissa, Durham's on-site event coordinator was responsive throughout, taking special care of several specific needs that we had for the day. Needless to say, my bride and groom were thrilled with choosing Durham Springs for their VERY SPECIAL day!

Update after reading reply from Dan below…read more Now it's personal especially you had to look up my last name. Lol. We never finished the birthday dessert, nor the chocolate mousse. And we never threatened to leave a negative review, we also could've never tipped more than 20% (more then the salad and dessert you deducted from our bill - what can I say, we liked the waiter) and walked away while still leaving a negative yet honest and fair review. The list goes on, regardless, this is my first time seeing an experienced business owner come at a customer so passive aggressively. On top of that you ruined Kintnersville as a town which we actually enjoyed for a getaway. Everything further confirms my comments about the experience and personality of the owner. I truly feel bad for anybody who works for him. Everybody else seems genuinely nice and hardworking. Background: the restaurant had a waiter walk out on them without advanced notice (which later was used a number of times as an explanation for what happened). Summary: beautiful setting and design. safe menu, nothing special, fixed menu not worth the price. We got to our designated table at 7:51pm. First incident - Our chairs were very dusty and dirty, and the hostess only came to wipe them down for us after I went downstairs to notify her (the waiters had been too busy to notice me standing for 7 minutes). The hostess upon cleaning the chairs mentioned that the stains were not dirt stains, but the were stains none-the-less and any restaurant should not have such stained chairs out for customers. Now the wait begins - We got seated at 8pm but didn't get our orders taken until around 8:10pm. Before our appetizer,we were brought two pieces of cold flatbread because of the wait time (pictured, no flavor). Appetizers (a caesar salad and ahi tuna poke mind you) were brought to the table at 8:48pm, almost 40 minutes later. The timing was actually so poor that the hostess came around after our appetizers were cleared from the table and asked us would we like our bill because it had already been that long (we then told her that we hadn't even received our entrees yet, lol). Entree came around 9:12pm (not bad). My friend had burger and fries, edible, nothing extraordinary, fries were at least crispy, no seasoning, below average. Dessert was the best part of it, still only about average. The free birthday dessert was really disappointing and we had it taken back from our table lol. Here's the fun part: Our waiter came to check on us and we decided to voice the concern with the management as we understand this is not the waiter's issue with the waiting and food. Manager/hostess as well as the owner Dan came over. We were trying to be understandable and nice while voicing that the wait was way too long and if they can remove an item (appetizer or dessert) from the bill. The owner first and foremost straight forwardly said no, we don't do that (it took about 10 minutes of expressing our dissatisfaction for them to agree). The attitude really didn't leave a good taste in my mouth, that led me to bring up the taste of the food is just mediocre, maybe because I live in NY that I have high standards. The owner made two comments: I had plenty experience in nyc, our chef worked at restaurants like four seasons (what does that even mean if the food is still mediocre). My friend got upset and didn't even want to have the conversation as to why we were dissatisfied with our experience on his birthday. It would have been wrong for him not to tip because it wasn't the waiters fault. So finally, they took the salad and dessert off our bill and we tipped the waiter a bit over 20% for their hard work that day. The establishment is beautiful, the waiting team tried their best, the management especially the owner has serious issues to fix, which aligns with his previous ventures as well after a little bit of digging around. We won't be back and do not recommend this place for their food, or experience as. Maybe just go take a seat at the lawn and enjoy the greens around it.