Top Things to do in New England
Top Hotels in New England
- 1. The Verb Hotel
- 2. The Godfrey Hotel Boston
- 3. Seaport Hotel
- 4. Hampton Inn Boston Seaport District
- 5. Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Seaport District
- 6. The Glen House
- 7. Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport District
- 8. The Revolution Hotel
- 9. Southbridge Hotel And Conference Center
- 10. Gorges Grant Hotel
Top 10 Farms in New England, New England
Discover the best top things to do in New England, New England including Robb Family Farm, Alderbrook Farm, Healing With Horses at Wildrose Horse Farm, North Meadow Farm, Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home, Billings Farm & Museum, Shelburne Farms, Sugarbush Farm, Hancock Shaker Village, Newport Vineyards.
Restaurants in New England
1. Robb Family Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 47 reviews
A 350-acre farm - the barn and country store are open to the public.
Reviewed By VT_Travelerx2 - Brattleboro, United States
I stopped by the Robb Family Farm Country Store to purchase maple candies and syrup. Their candies were fresh and made right there. There were also many local foods and other gifts. The family is friendly. It is definitely worth a visit!
2. Alderbrook Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By josephi665 - Westport, United States
Over the years, Alderbrook Farm at Russells Mills in Dartmouth has provided a forum for farmers and historians that speaks to the past and charts a new future for farming on the South Coast. Allen and Nancy Manley and family did this quietly, without fanfare, and by example. They provided an exemplary farm operation that familiarizes visitors with a hands-on farming experience. They brought joy to thousands of families and instilled happy childhood memories for the young at heart. The place was always well tended and the farm animals were loved and well cared for. I recall Allen walking the gentlest oxen on a rope leash to a backfield, the rooster crowing on the back of a gray donkey, the territorial goose, the horse, who loved apples, the sheep, the goats, and the peacock spreading his fan and calling out pea haw! The barnyard at Alderbrook Farm is an iconic reminder of how family farms operated in New England for hundreds of years. Farming was celebrated at Alderbrook Farm through the seasons. From the sowing of the seed in spring, to the harvests of early peas, and summer bounty of sun ripened tomatoes and summer squash, to the autumn Macomber turnips, pumpkins, and Hubbard squash, and Christmas trees and wreaths celebrating winter. Lets not forget about the sea of dahlias rising like cheerleaders’ brightly colored pompoms from the well-tended soils. Here was Nancy, her cheeks pink with the sun, with a smile on her face and Allen stoically by her side managing the farm operations at Alderbrook Farm. The farm fields at Alderbrook Farm grew the most delicious vegetables, which were sold in the farm store. Here Nancy and staff provided friendly oversight and mentoring. Local farmers brought just picked vegetables of every shape and color, raspberries still warm from the summer sun, cheeses from local dairies, healthy breads and baked goods, honey from local hives, and Dartmouth Grange Kitchen jams, jellies, salsa, and cereals. Over the years, the Manley family have overseen and revitalized the Dartmouth Grange to be a venue for farmers to socialize, trade notes, and create community through hard work and good works. That Alderbrook Farm is closing in its current iteration is news sadly received. Times change, we get older, and farm regulations, costs, and paperwork become more onerous. However, the memory of Alderbrook Farm and the big-hearted Manley family will never fade. Thank you Allen, Nancy, Sam, and family for all you have done for the greater good.
3. Healing With Horses at Wildrose Horse Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
4. North Meadow Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 79 reviews
We are a small dairy farm and cheese making facility. We sell farmhouse cheese and local humanely raised meats and raw milk. We give tours of the farm and our progress and answer questions about farm to table. Our goal/mission is to educate our community and guests about a small farm life.
Reviewed By spage36 - Dorset, United States
What a fantastic farm settled into the hills of Manchester. The owners couldn’t be nicer and take care of the animals that range from massive 800 lb pigs (we like Pierre the Pig the best) to calfs, goats and sheep and others. They let our little ones pick up the animals, collect eggs and do just about as much as we pleased in terms of farm help! It is a smaller family run organization where tours are personable and you can wander into their shop full of both their eggs, meats and cheese. There is also loads of breads, honey, sauces and other food products that we’ve seen sold at the weekly farmers markets in town so it’s been a nice tip of the cap to some of the local businesses. In the summertime, the fresh vegetable garden is a source of big envy for us as aspiring gardeners.
5. Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,359 reviews
Historic home of Robert Lincoln, only child of President and Mary Todd Lincoln to survive to adulthood. The estate has beautiful gardens, restored 1903 wooden Pullman palace car, goat farm and cheesemaking facility, 12+ miles of walking trails, teaching greenhouse and cross-country skiing in winter.
Reviewed By aschwartz10100 - Brooklyn, United States
After visiting Manchester dozens of times, we finally went to HIldene and can't believe we didn't go before. The entrance fee seemed pretty high, but surely that is needed to support the maintenance and operation. You could spend much of a day touring the historic house and restored Pullman car (with great docents to give insight into what you're seeing), visiting the goats and farm, and hiking or skiing the trails.
6. Billings Farm & Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 699 reviews
An award-winning outdoor history museum and fully-operating dairy farm, combining a herd of Jersey cows, draft horses, and other animals with educational exhibits, daily interactive programs, and a yearlong calendar of fun, family-friendly events. See our website for Covid-19 safety standards. Hours and attractions are subject to change, see website for up to date information.
Reviewed By martharZ302TN - White River Junction, United States
We spent a lovely post-Christmas day here. The sun was out, we walked the barns full of cows, sheep, goats, and chickens, and enjoyed a self-tour of the holiday-decorated homestead. We also took a horse-drawn wagon ride through the property, under blanketed warmth provided by the farm, and then indulged in some to-die-for maple fudge from the lovely little gift shop. Great place, great people... a must visit if you happen to find yourself anywhere in Vermont....
7. Shelburne Farms
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 630 reviews
A nonprofit organization educating for sustainability. Its campus is a 1,400-acre working farm, forest, and National Historic Landmark. Year-round walking trails and programs; seasonal inn, property tours, and children's farmyard (mid-May to mid-October)
Reviewed By vagaruy - San Diego, United States
Visited the farms based on the reviews everywhere on the internet and wasn’t disappointed ! The property is huge and offers miles of trails where you can either interact with animals , watch maple trees tapped or marvel at the beautiful inn and the barn . I must say I think the farm offers the best view of the lake . Be prepared to spend at least three hours when visiting to truly enjoy the views offered by the farm .
8. Sugarbush Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 950 reviews
Visit a working Vermont farm and sample 15 kinds of cheese and the four different grades of Pure Vermont Maple Syrup. Open every day with free self tours of the maple sugar house with a video of have sap is boiled into syrup in the early spring. Maple walk in the woods to see how trees are tapped. Located 5 miles from historic Woodstock on a scenic town maintained gravel road. No reservation needed but best to call for road conditions during winter storms and early spring thaw. Picnic area, kids play area, and farm animals during the warmer months.
Reviewed By howelle11 - Boston, United States
My bf and I spontaneously Decided to do a last minute get away trip to Vermont and our first pit stop was Sugarbush farms. The staff were very friendly and kind. Lori (or Lauri?) was more than willing to cut up some cheese for us and provide some background information which we greatly appreciated. The grounds were beautiful even during a stormy day. The gift shop attendants were very helpful and kind. The maple walk was beautiful and we enjoy a nice stroll even though it was a bit cloudy and rainy. We left with lots of cheese and maple syrup and no regrets!
9. Hancock Shaker Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 740 reviews
Hancock Shaker Village is a living history museum committed to bringing the Shaker story to life and preserving it for future generations. Called the "City of Peace" by the Shakers who lived here for 179 years until 1960, this community was the third of 19 major Shaker Villages located in New York, New England, Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana. There are 20 historic buildings on this site. The values that the Shakers embraced -- equality, pacifism, community, sustainability, responsible land stewardship, innovation, simplicity and quality in work -- still resonate here. The working farm is the oldest in the Berkshires. Visit the gardens and animals, meet the interpreters, see demonstrations, hike the trails, immerse yourself in unique art exhibitions, and explore. A farm-to-table cafe is on site.
Reviewed By BeachcomberT - Daytona Beach, United States
This collection of 17 buildings, including a unique round barn and spread over hundreds of acres, provides a glimpse of what life was like on a Shaker farm about 70 years ago. Now just a tourist attraction, the property once housed up to 300 Shakers at its peak. A few costumed characters cordially interact with visitors and are child-friendly. I especially enjoyed the demonstration of Shaker singing and sacred dancing, which allowed audience participation. The buildings give an appreciation of the craftsmanship and ingenuity of this religious sect, which is all but extinct. (A few still live communally in Maine,) For enthusiastic students of Shaker culture, this is a must-stop, along with the nearby Mount Lebanon colony across the NY line, about 5 miles away, and the Shaker South Family settlement near the Albany NY airport, about 30 miles to the northwest.. Beware, the village is about the size of two football fields and many of the buildings have staircases, so handicapped people may be able to see only some of the features. Children will especially enjoy the cattle, sheep, chickens and other farm animals, available for petting.
10. Newport Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 517 reviews
Reviewed By kayktravels - Providence, United States
Newport vineyard offered one of the most safe feeling dining experience I’ve had since restaurants have reopened in Rhode Island. My boyfriend and I celebrated an anniversary her on a sunny summer afternoon. We placed our reservation on open table prior to arriving. The reservation required a $45 hold on our CC. We arrived on time and were greeted by hand sanitizers and friendly staff. We were brought to our table quickly and the host went over their corona adjustments swiftly and clearly to us. We had a great experience sitting on the patio. They were super friendly to our pug pup and brought him water. The wine recommendations were perfect for a summer day and went wonderfully with our cheese board. The staff were always wearing a mask and would politely remind guests to put their mask on if they had forgotten when coming up to order. Tables were cleaned super fast after guest left. I would recommend the great white as a sweet wine.
