Agritourism

loneskipper19 said:Well, it’s not just about that.
You should organize ways for them to actually jump in and help with the daily chores on the farm. People coming out to the country don't just want peace and quiet—they want to experience something new, something they never get to touch in the middle of all that city chaos.
Picking fruit, milking cows, tending to the animals, feeding them, stuff like that...
Just sleeping and sitting around doing nothing gets old pretty fast... 😁

I love this idea. I would personally love to spend a weekend at an agritourism site and truly live that rural lifestyle for those two days. It shouldn't just be lounging in a meadow listening to birds chirp.
It would be great if vineyard owners included activities like participating in the harvest—which is huge in my area and highly anticipated all year round—so city folks can see what it's actually like to pick grapes and press them...
Or, for example, people with plum orchards who make brandy could offer harvesting sessions followed by the distillation process.
The agritourism options around Washington, D.C. feel incredibly dry to me.

Can anyone recommend an agritourism farm in the California countryside or the Hilly Region, USA, that really wowed you with friendly hosts and a great overall experience?

Last summer, my partner and I stayed at the Ivica and Marica estate in Small Town, USA near Columbus, and we were so blown away that we want to do more agritourism this year—but we’re looking to head toward California or the Hilly Region instead.

So, if anyone has a recommendation, please?

Lojzek's house is out in the Hilly Region, USA... their website is down at the moment, but I'm pretty sure it'll be back up shortly...

In the Hilly Region, USA—Vuglec Breg...

slyotter80 said:In the Hilly Region, USA—Vuglec Breg...

I’m not sure how they run things these days, but about two years ago, they really cleaned us out during lunch.
The BBQ was pricey, the desserts were expensive ($8.25), and to top it off, they charged us for meat we didn't even touch.
By the time I noticed the mistake, we were already halfway home.
So, honestly, I have zero desire to go back there.
Even though, I guess, it's on me for not double-checking the bill before handing over my card.
Total lunch for 7 people (not counting the most expensive items on the menu) $500.

swiftbear86 said:I’m not sure how they run things these days, but about two years ago, they really cleaned us out during lunch.
The BBQ was pricey, the desserts were expensive ($8.25), and to top it off, they charged us for meat we didn't even touch.
By the time I noticed the mistake, we were already halfway home.
So, honestly, I have zero desire to go back there.
Even though, I guess, it's on me for not double-checking the bill before handing over my card.
Total lunch for 7 people (not counting the most expensive items on the menu) $500.

We didn't eat lunch there... but it looked really cute and well-kept.....

If we're talking about the Hilly Region, USA, then Trsek in Small Town, USA 🙂
anybody who was actually there, step forward and let me know.

slyotter80 said:We didn't eat lunch there... but it looked really cute and well-kept.....

It’s definitely tidy and charming—little cottages for staying over, a hill view, plenty of greenery...
The restaurant itself is lovely, with a nice terrace and a private little corner, but the food prices 😲were absolutely eye-watering (well, they were back then, I'm not sure about now).
All in all, I don't really have any desire to head back there.
To be honest, most of those "Agritourism" spots just feel kind of unoriginal to me.

Now, this farm near Daruvar was actually fantastic.

If you want a more intimate party, the hosts are always there for you.

We showed up without even calling ahead, and they went out of their way to set up lunch for us. We had a blast out in the hills, just enjoying a party with some live guitar music.

So, what on earth did you all actually get up to at Vuglec Breg?

Nothing special, just wandered around for a bit. It was pretty crowded out there.
We could barely find a spot to park, let alone a table for lunch. We grabbed some food and then just headed back home.
There was some kind of holiday going on, but I can't quite remember which one.

I’m looking for some recommendations for an agritourism farm in the Mountainous Region.
We’re planning to spend two or three days out there with our two kids.
We’re really hoping for a place with farm animals, maybe some cheese making, or horses... basically, we want activities to keep everyone busy, along with some solid home-cooked food.

Running out of ideas??

Rebecca Miller11 said:Running out of ideas??

I actually went on a field trip with my university to visit the Francišković family. They have these musical cows and they make their own cheese.
They were incredibly charming people, and if I recall correctly, they mentioned they offer accommodations for guests.

Hey, silvermason16, you should probably just Google "rural concept" and give them a shout. If you tell them exactly what you're looking for, they'll hunt it down for you.🙂

HvAla

brisknomad6, can you help me out here: http://www.kuchica.com/
Has anyone actually visited the Rakić Tourist Farm near Križevac? We swung by yesterday, but found the gates closed, and despite how charming it looks online, they don't seem to list their operating hours anywhere.

A wonderful little agritourism spot called "Sunny Village" near Jagnjedovac, just outside of Koprivnica...

http://www.suncanoselo.com/

The setup feels more like a hostel, which I guess makes it really great for larger groups of friends.

To be honest, the owners aren't professional farmers—they're actually a surgeon and a professor—but they’ve put everything together with such great taste and care.

Frank Williams12 said:brisknomad6, can you help me out here: http://www.kuchica.com/
Has anyone actually visited the Rakić Tourist Farm near Križevac? We swung by yesterday, but found the gates closed, and despite how charming it looks online, they don't seem to list their operating hours anywhere.

Did you happen to catch the rates for the little cottage? 😁

Saturday or Sunday — $250/day

plus cleaning

but thanks anyway! 🙂

So, I dropped by here for lunch one Saturday 🙂

Check out the overnight rates right here.

Lunch was seriously amazing. It’s called the "Moslavica Feast"—basically, just eat as much as you can! 🙂
We started with four different types of spreads for cold appetizers, followed by two kinds of soup for the warm course, and then the main event: they have absolutely everything. We're talking lamb, veal, pork cooked under the bell, chicken, all sorts of sides, and salads... honestly, it was just incredible. And for dessert? Homemade strudels! 🙂

The vibe and the surroundings are so lovely 🙂 Honestly, the best time to visit would be in May or maybe around September when it isn't so scorching hot outside.

Oh, and one more thing—when you visit the estate, you can grab yourself a little brandy 😁 They've got every kind imaginable! 🙂

brisknomad6 said:Did you happen to catch the rates for the little cottage? 😁

Saturday or Sunday — $250/day

plus cleaning

but thanks anyway! 🙂

aaaaaaaaa, I didn't, I just threw the link up there quickly, because honestly, who could actually afford that?