A Farm Stay in Pennsylvania Amish Country
Horse-drawn buggies, freshly churned butter, farm fresh produce, and locally crafted goods—all hallmarks of Pennsylvania Amish Country and all available for you and your family to experience firsthand! For those of us who live our lives constantly connected, on screens and Zoom calls, a farm stay is an easy way to reconnect with nature and fully unplug for a few days.
Lancaster, PA, is home to the oldest Amish community in the country, and it is truly an escape from city life. You’ll find so many great things to do here, especially with the whole family in tow. There’s a fantastic selection of local shopping, entertainment, and family-friendly dining. But one of the best things to do is get back to our roots, slip on your boots, and tour the local farms to see how the Amish get it done. You’ll have a memorable trip where phones can be put on silent and emails can go unchecked.
A farm stay at Verdant View Farm, one of the best bed and breakfasts in Lancaster, PA, offers an immersive experience in rural life. It is perfect for families looking to reconnect with nature and each other. Guests of all ages can participate in daily farm activities like milking cows, feeding animals, and collecting eggs, giving children and adults alike a hands-on look at life on a working farm. You’ll enjoy a farm-fresh breakfast served family-style each morning with your hosts and farmers. Book your next farm stay in Pennsylvania Amish Country today!
Pennsylvania Amish Country: What to Expect on a Visit to the Farm
If you want to learn more about Pennsylvania Amish Country, Lancaster is the right place. With the largest population of the Amish, Mennonites, and Brethren in the United States, you’ll have a lot of opportunities to take an Amish farm tour, visit their local businesses, and buy hand-crafted goods and furniture.
Here are the best ways to explore Pennsylvania Amish Country:
- Horse & Buggy Tours: Perhaps the most iconic symbol of Amish Country is the horse and buggies riding down the highways. While you’ll likely pass a few on your drive into town, a few local companies offer rides; we suggest Abe’s Buggy Rides and Aaron & Jessica’s Buggy Rides.
- Visit the Amish Village: For an authentic and immersive experience of the community’s daily life and culture, head to the Amish Village. Guests can explore a traditional Amish farmhouse, visit farm animals, and take scenic tours of the surrounding countryside to better understand the simplicity and charm of Amish living.
- Take a Guided Amish Farm Tour: There are many Amish farm tours available in the area. On these tours, you’ll get an inside look at everyday life, farm work, and dedication to a simpler path. The Amish Farm & House offers a bus tour that takes you to the 15-acre farm, where you can participate in the chores, feed the animals, and ride a scooter.
- Shopping in the Small Towns: If you’d like to shop the locally owned Amish businesses, there is a lovely collection of charming small towns where you can find everything from furniture and home furnishings to handmade quilts and leather crafts.
- Dine out at the Best Amish Restaurants: Lancaster and the surrounding towns have so many fantastic dining options. If you’re looking for Pennsylvania Dutch food, we suggest Katie’s Kitchen, Bird in Hand Bake Shop, and Hometown Kitchen.
More Family-Friendly Things to do in Lancaster, PA:
Depending on what you’re looking for from your farm stay in Lancaster, PA, there are so many great things to do with the whole family. Here are a few that are right next door to our farm:
- Cherry Crest Adventure Farm: A famous corn maze, farm tours, seasonal events, and outdoor games.
- Strasburg Railroad: This historic steam train runs directly through our property. Thomas the Tank Engine even makes an appearance!
- Dutch Wonderland: A fantastic theme park with rides and activities for kids of all ages.
- Lancaster Science Factory: Hands-on, interactive science museum ideal for pre-K to 8th-grade kids.
Family Friendly Lodging in Lancaster, PA
Verdant View Farm is not only an educational experience but also a place where families can bond while learning about sustainable farming practices. With opportunities for hiking, bird watching, and local sightseeing nearby, it’s a whole package destination where guests can slow down, embrace nature, and create lasting memories in a welcoming, friendly environment. Sit back and watch the trains as they cut through our property!
Inside, our bed and breakfast offers a rustic, homey feel. Each of our rooms is unique in layout and design, but all are fit to accommodate small families. We even have suite combos or whole-house buyout pricing for larger groups. While our guest rooms may not be considered luxurious, however, they all have a private en suite bathroom and are super comfortable—the perfect place to relax after getting your hands dirty at the farm.
During your stay, we follow a general schedule at Verdant View Farm; morning chores start at 7:30 a.m. (Mon-Sat) and 8:30 a.m. (Sun), where guests can milk cows, collect eggs, and interact with farm animals, including Scooby, the farm dog, and barn cats. Our farm-to-table breakfast follows at 8:30 a.m., and at 9:30 a.m., the farm store opens, offering local products and final guest check-outs. After breakfast, unstructured playtime allows kids to explore, cuddle animals, and enjoy outdoor activities while adults relax on the veranda. If this sounds like a relaxing way to reconnect with nature, we hope you’ll book your farm stay with us today!