A recent report found a 23 percent increase in demand for authentic farm experiences, with luxury travelers seeking to get their hands dirty and participate in actual farm work. This trend is driven by the desire for a unique and immersive experience, where guests can help with harvests, gather eggs, and even wake up early to feed the animals.
Luxury Farmstays in the U.S.
The Inn at Serenbe, a 1905 historic farm, offers 2,000 acres with 20 miles of trails for hiking and horseback riding. Guests can volunteer on the organic vegetable farm, join a guided tour, or participate in a workshop, such as herbal tea blending. The inn also hosts a weekly farmers market with local makers and offers goat yoga every Saturday morning.
Gracie’s Farm, part of the Lodge at Blue Sky, Auberge Collection, is a 4,000-acre private ranch with 46 organically modern accommodation options.
Goodstone Inn and Restaurant, dating back to 1745, offers 18 historic suites and cottages on its 265-acre estate. Guests can collect eggs, help harvest vegetables, learn about beekeeping, and assist in feeding the goats. The farm also offers daily tours and has hiking trails connecting the buildings to the farm and catch-and-release fishing ponds.
Bricoleur Vineyards Residences, among the vines, offers guests full access to life on the farm, including gathering eggs, taking a vegetable gardening class, and participating in a harvest lunch. Guests can also rent bikes nearby or pre-order a red wagon for a picnic hike through the vineyards.
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Honey Rock Landing is a certified organic orchard and farm.
These luxury farmstays offer a unique and immersive experience, allowing guests to connect with nature and participate in actual farm work. By providing a range of activities, from harvesting vegetables to feeding animals, these farms are giving guests a chance to experience the authentic charm of farm life.
As demand for authentic farm experiences continues to grow, more luxury farmstays will emerge, offering guests the opportunity to get their hands dirty and connect with the natural world. For now, these five properties are leading the way in providing immersive and luxurious farm experiences.
They focus on sustainability, community, and connection to the land, providing a unique experience for guests and helping to promote a more mindful and environmentally conscious approach to travel, much like those who visit wildlife areas and respect the natural balance.
It is a trend that will likely continue.
