Farm stays and agritourism vacations in Ontario
Experience life on the farm. Connect with the land, meet farm animals and enjoy the taste of garden-fresh goodness. Live out your dream of being a ranch hand or farmer on these unique Ontario farm visits.
Northwest Ontario
Kenora Bed ‘n’ Bale
Located close to town, this was once the site of a popular campground from the 1920s to 1960s. Recently it’s been lovingly rebuilt and restored, but with a country twist.
Kenora Bed ‘n’ Bale is a small, urban farm resort that offers a variety of unique and easy outdoor and rural experiences.
Enjoy glamping in a tiny cabin or camper, go hiking and berry picking, meet the horses and other farm animals and experience the fun of campfire comradery.
Location: 66 Cambrian Drive, Kenora
Niagara Region
Inn the Orchard
Breathe in the refreshing country air on a farm stay at this picturesque property surrounded by peach and cherry orchards, grapevines, walking trails and a bubbling creek in the Niagara region.
Opt for the cottage with a loft and outdoor Japanese soaker tub, the log cabin overlooking the 16 Mile Creek or a simple, yet luxurious two-level container home with an outdoor firepit and hot tub. Add on a customized, luxury picnic package for two or more complete with blankets, pillows, wine, food and even a Bluetooth speaker.
Location: 4299 Fairlane Road, Lincoln
Riverside Oasis Farm
Recharge and reconnect with the earth at this farm retreat. Meet the farm animals, enjoy nature walks and river views and be energized with organic, farm-fresh food.
Learn about animal care, sustainable growing and beekeeping on a guided farm tour.
Stay in one of two all-season glamping-style Mongolian yurts overlooking the Welland River. Farm tours are free for overnight guests.
Location: 6696 Canborough Road, Wellandport
Southwestern Ontario
Texas Longhorn Guest Ranch
Channel the spirit of the West.
Stay in a cozy, glamping-style covered wagon with a queen bed, lovely linens and a covered porch. Enjoy fresh coffee or tea before breakfast and hearty ranch-style meals, chill out poolside, and toast marshmallows over your private firepit at this adults-only ranch retreat.
Seasonal, adult B&B glamping includes a full breakfast. BBQ steak, chicken or salmon dinner is available to add on (book in advance).
Location: 1745 Melwood Drive, Strathroy
Jireh Hills Family Homestead
Experience unique, hands-on learning about simple, sustainable farming and enjoy the rolling hills, Carolinian forest and winding Sydenham River of southwestern Ontario.
Accommodations include a year-round nature lodge and seasonal RV glamping.
Location: 3355 Lobelia Drive, Alvinston
Cider Key Farm Market
Savour fresh apple cider, pies, ice cream and other local foods from the iconic farm market and enjoy a stay at the on-farm retreat.
Explore beaches, trails and, naturally, great food nearby.
Location: 1231 Highway 24 East, Vittoria
York, Durham and Headwaters
Alabaster Acres
Get the best of both worlds. Located just outside Caledon Village, Alabaster Acres offers visitors a taste of farm life plus the plush experience of luxury glamping.
Sign up for gardening, handicraft, canning and other homesteading workshops, visit with the farm animals and turn in early to enjoy the ultra-relaxing glamping site.
Three glamping sites are available based on two guests for a two-night minimum stay in summer. Packages include continental breakfast. Farm workshops are between 1.5 and 3 hours long, price varies depending on group size.
Location: 18692 Hurontario Street, Caledon
Bruce, Grey and Simcoe
Pretty River Valley Country Inn
Pretty River is an upscale, eco-minded country inn with just 11 accommodation options that feature wood-burning fireplaces, seating areas, fridges and ensuite private bathrooms.
The property is also an organic farm and home to reindeer, Icelandic horses, Chantecler chickens, pigs and honeybee hives. Delicious maple syrup and lavender jelly are also produced here.
Adult-oriented (kids over 12 years old welcome), prices vary depending on suite and season, book online. Level 2 electric vehicle charging is available for guests onsite.
Location: 529742 Osprey-The Blue Mountains Townline
Southeastern Ontario
Haute Goat
Perched in the rolling hills of Northumberland east of Toronto, this 200 acre (80 hectare) property raises Nigerian Dwarf Goats and offers farm activities like goat yoga, ‘shmurgle-ing’ (snuggling with a baby goat), sunset walks, goat milk soap-making or cheese-making as well as cozy overnight accommodations.
Although goats are the main attraction, the farm is also home to alpacas, chickens, Icelandic horses, dogs and a mule named Lucy Mae Bella. Enjoy a light lunch at the Screaming Goat Café and purchase goat cheese and other goat milk products.
Unique glamping-style sleepovers or farmhouse accommodations include breakfast.
Location: 1166 5th line, Newtonville
Haliburton Highlands to the Ottawa Valley
Foymount Farm and Equine Retreat
Embrace a different pace at this peaceful, over 50-hectare farm and forest located in the picturesque countryside of the Ottawa Valley.
Two comfortable, private, pet-friendly farm-stay cottages are available for rent. Activities include pony rides, horseback trail tours, and farm ‘chores’ like collecting fresh eggs, bringing in the donkeys at night and picking fresh vegetables from the garden. Summer kid’s camps and workshops are also offered.
Location: 3837 Foymount Road, Cormac
Ottawa Valley Farm to Fork
Sample farm life on an unforgettable agricultural vacation at this working heritage farm.
From hands-on farming experiences to delicious, farm-fresh food and peaceful farmhouse accommodations, appreciate the rural charm of the countryside. Outdoor activities include farm tours, cycling tours, picnics in the pasture and more.
Location: 1320 Scotch Bush Road, Douglas
Kawarthas and Northumberland
Elmhirst’s Resort
Located on the shores of Rice Lake in the heart of the Kawarthas, this family-friendly resort has an extensive on-site garden, farm, apiary and stables. Tour the garden, feed the chickens, collect fresh eggs and saddle the kids up for a pony ride or take a guided trail ride with neighbours, Stillbrook Riding Stables.
The resort kitchen uses ‘Elmhirst’s Own’ food and produce grown on-site. Guests can also use herb gardens at each cottage.
Year-round, family-welcoming one to five-bedroom cottages, some with accessible features, select pet-friendly units, book online.
Location: 1045 Settlers Line, Keene
Hamilton, Halton and Brant
Luna Homestead
Stay in an off-grid yurt on a homesteading farm and experience gardening, harvesting, loading hay and caring for farm animals.
In addition to farm activities, you’ll have the opportunity to relax and enjoy nature. Hike forest trails, swim in the pond and take a leisurely nap in the hammock.
Location: 689 Sager Road, Troy
Algonquin, Muskoka and Parry Sound
Winding Fences Farm
Book a unique Muskoka experience at Winding Fences Farm.
The guest cabin overlooks the farm fields and features all the basic amenities, plus a firepit for quiet evenings. Activities include horseback riding, bird watching, cycling and hiking.
Location: 1102 Ambleside Lane, Windermere
Last updated: August 26, 2024