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Hull-O Farms, Family Farm Vacations: Traveller Reviews

10 Cochrane Road, Durham, NY 12422
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Hull-O Farms, Family Farm Vacations
4.5 of 5 stars 49 Reviews
10 August 2011 -
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“wished our stay was longer. Loved it!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 August 2011

My husband and I took our little 4 yr old little girl on her dream experience. She loved being at the farm more than whatever outside attraction was nearby. Even us adults felt like kids again. Miss Shery is a great cook and makes u feel at home with that welcoming smile. This is one vacation we'll always remember. As long as u love animals and don't mind being around them..then is a great choice.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Fun for all on the farm!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 August 2011
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Our family really enjoyed our stay at Hull-o Farms. Our 8 year old and 6 year old sons had a blast milking the cows, feeding the baby animals, collecting the chicken eggs and playing with the kittens. And so did we! Thanks so much Farmer Frank & Miss Sherry for the fun, tons of information, amazing food and a great overall few days. The boys are already asking when we can go back!

Stayed August 2011, travelled with family
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Maplewood, New Jersey
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“Great for Families with kids & those interested in farm life”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 August 2011
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This felt more like visiting family than going on a vacation, and I mean that in a nice way! You have your own space in your very own house on the farm (def. not a hotel but very well kept) yet are clearly staying on a working farm and get a good look at what that entails without actually having to work very hard. George who seems to take care of most of the farm chores was really wonderful with the kids. The kids were typically not that helpful with accomplishing the farm jobs on schedule (picture 3 year olds trying to milk cows and feed baby animals their bottles) but he was always gracious and patient. The meals were home cooked by Sherry, Farmer Franks wife and were delicious. She was also very accommodating about cooking vegetarian food.

I would recommend a Hull O Farms vacation to any family with kids interested in farm animals, who are OK with a vacation that’s a little out of the ordinary. I was saddened to see how hard it is for American farmers to make a living doing actual farming. Hopefully some of this agro tourism can help keep some of these farms in operation. Farmer Frank’s family started the farm around the Revolutionary war and they likely won’t be able to keep it much longer even though they literally work around the clock. Really heartbreaking what bad policy and poor consumer choices can do to very hard working people. Anyway, this trip is recommended and I felt better spending our vacation money here than giving it to a corporation. As a side, if you want to watch TV I recommend that you bring your own DVDs or VHS Cassettes. Also, bring shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, etc. There's a Walmart about 20 minutes away if you forget anything.

I noticed that a few other reviewers mentioned the cats. There are def. a lot of cats roaming the farm! They mentioned that people drop them off at the farm because they know that they will be taken care of there. As far as I could see they were taking care of the cats as best they could and they do feed them. I imagine they can’t really afford to spay and neuter the entire cat population on the farm. Anyway, our kids really loved playing with the kittens and bunnies.

Highly recommend!

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Boston, Massachusetts
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Best Family Vacation”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 August 2011
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LOVED this place! My husband and I took out three year old son to Hull-O Farms for a few days. Wake up in the morning to the incredible feeling of open space and fresh air. Lend a hand feeding the animals and then sit down to a great farm fresh breakfast. Go fishing, enjoy a hayride and play with the farm's many kittens. We were happy, our son was happy, and we are already thinking about going back.

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Ridgefield Park, New Jersey
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“An experience to be enjoyed by the entire family.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 August 2011
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We just returned from a weekend trip to Hull-o Farms. Each and everyone of us had an amazing time. It was an experience we will never forget. There were 8 of us all together ranging in age from 2 1/2 to 41 years old and there was something for everyone to enjoy. This is a genuine farm experience which includes everything from feeding the animals to baling hay. We enjoyed a 4 bedroom house which was very private, charming and comfortable. The food was absolutely amazing and we could not leave without purchasing the cookbook with all the family recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation. The hosts and staff are all very lovely and make you feel like part of the family from the minute you arrive. If you are looking for something unique and different to do with the entire family, I highly recommend this experience. I know my family and I will be back.

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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10 Cochrane Road, Durham, NY 12422
Price range (per night):* 113 AUD - 128 AUD

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