We visited with a group of retired teachers for a tour and lunch. The place is beautiful, the tour was very interesting and the lunch was fantastic. The grounds are very well kept and the staff was very friendly. Did not have time to walk the trails but will do that next time. We live in the Hudson valley so we drove but you can take the MTA Harlem Valley line to Dover Plains and the farm provides a shuttle. One of the great unknown attractions of the Hudson Valley.
Very nice tour inside. Learn the steps to making maple syrup, learn the history of Madava an enjoy the samples. Of course there is a store to purchase items. Be sure to notice the sap lines as you drive the road to the farm.
We are the Receptive Operator in the Hudson River Valley and were invited to see our newest attraction. We were extremely please as we entered this property. This is a definite MUST SEE!!! We had a wonderful tour and now understand how this fine product is produced, Crown Maple Syrup. We also had the pleasure of enjoying a fine lunch prepared by CIA trained, Jacob Griffin. I can't wait to bring my family back and we also look forward to bringing many groups there. This is definitely a stop on your next trip to the Hudson River Valley. Plan to have lunch!!!
We visited today for a tour of the syrup making facility and had a wonderful time. The tour was very informative and our tour guide was pleasant and knowledgeable. We grabbed a NY beer (I believe they only sell beer/soda from the state) and some sweets at the cafe before the tour - both were excellent. All of the staff we encountered were extremely friendly and helpful. We hope to go back soon and try some heartier fare at the cafe and spend an afternoon on the hiking/walking trails that run all through the property. For what it's worth, I think they had the nicest bathroom facilities I have ever seen at a retail establishment.
Went to Madava Farms in Dover Plains NY. Beautiful farm, lovely area and an amazing, clean and interesting maple syrup "factory." We were greeted by a fire pit and free marshmellows. The place will get bigger and better, but a lovely day trip from the surrounding areas. Over 25,000 maple trees adorn the farm,http://www.crownmaple.com/crown-maple-farm
We have visited Madava Farms three times now....once for lunch, once for one of their summer grill-ours, and once for a pancake breakfast. The food is absolutely delicious every time, and the scenery is just beautiful. It's so nice when an experience exceeds your expectations. And the staff is great! It's a very pleasant way to spend a nice fall afternoon...lunch on the patio. Treat yourself! Oh, and the maple syrup is incredible!
We have just done one of the tours that are offered at weekends during February and March. The facility is pristine and everything is beautifully presented. The tour guide was warm and engaging and the attention to detail that goes into making the syrup is impressive. The tour ends with a tasting which was much appreciated by our 7 year old, as was the opportunity to roast a marshmallow on our way out. We will return later in the spring to walk the trails and have lunch as the food looks outstanding
A lovely tour and tasting of Maple syrup combined with a stroll in the farm's woods. A perfect day for a family with young kids
Nice drive to get there, excellent, informative tour, good lunch. Very similar to visiting a winery.I recommend it for foodies or just for something fun to do.
Something for everyone here, especially city folk looking for a touch of " country ". Here you can spend some time taking the tour through the property and plant, have a delicious lunch, and bring home maple related goodies. You will be mapled-out by the end, but guaranteed you will have had a good time. Who knew there was Maple hand moisturizer? Maple soap? And a special dark Maple Syrup used just for cooking. Upscale and fun in the back country. Go.