Red Apple Farm in Phillipston, Massachusetts, ranked No. 4 among the best apple orchards in the United States, according to a reader poll conducted by USA Today for its 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The central Massachusetts family farm sits at 455 Highland Ave. and features extensive fall crops, a barn-style country store, and an on-site cidery.
Visitor Experience and Attractions at Red Apple Farm
Beyond the orchards, visitors can browse the barn-style Country Store for freshly picked seasonal produce, homemade pies, authentic apple cider, cider slushies, apple dumplings, apple cider donuts, slow-cooked fudge, caramel apples, and jarred goods.
Food and beverage options on site include an ice cream window and the Brew Barn. The Brew Barn operates as a taproom and restaurant offering breakfast sandwiches in the morning and pub favorites paired with live music at night. Red Apple Farm partners with Moon Hill Brewing Co. to supply craft brews to the barn, while adults can also purchase drinks in the scenic garden at the on-site cidery. Additional family activities include wagon rides, a petting zoo, and walking trails across the property.
Operating Hours and Seasonal Schedule
Red Apple Farm opens daily, operating from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekdays and 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekends. While the apple-picking season runs daily from late July through late October, the farm advises visitors to call ahead to verify picking conditions before traveling. Specific venue hours vary across the property:
- Ice Cream Window: Open 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on weekdays; 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on weekends.
- Brew Barn: Open 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekdays; 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekends.
- Cidery Garden: Open 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays; 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturdays; 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sundays.
National Rankings for Fall Attractions
The USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards highlight top travel, food, and lifestyle destinations across the United States, with winners selected through public voting polls following nominations by industry experts.
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