What to do at Showalter orchard in Timberville?

What to do at Showalter orchard in Timberville?

A visit to Showalter’s makes for a perfect fall afternoon. We really enjoyed the hard cider (and bought some to take home), and they cider donuts were wonderful. There are great views from the porch as you sit and enjoy your refreshments, and then you can pick some fresh apples to take home afterward.

Where was the Turkey Knob apple orchard located?

In 1930, a 300 acre orchard near Mt. Jackson, known as Turkey Knob Orchard was given to Harvard University. The Byrd Brothers leased the orchard from Harvard.

How many varieties of apples does Showalter’s orchard grow?

We grow more than 30 varieties of apples and we press and bottle the best sweet and hard cider you’ve ever tasted. A charming, intimate space to get away from the cares of life for a while. The perfect oasis.

Where is the Burkholder fruit stand in Mechanicsville?

Directions: I-81 Exit 264 New Market. Go west on Rt. 211 to Timberville. At stoplight, turn right onto Rt. 42 (Main Street). Go to Orchard Dive or Rt. 881 on the left. Turn left onto Orchard Drive. Market is 2 miles on the right – on the corner of Orchard Drive and Mechanicsville Road. OUR BURKHOLDER FRUIT STAND IS PERMANENTLY CLOSED.

What to do at Showalter orchard and greenhouse?

Think of it as if someone in your family had an orchard. You can visit, walk and pick some apples, and drink some delicious cider. There happens to be a fantastic view and a greenhouse space to hold a huge party / reception. But your aunt doesn’t have any apple pies, tarts, sauce, or the myriad of things that apples taste great in.

When does Apple season start at Showalter farm?

We grow more than 30 varieties of Apples and we blend, press and bottle Our Famous Fresh, Sweet Apple Cider right here on the farm. All that we grow and produce is available in our Farm Store. Generally, apple season begins in early August and runs thru the end of November.