Faraway Farm Alpacas
Faraway Farm Alpacas
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Farm is only open to visitors by appointment. Please send us an email to schedule a visit. Faraway Farm is home to a herd of twenty beautiful alpacas and two Icelandic Horses. Our store offers homegrown yarn and a wide selection of alpaca garments, teddy bears, throws, and many one of a kind items. Just 40 miles north of New York City, the farm is often the location of choice for fashion magazines, wedding photographers, theater companies, television shows and independent photographers. They also host educational tours, private events and workshops throughout the year.
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Andshes0ff
New York City, NY43 contributions
Nov 2016 • Friends
Leaving Bear Mountain, we decided to visit Faraway Farm Alpacas and are so glad we did. A lovely respite of farm life, with the cutest alpacas to greet you. The owner was on-sight and a pleasure to speak with. Great for kids, families. Nice farm store selling all sorts of alpaca yarn items, much made from the same furry friends you were just petting.
So glad we stopped there!
So glad we stopped there!
Written November 29, 2016
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hailstormed
21 contributions
Oct 2017 • Friends
My sister and I had so much fun at Faraway Farm. It was easily accessible by the Metro North train from Manhattan (such a scenic route as well) to Croton-Harmon, and then an Uber to the farm.
Leda is extremely passionate and knowledgeable about her animals, and her love for them shines through. She is very pleasant and warm towards visitors and also very patient with answering questions.
It was an amazing experience spending time with the alpacas and the Icelandic horses, and also a very therapeutic one. The merchandise at the store was exquisite as well.
We can't wait to be back again in this lovely place.
Leda is extremely passionate and knowledgeable about her animals, and her love for them shines through. She is very pleasant and warm towards visitors and also very patient with answering questions.
It was an amazing experience spending time with the alpacas and the Icelandic horses, and also a very therapeutic one. The merchandise at the store was exquisite as well.
We can't wait to be back again in this lovely place.
Written October 22, 2017
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Thank you! I thoroughly enjoyed your visit and hope you will come back again.
Written October 23, 2017
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greeenpanda7
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Aug 2017 • Friends
Leda and Steve are lovely people and gave our group a wonderful tour of their gorgeous farm, well worth the $15 each. Leda was also very responsive and accommodating via email when setting up our visit. We spent over and hour with them meeting their alpacas, Icelandic horses and learning about the farm. Alpacas are very curious creatures, much like cats, they sniff you out and decide whether to approach. There are a few that will let you lightly pet their necks, Leda will let you know. Honestly, it was nice just to be able to be close to such fascinating fluffballs and getting alpaca kisses from them. The store is full of fabulous alpaca pieces, very fairly priced considering the quality of the fleece. The stuffed chicken is the softest thing I've ever touched! It seems like April would be the best time to visit if you want to see the herd at their fluffiest, we'll definitely be back!
Written August 20, 2017
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We thoroughly enjoyed your visit and hope to see you back at the farm sometime soon.
Written August 22, 2017
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Reingding13
516 contributions
Nov 2016 • Family
It was fun to see the alpacas and Icelandic horses. The owner of the farm mingles and talks with the guests, and she was very nice. Free to go to, but everything in the store felt very expensive.
Written November 26, 2016
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We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your visit. Most of the year, we are open by appointment only, so all visitors should check with us first, before coming. I am sorry to hear that you felt that our farm store was pricey, but almost all of our items are handmade. Thank you for visiting.
Written November 28, 2016
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lulubelleNewYork
Yorktown Heights, NY12 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
Never knew this was practically in my backward. A working Alpaca Farm, they have "visitors" weekends occasionally and very knowledgeable people run it and can answer anything. They also have a small gift shop with handmade yarns and knitted items for sale very reasonably. Great educational interest for kids and adults alike.
Written May 13, 2015
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ListWestchester
Croton on Hudson, NY151 contributions
Jul 2015 • Family
Alpacas have to be the cutest animals on earth. Wonderful to walk around the farm and have them come close to you. You might be lucky enough for one to come over to you so you can pet it. The owners are as nice as can be. They usually have an open house 2x yearly or you can set up an appointment with the owners. There is a store on the premises where you can buy many of the handmade alpaca products.
Written August 18, 2015
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sisterannemarie
Hawthorne, NY1 contribution
Oct 2016 • Friends
Faraway Farms is a magical place. I have visited twice and the Alpacas were fascinating animals with real personalities. The first visit they were real interested in me and one came up and put its head on my shoulder. On the second visit, the highlight were the two new babies that were just weeks old. Leda who owns the farm is gracious and so knowledgeable. You can tell the Alpacas love her.
Written November 7, 2016
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We enjoyed your visit and hope you will come back soon!
Written November 28, 2016
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k g
White Plains, NY8 contributions
Dec 2015 • Friends
Lovely farm, the animals are a delight, and the Alpaca gifts in the barn are beautiful.This is a great stop before Christmas for a special gift .
Written March 20, 2016
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Deanna C
Forest Hills, NY4 contributions
Aug 2015 • Family
I just got back from visiting Faraway Farm with my family and we had a great time! I called ahead to make an appointment, and Leda was very responsive to schedule a time to meet up at her farm. We were a group of ten people, ranging in age from 17 to 60 and we all enjoyed learning & petting all the alpacas. Leda & her husband Steve was very knowledgable and answered all our questions, such a sweet couple who really cares for their animals. The gift shop is very nice as well. A great stop in the Hudson Valley!
Written August 9, 2015
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annie150
New York City, New York139 contributions
Jul 2019 • Friends
What a super fun, unique way to escape the city. Visiting the alpaca farm was nearby (about an hour from NYC), reasonably priced and very educational. This is a great family activity. In addition to the alpacas there were horses and donkeys. The tour guides (and owners) were friendly, informative and welcoming. We will definitely be back! '
Written July 30, 2019
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The farm is open to visitors year round by appointment, however, the most popular times to visit the farm are the Fall leading up to the holidays, and the Spring. Both the farm and store have regular hours and are open to the public on weekends between Thanksgiving and Christmas. The alpacas are shorn annually in May, so many visitors enjoy visiting the animals before then, when their fleece is at its fullest.
Written April 28, 2017
We carry a wide range of products in our farm store from hats, gloves, scarves, teddy bears, sweaters, throws and yarns. Smaller items, such as hats and scarves, are made locally using the fleece from our animals. Larger items, such as sweaters, are imported fair trade from Peru. Natural yarns are from our animals. When visiting the farm you'll have the unique experience of meeting these beautiful animals and then shopping for products made from their luxurious fleece.
Written April 27, 2017
Faraway Farm is located approximately 1 hour north of Manhattan. The easiest way to get to the farm is by car. If traveling by public transportation, take the train to the Croton Harmon station and then a taxi (15 minutes) to the farm.
Written April 26, 2017
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