Grandad's Apples
Grandad's Apples
4.5
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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We are a small family owned and operated farm, located in Hendersonville, NC since 1994. Pat is a fourth generation apple farmer, carrying on the tradition of farming his family’s 80 acres of land. His wife Leslie manages the “Barn” along with their two daughters.
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424 reviews
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John B Harer
Wilmington, NC6 contributions
Aug 2022
Great apple farm in real apple country (Hendersonville, NC, home of the Apple Festival). Large sales "room" (actually a barn). The apple cider was some of the best we've ever had. You can mix different varieties of apples picked from large barrels (o buy them by the bag). Lots of canned/jarred related products (like apple butter, etc). There is an apple pastry shop as well (and the smell wafting through the sales room will knock you over, so good). They also have a corn maze to explore (for a cost). Very friendly sales staff. It is very close to Hendersonville. The apple festival in early September will cause it to deal with huge crowds. Prices for apples and cider are in line with all the other area farms and reasonable enough. Canned and jarred products our a little more pricey
Written August 30, 2022
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Shannon
South Carolina498 contributions
Oct 2020
Our family visited Grandad's Apples a few years ago and had a good time so we wanted to go back on this beautiful, fall weekend! Apparently, so did everyone else...
We arrived about 10:30 on Saturday morning and while we found a parking spot fairly easily, the place was already busy! We decided to forgo standing in the bakery line and instead bought bags for U-pick apples($11 ea) and the corn maze ($4 ea). Our kids (ages 15 and 9) briefly checked out the play area and then we headed to the corn maze.
This year's maze had a Chic-fil-A theme, although you don't know that as you're walking around. I was pretty impressed with ourselves as we made it through in about 20 minutes! Next it was on to the apple orchards. Be sure and go to all sides/fields as some of the trees in the back were loaded but less people.
After we filled our bags we were ready to go as there were lines for everything.
As we were leaving about 11:30 we noticed the front gate was closed! I assume this was due to capacity, but I am not sure. I'd just hate to be a family with small kids who drove there only to have to turn around. FYI.... We had a nice time and I'd go back.
We arrived about 10:30 on Saturday morning and while we found a parking spot fairly easily, the place was already busy! We decided to forgo standing in the bakery line and instead bought bags for U-pick apples($11 ea) and the corn maze ($4 ea). Our kids (ages 15 and 9) briefly checked out the play area and then we headed to the corn maze.
This year's maze had a Chic-fil-A theme, although you don't know that as you're walking around. I was pretty impressed with ourselves as we made it through in about 20 minutes! Next it was on to the apple orchards. Be sure and go to all sides/fields as some of the trees in the back were loaded but less people.
After we filled our bags we were ready to go as there were lines for everything.
As we were leaving about 11:30 we noticed the front gate was closed! I assume this was due to capacity, but I am not sure. I'd just hate to be a family with small kids who drove there only to have to turn around. FYI.... We had a nice time and I'd go back.
Written October 5, 2020
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David L
Chapin, SC54 contributions
Sep 2021
Excellent location for apples, cider and fun. Was very crowded on the weekend (definitely recommend weekdays) and the apple supply for certain brands are somewhat limited this year due to weather. Great quality and helpful staff.
Written October 1, 2021
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Debbie R
1 contribution
Sep 2022 • Family
Used to be our favorite family orchard and part of our Labor Day family weekend. Without knowing we came to an empty playground with the attractions all gone where our grandkids love going. We arrived at four due to rain all day. I got in line for donuts and was outside the building in line for twenty minutes when I got around corner I heard the person in front of me being told there were more donuts I asked if there would be and was rudely told. We have apple slushies and chocolate chip cookies. The only thing for our kids to do was the cow train. We went down there forgetting we needed cash. So we went back up to cashier and again were rudely told it was too late. That was the last train. It was five. The website said they closed at six but don’t be mistaken they close before five. We left with sad little children and without buying all the apples and other items we usually do and we won’t return.
Written September 6, 2022
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Jesse
Raleigh, NC20 contributions
Oct 2020
Great way to buy or pick your own variety of apples on a nicely laid out farm for couples or families. Has a bakery, viewing area of some sheep and a burro, play area for the kids, pond with an apple cannon and huge area for parking. It was busy when we visited but everything moves very smoothly so the crowd did not deter us. Recommend the Apple Cider doesn't get any better!
Written October 3, 2020
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Kenneth T
Conway, SC174 contributions
Sep 2020
Employees were knowledgeable and helpful. We wanted a certain variety of apples but were none but lady there helped us find a good option. Same when lady in the bakery. Great looking place. Very pretty. Obvious they take it very serious and do a great job. The cookies almost did not make it home! The cookies and some of the apples have been tested and gotten real great reviews. Sadly about three hours away. As clean as farmers market as I have every seen.
Written September 15, 2020
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Angela H
1 contribution
Aug 2022 • Family
We went to pick apples and spend the afternoon enjoying the farm. Upon arrival, the sales lady lectured us about not overfilling the bag. Then, a man on a golf cart proceeded to follow the customers around lecturing people. It was a very uncomfortable experience. We left and went to Stepps and the experience was much better. Will not go back.
Written August 21, 2022
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JSSAmber
Cambridge, UK518 contributions
Aug 2021
It's mainly a place to buy apple-related stuff, but there is a large area out back to sit in rocking chairs, consume your apple-related stuff, and look at the mountains, so that's pretty great. There's also a corn maze that is really thoughtfully designed, and it takes a reasonable amount of time to solve. I've never done one before, as they all looked hoaky, but this one was lots of fun.
Written August 29, 2021
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Doug_T351
Miami, FL71 contributions
Oct 2019
We made two trips there this fall and had a great time sampling different types of apples they had for sample. If you go you must have the apple cider doughnuts, warning, they are delicious and addictive. This is a great family place and there many families and kids of all ages. Lots of great local made jams honey etc to purchase. They are only open seasonally so check first before you go. A nice way to spend a weekend afternoon !
Written February 11, 2020
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NewBlueEyes
Coastal South Carolina, SC144 contributions
Sep 2022
We couldn't get anything from the Bakery because the lines were too long and the bakery was closing. We were able to buy two huge bags of apples and other items, such as honey, apple bread mix, and crisp mix. Fun place and lots of kids enjoying the grounds.
Written October 8, 2022
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Virginia R
Lewisville, NC111 contributions
Will you be open on Thanksgiving Day?
Kayce L
Dillsboro, NC9 contributions
We will not be open for thanksgiving this year.
Nov 10, 2019 will be our last day for the season
Thea J
Holiday, FL26 contributions
What days do you make
the apple cider?
merryfowler
Fort Pierce, FL6 contributions
I believe that the process and bottle there cider off the premises but there’s plenty of varieties. There are several great wineries in the area that have grape stomping contest. Goggle and see if u can catch one date. The wineries are worth the visit. Hope this helps
cbrooksjones
Greenville, SC
Do you have fresh frozen apple pies
William E
Panama City, FL39 contributions
They had a lot of edible merchandise I am not sure. You can call them at 828-685-1685!
Xylina M
1 contribution
Do you sell prepared foods?
Pete-Jean2090
Williams, AZ12 contributions
They do have freshly baked cakes, cookies, apple turnovers and fritters, and cider donuts, along with cider slushes and ice cream. They also sell mixes and jellies and jams.
btaylor4219
Easley, SC3 contributions
Are the pumpkins out now for sale?
jgteacher
217 contributions
Yes, but next weekend would be a beyter stock.
Debbie R
Rock Hill, SC177 contributions
Has anyone ever gone to Granddad's in November? I am thinking this coming weekend, Nov11-14.Are there still lots of apples top pick? Are the activities still going on, Hayride, corn maze etc.?
Kayce L
Dillsboro, NC9 contributions
Hello! This year(2019), we will be open until Nov. 10, to find out what we have in store at the time please call us at (828)-685-1685
Thank you!
How much is to participate in activities such as corn maze?
Nursewhipple
Mount Vernon, OH136 contributions
We paid $4 per person. It took about 40 minutes to find all the check points and get out. It is a really nice maze.
CammyJo
Charlotte, NC178 contributions
Can you take dogs?
Nursewhipple
Mount Vernon, OH136 contributions
We saw dogs there today! :)
Grandad's Apples (Hendersonville) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Grandad's Apples
- Grandad's Apples is open:
- Tue - Sun 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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