Although many retailers would have us believe it's Christmastime already, let's try to remember that the fall foliage season is just peaking in parts of the Northeast and that Hallowe'en is still two weeks away. There'll be plenty of time for sleigh bells later. But for now, why not rejoice in the splendor of the turning leaves and the forthcoming harvest they portend? Should your weekend leaf-peeping take you through the hills of Western Massachusetts, consider a prandial visit to High Hopes Farm in Worthington. Nestled in the foothills of the Berkshires, this rustic maple sugarhouse is an ideal starting point for a foliage-viewing jaunt.
Every spring and fall, the Rowe family presents their All-you-can-eat Sugarhouse Buffet ($9.95 for adults), a fortifying breakfast spread featuring pancakes, French toast, scrambled eggs, home fries, bacon, ham, sausage links, and, of course, their own pure maple syrup. There are also English muffins and toast (with which to sample their maple cream and Indian sugar) as well as orange juice, coffee, tea, milk, and hot chocolate. No one should leave hungry.
Beware of one thing, however: the place is haunted. Well, sort of. In the fall, young Caleb Rowe employs his decorating skills to fashion a haunted sugarhouse to be entered "if you dare." Look out for the various spooky adornments—the young man has quite an imagination!
The exit is strategically situated through the gift shop, by the cashier. Browse the numerous maple products as you contemplate your Christmas list.
High Hopes Farm
1132 Huntington Road (Route 112)
South Worthington, MA 01098-9563 (map)
Saturdays and Sundays, 7:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
27 September through 9 November
(413) 238-5919
(413) 222-5919
http://www.highhopesmaple.com/
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pretty spooky haunt.....
Posted by: doggybloggy | 20 October 2008 at 07:25 AM