I have been going to Beak & Skiff in upstate NY since I was a small child. Munching on empire apples, savoring chocolate fudge, struggling to bite through the hard sweet candy shell of a candied apple, balancing it all out with the protein from a couple of bites of fresh cheese curds, while lining up to ride my favorite pony Mini-ha-ha are some of my favorite memories. It was a trip that I looked forward to every year.
The pony rides may not be offered anymore, but the ambiance remains the same along with amazing new offerings including multiple gorgeous properties to plan a stay. A feast for the senses for all those who really come alive during this time of year; the fall. Over more than 100 years and five generations, Beak & Skiff has provided quality, award wining, delicious apples. The orchard is located in Lafayette, NY on thousands of acres containing 300,000 apple trees pollinated by over 400 hives of bees, overlooking the breathtaking terrain of hills and valleys covered with trees adorned with leaves in a range of richly shaded colors from orange to deep burgundy. It truly is a special place and a not to be missed destination.
Since this year is almost coming to an end, be sure to add it to your list for 2025. In the meantime, visit the online shop for some seasonal tasty goodies.
