Our farm and U-Pick orchard are in Orange County, New York, between Middletown and Goshen, in the Lower Hudson Valley, New York.
We are 65 miles from the George Washington Bridge/New York City; 15 miles from the New Jersey/Pennsylvania border; and about 55 miles from the Connecticut border via Interstate 84.
We are just a mile off I-84 at exit 15a (formerly 3E), and about 15 miles off I-87 / New York State Thruway.
Please note that our U-Pick orchard is around the corner from our store, literally a 90-second drive away.
For more details visit our contact page. (LINK)
The Tap Room, aka Orchard Hill Cider Mill, is next door to our store. It is open typically weekends, though sometimes is closed to the public during private events. Best to call ahead (845-374-2468) or check their site for the latest. The Tap Room offers a great selection of homemade hard ciders, pommeau, a curated selection of NYS wines, spirits and beer, and snacks.
When the Tap Room at Orchard Hill Cider Mill (right next to the Soons store) is open and serving, yes!
The Tap Room hours vary but typically at a minimum they are open Sat-Sun; the menu changes a bit depending what’s in season. Pls call ahead to check hours/service 845-374-2468
You can also grab a chicken salad or our homemade chili on most days at our store!
Pricing is by the bag, which we provide. For the latest U-Pick info, visit that page and the U-Pick apples FAQ page.
U-Pick Apples: Our U-Pick apple orchard opens Labor Day weekend and stays open weekends and holiday Mondays, 10 am - 4 pm as long as we have enough apples to offer - sometimes mid-October, sometimes the end of October, sometimes even into November (but that is rare). Our U-Pick page is updated frequently as to what's available and other details, so please check it for the latest.
U-Pick Pumpkins begins the second or third weekend of September and runs weekends and holiday Mondays until Halloween. We take you on a real hay wagon (tickets required) to our real pumpkin fields so you can choose your own pumpkin right off the vine! Wagons run from about 11 am until 4 pm depending on demand and weather. See the U-Pick pumpkins page for more info.
We can’t allow pets into the U-Pick orchards (government safety rules pretty much bar any animals in any orchards or fields), however you may have your dog in the (grassy) parking lot with you.
At the main farm store, please note that we have our own farm dog, Hudson (very friendly!) so please let us know if you have your dog and is going to be out of the car. Documented service animals are always welcome, of course.
Yes, we often contribute product (apples and cider) to non-profit causes around Orange County and the Hudson Valley.
We typically do not do donut donations, but if it's outside the busy season, we can usually give you a discounted price.
2023 Note: It's been a terrible growing season for pumpkins, thus we will not have any available for donating or bulk orders.
If you're looking for pie donations, please contact Scotty's Country Kitchen directly (845-374-2510).
We are always looking for enthusiastic folks to join our team! For seasonal student staff we aim to have that hiring done by July, so please apply in May/June if possible. For adult part-time, apply any time.
The Hudson Valley is chock full of places to visit, things to see, and more. Locally, we’ve partnered up with fellow small businesses to form OCNY West. You can spend a day and visit us along with several OCNY West friends for a fun adventure here in “western” Orange County. Additionally, the Harness Museum, Storm King, West Point, the Newburgh Waterfront, Dia Beacon are all within a half-hour drive. The newly opened Legoland is a few minutes down the road in Goshen. Plenty of trails to ride and hikes to do as well.
Visit the Orange County New York website for lots more info, including links to their craft beverage app/trail!
Our homemade sweet apple cider season runs usually mid-September (you need enough apples to make a good blend!) through the end of May.
In the summer we offer frozen half gallons until we run out. Usually that's mid-August. We try to always have cider slushies - ask for a taste at the front counter - they are so good!
For hard cider, Orchard Hill Cider Mill offers their signature ciders all year round. You can get cans in the Soons market, or cans/bottles or draft at the Tap Room when they are open (hours vary, F/S/S + more during busy season). Orchard Hill, which is right next to the Soons store, also has a great curated selection of NYS wines, spirits and more.
Yes, new this year (2025) Suzie Q's Cookies & Cream has opened a beautiful ice cream shop offering all sorts of delicious treats! Stop in, she's open daily May through October, noon to 8pm!
