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 Farmstay
Consider a unique alternative to usual B&Bs – farmstays! They give families the same benefits as usual B&Bs—a cozy atmosphere, warm hospitality, and full home-cooked breakfasts—with the extra benefit of experiencing life on a real working farm. And farmstay B&Bs tend to offer affordable rates, usually under $150 per night for a family of four, emphasizing on functionality rather than luxury.
Farms are a good option for kids who like animals and getting dirty. Spending time on the farm, kids can learn about taking care of the animals, pitch in with chores such as feeding chickens or picking berries, and play outside. Due to the season you visit, visitors might be able to witness the birth of a calf on a diary farm or help gather syrup from maple trees. You may also take advantage of the nearby countryside for hiking, boating, snowshoeing, and more.
Though farmstays are a comparatively new idea to most Americans, such type of accommodations has long been a staple in Europe. The rates for a family of four may start at $105 per night at a coffee farm in Hawaii, $140 per night at a diary farm in North Carolina, and $135 per night at a beefalo (a cross between a buffalo and a cow) and maple sugar farm in Vermont. The majority of B&Bs will charge $10 to $20 per night for extra kids.
Dude Ranches
If you may spend higher prices for an all-inclusive vacation, visit a dude ranch that can be an exciting experience for kids and adults. The majority of dude ranch rates take in ranch house or cabin accommodations, three home-cooked meals per day, horseback riding, and numerous other recreational activities and programs. It’s easy to calculate your budget with all-inclusive pricing (excluding transportation to and from the ranch).
The cost range of dude ranch vacations is rather wide, depending upon the number of amenities and the amount of comfort or luxury you want. The average per-person price for a week's stay may vary from under $1,000 to $1,700 and even above.
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