In the age of high technology, recreation on ecological farms is becoming increasingly popular, where you can not only get acquainted with the way of rural life, but also improve your he alth through walks in the fresh air and natural food. There are also such farms in the Moscow region.
Cheese factory on Istra
If you move along the Novorizhskoye highway, then after about 60 km you can reach the village of Dubrovka. It was there in August 2015 that one young man, Oleg Sirota, an IT specialist, opened his own farmstead for the production of cheese. Oleg's dream is simple - to bring his production to the federal level, to supply products to all near and far stores in the country. Cheeses are very diverse: hard and soft, special attention is paid to the production of domestic analogues of parmesan and emmentaler.
Eco-farm in the suburbs is always glad to new visitors. Both children and adults will be able to walk around the cheese factory, which has large panoramic windows, looking into which you can see many heads of cheese that peacefully ripen each on its own shelf: "Beer", "Wine","Gubernatorsky", "Istrinsky", "Peasant". If you arrive in the afternoon and you are lucky enough to catch the owner of the production, Oleg Sirota himself, he will be happy to give you and your children a tour, tell you about the main stages of production, as well as interesting stories related to the appearance of cheese in the world.
After the tour, you can independently taste the products that are freely available in the store, which is located right next to the farm. However, if you are coming here exclusively to buy cheese, it is worth calling in advance to check availability, because some varieties may run out. The cheese factory owner has grandiose plans: to start his own herd, because now milk is purchased exclusively from farmers, as well as to open a museum and conduct master classes for children and adults on the primary production of cheese. In the store, by the way, you can also buy natural yoghurts with berry additives, which children love so much.
Agricultural farm "Ekovillage"
At the 110th kilometer along the Novoryazanskoye Highway, next to other eco-farms, in the suburbs, there is an "Ecoderevushka". The complex is famous for its unusual excursions. Where else can you find a real crocodile farm or see the cultivation of grape snails!
Grape snail has been known since ancient times. Eastern Europe is considered its homeland, from where it eventually spread throughout the territory, except for the northern regions. Interestingly, grape snails were not previously considered a delicacy.and they were eaten by all segments of the population. It was an ordinary tasty and he althy protein meal. Snails fall into hibernation, so the farm has all the conditions for their year-round wakefulness. Various packages are offered for sale: 500 grams or plates of 200 g.
Holidays at an eco-farm in the Moscow region will be remembered forever if you choose to visit the crocodile nursery, which is also available in the "Ekovillage". Several species of reptiles are represented here, but the caiman, which reaches a length of two to three meters, deserves special attention. For crocodiles, this is not very much. Both adults and children will be able to take pictures with reptiles and feed them under the supervision of a specialist.
In addition to snails and crocodiles, you can diversify your leisure time by riding horses. Ecovillage specialists will introduce you to the basic rules, help you get into the saddle, which is not an easy task for beginners, and accompany you on the trip. Communication with horses is one of the strongest antidepressants. And, of course, a real Russian banya. It is also available at the eco-farm. In between excursions, be sure to enjoy the organic lunch prepared for guests every day.
Vankovo
In the suburbs, eco-farms with accommodation are in great demand. Especially in the summer, when the forests are full of mushrooms and berries, the sun warms up and you can walk until sunset. One of these farms is located 116 kilometers along the Mozhaisk Highway.
At the farmrich selection of entertainment. In addition to the fact that various types of birds are kept here, such as chickens, geese, turkeys and ducks, there are also cattle, large and small. Animals and birds can be stroked, hand-fed, for example, a goat, which with soft lips will gently take a piece of bread from you with joy. Some can even be milked. But this is a job for those who can. From the resulting milk, you can independently prepare sour cream or cottage cheese. Production specialists will be happy to help in this interesting matter.
Eco-farms of the Moscow region with accommodation are famous for the fact that you can develop the surroundings. In summer, for example, you can go to the forest for mushrooms and berries, in winter you can rent a snowmobile or skis and go on a snow expedition, and after an eventful day, return to a wooden house and relax with a delicious dinner. Renting a house in Vankovo will cost about four thousand rubles, including breakfast and excursions.
Farm in Potapovo
Resting on an eco-farm in the suburbs can be very comfortable, contrary to the idea of the countryside. The farm in Potapovo, for example, has four stars and full hotel functionality, like in the best hotels in famous seaside resorts. The rooms have air conditioning, free wireless internet, luggage storage and dry cleaning services. If you are on vacation with children, you can bring them to the playroom, and take care of the essentials yourself. There is parking and a swimming pool, and a restaurant at an eco-farm in the Moscow region will delight you with deliciousfresh food at a reasonable price.
Communication with horses will bring special pleasure, because one of the largest stud farms works here. Trainers will tell and show you how to properly approach horses, stay in the saddle, and introduce you to interesting facts from the life of animals. This is one of the best eco-farms in the Moscow region for children. The cost of living in a family room is about five thousand rubles per day.
Agricultural complex "Bogdarnya"
Recreation with children on eco-farms of the Moscow region is always associated with a large number of animals. But even the villages closest to the region can boast of the presence of animals with which you can communicate throughout the rest. Such a place is the Bogdarnya eco-farm, located in the village of Krutovo, Vladimir Region. Here, for the entertainment of children, there is a mini-zoo and horse riding both in the saddle and in the harness.
You can stay in a large and friendly company in guest houses, extreme inns near the stables, as well as in cottages on the shores of lakes with a full range of village life attributes. The cost of housing per day with breakfast starts from 3500 rubles.
Teterins' eco-farm
If you are looking for an eco-farm in the suburbs for children with parents, the Teterin complex will definitely suit you. It is located 100 kilometers from Moscow, in the village of Ryzhevo. There is an extensive farm here: several types of poultry, horses, goats, cows. There is plenty to do both in summer and winter. In the warm season you can ride horsesin the saddle and harness, in winter to harness the animals to the sled and with the breeze to inspect the nearby surroundings. This will appeal to both children and adults. Heads of families can relax sitting with a fishing rod on the shore of a calm lake. The entire catch is left to the fisherman and can be cooked in the local kitchen.
Bicycles and snowmobiles are available for rent in winter. For accommodation, you can choose comfortable eco-houses or rooms in a Russian estate. The cost of accommodation per day in the houses is 10 thousand rubles, in the estate - 20,000 rubles. This price includes breakfast and lunch, internet, children's room and excursions.
Farm "Olgino"
In the village of Fedtsovo in the Volokolamsky district, there is an amazingly comfortable farm "Olgino". If you are looking for an option that is not at all like an eco-farm-hotel in the Moscow region, then Olgino will definitely suit you. All houses are located at a respectful distance from each other, with their own driveways and parking. So you can safely come here with your car and leave it here.
This infrastructure allows you to feel not in a rented house outside the city, but in your own dacha somewhere near a small lake. In the yard of each house there is a barbecue. You can take a few chairs out into the yard in the evening, put a barbecue in the grill and enjoy the beautiful summer sunsets. Ducks, geese, chickens, ponies and horses, goats live on the farm. Communication with them is available at any time of the day. Active tourists can rent bicycles and fishing equipment.
You can alsowhile away the time on the lake, swim and sunbathe, and in the evening warm up in a real bath. All dishes are prepared here in the Russian style. Products on an eco-farm in the suburbs of our own production, so you can eat as much as you want without fear of unexpected allergies. All food is simple and he althy. The houses for living are two-story, you can come with a big cheerful company, there is enough space for everyone. Price from 3500 rubles.
Agronaut
Excellent cottage-type complex offers inexpensive vacations. Eco-farms in the Moscow region of this type are very popular with families with children. Log houses are available for rent, in the yard of each there is a parking lot, a barbecue, a playground. But, judging by the reviews of tourists, the playground, which is in every city yard, is of little interest to the kids. They are much more interested in messing with goats, ducks, chickens and dogs, feeding and caring for them. Not far from the house there is a lake where you can not only swim, but also fish. There is also a stocked pond. The cost of renting a house is 5000 rubles. The house can also be rented for a month. It will cost about 45 thousand rubles.
Forest guinea fowl
Nineteen kilometers from the Moscow Ring Road, and you are in the Solnechnogorsk district, in the village of Lunevo, where the lovely cozy farm "Forest Guinea Fowl" is located. In addition to birds that live here in large numbers, goats, sheep, rabbits and even bees live here. Their hives are placed in a specially designated area. Entertainment is the most ordinary, but bringing joy: boating on the river, cycling on country roads,real Russian bath. The cost of renting housing is 800 rubles per day.
Farm "Mashenka"
The farm is located in the Sergiev Posad district, in the village of Plotikhino. A particularly pleasant fact of the location is the complete absence of industrial enterprises within a radius of 30 kilometers. All products are of high quality, as they are produced directly on the farm. The place is very calm and quiet. You can take care of poultry and livestock, go for a real hayfield, ride a boat on the river, explore the area on a bicycle. You can look into the local museum of antique utensils. The house is designed for ten people, the cost of rent per day per person is 1500 rubles.
Snail
If you are tired of your own dacha, you can go to Pereyaslavl-Zalessky, to a farm where grape snails are bred. Excursions can be visited independently or with children. You can hold the snails in your hand, look at their habitat, and then taste them at dinner. After all, that's what they're bred for. If you want to stay overnight, great. Houses can be rented for 2 thousand rubles. True, a large company cannot accommodate there, they are designed for three or four people.
Mustard Glade
This farm is the perfect place for meat eaters. After all, it is here that livestock is bred, mainly cows, to treat their guests with marbled beef, sausages, meatballs with mushrooms and berry sauce, whichcollected in the neighboring forest. The farm was built according to German technology in the village of Leo Tolstoy and is designed mainly for adult guests.
