Our Guidelines

      Hillside Vineyard and Orchard is a family owned u-pick grapes and Fruit Tree's.  Guests should prepare for a fun and safe day outside on the farm.  We encourage guests to wear closed-toe shoes or boots and plan for the likelihood of sunny, hot, and humid summer days.  It is best to pick grapes and fruit in the morning or evening time frame because the sugar content is higher and sweeter.

       On our farm you may find:
~Poison Ivy
~Snakes
~Spiders
~Ticks
~Chiggers
~Bees

~Wasps

~Sumac

~Multiflora Rose

      Please be aware of your surroundings as there is uneven ground and small holes.

• Footwear – Closed-toe shoes and boots are encouraged. Grass rows can be wet from rain or dew.  You are discouraged from wearing anything you don’t want to get a little dirty.

• Terrain – Expect sloping hills, uneven surfaces, and transitions to different surface types such as gravel, grass, and concrete.

• No thorns – Blueberry plants do not have thorns. At times, some weed varieties might present thorns.  If you encounter thorns, please alert our staff and we will remove those undesired weeds.  However, you should plan to enjoy a thorn-free picking day.

• Sun protection – The Grape vine and Fruit trees will provide some sun protection. We encourage sunscreen, hats, and other sun protection measures.  We do not offer sunscreen at the farm. 

• No Pets – We love pets but they are not allowed on the farm for safety reasons.  Service animals are always welcome but must be on a leash. NO free roaming pets. Thank you!

• Special Needs – If you have unique needs, please alert our staff and we will make every effort to make your visit to the farm as enjoyable as possible.

• Children Must Be Monitored At All Times – We love having your entire family out at the farm but it is our absolute priority to keep everyone safe.  Your children must be supervised at all times by an adult while visiting.