Comments from past visitors:
“Thistlestone Farm is a wonderful location to practice plein air, (painting on location). This working farm offers lots of inspiring subjects including sheep, one regal Llama, birds, turtles, three ponds, hiking trails, open pastures, woodlands, barns, outbuildings as well as old and new farm machinery. Chairs and benches have been placed in especially scenic locations around the ponds. Even if your visit includes rainy days the enclosed porch and living room of The Farmhouse offer wonderful views. There’s lots of original art, antiques and quirky objects to inspire artwork too. In the Shepherds Cottage the classroom has tables and lots of windows with a library to give you a comfortable and dry place to make art too. The congenial host has pandemic protocols in place to protect your health, which I greatly appreciate. He’s an enthusiastic farmer, educator and artist which contributes to making this a special place to practice your own art. I think it would work well for small groups or couples. It’s an inspiring place to paint.” Jan: April 2022
“Just wonderful. The hospitality, the space, the furnishings and the gift of a real home to nestle and meditate.” Chris. February 2014
“Thank you for creating this tranquil place away from the noise of the city. A real treat. A home away from home. I can’t wait to return”. Jennifer. March 2014
“We had a wonderful experience. Thank you for sharing your beautiful farm. I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting a beautiful stay outside the city”. Mauren. August 2014
“We had a fantastic time in your peaceful oasis and you have a great spot for retreats for all types of fiber lovers”. Christine and Carla. September 2014
“Thank you so much for your hospitality. We loved the accommodation and beautiful piece of land!”. Taylor and Ashley. June 2014
“We only got to stay for two nights, walking the Bruce Trail. The dock is a beautiful and peaceful spot. Can’t wait to come back!” Greg. September 2014
“What a wonderful celebration. The entire family has fallen in love with Thistlestone Farm. We cannot wait to come back for another tranquil family weekend”. Avi/Amanda October 2015
“Thank you so much for opening up your beautiful home to us. Everything about our stay was perfect. We would love to stay again”. Liz/Geoff 2016
“Enjoyed staying on the farm. We enjoyed the farmhouse and all the amenities. Billiards, a movie and the Farmer almanac!”. Stephen and Eric. June 2016 (England).
“We had a beautiful time of solidarity, growth and friendship here this weekend. Thanks for the fire!” Veena, Kay and Bob. February 2017
‘This has been a great stopover on Bruce Trail Trek. It was really comfortable and your hospitality made it a truly memorable stay”. Phil. England 2017
‘Thanks for a tremendous week on your farm. It was the perfect place for our large extended family. Hospitality was first class!”. Brewsters. 2017
“We came from all over the world for a reunion. The farm to us was the essence of Canadian living.” Catherine 2017 (France).
“What a wonderful spot you have. We thoroughly enjoyed the lovely front porch with views of the ponds at sunset. The bonfire was a great bonus!” We chose your sheep farm to stay as we have been walking the Bruce Trail the past three days. ‘The Bruce Trail Group’. Kim, Gigi, Silvana, Louise, Barb and Beth. July 2019
“What a welcoming home away from home. Thanks for a warm and comfortable place to land”. Liz 2019
“Thank you for hosting us! great place to stay and beautiful property. We had a great time and will be back with our kids sometime soon!! Greg and Kristi. August 2019