Zoos

Peaks of Otter Farm

Name: Peaks of Otter Farm
Address: 5792 Peaks Rd, Bedford, VA 24523, Bedford, VA, US
Telephone: (434) 509-9898
Rating: 5

★★★★★ 5 (29 reviews)

📍 5792 Peaks Rd, Bedford, VA 24523

📞 (434) 509-9898

🌐 www.peaksofotterfarm.com

Visit Website 📍 Get Directions

⭐ Want to stand out? Get featured ⭐

About Peaks of Otter Farm

Peaks of Otter Farm is a zoo in Bedford, VA. The farmstay accommodations are housed in a restored 1880s farmhouse with six suites, offering guests a historic lodging experience combined with modern amenities. Rated 5 out of 5 stars by 29 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Farm Stay & Petting Farm
Location: Blue Ridge Mountains, Bedford, Virginia
Highlights: Interactive animal encounters, baby goats, mini donkeys, farm exploration
Accommodations: Six farmhouse suites, restored 1880s home, Airbnb available
Parking: Free parking on property

💡 Did You Know?

🏛️The farmstay accommodations are housed in a restored 1880s farmhouse with six suites, offering guests a historic lodging experience combined with modern amenities
⭐The farm features an unusually diverse collection of animals for a petting farm, including baby goats, mini donkeys, cows, pigs, chickens, ducks, collies, and emus, functioning as a full petting zoo
⭐The property is situated near the Blue Ridge Parkway with mountain views and proximity to Peaks of Otter Recreation Area and Sharp Top Trail, combining agritourism with access to major scenic attractions

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Plan to stay overnight at the farmhouse to maximize your experience with the animals. Guests rave about waking up to farm sounds and mountain views, and the overnight stay allows unlimited time to interact with and feed the animals throughout your visit.
💡Bring or plan to purchase feed and fruit to hand-feed the animals. Multiple reviews highlight that providing feed directly to the animals (goats, donkeys, cows, and others) was a standout interactive experience, so come prepared with appropriate foods.
💬Arrive after 3:00 PM for check-in and plan to stay until 10:00 AM checkout to fully experience the farm animals during daylight hours. The extended time allows you to observe and interact with the variety of animals (goats, mini donkeys, collies, chickens, ducks, pigs, cows) without time pressure.
💡Take advantage of the fire pit in the evening for relaxation after your farm animal interactions. This provides a peaceful way to end your day while still enjoying the mountain views and farm atmosphere.