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Homesteads for Hope - Community Farm

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Homesteads for Hope - Community Farm is a farm visit destination in Rochester, New York, useful for seasonal produce, stands, and agri-tourism stops. Rated 4.9 from 156 reviews. Confirm hours before you go.

About this farm

Homesteads for Hope - Community Farm is a farm visit destination in Rochester, New York, useful for seasonal produce, stands, and agri-tourism stops.

It holds a 4.9 rating across 156 public reviews.

Today (Sunday) is listed as 10 AM–4 PM. Hours can change with harvest and weather.

Dogs allowed

Identifies as disability-ownedIdentifies as women-ownedOn-site servicesWheelchair-accessible car parkWheelchair-accessible entranceWheelchair-accessible seatingWheelchair-accessible toiletGender-neutral toiletsLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safe spaceFree parking lotDogs allowed

Location

Find Homesteads for Hope - Community Farm at 2185 Manitou Rd, Rochester, NY 14606, United States. Plus Code: 56PW+H6 Rochester, New York, USA.

2185 Manitou Rd , Rochester , New York 14606 , US

Hours

Local time (America/New_York). Hours can change with harvest and weather — confirm before you go.

Closed now Today · Sunday

10 AM–4 PM

Monday

10 AM–6 PM

Tuesday

10 AM–6 PM

Wednesday

10 AM–6 PM

Thursday

10 AM–8 PM

Friday

10 AM–6 PM

Saturday

10 AM–4 PM

Sunday · today

10 AM–4 PM

Before you go

A short checklist so the trip feels easy — especially helpful for first-time u-pick visits in New York.

  • Check whether this stop is a stand, orchard tour, or full farm experience before you arrive.
  • Call or check the website for today’s picking conditions — mud, rain, and sold-out fields are common.
  • Arrive earlier in the day for cooler weather and better selection during peak weekends.
  • Cash still helps at smaller stands even when cards are accepted.

Amenities & details

Attributes pulled from the listing data. Confirm anything important (pets, accessibility, payments) with the farm.

From the business

  • • Identifies as disability-owned
  • • Identifies as women-owned

Service options

  • • On-site services

Accessibility

  • • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Amenities

  • • Gender-neutral toilets

Crowd

  • • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • • Transgender safe space

Parking

  • • Free parking lot

Pets

  • • Dogs allowed

Photos

4 photos from the listing plus visitor snaps below in reviews. Click any item for a full preview — videos play in the viewer.

What visitors say

156 reviews on file · showing 8 visitor notes from the listing data.

“Homesteads for Hope has the best CSA in the region serving organic, fresh picked veggies. You won't regret becoming a member, i promise! The CSA crew will greet you with pride as they help you bag up veggies that they helped to plant, grow, harvest and prepare. Veggies are just one part of your membership. You also become a part of a caring community that supports individuals with disabilities thrive. And there are fun events through the year you get to attend too! Join us 😀”

Lilu · ★ 5 · 5 years ago · Google

“Biggest freshest blackberries found here as well as other fresh local produce including peaches, corn, lettuce, mint, garlic, cucumbers, & tomatoes. Really friendly staff to assist and explain their basket program to get fresh fruits, veggies, and herbs every week. On Wednesday they even have crafts, jams, antiques, and a couple food trucks from 4-7pm”

“The property is beautiful and the staff are the best! I love visiting the cafe’ as well. There are always special treats for me to purchase, including beautiful fresh picked flowers. The Thursday night events are a great place for the whole family to relax and enjoy the property.”

“Homesteads for Hope had me from my first visit! There is so much to be part of and to take part in yet the pace is casual and non-pressured. Truly a place for everyone, Homesteads for Hope is a little slice of heaven right around the corner. Visit once ...you'll be back!”

“This is a WONDERFUL place! A true gem! Beautiful farm right on the canal. Fresh produce for sale, live music, food trucks... Loved it! I'd give it an infinite number of stars!”

“First time coming and it was so nice!!! There was also live music too with tons of seating. I would come again next year to pick more flowers!”

SKEFly · ★ 5 · 3 years ago · Google

“Nice stop while biking the Erie Canal Trail with food and music for good causes.”

“Great... A must see. Relaxing atmosphere. Friendly and accommodating staff.”

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FAQ

Is this a u-pick farm?

It may be a farm stand, orchard visit, or agri-tourism stop. Check the website or call ahead for picking rules.

Where is Homesteads for Hope - Community Farm?

2185 Manitou Rd, Rochester, NY 14606, United States Plus Code 56PW+H6 Rochester, New York, USA.

What are today’s hours?

Sunday: 10 AM–4 PM. Full weekly hours are listed above.

Is it accessible?

Listing notes include: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet. Field paths can still be uneven — ask the farm about current conditions.

How do I get there?

Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn navigation to 43.18642, -77.75442. Street View is also linked above so you can preview the entrance.

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