There is a working farm about an hour south of Tampa where you can hand-feed goats, wander through pumpkin fields, pick your own strawberries, and yes, pet some very charming mini donkeys. It does not feel like Florida at all, and that is exactly the point.
Hunsader Farms has been drawing families, couples, and grandparents with grandkids in tow for decades, and it keeps getting better with each visit. Whether you go during one of their big seasonal festivals or just stop by on a quiet weekday morning, this place has a way of slowing everything down and reminding you that the best days are often the simplest ones.
Where the Farm Sits and How to Find It
Tucked along the quiet stretch of County Road 675 in Bradenton, Florida, Hunsader Farms sits at 5500 Co Rd 675, Bradenton, right in the heart of Manatee County. From Tampa, the drive takes roughly an hour heading south, and the shift from highway traffic to open farmland happens gradually and pleasantly.
The farm is open most days of the week from 8 AM to 5 PM, with Sunday hours running from 10 AM to 4 PM. You can reach them by phone at 941-322-2168 or check their website at hunsaderfarms.com for updated seasonal schedules and event details…