farm stay , also: farmstay

A farm stay (or farmstay) is any type of accommodation on a working farm.

There is also a rise in rural tourism (farm stays, etc.)

The Insiders - A reflection of childhood days spent at orphanages and farm stays.

Some farm stays may be interactive.

Farm stays have been a growing trend in Europe at least since the 1980s, particularly in Italy, where they are called agriturismo.

In the meantime, just to whet your wanderlust, here's a brief snapshot of this idyllic Tennessee farm stay.

Agritourism has different definitions in different parts of the world, and sometimes refers specifically to farm stays, as in Italy.

Farm stays are now growing in popularity in other parts of the world as well, especially Australia, Asia, and North America.

Special parks allow kids to learn by playing; along food-oil-and-wine paths can be found restaurants, farm stays and suggestions to enjoy good food and great locations.

Farm stay can encompass participation on a working farm, or a more conventional rental that happens to be co-located on a farm.

The term "farm stay" can also describe a work exchange agreement, where the guest works a set number of hours per week in exchange for free or affordable accommodation.

The following companies generally include in the price most meals, bikes, a support vehicle (so you can shorten any day's itinerary) and lodging in hotels, motels or farm stays.

There are many tours, farm stays, guest houses and other opportunities available for visitors to experience this region, which is about a 90 minute drive from Brisbane or the Gold Coast.

B Map At first sight this small restaurant looks a little starchy, with its crisp white tablecloths and plain wooden chairs, but in fact the atmosphere is closer to a homely ferme auberge (farm stay) than a gourmet restaurant.