General Information
Where is Montgomery Sky Farm located?
Montgomery Sky Farm is located in Leicester, North Carolina, nestled in the Turkey Creek valley just outside of Asheville in the mountains of Western North Carolina.
Is Montgomery Sky Farm open to the public?
Montgomery Sky Farm is a working farm and nonprofit rehabilitation animal rescue. Our animal family is not a petting zoo, they are rescued, rehabiltated with utmost respect for their space. Visits are available by reservation only through ticketed events, scheduled experiences, or private bookings.
Can I bring my dog to the farm?
We love dogs and appreciate how important they are to our guests. However, due to the safety of our animals, guests, and working guardian livestock operations, pets are not permitted on-site at Montgomery Sky Farm. We appreciate your understanding and help in protecting the wellbeing of all animals in our care.
Experiences + Dining
What types of experiences do you offer?
We offer guided farm tours, creekside picnics, seed-to-table dining experiences, family-style private dinners, seasonal events, and private gatherings including weddings, celebrations, and corporate retreats.
Who prepares the food?
All culinary experiences are led by James Beard Award Finalist Chef Taylor Montgomery, with menus guided by the farm’s seasonal harvest and thoughtfully sourced local ingredients.
What is seed-to-table dining?
Seed-to-table dining reflects our commitment to growing food from the ground up. Many ingredients served are grown on the farm, from preserved seeds to harvest, offering guests a direct connection between land and plate. We encourage diners to think about the last time ingredients were picked the same day and transformed into beautiful creations on a plate.
Do you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes. Dietary accommodations are available with advance notice, including but not limited to vegetarian, vegan and gluten free menus. Please include all dietary needs when booking your experience.
How many guests can you accommodate?
Farm Events are intentionally limited to groups of up to 65 guests, but if you are looking to accommodate more for a private event please email us.
Is there a minimum guest count for picnics?
Yes. Our Farm Tour + Picnic Combo experience requires a minimum of two guests.
The Market + Online Shopping
What is the market and market hours?
Field & Creek is our on property market, where we sell produce we have grown, along with farm merchandise. Market hours vary seasonally and are listed on the Shop The Market page of our website.
Can I shop online?
Yes. A curated selection of market items is available for purchase online, with limited quantities based on seasonal availability.
If I come shop the market, can I see any of the animals?
No, farm tours are not offered from the market, and need to be purchased and reserved in advance.
Bookings + Cancellation Policy
How do I book a private experience or event?
Private experiences and events can be requested through our website inquiry form. Our team will follow up to create a customized experience, we believe in experiences that transcend the ordinary.
Are experiences weather dependent?
Many experiences take place outdoors. In the event of inclement weather, we will communicate any necessary adjustments in advance.
Is the farm family-friendly?
Yes. Select experiences and events are family-friendly, including our annual Easter Egg Hunt, Halloween and Christmas events on the Farm.