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Learn about animals and enjoy the enchanting Coltsfoot Valley, Connecticut, USA
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: 6 May 2025
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Left by Workawayer (Theano) for host
Where to begin….it’s difficult to put into words! I stayed at Tommy's place for 3 weeks, all the memories I have from this place I will forever hold them into my heart! Everyday the scenery was different, the valley there is a magical place and the cows make everything more peaceful and relaxing. I got the chance to make some woodworking projects
… read more and renovate the barn, also taste very good cheese, swin at the lake and had some very nice hikes. Tommy is funny, caring, warm, and very welcoming. I got to meet almost everyone in Cornwall had dinners together and tell so many stories. I will definitely go back whenever I have the chance again. Molte grazie Tommy!
Left by host for Workawayer (James)
Was a pleasure having James working on my farm. He was very helpful with everything from cooking and cleaning to manual labor on the farm. We also became good friends! I hope to see him again in both of our travels. :)
Left by Workawayer (James) for host
Best Workaway I've been to in the States! Beautiful place, cool project, and Tommy is a swell guy. He enjoys the company of others and knows how to work hard!
Left by Workawayer (Valeria) for host
This was a great place for my first workaway! Even though my stay was short I had a great experience! Tommy is definitely a great host and amazing person. His energy and love for its farm Is contagious and its a wonderful place to stay, learn and enjoy! Go for the hike, its great too! Thank you for everything Tommy.
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Left by Workawayer (Theano) for host
Where to begin….it’s difficult to put into words! I stayed at Tommy's place for 3 weeks, all the memories I have from this place I will forever hold them into my heart! Everyday the scenery was different, the valley there is a magical place and the cows make everything more peaceful and relaxing. I got the chance to make some woodworking projects
… read more and renovate the barn, also taste very good cheese, swin at the lake and had some very nice hikes. Tommy is funny, caring, warm, and very welcoming. I got to meet almost everyone in Cornwall had dinners together and tell so many stories. I will definitely go back whenever I have the chance again. Molte grazie Tommy!
Left by host for Workawayer (James)
Was a pleasure having James working on my farm. He was very helpful with everything from cooking and cleaning to manual labor on the farm. We also became good friends! I hope to see him again in both of our travels. :)
Left by Workawayer (James) for host
Best Workaway I've been to in the States! Beautiful place, cool project, and Tommy is a swell guy. He enjoys the company of others and knows how to work hard!
Left by Workawayer (Valeria) for host
This was a great place for my first workaway! Even though my stay was short I had a great experience! Tommy is definitely a great host and amazing person. His energy and love for its farm Is contagious and its a wonderful place to stay, learn and enjoy! Go for the hike, its great too! Thank you for everything Tommy.
You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by host for Workawayer (Tyler)
Tyler is a great guy, always positive and eager to work. I really enjoyed the time with him and wish i could have provided more experience because I could tell he was ready to soak up everything that came his way. Hope to see you again!
Left by Workawayer (Tyler) for host
Place was magnificent! Tom was a great host and showed us his cheese making operation. As a guy who wants to also get into homesteading/farming, this was a great look into just how much effort goes into it. We helped Tom build trellises for his tomatoes in the garden, cleaned out his barn and pasture, weedwhacked around the perimeter of his
… read more fencing, and cooked some meals. The place is in a beautiful area that is very quiet and easy to get stuck at. The pace of life is slower and better all around. Shared some good convos with Tom and really valued my time here. I wish you well man. You may even see me return at some point to help you with the barn Demo. Highly recommend this workaway.You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by Workawayer (Sophie) for host
I cannot recommend Tommy's farm enough! I spent about ten days there and it has impacted me in ways I couldn't have imagined. The Valley is GORGEOUS, truly one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen. During my stay, I visited the town beach (Cornwall itself is super fun to explore!), Kent Falls State Park, the Cornwall Co-op Farmer's Market,
… read more the Cornwall Public Library, the brook that runs through the valley, and Tommy took me to a neighborhood bonfire at a neighboring farm! My tasks on the farm were a combination of animal care (cleaning the barn, feeding, filling water), clearing out the larger barn, and gardening. Coming from the city, it was great to have time to connect to nature, animals, and the earth. Life on the farm teaches you to appreciate the small things. I'm excited to go back!You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by Workawayer (Karissa) for host
The beauty of this farm and the valley is reason enough to do this Workaway, and Tom is such a wonderful host too. He is so humble and patient and understands what it is to be a Workawayer and a host which I think is important. It is a wonderful experience to come here and experience “farm-life” (haha). For the cute cows, the wine, the soon to be
… read more cheese, the garden, the landscape, and the company, this farm is a place you want to experience, and I can’t wait to get some time off to go back.Left by host for Workawayer (Karissa)
It was so lovely to have Karissa at the farm! She brings such beautiful energy to every moment, and is willing to work hard when needed. I hope she decides to come back and choose the farm-life this summer :)
Left by host for Workawayer (Moira)
Moira was wonderful to have on the farm even though it was a short stay! She was very easy going and was a huge help prepping the garden beds for planting. I hope to have her on the farm again this summer. :)
Left by Workawayer (Moira) for host
Staying at Tommy’s farm was a refreshing experience. As a first-time workawayer I felt very comfortable and learned a lot from Tommy during my short stay. There were a variety of tasks to complete during the day with a healthy balance of fresh air, nutritious food, and wine. General tasks included clearing the garden and tending to the cow’s
… read more needs. I most enjoyed conversing and cooking with Tommy, interacting with the cows and cats, and enjoying the downtime in nature. The location provides a beautiful view of the valley and mountains, with nearby hiking trails. Tommy is a patient, welcoming and insightful host and I look forward to returning.You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
I quickly realized I could trust Mark with taking care of the animals, bringing them out to pasture and keeping them watered while I had to go off and deliver hay. He spent a total of 2 months with his dog named Cow and both of them became a big part of the farm. I hope to see you again one day in Cornwall. :) Thank you Mark!
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
It was hard to leave the Farm. This place is incredible. Tommy is such a great host and I honestly consider him a friend. The farm is peaceful and there is always something to do, whether it’s tearing down a shed, prying nails, watering the cows, expanding the garden, work here is always fun and dinners together are filled with lively conversation
… read more and laughter(and good wine!) When you’re not working, a walk around Cornwall Village, perhaps to the Saturday morning farmer’s market, or a hike along the Mohawk Trail were my favorite ways to pass the time. The people here are very welcoming, and I learned a lot. I sincerely hope to be back here soon! Thank you Tommy.You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by host for Workawayer (Katie)
Katie stayed at the farm for around 3 weeks and I loved every second of it. She provided an energy that would shine a light on the important things and make you laugh during the frivolous moments. Not only would she hop and skip to start working on something with the group but she could also handle lots of down time, given a quiet corner and a
… read more book. I would have her back anytime! Thanks so much Katie :)
Left by Workawayer (Katie) for host
The farm is a sanctuary. Cornwall is such a sweet village with kind locals, and the valley the farm is in is absolutely serene (dare you to go for a night time stargaze walk through the valley!). You'll get to know the cows, and let me tell you those girls are wild 🤠! Tommys super chill and down to Earth, he's got jokes too 🌝 The house is pretty
… read more fun, people pass thru quite a bit, so you'll get to connect with the locals, AT Hikers, and most likely other workawayers! The work is ever changing, my experience mostly consisted of feeding, mucking, moving the cows out to the pasture, cooking, tending to the house, tending to the garden. You'll have quite a bit of down time too, I read the library's collection of Kurt Vonnegut Novels! & Just FYI Tommys a total craftsman, that wine he mentions is delicious 🌈! I left uplfted and my time here'll live on as a fond memory ✨!You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by Workawayer (Drew) for host
I had an amazing time on Tommy’s farm! Tommy’s a kind, easygoing guy who clearly cares a lot about his animals, his project, and the workawayers who stay with him. There are plenty of fun farm tasks to help out with, and when you’re not working you can go on magical hikes, visit the library, and of course hang out with the sweet sweet cows! I
… read more would definitely recommend staying here to anyone :)You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by host for Workawayer (Drew)
Drew was very helpful during her stay and made an effort to get the most out of the experience. I hope to see her again on the farm one day! Thanks drew :)
Left by host for Workawayer (Lillian)
Oh my goodness I miss your scones, pies and breads! Not only does she love baking and cooking for people...Lillian also shared her huge heart and sense of humor with everyone here at the farm. When she left after a month on the farm there was a huge void that I don't think can ever be filled until she decides to visit again. I miss you already
… read more Lillian and I hope you enjoy your travels in France :)
- Tommy
Left by Workawayer (Lillian) for host
I spent the past month at Tommy's farm, and I left having had one of the most impactful times of my life to date. Tommy's enormous heart influences everything about the Workaway experience. He shows tremendous care for his animals, takes care to show his workawayers the area, and emphasizes his love for family via nightly family dinners which
… read more often last up to 2 hours. In our first few days, he played guitar for me, invited me to a neighborhood bonfire, and brought me to a local ice cream shop. Later in the month we went to the family pizzeria and a local chocolate making farm! Each Saturday, we got pastries at the local farmers' market. The farm acts as a staple of the community, and as a workawayer, you become part of that community quickly if you give yourself to the experience.
The work consists of 4-5 hours each day during the work week. There are consistent chores to be done -- milking, washing buckets, watering and feeding animals, moving cows to the valley -- but also larger tasks which change daily. During my time, we demolished a shed, harvested squash, made wine, cleaned the barn and hay loft, mucked, reinsulated the attic, and much more. This will of course also depend on the season in which you stay. This farm best suits itself to self-starters. We joked that people have to "really want" the work, but that's true. Take initiative, and go for it! There's always tasks to be done, and if you work hard, you will really feel like you fully participated in the experience. After your work time, the rest of the day is yours! There's a craft room in the library, an INCREDIBLE 12 mile hike, lots of running trails, a waterfall to explore, and many places to read. My favorite was baking scones for people passing in and out of the house.
The house, the farm, and Cornwall itself are beautiful. During sunrise and sunset, a thick layer of fog covers the valley and surrounding mountains, and I spent many mornings and evenings watching it from the porch.
I cannot recommend this farm enough, and I will absolutely be visiting again once I get back to school.You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by host for Workawayer (Douglas)
Was a pleasure to have Douglas stay for a few months at the farm. On top of helping with whatever the day asks for, he is also a very talented artist, guitar player and amazing cook. Hope to host him again one day! Buon Viaggo Douglas!
Left by Workawayer (Douglas) for host
What a wonderful place, wonderful host and wonderful animals! Tommy is good guy who has a lot to teach everybody. The family pizza place is god. I can't imagine anyone not enjoying this place. Plus theres a library a stones throw away. Really beautiful, really cool - can't recommend it enough people!!
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Left by Workawayer (Richard & Sthefani) for host
Tommy was an awesome host who offered us a very relaxed experience at his farm as well as in his home. The day to day was spent milking/walking the cows to pastres, feeding the ducks and calfs, as well as working on one of the many projects Tommy will have thought up for you. Dont worry though, because it wont take long an the rest of the day is
… read more yours!
There are a few towns nearby (10-15 miles away) as well as the Appalachian Trail only about 8 miles away. During our stay of 5 days we met 2 hikers who came by overnight to rest, shower, hang out. His home is like a revolving door for new folks coming in and out, it was great to be a part of!You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by host for Workawayer (Richard & Sthefani)
Wonderful couple and was a pleasure hanging out with them. Best of luck on your new travels/adventures!
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