Discover a peaceful farm stay at The Slumbering Alpaca in Jireh Hills, perfect for families seeking animal encounters and countryside relaxation. Read more about this charming retreat and farm experience.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, basic mobility needed for farm chores
Wildlife
History
The farm has been in operation for over 50 years, maintaining traditional practices adapted to modern sustainability.
Conservation
The farm promotes eco-friendly practices, including composting, organic gardening, and biodiversity preservation.
Jireh Hills Family Homestead
Discover a peaceful farm stay at The Slumbering Alpaca in Jireh Hills, perfect for families seeking animal encounters and countryside relaxation. Read more about this charming retreat and farm experience.
Jireh Hills Family Homestead is a family-run farmstay and education homestead located in Alvinston, Ontario. It offers a mix of overnight stays, hands-on workshops, and animal encounters designed for families, groups, homeschoolers, and learners of all ages. Accommodation options include two nature lodges — “The Slumbering Alpaca,” a newly constructed lodge with modern comforts, and “The Sleepy Goat” — plus a 32' glamping RV called the “House on Wheels” available mid‑April through late October. Overnight guests can also choose farm camping with BYO RV or off‑grid sites.
Onsite experiences focus on practical skills and farm connection: hands‑on cheesemaking classes teach fresh feta, cheddar, and kefir and include traditional goat milking; a goat’s‑milk soap workshop offers “farm to tub” crafting; and goat‑keeping classes introduce basic animal husbandry. Animal encounters include goat snuggles, alpaca meet‑and‑greets, pony rides for children, equine encounters for adults, and the family favorite “Whiskers, Hooves & Paws” farm immersion tour.
Educational programming includes the Little Farmers fall session (four weekly classes) and the “Kindred Co‑op” homeschool farm school experience. Several programs are customizable for special needs and support local children’s programs. Jireh Hills emphasizes hands‑on learning, small‑group experiences, and authenticity—combining comfortable lodging, practical workshops, and supervised animal interaction in a rural Ontario setting. The homestead provides safe, guided interactions with animals, clear pre-booking information, and optional add-ons like goat milk soap making and adult equine grooming sessions. Visitors often combine an overnight stay with daytime classes to maximize learning and family bonding on the property. Bookings are available seasonally online.
Location
Alvinston, Ontario
Rural getaway in Alvinston, Ontario
Accommodations
Lodges, RV, Camping
Nature lodge, glamping RV, off‑grid sites
Experiences
13 offerings
Workshops, tours, and animal encounters
Education
Farm school programs
Little Farmers & homeschooling options
Book a nature lodge, the glamping RV, or a farm workshop — family-friendly bookings and seasonal availability.
Engage in farm chores
Participate in feeding, cleaning, and gardening for an authentic farm experience.
Stay for sunset
Enjoy scenic views of the hills and wildlife during evening hours.
Bring farm-appropriate footwear
Wear sturdy shoes suitable for farm activities and outdoor walking.
Book soap-making in advance
Reserve your spot for goat’s milk soap crafting to ensure participation.
Sturdy Shoes
Necessary for farm chores and outdoor activities.
Layers of comfortable clothing
Prepare for varying weather and farm work.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Protect yourself during outdoor activities.
summer
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during farm chores and outdoor exploring.