Larsen Apple Barn

Came along with the family to experience all the hype about apple hill.
What a let down.
Walked into a bare, improvised, cold room where the only source of warmth was a ‘heat dish’ poorly placed on the counter by the register. After successfully ordering (cashier was wanting to order for me) and paying and standing the direct heat, I walked to the cold, metal, outdoor chairs they had inside.
Got a sandwich, and it tastes normal. I mean, who can really screw up a sandwich? Got the salad, it was ok, the star, not unsurprisingly, was the apple. Still, for 8.50 nothing to rave about. Hot apple cider tasted watered down. Redemption, or so I thought at the time, came in the form of a warm slice of classic apple pie with warm sweet sauce on top of it. Even though the crust was miserable (not buttery nor flaky) it was good, so I bought a whole pie to go.
Got home, and for a second I thought I had gotten a frozen pie. The whole crust was like wet paper, and the bottom was bland and doughy. Again, the redeeming part was the apples. But it makes me think– should they get credit for the apples that just happen to grow in that region, while the rest of their products suck?
I think not.

Love Larsen’s! Lot’s of apples by the boxes ready to pick up and other great items like pears, nuts, baked goods, Deli and a museum. They have picnic tables out front a large water wheel great for a picture op (don’t forget your selfie stick)
frozen pies to take home and bake sooo yummy

Date: 10÷7÷2015 Time: 11:45 AM 68° Sunny
After departing from High Hill Ranch on the tour bus, our group headed to the Larsen Apple Barn.
The visit to this locale was mainly for the Larsen Pioneer Museum. Per the tour guide, on display were six generations of family history, going all the way back to over 160 years ago — to about 1852. Wow… it was amazing to see all the old machinery and equipment used to harvest the apple crop. Also Larsen Apple Barn is the longest family owned operating apple farm in the area. They have over 20 varieties of apples along with pears, grapes, dried fruits, juices, etc., a café and bake shop, a picnic area (available by reservation) and an area for a private wedding (also available by reservation). They are also pet friendly.
The first thing I noticed about Larsen Apple Barn was the quietness and serenity. It was less crowded than High Hill Ranch. The waterwheel, the vintage vehicle, the log cabin in the back part of the museum were memories of the past during simpler times.
This place is a must see if you’re in the Apple Hill area. They’re open from Sunday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, August 31 to November 29.
Finally, being a native Californian, I am glad and very grateful that my husband and I were on this tour. Otherwise, I would not have known this as part of the history of California. Kudos to all what Larsen Apple Barn has to offer to visitors.