Goat House Farm Volunteers
Volunteer on the farm for $5 per night (the least Hipcamp will let us charge!).
Requirements: Work four hours on any day (for every two day stay, eight for four, etc) doing chores around the farm: cleaning the barn and pasture, clearing trails, weeding and harvesting, fence repairs, etc. No experience needed!
The remainder of the time is yours to just hang ou
Volunteer on the farm for $5 per night (the least Hipcamp will let us charge!).
Requirements: Work four hours on any day (for every two day stay, eight for four, etc) doing chores around the farm: cleaning the barn and pasture, clearing trails, weeding and harvesting, fence repairs, etc. No experience needed!
The remainder of the time is yours to just hang out, paddle the lake, fish, or do some hiking on the nearby trails!
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Come and de-stress by snuggling our goats. These bouncing bundles of joy are guaranteed to make you smile! We also have chickens, peacocks, honeybees, and even a pig. Beautiful sunsets on the lake!
We are a located in a rural area of Tallahassee, along the Florida Big Bend Scenic Byway and surrounded by the beautiful Lake Talquin State Forest. Great fishing and hiking trails and beautiful sunsets. Two Trailwalkers and one Trailtrotter trails are just minutes away. There is also a 10-mile Lines Bike Trail. See trail maps in our photos!
Be sure and ask us about the availability of group yoga classes during your stay! If we have classes when you are here, there is no charge for volunteers! You can also look up Goat House Farm and find our yoga schedule and private class info on our website! (note: we do not book stays outside of Hipcamp, so please don't email us from there to book!).
If we are showing booked for the dates you would like to visit us, please drop us a message. Often the calendar here conflicts with our listings on other sites and we can probably fit you in!!
Note that we have multiple sites available. Our tent sites are scattered on the property map to allow for multiple bookings, but you can choose from any of the sites available when you arrive - some nestled in the forest easement or in the goat pasture with the goats! Please let us know if you are van camping so we can save a parking spot for you. Because we rely on RV workcampers, we generally do not have RV spots available, but ask us!
We provide water, wifi, laundry, fresh eggs, and fresh fruits and veggies for the picking when in season.
We have a small outdoor kitchen area with grill, stove, utensils, and picnic table.
There is also a common room with sofas, laundry, fridge, microwave, tv, coffee pot, and kettle.
We have a small bath house with hot shower and a composting toilet. Soap, shampoo, conditioner, and fresh towels provided.
There is a communal fire pit and some sites allow a small campfire at the site. Please bring your own in state firewood, pick some up at the way in from Country Feed Store on Highway 20, or you can buy a bundle here for $5/bundle.
Check-in/Check-out time is flexible depending upon concurrent bookings!
Dogs welcome at all sites, but in the pasture. Pets must be leashed during the day when our chickens free range.
Please arrive before 7:00pm EST FIRM. Remember, there is an hour time change if coming from the west. Late arrivals interfere with our milking routine and if you arrive late, we cannot greet you.
Things you should bring:
Lighting - flashlights, lantern, etc
Trash bag for your site (pack it in, pack it out, please - we have garbage and recycling receptacles)
Refillable water bottles
Sunscreen if you plan to be out on the lake
Bug Spray
Clothing/shoes you don't mind getting dirty
We are located at the end of a bumpy 3/4 mile dirt road off Highway 20/Blountstown Hwy on the lake. Part of the road is paved, but most is dirt and we are prone to flooding after more than a couple of days of hard rain. We have several cars in the neighborhood that don't have a problem on the road, but - full disclosure! If bumpy dirt roads bother you, our road in is not for you. We - and most of our guests - think it is worth it.
We are about twenty five minutes from FSU stadium - straight shot! We love to host students and parents!
Feel free to message if you have questions! The herd looks forward to meeting you!!
- Check in: After 11AM
- Check out: Before 12PM
- Cancellation policy: Moderate
- On arrival: Meet and greet
- Minimum nights: 2
- Accepts bookings: 9 months out Weeknight discount: 50% off
- Response rate: 100%
You know what would make this trip even better?
Take advantage of these offers available to add to your trip to Goat House Farm Volunteers
Handcrafted goat milk soap
Available in a variety of fragrances. Make great gifts.

All About the Goats!
Do girls have beards and horns? Why do goats have four stomachs? Why are thei...Read more

All About the Bees
45 minute session all about our bees. We'll learn how bees live their daily ...Read more

1/2 Dozen Homemade Biscuits
Served with our own honey butter!

Regular Goat Yoga
Please check ahead for schedule BEFORE reserving, which is generally every ot...Read more

Companion Animal Fee
Please book only one fee even with multiple animals. Note: we charge a compan...Read more
Tent Rental. $15 plus $50 Deposit
Includes 4-person camping tent, 1 gear loft, 8 steel tent stakes, 2 sleeping ...Read more
Activities
Offered on the Host's property or nearby.
Biking
Off-road bicyclists can enjoy the open roads on Lake Talquin State Forest; however, they are not permitted on designated hiking...Read more
Boating
Canoes, kayaks and power boats are allowed on Lake Talquin which provides access to great freshwater fishing, bird watching and...Read more
Fishing
Some of the best fishing is on Lake Talquin! Lake Talquin has largemouth and striped bass, crappie, bream, pickerel (commonly ...Read more
Hiking
Property sits against Lake Talquin Forest with a short hiking trail right off the driveway! We are also near the Bear Creek Tr...Read more
Horseback riding
Horseback riders are welcome on open roads in the forest, and the Fort Braden Tract contains a 12-mile designated equestrian tr...Read more
Paddling
You are welcome to use our two kayaks to paddle the lake!
Wildlife watching
Many types of wildlife make their home on the lake, including the red-shouldered hawk, bobcat, coyote, osprey, white-tailed dee...Read more
Terrain
Natural features you'll find at Goat House Farm Volunteers in Florida.
Forest
Lake Talquin State Forest is composed of 10 main tracts of land, along with several smaller tracts. Most of the forest adjoins ...Read more
Lake
Lake Talquin is a 10,000 acre reservoir that was formed by the damming of the Ochlockonee River in 1927. It derives its name fr...Read more
Swimming hole
You can swim in the lake and many people do (including me!), but be conscious that alligators do live in the lake.
Farm
We raise a variety of goats primarily for dairy and as pets. You are welcome to hang out with the goats during your stay and, ...Read more
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10 Reviews
We loved Goat House Farm! We volunteered and in return had a lovely place to stay, a wonderful communal area with a fire, welcoming host and plenty of down time to play with the goats, including the cutest baby goats, and chat to other volunteers. It was our kid's favourite camp spot in America (and we've been here 7 months!).




My second time here, and certainly not my last. I would go out of my way to visit Melissa's Goat Farm. The people are always friendly, tasks are fun to help with, and the animals are special to be around. Can't wait to return.
omg this is the best place to congregate if you traveling. you can meet a lot of like-minded travelers here. Melissa has build a wonderful community and she is everyone that works on this farm is so nice and giving. I don’t feel adequately eloquent to review so go and experience this first hand. goats=yes! houdini the pig=yes! wonderful community=yes!
The farm is a great experience and everyone was warm and welcoming. It’s a rustic experience but great for the experienced camper and someone isn’t afraid to get their hands dirty. Tried goat yoga for the first time! Soo fun! Melissa and her crew are a great bunch!
Melissa is a wonderful, generous host. She’s kind enough to offer homemade jams, biscuits and fresh eggs as Saturday breakfast for campers and cabin renters alike. This is a great place to recharge in the delight of goats and humans. Goat House Farm is warm, inviting, and relaxed!



Melissa was a very attentive and helpful host. She knows her animals personally and individually and is wonderful at helping others to enjoy them too. A special place for love of all things feathered and furry.
Melissa was welcoming, a great communicator, and informative. The farm is cozy. The other campers that we spoke to were warm and friendly. The peacocks were beautiful, the baby goats were cute, and the pig was friendly. The lake was beautiful. That towels and shampoo and conditioner that were available in the bathroom next to the shower were a nice touch. We were grateful that the toilet, shower, potable water, outdoor kitchen, community fire pit, and indoor communal area were all available. It is very cool that Melissa offers opportunities to volunteer as a way of camping at the farm. Thanks, Melissa.
Lovely place, wake up to goats!!
Goat Farm House was super cool. I loved waking up to the sounds of all the goats. My boyfriend became really freaked out by the Florida spiders so we did not get to spend the time on the farm we had planned to, but overall it was such a lovely stay. 10/10 would go back.
- Property
- Goat House Farm
- State
- Florida
- Country
- United States
- $5/night
- 3 Sites