Farmers Friend - Family Escape + Animal Encounters

An unforgettable unique family escape from the daily grind on this 175 acre farm 1.5 hrs from Chicago suburbs and 30 min from Starved Rock State Park. Voted Top 5 Most Beautiful Places in Illinois. 4 Beds. 1.5 Baths. Wood Fired Pizza, Animals Tours, Volunteer Activities, Regenerative & Organic Agricultural Experiences. Milk a goat, get eggs from Wild Chickens, scamper w/ the sheep! Hike the forest, splash in the creek, dig your hands in the soil, and gaze at the stars. Search for schedule! The space An unforgettable family escape on a working regenerative farm—just 1.5 hours from the Chicago suburbs and 30 minutes from Starved Rock State Park. Voted one of the Top 5 Most Beautiful Places in Illinois, Hungry World Farm offers 175 acres of forests, creeks, pastures, gardens, animals, and sky. This cozy 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath apartment is perfect for families or small groups who want comfort with full access to an immersive, hands-on farm experience. Wake up to birdsong and views of pasture. Spend the day gathering eggs from wild-foraging chickens, helping milk a goat, or learning about regenerative agriculture. In the evening, enjoy a fire under the stars or gather for Saturday wood-fired pizza nights (seasonal). Guests can join daily animal encounters, guided farm tours, and explore miles of hiking trails through forest and prairie. Volunteer opportunities are also available for guests who want to dig in and help—whether in the gardens, with the animals, or building trails. The apartment includes: – 4 bedrooms (sleeps up to 9) – 1.5 baths – Full kitchen – Living & dining space – Private entrance and parking – Proximity to central amenities (Learning Center, gardens, lawn, playground) You’ll also be just steps away from our glamping tents and campsites, making this an ideal home base for multi-family or mixed-style groups. Invite friends to book a nearby tent and enjoy evenings together around the fire—each with their own space. Planning a reunion, retreat, or event? The full farm can accommodate 80+ guests across tents, cabins, apartments, and outdoor spaces. Inquire about full-farm rentals for weddings, retreats, or gatherings that want a meaningful connection to nature, food, and community. Farm Highlights Include: – Baby goat snuggles & sheep pasture walks – Chicken foraging & egg gathering – Regenerative & organic gardens (produce for sale in season) – Forest trails & creek exploration – Educational farm exhibits & seasonal volunteer projects – Bikes & trikes for kids to ride the big farm loop – Pizza night under the stars with live music (select dates) Ready to unplug and reconnect? Search Hungry World Farm online "HungryWorldFarm" to view the calendar, event schedule, and all lodging options. Come for the goats. Stay for the peace. Leave with dirt on your boots and a new kind of full heart.