Saunders Bros., Inc.
Contact & location
Piney River, VA
Where Saunders Bros., Inc. is located
Saunders Bros., Inc. is tucked into Virginia, on the outskirts of Piney River. It's one of a handful of working apple farms in this part of the state that still opens the rows to visitors each fall.
From Piney River center, 2717 Tyebrook Highway is a short drive on county roads. Weekend traffic can back up near the entrance on peak fall Saturdays, arriving before 11 a.m. usually skips the wait.
Once you're in the area, downtown Piney River has the usual stops for lunch or coffee before or after picking. Locals often pair the orchard with a bakery run or a walk through town.
Weather at Saunders Bros., Inc.
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
Resource for farm-fresh fruit, jarred goods & other treats, plus annuals, perennials & & shrubs. Other available products include apple butter, jams and jellies, cider and baskets.
If you're looking for U-Pick near Piney River, VA, Saunders Bros., Inc. is one of the working orchards in the area. The page pulls hours, address, and any confirmed varieties or activities into one place so you don't have to chase them across five sites.
Apple Picking at Saunders Bros., Inc.
Saunders Bros., Inc. sells pre-picked apples from the farm stand rather than offering U-Pick.
On-Farm Activities
Best Time to Visit
Apple season at Saunders Bros., Inc. tracks the rest of Virginia. Most fruit ripens between late August and late October. If you can only make one trip, late September through early October gives you the best odds of finding both early and mid-season apples on the trees at the same time.
Saturdays fill up fast once the first frost hits. Sunday afternoons and any weekday morning are noticeably calmer if you'd rather not queue at the register.
What to Bring
- • Cash (backup for the farm stand)
- • Closed-toe walking shoes
- • A light jacket or flannel
- • Sunscreen and a hat
- • Water bottles for the walk
- • Reusable bags for the ride home
- • A camera or phone charged for photos
- • Small bills for cider and donuts
Where Saunders Bros., Inc. is located
Saunders Bros., Inc. is tucked into Virginia, on the outskirts of Piney River. It's one of a handful of working apple farms in this part of the state that still opens the rows to visitors each fall.
From Piney River center, 2717 Tyebrook Highway is a short drive on county roads. Weekend traffic can back up near the entrance on peak fall Saturdays, arriving before 11 a.m. usually skips the wait.
Once you're in the area, downtown Piney River has the usual stops for lunch or coffee before or after picking. Locals often pair the orchard with a bakery run or a walk through town.
Weather at Saunders Bros., Inc.
Live forecast for the orchard's location, check conditions before you head out to pick.
Frequently Asked Questions
What else is there to do at Saunders Bros., Inc.?+
Beyond picking, Saunders Bros., Inc. offers apples, fruit, apple butter, jams, jellies, cider, and more.
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