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Other Local Attractions
We know that many of you have to travel to get to us in Spencer, NY, so if you're looking for some other things to do while you're in the area, listed below are a few suggestions. Simply click on the underlined links for additional information. Safe travels and enjoy your trip, wherever you stop along the way.

Fish Haven Farm, Candor, NY
A family-owned and operated business that's been providing freshwater fish for stocking private ponds, lakes, and streams since 1981. Located on Route 96, only one mile south of Iron Kettle Farm (see their info below) and, for you golfers looking for a new challenge, right next to Catatonk Golf Course. More details, including specific directions, can be found on the Fish Haven Farm website.

Iron Kettle Farm, Candor, NY
Greenhouses full of bedding plants, hanging baskets, and perennials. U-pick strawberries, farm fresh produce, Grandma's Barn gift shop, farm animals, and an annual Spooktacular Pumpkin Display. More info, including directions, can be found on the Iron Kettle website.
Mountain Top Greenhouses, Barton, NY
Annuals, perennials, flowering shrubs, fruit trees, herbs, hanging baskets, and garden statuary. Call 607-687-8823 or email fjc1253@sjfc.edu for more info. If you're coming from Binghamton/Owego, stay on Route 17C and travel west through Owego. As you come down the hill into Tioga Center, turn right onto Halsey Valley Road (if you go over the bridge in Tioga Center, you've gone too far). From there, Mountain Top is just a few miles down on the left. If you're coming from Ithaca, take Route 34/96 to Spencer, turn left onto Route 96 at the flashing red light in Spencer, and then turn right onto Halsey Valley Road just as you leave town. Continue down Halsey Valley Road for ~11 miles and Mountain Top will be on your right.

Plantasia Nursery, Spencer, NY
Specializes in quality container-grown plants. Over 600 varieties of trees, shrubs, perennials, and grasses, including rare and unusual trees and shrubs, dwarf and topiary specimens, as well as commonly-used landscaping plants. Although primarily a wholesale nursery, Plantasia also invites retail customers to visit. Visit the Plantasia Nursery website for more info, including their extensive plant list and directions.

If you're also looking for a nice place to eat while you're out this way, below are a few suggestions for where you might want to grab a bite. Two of these restaurants recently opened right here in Spencer, so you won't have to travel far to enjoy a good meal.

DaVinci's Ristorante, Spencer, NY
Just opened for business in May, 2010. Located right off of Route 34 in the village of Spencer (in the same plaza as the Dollar General store). Order breakfast, lunch, or dinner. We have menus and coupons for them in our free literature rack in the shop, so please help yourself. So far we've only tried the meatball subs and breakfast, but it was good so we'll be going back soon to sample more of the menu.

Highway Dairy Bar, Candor, NY
Great ice cream, as well as various sandwiches from the grill - cheeseburgers, chicken sandwiches, french fries, and more. Outdoor covered eating area. Located on Route 96B, only six miles east of Totalily. Click here for a map. If you're a quilter, be sure to check out Pucky Huddle Delight, a really nice quilting store that's located almost right next door.

Jack's Family Restaurant and Bar, Candor, NY
Check out the Facebook page for Jack's Restaurant for current info on daily specials and hours of operation. Great service and fantastic food! Located right on Route 96, only six-and-a-half miles east of Totalily. While you're visiting us, ask to see a copy of their menu.

Parkview Pizzeria
They just opened in May, 2010, but they already have a loyal following on their Facebook page. Speedy service and good food (so far, everything we've tried there has been GREAT - pizza, subs, calzones, you name it!). Located right in the village of Spencer, next to the Shurfine grocery store. We have menus for them at the shop, so please feel free to ask to see one. PS - They also serve ice cream!