Welcome to Tate Farm by the Pond

RV camping, cabins, community spirit, and rich farming/agriculture traditions in the North Carolina countryside!

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Fall Pond Festival
Friday, September 27th and Saturday, September 28th
FREE
Fall Festival Pumpkin Patch & Hayrides
Every Friday, 4-9 and Saturday 9-9,
October 4th – November 2nd
$12 per person
Hayrides
Tasting and Design – Fall Wreath Making
Friday, October 4th, 6 P.M.
$45 per person
Murder Mystery Dinner
Saturday, October 26th at 7 P.M.
$65 per person
Christmas Tours
Every Friday and Saturday at 5 P.M., November 23rd – December 21st
$15 per person
Tasting and Design – Christmas Wreath Making
Friday, December 7th, 6 P.M.
$45 per person
Brunch with Santa
Saturday, December 14th, 10 A.M.
$35 per person
Cookie Decorating with Mrs. Claus
Saturday, December 21st, 10 A.M.
$20 per person
*Special Rates Available for Schools – Hayride and Lunch (2 Slices of Pizza, Chips, Dessert and Drink)

Accommodations

Choose RV Campsites or Cozy Cabins

Drive on level gravel-paved roads through landscaped grounds to reach your large, full hook-up RV campsite or comfy cabin. The fenced and gated perimeter, security cameras, and onsite management will make you feel safe and secure. And big shade trees will keep you comfortable no matter what the season. Find out what ‘farm-to-table’ is all about when you reserve an RV site or a cabin on this real working farm.

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Horses, cows, cucumbers, and you!

A Unique and Affordable Family Vacation Destination

For more than 100 years, the Tate family has farmed the rich land of southeastern North Carolina. Today, their mission is preserve this long-standing agricultural heritage and invite you to enjoy the bounty of the land with them. You and your children can interact with horses, cows, goats, and chickens while helping to plant and harvest fruits and vegetables in the community garden. Or just relax in the peace and quiet of the countryside. Enjoy serenity and safety without giving up modern conveniences. This is a REAL farm with all the amenities of a resort. Affordable too!

Full Hook-Up RV Sites

Choose Back-in or Pull-Thru Sites

Big rig-friendly camp sites are 30’ x 50’ and big enough for slide-outs. Full hook-ups include 20/30/50 amp electric, water, sewer, dump station and trash removal.

RV Sites With 20/30 Amp Electric

Daily

$50

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Weekly

$300

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Monthly

$500

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RV Sites With 50 Amp Electric

Daily

$55

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Weekly

$335

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Monthly

$650

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No RV? No problem!

Fully Furnished Cabins

Each cozy cabin has 1 King bed, a new modern bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, nice living room area, and a great view of the fully-stocked fishing pond. Linens are provided! Just pack your suitcase and come see us!

Plenty of parking, too! Ask us about storage facilities and hosting events like weddings, holiday celebrations, fall festivals, outdoor education, luncheons, dinners, and family reunions in the event space here at Tate Farm by the Pond.

Cabin Rates

Daily

$175

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Amenities

Fishing, Golf Carts, & Free WiFi

Escape the traffic in Wilmington when you travel I-40 to NC 11, where the hectic pace of modern living gives way to views of livestock, abundant fields, and friendly neighbors. Ideal for outdoorsy folks, nature lovers, and digital nomads, picturesque Tate Farm by the Pond offers scenic nature trails for hiking, ATV and horseback riding. Teach your child the joys of fishing – the pond is stocked with tilapia, bass, and catfish. Pet the friendly farm animals and feed them fresh vegetables and other treats. Guests love our seasonal fresh vegetables too.

Here’s what else you can expect with every stay at pet-friendly Tate Farm by the Pond…

  • Stocked fishing pond
  • Free WiFi
  • Farm store with fresh produce, drinks, snacks, and unique gifts
  • Playground
  • Propane sales
  • Golf cart rentals
  • Computer/Business room
  • BBQ area with community grill
  • Community picnic tables
  • Outdoor fire pits
  • Outdoor kitchen facilities
  • Planned activities, like bingo & dances

And, when you just don’t feel like cooking, delicious meals are available at local restaurants.

Perfect Location

See the Sights in Pender County, North Carolina

Coming from or going to Wilmington? We’re on your way for a quick stop-over. Easily accessible from I-40 and NC 11, you’ll be perfectly situated to visit the Gardens of Southeastern North Carolina and pick strawberries at Bear Ridge Farms.

Willard Has It All

Launch your kayak at Miller’s Pond in Rocky Point and play golf at nearby Duplin Country Club. History buffs want to visit Moore’s Creek Battlefield for a re-enactment of the first significant victory in the American Revolution and everybody loves the Historic Burgaw Train Depot.

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Join The Fun

Want to see the world’s largest frying pan? You can! Chefs in nearby Rose Hill can cook 365 chickens at a time! Find even more fun events near Willard when you click the events calendar. Little Willard is big fun!

Event Calendar

About Heritage and Community Spirit at Tate Farm by the Pond

Experience Authentic Farm Life

Founder Jimmy Tate says, “Our loving parents were tobacco farmers on this very land. We named it Tate Farm by the Pond to honor them.”

“So, let us share our heritage with you. This is a beautiful destination to host an event, shop at our farmer’s market, learn about farming, pick fresh vegetables, see cows and horses, and enjoy a relaxing day by the pond. The farm teaches youth the value of giving back to help others! We been blessed with an abundant crop!”

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Our Farm

Agriculture

Peaceful, Affordable Tate Farm by the Pond is the Family-Friendly Experience You Have Been Hoping to Find

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Tate Farm By The Pond
5514 NC Highway 11
Willard, NC 28478

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(910) 552-5013

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