Plattelandwinkel De Achterdijk, also known as Fruitboerderij De Achterdijk, is a fruit farm located in Bunnik, on the fertile grounds of the Kromme Rijn area near Utrecht. The farm specializes in growing regional fruit products and operates a country store and fruit vending machine. The farm cultivates a wide variety of fruit, including apples, pears, plums, strawberries, cherries, and blueberries. The farm is particularly known for its pears, such as Conference, Doyenné du Comice, and Sweet Sensation. Self-picking is noted as being available during open days for strawberries and during the cherry season.
The on-site farm shop is open year-round on Fridays and Saturdays from 9:30 to 17:00. A 24/7 fruit vending machine is available daily from 7:00 to 22:00. According to additional directory information, the business is operational and the farm shop is also open on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 12:00 to 17:00, while it is closed on Sundays. The farm is wheelchair accessible, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking, and contactless mobile payments are accepted.
What visitors say
This self-picking farm consistently garners praise for its delightful selection of fresh, locally sourced produce. Visitors frequently commend the high quality of fruits such as cherries, strawberries, and plums – the latter noted for their easy-to-remove pits – as well as various juices and delicious homemade ice cream, with cherry and blueberry flavors being particular highlights. The extensive range of vegetables, fruits, and other products available is a significant advantage, often facilitated by a convenient vending machine that provides access to these goods almost around the clock. Many customers also appreciate the welcoming and helpful nature of the staff.
However, the experience is not without its criticisms, particularly concerning the pricing and quality of cherries. Several customers have expressed disappointment, finding them excessively expensive and of poor quality, with some even reporting mold spots, especially when compared to more affordable and sweeter supermarket alternatives. Beyond cherries, the quality of other products can be inconsistent; some reviewers found the frozen meat to be subpar, pasta overpriced, and pancake mix rather unremarkable, while cheese was considered merely acceptable. A few visitors have also voiced disappointment regarding the overall ’experience,’ expecting more interactive engagement than what is offered by a simple self-service stall, suggesting a potential mismatch between online perceptions and the on-site reality. While the vending machine is lauded for its accessibility, some users perceive its prices to be on the higher side.