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Malabar Farm

4050 Bromfield Road

Lucas, Ohio 44843

Park Office (419) 892-2784

Fax (419) 892-3988

Malabar Inn Restaurant

3645 Pleasant Valley Road

Perrysville, Ohio 44864

(419) 938-5205

1-866-644-6727 for camping reservations Get Directions

Malabar Farm in Pleasant Valley was the dream of the Pulitzer Prize-winning author, Louis Bromfield. Today, visitors can see the house and farm existing just as they did in Bromfield's time.

The outbuildings and pastures still house chickens, goats and beef cattle. The hills are ribboned with strips of corn, wheat, oats and hay while the scenic trails are adorned with nature's bounty.

Guided Tours

Malabar Farm reflects the agricultural tradition of Ohio while focusing on Louis Bromfield's life and philosophies.

Tours of 32-room Big House are offered year-round, nominal fee

Wagon tours of the farm are offered May through October, nominal fee

During the growing season, Malabar Farm offers educational tours of its vegetable garden

Camping

15 horseman's camp sites

Fire rings, picnic tables, drinking water and latrines

Pets permitted

Trails

12 miles of trails for hiking, horseback riding

Pugh Cabin

Pugh Cabin is a day-use facility for groups up to 50 people

Can be rented for meetings and group functions from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Reservations are required

Picnicking

A picnic area has tables, grills, drinking water and latrines

Fishing

Bluegill and catfish can be caught from the farm ponds

A wheelchair-accessible dock is provided at the Big House Pond

A valid Ohio fishing license is required

Winter Recreation

Sledding, ice skating and cross-country skiing are permitted

Cross country ski rental available at the Big House Gift Shop

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