Guest Comments - Thung Dong Farm Stay

Honeymooners
Evan & Hasley

(Nearly our very first Guests!)

Gallery Of some of Our Guests

LINK TO A GUEST'S BLOG ABOUT THUNG DONG FARM

Many thanks to Leemore Kushner & her family for the wonderful review.

LINK TO THE 'MURPHY'S STAY ON THE FARM

Big thanks to the Murphy family for saving memories of their stay on Thung Dong Farm

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF THE ANDERSEN'S FAMILY FARM STAY!

Thanks to the Andersen Family from Denmark for sharing this
'A Day in the Life on the Farm'

Sawasdee Ka Khun Ae

Maya asks me every day, “When can we go back to Thung Dong Farm?”

It truly was a magical stay with you.

For Maya, it was a joy to be with the animals, and to be around someone like you who cares for them with so much patience and kindness.

She was completely in her element!

For me, I have travelled to many places around the world, but what stood out most at Thung Dong Farm was your attentiveness.

You seemed to know just what would make Maya and me happy — feeding the animals, collecting firewood, making lanterns, fishing, riding in the sidecar, and simply being part of the rhythm of the farm.

It never felt too planned or intrusive. It was just right.

It felt joyful, easy and full of heart.

Thank you so much for welcoming us so warmly.

I agree — this is not goodbye, but until next time.

With Metta,

Lara & Maya. Singapore (September 2026)

Sawasdee Khun Ae,

It's our last morning at the farm too soon. We've loved all 4 days here, and listening to your stories about how each animal got adopted and how you started 20 years ago from scratch. You've taken such good care of us, we also want to be adopted! Thank you for opening your home to us and letting us meet your furry and feathered family. We can tell they are super happy and carefree. It's amazing you've created a paradise where chicken, owl, buffalo and deer, cat and dog can be friends and play together. We wanted to draw all the animals, but for now here's meika leading us to the sala hoping for a crumb. We wish more people can get a chance to experience your dream too. You have our love and support from Singapore.

Chris & Yew. Singapore (August 2026)

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Hi Ae,

thank you so much for your kind email. Our drive to the North was fine, although there are many construction works on the road. We had a great stay on your farm, it was the highlight of our trip so far. The children will talk about the farm and animals for weeks to come! You really do have a great farm.

We hope to return someday!

Best,

Giulia & family. Italy (August 2026)

Dear Ae,

Thank you so much for the magical days we spent at Thung Dong Farm. The gentle animals, the sound of insects in the evening, the calm way time seems to flow there — it was all so special that it felt like a dream. Releasing the lanterns, the bonfire, your home-cooked meals: you gave us so many beautiful memories, and we are deeply grateful.

We spent three days in Chiang Mai city. After visiting Wat Umong we went to Galae, my family loved the beautiful flowers and the food. The candles at Wat Chedi Luang for Asanha Bucha were something we will not forget. We also found Akha Ama coffee; there are two shops in Japan now, but they do not sell the coffee flower tea there, so it became a lovely souvenir. And the traditional ethnic clothing at the art centre Kalm Village was fascinating. Every day we were charmed by the richness of your culture.

Right now we are on the sleeper train to Bangkok, and tomorrow we fly home to Japan. Knowing that a paradise like Thung Dong Farm exists in this world truly gives us strength to live well.

Thank you again, from the bottom of our hearts. If you ever have the chance to come to Japan, please do let us know — you would be very welcome.

Wishing you and everyone at the farm good health and much happiness.

With warm regards,

Yuki Murai and family. Japan (July 2026)

Dear Khun Ae,

We had a wonderful stay and the children, especially India was very sad to leave. She kept talking about the animals all day.

When back in Bangkok we will share some of the photos from the SLR Camera.

We would love to stay again in the future!

Thanks once again for being such a wonderful host.

Best wishes for now,

Jyoti Andrew Rohan and India ♥️🙏🏽 Thailand (July 2026)

G'day Ae! We’re finally back home after our big trek through Asia, and it’s taken a little while to come down to earth. We’ve brought back a suitcase full of amazing memories, but the highlight by a country mile was our time with you at the farm. We’ve completely fallen in love with Thailand—it’s got under our skin—and we’re already planning to head back that way once we’ve finished up a few more months out on the rigs. Thanks for being such a legendary host and looking after us so well (and we’re still dreaming about that brilliant grub!). All the best, mate, we’ll catch you again soon! Cheers!
Chaz & Tilly. Australia (June 2026)

Sawasdee ka Ae!
Apologies for the delayed response, we just arrived back home in the USA and I’m finally getting a chance to reply to emails.
We had such an amazing time in Thailand, and your farm was a big part of it! We’ll be thinking of our trip for a very long time.
Thank you so much for your kindness and hospitality! I hope you and the farm are thriving.
Best,
Dakota and Jack. U.S.A (April 2026)

Hi Ae! Thank you so much for your lovely note. We’ve just settled into our guest house in town and are getting all geared up for the Songkran festivities in a few days! Thung Dong was the very first stop on our visit to Northern Thailand, and we can only hope that the amazing time we had on the farm and hospitality and kindness that you showed us is matched during the rest of our trip! It’s been a bit warm during the day, so thank you again for the coolers, the "hose pipe" rain-showers, and those refreshing swims in the river and waterfalls! Our stay was pure magic. Being your only guests at the time felt like such a privilege, and honestly, we really didn't want to leave this afternoon! Thank you for the tips on where to eat in town, though the food will have to be pretty outstanding to beat the delicious meals you served us! Thank you again, Ae, for such a brilliant introduction to Northern Thailand. Best wishes to you, your family, and all the animals (especially Daisy!). Hopefully, we’ll meet again soon.
Warmly,
Pauline & Gus. Newcastle, U.K. (April 2026)

Vincent, Karima, Joaquim, Andrea & Joanne. Lyon. France (February 2026)

Dear Ae,
Sorry this took me so long. We had such a wonderful time at the farm and hope to make it back there one day. Tommaso and Cecilia loved it too. We’ve already recommended so many friends to come for a visit!
Here are some pictures from our wonderful stay.
All our best from a very cold London!
Michela, Sami, Tommaso and Cecilia. London. U.K. (stayed in January 2026)

Dear Ae,
I just wanted to thank you again for the amazing stay we had at your farm. The whole car ride to our new accommodation the kids were talking about you and saying they did not want to go because they loved it so much at the farm! It’s really something special you have created. It’s so peaceful around the farm and it’s really a place to fully rest. With the delicious meals but even more, and we really loved this, how the kids were allowed to help you everyday and join you on the motorcycle. That is, as parents, really amazing to see and experience! I have added our favourite picture to this email, I thought you might like it. Wishing you all the best in the future and I hope that someday we can come back to Thung Dong!
Kind regards,
Natascha & family. Netherlands. (February 2026)

Hello Ae!
How nice to receive this message from you and we are very honored to be on your webpage- thank you 🙏🏻…..and thank you for all the good memories we have from you and your farm, animals and friends 😊It is a very fantastic place you have and we miss it already. We would love to be back some day and the kids said they wished we could stay longer instead of going to the city. You made some truly magical moments for us and we felt most welcome. Especially yesterday at the temple was very special to us. We wish you all the best for the future for you and your animals and friends. We hope to see you again one day. We will for sure follow Thung Dong Farm in the future and spread the word of your lovely place.
Ricco, Karina, Lukas, Milo, Felix and Vitus Andersen. Denmark (February 2026)

Of our 2 and a half weeks spent travelling through Thailand, we all agreed that our trip to Ae's farm was our favorite stop. We spent 2 nights and 2 days here in early January, and loved every minute. We felt so relaxed and at home in this beautiful haven in the countryside. Ae treated us to wonderful home cooked meals; he also provided thoughtful activities for the kids including making and releasing sky lanterns, collecting firewood and making a fire on which to cook marshmallows and sticky rice, and helping with the day-to-day upkeep of the small holding. The boys loved riding on the motorbike with him. The animals were such a highlight and all very friendly and entertaining. The farm is clean, well equipped and comfortable with beautiful decoration and views. The village is well worth a visit, especially the little cafe on the riverbank (Omyim Farm). We hired a car to get here which was really easy and took a day trip to Muang on cave and San Kamphaeng hot springs, both really lovely.
We are already looking forward to hopefully visiting again next year.

Ben, Lizzie, Wilfred & Lawrence. United Kingdom (January 2026)

Hi Mr Ae,
I’m not very good with words, but I really want to thank you and express my gratitude for being such an important part of this time in my life with my wife and children.
You gave us such a sincere and warm welcome. You always went out of your way to make sure my children had things to do, watched out for our safety and well-being, and helped plan activities both on the farm and away from the farm — even though you didn’t have to.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much. Seeing Maegan having so much fun on the farm, learning new things, making new friends, and running around in nature with the animals brought me a kind of joy that I can’t really put into words.
Once again, thank you so much. We’ll definitely be back to visit you, the animals, and the farm — hopefully sometime around 2027. Until then, take care and keep up the great work you’re doing.
Marcus Tan & family. Singapore (January 2026)

Dear Khun Ae,
This was our second time staying with you, and it was every bit as magical as the first!
Thank you for your warm hospitality - not just for us, but for the multiple groups of friends that we brought along with us: everyone loved the farm, the hikes, the food, and all the animals. Meika, Sam, Lucy, Daisy, Bao Bao and all the others have a special place in our hearts.
The kids in particular had a great time and didn’t want to leave - they are all asking us when we will be back next.
Thank you for your generosity and for helping us with everything - we will most definitely be back.
Love and all our best wishes,

Tim, Kel, Pips, Liz and Gabri. Singapore (December 2025)

Hello Mr. Ae!
Thank you for your kind hospitality. You have maintained your farm so well! We enjoy staying on the farm because the animals are happy and we like the wide open spaces! I feel safe on your farm and your prices are always transparent with no hidden costs. I really appreciate it. For things you can resolve you will always do it as soon as possible and if not you will find alternatives solutions. Even though every time I come to the farm I have friends asking if it is safe as you do not advertise Thung Dong on Agoda and I will always say this is like a little piece of heaven and I invite them to join us! Happy days Mr. Ae!
Katie, Aunty & Kayden. Singapore (December 2025)

An absolute recommendation for families with young children!
Thung Dong Farm is located about an hour’s drive north of Chiang Mai. We stayed here for a week with our 3-year-old daughter and 10-month-old son, and we had a truly wonderful time.
The owner, Ae, is incredibly kind and welcoming. All meals are included, and there are so many lovely activities for both kids and parents such as we helped to feed the animals every day (Geese, Chickens, Dogs, Cats, Guinea Fowl) and wash the dogs together in the river! We roasted marshmallows on the campfire, surrounded by pink buffaloes! We decorated Thai Sky Lanterns, made a wish and then released them when it got dark for Good Luck and other simple crafts. We enjoyed visiting great coffee spots nearby like Take a Walk and Om-Yim Farm and a local tour to the mountain village of Mae Kampong, including a beautiful waterfall and so much more!! We absolutely loved our stay on Ae’s farm and would definitely recommend it for everyone!
Kirsten, Pank, Puck and Milo. The Netherlands (December 2025)

Dear K. Ae,
Thank you so much for taking good care of us during our stay. It was a memorable stay for us all. Especially Oliver who really enjoyed running around and interacting with the animals. It was a very welcome change from the busy life that Bangkok has to offer. Thank you again - we'll be back for sure sometime in the future. Perhaps when our daughter is a bit older, so that she can enjoy the slow life on the farm as well.
Kindly,
Marcus
Dear Khun Ae,
Thank you for allowing me and my family to have new experiences and enjoy the atmosphere around the farm. Although the accommodation may not have all the facilities of a hotel or resort, everything is perfect. It allows us to live a simple and happy life in a different way. And thank you again for taking good care of us and cooking delicious food for us. If there is a chance, we will visit you and Mika again!
Thank you.
Natty
Marcus, Natty & Oliver. Thailand / Finland. (November 2025)

Dear Ae,
Our time on Thung Dong Farm was amazing! We were able to slow down and relax. Keanu loved your animals especially Daisy!
I have never seen Keanu being this sweet and happy about animals; he also trust them because he feels connected.
I just wanted to let you know that you have created something magical here because everything exists in so much harmony, I’m glad that your childhood dream came true!
Thanks for being such a great host! I wish you the best for your future and your farm.
Best wishes.
Janina & Keanu. Switzerland. (November 2025)

It took me a few weeks to sit down to properly write this review, but I wanted to take my time because the Thung Dong Farm and Ae deserve it!
We are a family of 4, with two daughters of 8 and 4 years old and we spent 3 weeks in Thailand last August 2025. We took the night train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai and went directly to Thung Dong Farm for 3 nights and then spent 3 more nights in town. Then we flew to Krabi to spend our last week on Koh Lanta.
Our stay at Thung Dong farm was without any doubt the highlight of our trip!
First, Ae was a big help before our trip as he advised us on the night train and arranged our pick up at the station on our arrival. Our stay at the farm was wonderful! He prepared all the meals and lots of different activities for the girls: lanterns, dog wash, checking on the buffalo, and also organised a couple of half-days out for the full family, which was a good opportunity to get to know the area around the farm. Our daughters had a wonderful time at the farm, and although it’s already almost 3 months since we came back, they still talk often about Meika (the dog), the buffaloes, Ae’s motorcycle and the noisy and funny geese!
The food at the farm was wonderful, and the farm is a beautiful and very a special place. The feeling of being in a place that has taken a lot of work and love to build strikes you from the first moment you arrive.
If we ever visit Thailand again, we will definitely stay at Thung Dong Farm!
With love,
Veronica, Inaki, Gaia, & June. Barcelona, Spain (Guests on the farm in August 2025)

Thank you for another utterly wonderful visit, Pi Ae! It was so magical, for all of us. We really appreciate all the care you take of the children - they couldn’t sleep last night because they were so sad! And I miss my little chick friend. For sure we will be back again.
I’ve realised that we have to come again soon because I did not get enough pictures of you with the kids!
Blessings to you, your staff and all our animal friends there at Thung Dong!
From all of us here in Bangkok ❤️
Annie, Robert, Molly & Nate. U.K. / Thailand (October 2025)

This is our second time returning to Thung Dong Farm — a dreamlike haven of peace and tranquility, far from the city's hustle. Last time, our 9-year-old son Noah cried twice because he didn’t want to leave. We promised him we’d come back, and now… here we are! We were overjoyed to see Ae again and reunite with all the animals — and even more delighted to discover new additions to the farm: a little kitten named Sam, a two-month-old baby pink buffalo, and twelve fluffy chicks with two mother hens!
The moment we stepped into the farm, time seemed to slow down. Surrounded by mountains, greenery, and blooming flowers, all our worries simply melted away. We returned to our “family house” — a traditional Thai wooden home with a beautiful open-air veranda. Everything felt so familiar, and our hearts were full knowing we were back. We knew Ae would take wonderful care of us — he’s so kind and incredibly patient with children.
Ae has created a safe, natural paradise for both animals and guests. All the animals roam freely across the farm — no cages at all — living fully in tune with their true nature. You can see water buffalo grazing peacefully, geese and chickens pecking for worms or basking in the sun. The cats are like masters of Zen, finding quiet corners to sleep the day away.
Noah loved feeding the chickens and geese every day, and his favorite task was taking care of little Sam the kitten. But the evening bonfire was what he looked forward to most — he never tired of tending the flames until they glowed bright and strong. What we love most about this farm is the chance to connect so closely with nature and animals. Little Sam often fell asleep curled up in Noah’s arms.
One day, Ae gently held a nearly hatched egg to our ears — we could hear the soft chirps of the chick inside. It was absolutely magical! Noah also helped bathe two of the dogs, Daisy and Lucy, in the river. Seeing the animals so at ease, we naturally slowed down too, soaking in the harmony and stillness of nature together.
The air is so fresh here. Sitting on the green-wrapped veranda — whether under rain or sunshine — every scene is beautiful, every corner brimming with life. Noah spent a lot of time with Ae, riding along in his truck or on his three-wheel bike to the village to gather wood for the evening bonfires. Every night, Ae and Noah lit the fire together, chatting and bonding. On our last day, Ae even helped Noah ride on the back of a water buffalo — a truly unforgettable experience!
Every day, the farm kitchen prepared three delicious and healthy vegetarian meals just for us. A typical dinner included two to three main dishes, soup, tropical fruit, and rice. Ae even asked Noah about his favorite foods and customized meals just for him. Yogurt, snacks, milk, and coffee were also always available in the pantry. We loved the food so much — it’s hard to find such delicious vegetarian meals even back in Singapore!
We also thoroughly enjoyed the farm’s massage sessions. The auntie who gave them had such gentle, skillful hands — even Noah loved his massage.
There are plenty of lovely places to explore near the farm: forest ziplining, waterfalls, small town visits, and so many charming cafés (we highly recommend “Take a Walk” cafe!).
And of course, Chiang Mai city is not far. But if you prefer to simply stay at the farm — resting and healing among the mountains, trees, flowers, and animals — that in itself is a wonderful gift.
We wholeheartedly recommend Thung Dong Farm to families and children who love nature and animals.
Here, we found a precious connection — to nature, to animals, and to people — something truly rare and invaluable for those of us living busy urban lives.
Fengjie, Phill & Noah. Singapore (October 2025)

Thung Dong Farm Stay – A Rural Retreat in Chiang Mai, Thailand
I want to express my deepest gratitude 🙏🏼 to Ae, the owner of Thung Dong Farm Stay. This place is truly a gem — a perfect haven to unwind, reconnect with nature, and escape the hustle and bustle of modern life. For 10 peaceful days, we completely unplugged from the “matrix” of city noise and immersed ourselves in the simplicity and calm of rural Chiang Mai.
We went to Thung Dong with no expectations — only the intention to embrace whatever came our way and it turned out to be a miraculous, fun, memorable, and adventurous experience!
Ae’s kindness stood out from the start!
The farm is full of life — dogs, cats, geese, guinea fowl, dozens of chickens, water buffalo, and even a deer! There’s always something to see and interact with. We especially loved feeding them in the mornings and afternoons — the geese would announce feeding time loudly and waddle into the courtyard like clockwork. 🪿
Every evening around sunset (around 6 PM), a cozy bonfire 🔥was prepared for us. Sitting around the fire, watching the flames dance under the open sky, is simply magical. Later in the night, the water buffalo come to rest nearby - It’s a beautiful, symbiotic rhythm between humans and animals.
A heartfelt thank-you to Mai the lovely local cook who prepared delicious, nutritious Thai meals three times a day. Every dish was cooked with care and authenticity, easily comparable to something you’d find in a Michelin-rated kitchen! She even doubled as our driver, shuttling us around in her trusty 4WD pickup truck to nearby cafes and spots. 🚗
Ae himself is an exceptional host — kind, gentle, wise, and deeply connected to the land and his animals. He runs this rustic, beautiful farm with love and integrity, tucked away in the serene hills of Chiang Mai.
If you’re looking for a genuine escape — a place to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with nature — Thung Dong Farm Stay is the place. Don’t overthink it — just go. You won’t regret!
Tommy & Mengjie, Singapore (October 2025)

Shwmae Ae!
Thanks for the brilliant stay on your farm. We both enjoyed ourselves a lot especially the trek and caring and feeding the animals, we miss them all a lot especially Daisy, our constant companion! The food was excellent as well so please thank Mai but most of all the care and attention you showed us which came from the heart, very rare these days! We loved The Sunset Room which was perfect for the two of us. We leave Pai tomorrow at the start of our journey back to The UK but are very tempted to drop by the farm for a few more days on the way! (if only!). We have had a wonderful holiday in Thailand but our stay at Thung Dong made it special! Thank you very much again Ae.
Hwyl am nawr!
Rhys & Eira. Cardiff, Wales. U.K. (September 2025)

Absolutely magical experience at Thung Dong Farm Stay with kids!
From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with genuine warmth and hospitality. The farm was immaculately clean, and every little detail showed how much love and care goes into maintaining this beautiful place.
The highlight of our stay was without a doubt Mr. Ae, the host. He is truly one of a kind—kind, patient, and full of life. He entertained the kids like a professional, with so much attention and care, making the entire experience unforgettable for them. Whether it was feeding the animals, riding around the farm, or simply laughing together, Mr. Ae made sure the kids were constantly engaged and smiling.The animals on the farm are wonderful—friendly, well-kept, and clearly happy. It was such a joy to watch the kids interact with them safely and joyfully.
And let’s not forget the food—it was absolutely delicious! Every meal was prepared with love, but the Tom Yum fish soup and Pad Thai with chicken were the real standouts. Fresh, flavorful, and perfectly spiced—they were some of the best we’ve had in Thailand!
Every moment at Thung Dong felt like a breath of fresh air. The nature, the peaceful atmosphere, the warm people—it all came together to create an absolutely amazing stay. We will definitely be back and recommend this hidden gem to any family looking for a special, kid-friendly getaway.
🌿🐓🦆🍲💚
Abdulla, Yulia, Dana & Saif. Dubai. United Arab Emirates (July 2025)

A fabulous stay! We loved the peace of the place but the big highlight was getting to know all the animals. We found the food, service and accommodation to be just perfect.
A real treasure!
Dominic, Ilse & Charlie Mochan. Thailand / U.K. (July 2025)

The Choy Family. Hong Kong (July 2025)

Hi Khun Ae!
Sorry it took a while to write but we are back in Bangkok now, and I’m definitely still thinking about your farm! Thank you so, so much for your hospitality throughout our visit. We really enjoyed our stay! I will always remember Daisy & Meika too, they were definitely the highlight of our stay, & I will miss them very much! Thank you for doing what you’re doing - for dedicating your life for the farm & for the animals. Please continue to spread love & joy at Thung Dong Farm. ❤️ My wish is your wish - to stay healthy & be able to take care of the animals for as long as they live!
Wishing you & the farm only the best! Hope to see you again soon.
Thank you once again!
Genevieve & Ernest. Thailand (June 2025)

Dear Khun Ae,
Just a short note to thank you so much for your warm welcome and kind farm hospitality!
We enjoyed our short stay and all the activities you arranged for us and only wish it could have been for longer. You and your farm are quintessential of Thai hospitality and we cannot thank you enough for the wonderful memories we will treasure and take home with us.
Best wishes to you, your team and all of your animal friends!
Hopefully we can meet again one day!
Anna & Jules. South Africa (May 2025)

Thank you Ae for everything and the beautiful memories.
We had such a wonderful stay at your farm! It was a bit heaven on earth.
Just 3 more nights in Thailand and we will leave. The boys favorite stay was at your farm and they still miss you, your friends and the animals :)
All the best and we would highly recommend you!!
Best Wishes
Maartje, Norbert, Olivier, Mels en Tijn. Netherlands (April 2025)

Cher Monsieur Ae,
Nous tenons tous à vous remercier pour ce merveilleux séjour à la ferme. Vos attentions et le fait de nous avoir accueillis comme des membres de votre famille nous ont tous fait sentir comme chez nous. Trois nuits, c'était vraiment trop court ! Nous avons passé un séjour fabuleux dans votre pays, mais notre visite à votre ferme est peut-être le moment le plus mémorable que nous garderons à la maison. Un grand merci de la part des enfants pour l'attention et surtout la patience dont vous avez fait preuve. Je ne sais pas quand ils pourront à nouveau monter à dos de buffle, mais ils en garderont des souvenirs impérissables à raconter à leurs camarades de classe ! Nous avons adoré les repas que vous avez préparés et un grand merci pour avoir pris soin de Lucas. Alors, au revoir, mais espérons que ce ne sera pas un au revoir, car nous reviendrons certainement lors de notre prochain séjour dans votre beau pays !
Nathalie, Arnaud, Alain, Nicole et Lucas. France (février 2025)

(Dear Mr. Ae,
We would all like to thank you for a wonderful farm-stay. Your care and treating us like one of your own family made us all feel so much at home. 3 nights was just not enough! We have had a fabulous stay in your country but our visit to your farm is perhaps the most memorable that we will take home with us. A big ‘Thank You’ from the children for the care and most of all the patience you showed them, I am not sure when they might ride a buffalo again but they have lasting memories to tell their friends at school! We loved the meals that you prepared and lots of thanks for catering to the needs of Lucas. So farewell but hopefully not goodbye as we will most definitely return when we visit your beautiful country again!
Nathalie, Arnaud, Alain, Nicole & Lucas. France (February 2025)

Dear Ae,
Thank you so much for your hospitality! We had so much fun on your farm.
The kids had an absolutely amazing time running free on your farm and getting acquainted with the wonderful animals roaming free. They are still talking about it and they are missing Pau Pau, Oscar, Mika, Daisy, Lucy, Louis, Nathalie etc so much!!!
It has truly been an incredible few days. We appreciate your effort to make things extra special by letting the kids bathe the dogs, taking them out on your side car to get ice cream in the village, roast marshmallows by the fire, make Thai lanterns - truly a magical experience and one we would be keen to repeat in future!
We wish you all the best; thank you so much for being an amazing host!
Dimi & family. Singapore (January 2025)

Dear Ae,
Thank you for your kind message. The stay at your farm was simply magic. We enjoyed every piece of it and really appreciated spending some time in this peaceful and joyful environment. Thank you for being so kind with us and with the girls. We hope all the animals are in good shape and we regret that we did not have the chance to say bye to Daisy and Mika. Thanks again!
Amelie & family. Belgium (February 2025)

Hello Khun Ae!
Thank you so much for a brilliant stay on your farm! We all enjoyed it so much and I haven't seen my Mom so happy in years! We loved the food but especially your passion for your farm and your animals. The kids were crying all the way to the airport as they didn't want to leave and are eager for me to tell them a date when we will return! We are only one hour away here in Bangkok so we'll be back soon. Take care and please send our best wishes to your team for a memorable farm-stay.
Thank you again.
Sheila, Chris, Dot, Jenny & Paul. Bangkok / Wales (January 2025)

Dear Khun Ae,
Thank you for a lovely stay on your farm - we loved our time with you. Thung Dong Farm is a simple, tranquil oasis of peace and calm away from city life - we felt it from the very first moment that we stepped in!
All of our children loved the stay - we had lovely walks and time close to nature. They were completely at home with the animals, and it was great for them to get into the rhythm of playing, feeding, and just generally being with them. They loved all the things you did with them - from the hikes, to the leaf raking, to making and sending out lanterns into the sky. We’d love to come back.
Thank you for a magical experience!
Tim, Kel, Pips, Liz and Gabri, Singapore (December 2024)

Hans, Maria,Karl, Sven & Anker. Denmark (November 2024)

Sawasdee krup Mr. Ae,
Thank you so much for a great farm stay experience. Our whole family enjoyed ourselves a lot. The weather was very good except for a bit of rain here and there. Christopher and Phoebe still say "Nika!" a lot. 😁 They miss Bao Bao and Nika and the other animals on the farm. We all enjoyed the food very much, highest compliments to your cook and her son. Do stay in touch and we hope you are doing well and that the farm continues to bring joy to yourself and other guests. Until our next farm visit, stay safe and healthy!
Warmest regards,
Joel, Cheryl, Christopher and Phoebe. Singapore ( November 2024)

We, a Dutch family of 4 (2 kids age 8 and 9), spent two nights at Ae's farm near Chiang Mai. We had an unforgettable experience! Having lived in Thailand for a while, we wanted to spend some time outside of the typical tourist areas. Spending 3 days on the farm was fantastic. The farm and surroundings are beautiful, the accommodation and food are super and the kids loved all the animals.
A monk just recently moved in to the small ancient temple close to the farm and we got to meditate with him for a while. An absolutely unique experience... More than anything though, we loved the hospitality of Ae. He takes such good care of his guests, his animal and his farm and it was just a privilege spending some time with him in this small paradise. Of our 2 weeks Thailand trip, this was definitely the highlight! We would absolutely recommend staying for a few days with Ae and hope to be back in the future!
Mark, Paula, Benthe & Sophie. Netherlands ( July 2024)

Dear Farmer Ae
Just a short note of thanks for going the extra mile to make our farm stay with you such a wonderful experience; the comfy room and facilities, the country-side, the animals, the exceptional meals that Maih prepared for us and especially your own care and attention to our requests. We could not have asked for more! So thank you again and we will most definitely be back to visit again!
Julian & Simone. Canada (June 2024)

Dear Ae, you and your farm made an unforgettable impression on us. You’re such an animal lover and kind man. We felt very welcome and you Ae, with help from Whi, spoiled us with extensive Thai meals and even pizza for Koen, because he loves that so much. Being May it was too hot for many activities but we had a great time on the farm and with the animals. The dog Mika came along on our (short) jungle walks. The beautiful Farm House had many seats to chill on. We swam in the hotspring and met local people to drink a beer with. A neighbour brought us to the Elephant poopoo paper factory and a kartcourse. We had so much fun! We wanted to do so much more but had to little time and it was very hot. So, we have to come back to spend more time! We will highly recommend your farm stay on our facebook groups. Good luck to you and your neighbours and see you again next time. With respect and regards.
Jan, Ingrid & Koen. Netherlands (May2024)

Oh Ae!! The farm is so magical there’s no way the hot weather could have ruined our stay. I can’t even tell you how much every single one of us loved it there - we were all very emotional leaving and are already planning when we can come back again!
Thank you so much for your hospitality and generosity - you are one of a kind!
Nadene, Tom, Benny and Aleidus. Australia (May 2024)

Dear farmer Ae!
We had a wonderful time on your piece of Nivana! We have made some lasting memories to take home with us thanks to your kindness and hospitality and not forgetting patience with the children!
Please pass on our thanks to Ploy for the great meals and the rest of your team. I will post the package to your aunt when we get home!
Hope to meet again.
Freja, Lars, Tom, Ella & Clara. Denmark (March 2024)

Hi Ae,
Thank you for your email and we had a truly unforgettable and wonderful experience at your farm and your well looked after animals. Your farm is amazing and your hospitality is heartwarming. I have already recommended to my friends. Take care and hope you and all your animals stay healthy always! Let’s meet for a meal if you are ever in Hong Kong!
Warm regards,
Veronica and Kazu. Hong Kong (February 2024)

Hi Ae,
Thank you very much for everything!
We had great time on the farm, maybe the highlight of Thailand for us, in the three months trip here. The girls and us felt so happy and relaxed, it really is a wonderful place with awesome people.
Thank you so much and please send our thank to the staff as well.
Hopefully we will meet again.
The Tal Family. Israel (January 2024)

Dear Ae,
Thank you for hosting us at your farm stay. It is a beautifully maintained farm - all the animals look contented and happy; as guests, when we see them relaxed we feel relaxed too! Emily misses the animals very much and was very sad to leave the farm. We do miss the home-cooked food and the company of all the animals. The Farm House where we stayed was very comfortable - I cannot think of anything else that would make our stay even better! Wat Doi Suthep is a magnificent temple and Galae is another fantastic recommendation! Please send us updates anytime regarding yourself, the farm, and all the animals! We would love to keep in touch. Once again, thank you for all your help and perhaps we will be back again soon! Regards,
Leia & family. Singapore (December 2023)

Thank you Ae for checking in on us. We have settled down in town in a very nice hotel. We ate at Chang Phuak Night Food Market last night. Our daughter cried yesterday saying how much she missed Molly, the animals, the farm and uncle Ae and his team. I know how she felt because all of us left with a heavy heart.Ae, we pray that the goodness and kindness in your heart will be preserved and protected, so you can carry on your good works towards creatures, both big and small! Even if it's saving one at a time, it still makes a big difference in this world! It had been a privilege to have a fun experience living on your farm and thank you so much for sharing it with us so unselfishly and with your warm hospitality.
With the warmest regards,
Teo family. Singapore (December 2023)

Hello Ae!
Thank you (and all the friends and animals) at Thung Dong farm for the kind hospitality and nice food! It was a unique experience across the 5 days for the whole family where we got to live closer to nature and interact with the various animals. My kids are still missing the adorable kitten, Bao Bao!
All the best Ae for the running of the farm.
Lastly, for visitors who are still considering a stay here, strongly recommended if you are looking for a non-typical vacation!
Lionel & Felicia & family. Singapore (December 2023)

Hello Ae,
Thank you so much for your well wishes. The train ride went smoothly and the kids loved the experience! We all miss your farm already. The day we left our daughter cried for 10 mins because she was so sad that we were leaving. She said she wants to stay on the farm forever! I think it is because of all the memories you made for her and her brother... Fishing, releasing the lantern, feeding the animals, playing with the dogs and Oscar, riding the motorcycle to buy bananas and fish food and ice cream... From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making Chiang Mai special for us (and for so much good food I think we put on weight!).
Warmest regards,
Wendy & family. Singapore (December 2023)

Hello Ae! We had a great and comfortable stay at your farm and would certainly recommend it to anyone who may have a keen interest to experience staying in rural Thailand. The rooms and bed we had were comfortable and clean. The sunset veranda was a very comfortable place to sit and relax. The kitchenette was well stocked for the duration of our stay.
On top of all that, the food served was excellent and well cooked thanks to Poi. Please tell her she cooks very well!
Thank you also for the personal attention and precious time you spent with us during our stay. It certainly added to our overall experience there. The stories you told us about your life experience was an eye opener and very interesting. Also hope your new dog, Meika, gives you some lucky numbers to help grow the farm!!
Till next time. Good bye and thanks once again
Khun Foo, Khun Bong, Khun Joy. Singapore / London (November 2023)

We had a wonderful stay on the farm with Ae! The location is incredible, the Farm House is superbly decorated, and it is so pleasant to be surrounded by farm and wild animals. But most of all, we appreciate so much the kindness of Ae, helping us in every way, and organising activities for our young kids. Thanks again !! And we hope to come back soon!
Delphine & family. France (October 2023)

Hi Ae,
Thank you so much for your kind hospitality, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at your farm. My son, Thaddeus, loved you and you were too kind to him. We will definitely be back!
Celine & family. Singapore (October 2023)

Dear Ae,
Just a rushed note while we are waiting for our flight to thank you so much for your kind hospitality and a wonderful stay on your beautiful farm. The kids enjoyed it so much and Lizzie was in tears all the way to the airport! Your kindness to the kids was so much appreciated; we live in the city as you know so spending quality time in the country-side amongst the hills with all your animals was very special for them as well as Tom and myself! Please forward our thanks to your team for taking care of us all! Thank you again and for sure we will return!
Sadie, Tom, Kieran, Ash & Lizzie. Canada / Thailand (September 2023)

Dear Khun Ae,
Your farm was one of the best trips I ever had! Not only did I have lots of fun with the activities and animals but I was very touched by your love and dedication for your animals. You have inspired me to dream and work hard towards my goal.
If time allows, I would love to bring my family to your farm, I'm sure they would have a lot of fun!
Thank you sooo much once again for the stay but I wish I could've stayed longer!
Good luck and pray that you and your animals stay healthy and happy! Hope to see you again!
Best regards,
Kuang Hong. Singapore ( July 2023)

Hi Ae,
We had a good flight and we are now enjoying some time in Khao Sok National Park.
We had a wonderful time at Thung Dong Farm and we keep a lot of good memories. The rain was just part of the game, it didn't spoil our stay!! The children are still talking about their krathong and the lantern making!... thanks a lot for all those experiences!
We sent a few pictures to our Belgian friends and family, they all would like you visit your farm now ;)
Thank you very, very much!! Many blessings,
Sabine & family, Belgium (July 2023)

Dear Pi Ae,
We loved, loved our stay with you! We wish we could just come straight back to the farm!
It is nice to visit the city, but our souls felt so happy at your wonderful farm, we miss you and our animal friends, we miss nature, we miss the joy of our children. We are already planning how we can come back again. Thank you to you and your lovely staff for all you did to make us welcome, comfortable and enchanted. You offer something rare and extraordinary for families, you are so generous in sharing your time with the kids, and we feel very lucky to have found you! Hoping to come back soon!
Annie, Robert, Molly and Nate. United Kingdom / Thailand (June 2023)

Sawasdee krup Khun Ae,
Thank you once again for your kind hospitality during our stay. This is the best farmstay for the kids. I feel very blessed I found your farm on google! You are so sincerely welcoming and engaging. My children really love your company and the various activities you planned for them with your heart. I am sure they will remember the fishing, lantern release, nature trek,mini waterfall swimming, frogs catching and just moving around the farm feeding and playing with the animals, especially Sam, Lucy, Molly, Louise, Izzie and Oscar. I wish you, Khun Win, the lady whose name we didn’t get and all the animals at Thung Dong Farm all the best. We hope to return one day to visit you!
Callie & Calvin & family. Singapore (May 2023)

It was such a pleasure for us to stay on your beautiful farm. We felt really welcome and had a wonderful and relaxed time there. You and your team made the stay very special for us. Thank you so much for that! Chiang Mai is also nice, but a bit harder to adapt to city life after such a relaxing farm stay :)
Max & family. The Netherlands. (March 2023)

We loved very much our stay with you at your farm. You have done an amazing job creating a such a peaceful heaven for nature, animals and people. We hope to be able to continue to come back every year or more if possible, we all love being at the farm and the kids especially!
Julien, Constance, Tom & Oscar. Singapore (March 2023)

Hi Ae and all your lovely animals!
Time flies and after leaving you and your lovely farm we continued travelling through lovely Thailand. When we hit back to Denmark our life was busssy again!
We had a lovely, lovely stay at your place and we often talk about the days at your farm. Our boys remember your name and every time we see a Beagle dog we call it Molly!
Thank you for giving us some really good memories for the rest of our life.
The boys hope to see you again some day :-)
We hope you and your animals are doing well.
Best regards.
Johan, Lauge, Heine & Lykke. Denmark (February 2023)

Dear Ae,
Finally we are back in London, after one last day in Bangkok and then the flight home!
We had a memorable time in the overnight train, such an experience!
Thank you so much for your email and for making our stay at Thung Dong Farm so memorable.
This is a very special place and it was truly the highlight of our vacation in Thailand.
Our kids loved being with the animals and we loved the food!
We will surely be back when we return to Thailand and Chiang Mai again.
Very nice to meet you and thank you again for everything, we hope to see you again :)
Best wishes from the 4 of us!
Thomas & family. The United Kingdom (February 2023)

We really enjoyed or stay. This is the first place during our trip we’re really going to miss and Daniel said he is already missing you! Thank you for a wonderful experience. If we come back to Thailand, we are certainly go back to your lovely farm.
Thank you for everything, take care!
Anja, Denise and Daniel. The Netherlands (February 2023)

We stumbled on Thung Dong Farmstay via a blog stating it would be a lovely place to visit especially when you are travelling with kids (we were travelling with kids age 4 and 1.5). The stay really exceeded expectations! Why? Because Ae really makes you feel welcome and thinks of ways the kids can play and help around at the farm; like feeding the animals, creating a lantern or even taking our oldest son for small bike rides. The scene is beautiful, beds are comfortable and the food is delicious! On top of that the bonfires in the evening also make it a very romantic place to stay! I would recommend visiting the farm for at least 2/3 nights🙂
Hanne & family. The Netherlands (January 2023)

I stayed at Thung Dong for a month and that was too short! Beautifully decorated rooms, delicious home made and everso fresh meals - picking fern and pomelo's to eat each day. Treated like family... I wish I could go back!
Sasha. United Kingdom (January 2023)

Hi Khun Ae!
We have safely arrived at Chiang Rai.
Thank you for your hospitality for the past 4 days. We really enjoyed the stay and we are already missing the farm, the animals, you and your staff
and especially Khun Mai's cooking! We hope to come back to the farm someday in the future too.
ขอบคุณมาก!
Xue Qi Singapore (January 2023)

Where can I start ?... We live in Bangkok and have a very busy life. We work a lot, and forget to take vacations. But this time we decided to really take some real time off with our 5 years old daughter, Sasha, and enjoy some well-earned rest. I don't even remember how I found Thung Dong Farm, but when I saw it I knew it was the perfect place for us.
And it did not disappoint! K. Ae is the best host ever!... he is kind, very communicative, helps you organize the trip and recommends the best routes and places. We felt that we were in good hands from the moment we emailed him and the communication was great.
When we arrived, we were in awe with the beautiful surroundings and the calm. Sasha had a blast walking around/playing with the dogs, the cat, the buffaloes and the deer, feeding the ducks and geese, picking up eggs, washing the dogs in the river. K. Ae was adorable and so patient with her, bringing her on what she calls "adventures" : bringing the buffaloes back at night, finding gibbons, picking up wood for the fire, decorating lanterns ...
The food was simple and delicious, everyone was so nice and helpful.
These vacations were a true blessing for us. The only downside is that we had to leave! Sasha misses K. Ae, her adventures and all the animals. My husband and I could truly relax and enjoy the beauty of the area and enjoy in that everything was taken care of.
I recommend the farm to everyone who needs to disconnect from the crazy life (although the Internet and wifi are very good for some occasional work emails). We will definitely come back.
Thank you K. Ae for your warm welcome. See you soon.
Sasha, Kevin and Linda. Bangkok (December 2022)

Happy New Year uncle Ae! We are missing the farm already! Bangkok is too big and too busy compared to the farm. We miss the cooking and animal companions the most. Hope to visit again next year!
Lili , Brendan and Cassian. Bangkok (December 2022)

We stayed at Ae's place for 3 nights with our family of 4 adults and 3 kids. We had the entire farmstay to ourselves and had fun just relaxing and enjoying the peace of the scenic place.
My kids looked forward to playing with the dogs daily ( since they do not have dogs back in Singapore), they also enjoyed helping to feed the ducks and the geese. Simple pleasures like roaming around the farmland and watching the 3 pink buffaloes moving around, waking up to a pink buffalo right outside our balcony area are things that we appreciate now that we are back home.
Ae also planned many activities for us like making sky lanterns, fishing, bonfire with marshmallows - next time we will bring extras!... and a short trek to see some coffee plantations . My kids also made new friends with 2 of the Thai kids over there and we hope to go back and meet up with them again.
Overall, it was a relaxing stay and we would all love to go back and visit the farm and animals again.
Thank you Ae for the hospitality!
Jeanie & family. Singapore (December 2022)

We left Thung Dong Farm Stay yesterday but Thung Dong has not left our hearts!
Our friends chanced upon Thung Dong Farm Stay while making plans for our Chiang Mai trip itinerary and both our families (4 adults 3 kids) had an absolutely wonderful time fishing, boating, having our meals with a scenic view of the farmland, watching the buffalos and cow graze, seeing Natalie the deer blend with the buffalos, having the dogs (Sam, Izzie, Lucy, Louise, Molly) and cat (Oscar) around and then there's Dang's Mother the cow (she's nearly 23 years old!) and Charlie the elusive monitor lizard and the geese and ducks gang.
The lantern lighting was a nice nostalgic touch to end our last night at the farm.
Thank you Ae. For all the heart you have put into this farm. For our memorable stay. Thank you for the charming and warm hospitality (from both you and your team) and the delicious local cuisine. We hope to make a trip back again. Wishing you and everyone and all the animals on the farm the best of health and prosperity for your farm stay!
Nicole & Agnes & families. Singapore (December 2022)

We stayed at Thung Dong Farm for 4 nights (we would’ve stayed longer if possible) a little pearl north-east of Chiang Mai. Where passion for and love for animals, hospitality and farm life come together. Created and hosted by Ae, the most attentive host we’ve had during our yearlong travel in Asia. My wife celebrated her birthday and the details and attention to make this day special really warmed out hearts. Cake, lights, surprises and a beautiful present. With our kids (age 2 and 5) we decorated laterns and Kathrongs, they helped feed the animals and got the time of their life joining Ae on his tricycle on the farm. Loads of stuff to do in the area, but you can stay days on the farm without getting bored! We were staying in the big Farm House and it tells the story of the locations history, and is absolutely beautifully decorated. Transformed from an old chilly pickers house to a top farm stay!!! For sure we want to come back and would recommended to everyone!
Minouk van Lindonk. Netherlands (November 2022)

Hi Ae,
Thank you for your kind hospitality and for having us on your farm! It was an eye opening experience for our boys and they really loved the place and animals, and enjoyed the activities that you planned for us.
Matthew and Michael both say that they miss the animals already. We could see your passion in caring for all of them so well and they are so lovely and friendly. We hope to be back again one day.
Till then, do take care and may many blessings be upon you and your loved ones too.
Wendy, Daniel, Matthew & Michael. Singapore (November 2022)

Thung Dong Farm is an amazing place ! First of all Ae is a wonderful person that take care of you as a member of his own family 🙏. He will send transport to pick you up at the airport. Then you will be welcomed with a traditional Thaï lantern. All the meal (breakfast, lunch and diner) are just wonderful! So generous cook! (Pad Thaï, Kao Soi, BBQ...). At the farm, you could fish (and of course release the fish after), feed the animals, walking around the farm thanks to all trails (I recommend you to go to the temple just 500 meters walk). Ae also organizes some excursions (waterfall, visit of bamboo rice factory). You can go to Thung Dong Farm Stay without any doubt! You won't regret it 😉 Don't hesitate to contact us directly if you want to have more information about our experience.
Déborah, Gauthier, Léo & Loïs. Reunion Island -France Overseas Territory ( November 2022) https://www.facebook.com/lechtitour

Dear Ae, staff & animals from Thung Dong,
Our heartiest thanks for being such lovely hosts. We (especially Tharaa & Thejas) had an amazing and memorable stay at your farm. Thank you for showing the kids how to love and care for the voiceless. Ae, we love your kindred spirit. The way you care for your local village and the animals is simply touching. May you be blessed and be a blessing always :)
Gowri, Markus, Tharaa & Thejas. Singapore (November 2022)

Second time round for us and yet another emotional farewell. Our little 6 year old girl couldn't stop crying the night before leaving and again as we left today. We last came before covid and I decided to come right back to Thung Dong Farm for the first overseas family vacation in 3 years. We enjoyed ourselves as much if not more than the first time. We truly feel like Ae and the animals (especially Sam!) are dear friends of ours. Ae, please take care so that you can continue to keep the spirit of the farm alive and look forward to seeing you again in the not too distant future! Thank you once again!
Ken & family. Singapore (November 2022).

Dear Ae, Nack and Mai,
thank you so much for making our time at the farm so special!
I visited with my parents, wife and children (18 months and 3 years old). We stayed for 5 days and had an amazing time. We would happily visit again. The scenery is truly amazing and our children had lots of fun interacting with the animals.
Most importantly, Ae and his team were wonderful hosts. Ae and Nack were there whenever we needed any kind of assistance and put on lots of fun activities for the kids (making lanterns, feeding birds, washing dogs etc.). Mae's cooking is really wonderful and we were happy to eat at the farm every day. Their Thai country food is both healthy and delicious.
Altogether a brilliant trip with lots of wonderful memories and I'm sure we'll visit again. Thanks!
Jamie & family. Singapore / United Kingdom (November 2022)

Dear Ae,
Now that we are back home, I would like to thank you again for hosting us.
Staying with you at the farm was definetly the best part of our trip.
You gave us all, especially the children, a meaningful experience that will be remembered.
Your ability to communicate with children without sharing a language is extraordinary.
We will do our best to spread the word about the farm and will definitely return ourselves.
Keep living your dream!
Khun Amit and Family. Israel (September 2022)
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Dear Ae,
We had an amazing stay at your farm and the entire family found it very hard to leave you after those beautiful moments together. Thanks for sharing your life, your farm, your kindness and your love during these 4 days. We wish more people in the world could be like you.
We loved everything : food was great and tasty, feeding the animals was super nice, enjoying a small tour on the boat, but laying in the river, trekking a few hours uphill, discovering the hot springs and cooking eggs in it… so many wonderful memories!
Our fingers are crossed our paths can cross again in the future.
Take care!
Nathalie & Sebastien, Maeline, Maxence and Celia. Belgium ( January 2022)

Thanks Khun Ae and team for a fantastic stay at your farm!
It was a fantastic experience! We stayed 3 nights and the difficult part was to pick the house to stay in, they all looked amazing!
The response from my mail to Khun Ae was fast and informative. Food, staff, animals the house was perfect. The kids spent time with the animals and staff for most of the day helping with everything. The farm is quiet from city noise. Wonderful dogs, ducks and more. We swam in the river and waterfalls.
The girls (age 9) cried when we left! I highly recommend Thung Dong Farm for a pleasant stay in a fantastic environment.
Per Herbertsson & family. Sweden / Bangkok (January 2022)

I am a retired expat living in Chiang Mai who was looking for a place to relax in the country. I just spent 4 wonderful days at Thung Dong Farm Stay with Farmer Ae and Chef Win. The farm was beautiful with lush green trees, several ponds, walking paths and numerous seating areas.
The ranch house that I stayed in was lovely with a seating area, small kitchen, comfortable bed and huge outdoor lounge.
I had so much fun meeting the animals, walking through the jungle, sitting by the lovely pond, exploring local towns, and photographing the beautiful creatures that live in this oasis. It is clear how much they care for their animals at the farm. I watched Ae give Brian the Pink water buffalo a bath speaking to him like a child as he turned the muddy brownish buffalo into a beautiful pink color. I am an animal lover and my stay here was filled with amazing experiences: I got to hold baby ducks and chicks that were only hours old, I befriended a grumpy bull, convinced a shy deer to trust me and eat some cucumber, spent hours walking around the grounds escorted by four wonderful dogs, saw a family of water buffalo swim in the pond with Natalie the deer, and watched Louis the beagle play chase and tag with 4 large water buffalo.

This lovely farm stay also included three huge meals a day expertly prepared by Chef Win. I enjoyed some of the best Thai dishes I have had in the three years I have lived in Thailand. The meals were all served in a lovely outdoor dining area overlooking the fields.

I was there on July 1st which is Canada day so Ae helped me celebrate by decorating lanterns that we released into the night sky and then he had me participate in a special candle lighting ceremony at his spirit house. Both he and Win go out of their way to make sure that your stay at their farm is special.

This experience was so much more than I expected - super kind caring hosts, lovely accommodations, amazing food, snuggly dogs and my own Thai Safari. I will definitely be back…..
Laura MacDonald. Canada (July 2021)

I cannot remember how I discovered Thung Dong Farm! All I know is that the friendly email responses from the owner, Ae, made me feel that I could trust him as well as what was describe on the website. His commitment to ensure that I had a pleasant experience was honest and truthful.
The farm website is quite easy to navigate and honestly doesn’t even capture the friendliness and service that you receive at the farm. Ae and his cousin Win ensure that your needs are met.

Let us not forget the playfulness and the friendly dogs: Sam who is quite photogenic, Izzie soft camel color Labrador that likes to nap on the steps of the main house; The Beagles Louis and Molly and Lucy. Oscar the cat is a suave seductor and jumps in your lap if you feel like playing with him. All of the animals are treated with respect and love and they welcomed me as an honorary friend of their living paradise; and then there is Natalie the deer and the nice rescue story of the pink buffalo!
The three delicious fresh meals are served in your own private dining outdoor Sala which made me feel like a queen! The succulent fresh menu offers a variety of Thai, Western and Vegan choices. They take every detail attention to your dietary needs including the extra snack of chocolate chip cookies, fresh bananas, passion fruit, mango, watermelon and vegetables. Khun Win only uses fresh ingredients and believe me that your palate will notice it!

I was very impressed with the beautiful cabin wood construction and the comfortable chairs and bed. I slept like a baby!
You have the farm all to yourself. Ae gave me a nice tour of the area and I was able to see the coffee plantation of the rich coffee that I had every day as well as admire the lusciousness of the jungle. There are opportunities to engage in other activities mentioned on the website but due to Covid 19 restrictions they are temporarily closed. The most amazing thing is that you don’t need other activities when you have the whole farm at your disposal! A river runs through the farm and I soaked my feet in the refreshing waters on a warm afternoon after returning from a walk to the village. Next time, I will go to the waterfall.
I am looking at my calendar to book my next stay at Thung Dong Farm. I feel that I have found my new home in Chiang Mai!
Carmen Bardeguez-Brown. A Puertorican - American Accidental Expat in Chiang Mai (May 2021)

This was our second visit to Thung Dong Farm, and I think (if it's possible) that the kids loved it more this time than last time. It was the little things that Khun Ae did that made it so magical-- taking the kids along to help make a bonfire for the buffalos each night, making lanterns and sending them up into the sky, going for long walks in the cool, fresh morning air with Sam the dog. We also so appreciated the care taken to make sure each meal consisted of foods our kids were happy to eat and the super comfortable rooms (and kitchen with great coffee and kid-friendly Milo). My kids were crying on the last night, not wanting to leave, so I can guarantee we'll be back for another visit as soon as we can. It's a truly magical place.
Simona, Daniel, Nate & Meena. Bangkok (January 2021)

Dear Khun Ae
Thank you for your hospitality and kindness when we stayed with you just a couple of weeks ago. We had an absolutely fabulous time, and your kindness was a great part of it.
Isabella wants to come back soon, and now talks about you whenever she sees anyone on a motorcycle!
We have already shared your website link with several friends, so hope they too will have the opportunity to visit you some day.
Warmest wishes,
Isabella, Kieren and Marte. Bangkok (Dec-Jan 2020-2021)

Hi Ae!!
Happy Loy Krathong!! We are back in Bangkok and work / school!
We miss the farm, Sam, Molly, Oscar and the other animals. We had a wonderful time, thanks for making it so special. Looking forward to coming again one day!!
I will send you the photos from Ralph once he sorts them out.
In the meantime, what a wonderful memory for us!
Sophie, Ralph & family. Bangkok (October 2020)

Dear K. Ae, just a quick note to thank you for another wonderful stay on your farm. It was a great opportunity for me and Bob to relax and take in that beautiful, fresh country air while the kids kept you busy with all their requests! Thank you so much for your kindness and patience to them; they never stop talking about ‘Farmer Ae’! We are already planning our next break on the farm! Thank you again Ae and with best wishes to you and your sister.
Kirsty, Bob, Brendon & Millie. Bangkok (August 2020)

We all enjoyed a wonderful 4-day stay at the farm.
The farm itself and the surrounding countryside is very beautiful and makes for a perfect place for a family get away.
Khun Ae is a fantastic host and makes you feel at home on the farm. He was excellent when interacting with our children and explaining the various aspects of his job as a farmer. They were able to enjoy the freedom that comes with being in the countryside, and loved spending time with the animals, although their favourite activity was getting the chance to ride as passenger on a motorbike!
The 4-day package is very good value for money. The food was excellent and accommodation comfortable. We look forward to returning to the farm in the future.
Thank you Khun Ae for such a memorable trip,
Nicola, Steve, Lyra and Alexa. Bangkok, (July 2020)

Dear Ae,
just a note to thank you so much for hosting us all; what a perfect place to isolate!
The farm gave us a welcome respite from the city and the kids just loved the freedom and being so close to nature; they’re clamouring to come back soon to the farm and we would love to come up for another week before school starts if we can. The animals are adorable and I am sure that Molley will become a wonderful mother, please let us have some snaps of the puppies when they arrive.
So thank you again for all of your kindness and making us feel so welcome and at home!
Hope to see you again soon but until then stay safe and warm regards.
Jessica & Jim Lamb & family. UK / Chiang Mai (May 2020)

My family and I have just spent a wonderful few days on the farm. The farm is located outside of Chiang Mai in a beautiful, scenic and tranquil valley and it is all complimented by farmer Ae and all of his wonderful animals!
Ae and his staff are very welcoming and helpful. They arranged various excursions for us and even a masseuse to visit the farm. The meals were excellent and very plentiful.
It's the perfect place to unwind and relax away from the bustle of the city and to get back to nature!
Andy, Tracy, Ryan & Yasmine. Spain (March 2020)

Dear Ae
We appreciated your hospitality over the last 4 days. My family especially my son, Darrell enjoy himself a lot. When he was on the plane yesterday on the way home, he cried! He wanted to stay at the farm and he told us to bring him back again! He like the motorcycle, fishing and camp fire very much.
Please tell your sister she is such an amazing cook. Usually, I do not take much rice but the food is so delicious that I have a double portion every meal! She can become a chef if she comes to Singapore!
You also have impart us knowledge on the farm animals and showing the kids how to set-up fire and fish... No matter what requests the kids have, you will always entertain them. Appreciate your kind gesture to organize a mini birthday celebration for my son.
Here are some pictures for the memory and hope to come back soon.
Take care, warm regards.
Gerrard & family. Singapore (February 2020)

We can all warmly recommend a stay at the Thung Dong Farm. We visited as a family in three generations and all agreed it was a holiday highlight!
Khun Ae was a great and genuine host. We really enjoyed the activities he initiated for our kids and family - including fishing, lantern decor, egg hunt... you name it!
Khun Sai offered great hospitality and served amazing food - especially the Khao Soi was so tasty!
The animals on the farm were all very friendly and Sam (the leading dog) a true companion as he followed us everywhere on and outside the farm 😄.
The farm itself was relaxing and a good place to unwind from bustling cities and tourist crowded islands. A serene location and nice accommodation. Lastly, highly recommend that you go for the massage!
The Andersen family. Denmark (February 2020)

We had the most amazing time at Thung Dong Farm with Farmer Ae and his animals! It was great to get our children out of the city and closer to nature, while also allowing them to wander independently feeding the animals, holding or petting the bunnies, fishing in the lake, or just reading a book on the Farm House balcony. Thung Dong Farm is both beautiful and relaxing; for the guests anyway! Farmer Ae and his sister work very hard to make all of their guests (you’ll meet friends from around the globe, but only a few, as there are only 3 accommodations on the farm) feel warmly welcomed and well looked after—from the delicious food they prepare for you 3 times a day, to the clean and comfortable accommodations they provide and all the other extra touches they include like nightly bonfires (bring your own supplies for s’mores, as they’re not available in Chiang Mai), Farmer Ae’s amazing stories about the farms’ furry and feathered residents, decorating paper lanterns with the kids to release into the star-filled night sky and even a short trip into the village to visit the nearby Rose Farm for delicious drinks and baked treats and to grab a variety of local snacks and delicacies on the way back to the Farm (like a mini food tour!). Lastly, Ae also arranged a wonderful itinerary for us for a day trip away from the farm to go north to Chiang Rai. You will not regret booking a stay at Thung Dong Farm; like us, you will make memories there that will last a lifetime and have you longing to come back for more! Thank you Farmer Ae and family (animals included) for our wonderful stay on Thung Dong Farm!
Samantha, Newman, Elijah, Elli and Emi! Hawaii. USA (January/February 2020)

Hello Ae!

We had a wonderful time at Thung Dong. It is a very beautiful and peaceful place. Thank you for entertaining the kids and making the stay so much fun for them. They loved the animals and motorcycle rides!
We hope to visit again soon!
I have attached some photos for you 😊
Cheers
Jaime & Derek & family. Singapore (December-January 2020)

Dear P'Ae,
Thank you for your kind email. Our family thoroughly enjoyed our time at your beautiful farm. The kids enjoyed the animals so much & my husband and I enjoyed the peaceful calm and beautiful surroundings. The food was so delicious (please thank you sister), the Sunset Room was very comfortable, spacious and clean. Thank you for welcoming us and making us feel so at home.
We will come again as soon as we can and have already recommended Thung Dong Farm to many of our friends. Thung Dong Farm is really the perfect break from the city and so much fun for the whole family. Anyone who visits your farm will not regret it and will start planning their return visit as soon as they leave….just as we are doing!
All the best for the New Year.
David, Priscilla, Zoe & Michael. Australia (January 2020)

Dear Khun Ae,
We are back home in Singapore 2 hours ago.
Thank you very much for making our stay in your farm a memorable one.
Our children really miss Izzy, Sam, Louie, Molly, Oscar and you. They keep asking Charlene and I on our plan to go back to your farm!
You have organised the activities very well like fishing, bon fire, teaching the children on feeding animals, picking eggs, hot spring, jumping fish at the waterfall, prepare the lanterns. You have given us a lot of knowledge on animals and plants. Our children have been talking about it from the day we left your farm
You have also planned the food menu perfectly well. We love the special Chiang Mai meals. It tastes very nice!
We look forward returning to your farm in the near future.
Meanwhile, Charlene and I wish you success in everything you do.
Sincerely,
Teo & Charlene & family. Singapore (December 2019)

We are now back in Singapore.
It was a very memorable farm stay for us, especially the children. We have stayed on farms in Japan, Taiwan, Australia, Italy... and the children tell me, Thung Dong Farm is their favourite. My son, Ian, really appreciates your effort to do and teach so many interesting activities to the children. So, thank you very much Ae.We will surely be back to see you again and will be happy to recommend Thung Dong Farm to our family and friends. Take care and wishing you an early Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Eiling Goh and family. Singapore (December 2019)

Hello Khun Ae,
Yes we absolutely enjoyed our time at the farm. The kids keep asking why only 3 nights? They want more of your farm and want to be back! They are already missing you and the little friends they made.
You are such an inspiration to us. We all witnessed your love, passion and drive radiating throughout the farm. The world is so much better with someone like you. You have a dream and you are living a dream everyday! Many of us wish we have the courage to live a life like yours.
Please take good care and all the best to you, your sister, family, your beloved animals and may the Krathongs bless your farm to greater heights.
We look forward to seeing an even better Thung Dong when we return. Appreciate your nice gesture to recommend us a restaurant. We will try it tonight and think of you.
Ken Lim & family. Singapore (November 2019)

Sawasdee Khun Ae,
Thank you for your so sweet message. We all also wanted to thank you so much for everything, we had a wonderful time with you on the farm.
Our children were very happy. We all loved the lanterns, the krathongs, playing with Sam and Izzie, feeding the geese, the chicken, fishing…You taught us a lot.
You have a gorgeous place; we feel at home on the farm!
We did not notice the time passing, it was wonderful! You and Sai will stay in our hearts. It will be a great memory for all our family. Thank you so much for your kindness.
Eliott cried when we left. He told us he didn’t want to leave you and Thung Dong and he wanted to stay in your farm for the whole four months of our stay in East Asia! Ae, we thank you again for everything.
Aurelia, Quentin, Clara, Héloïse and Eliott. Belgium (November 2019)

Just had a memorable stay at Thung Dong Farm. It is a great experience for city dwellers like us to experience life in the country side. The place was beautiful and Mr. Ae was a gem. My girl had a great time especially with the freedom to roam; rabbits, the golden retrievers Sam and Izzie, and chickens and ducks. The highlights were being able to give Izzie a wash in the river and to trek through the cool countryside with Mr. Ae and Sam where Mr. Ae pointed out lots of interesting things to us. My girl said she wants to stay there forever. A big thank you to Mr. Ae and everybody at the farm for their great hospitality.
Shann & family. Singapore (October 2019)

Thank you again Ae for what was a truly magical experience for our kids (and a relaxing one for us adults!). As we pulled away, Ari and Reed thanked us so much and said your farm is their favorite and best place we’ve been to on our trip. Ari started crying because she didn’t want to leave, and when I asked her what her favorite part was, she said: “Ae.” Thank you for making our last few days so wonderful and memorable and special. We wish you so much luck with the farm stay, and hope to see you again in the future. If you ever find yourself in Los Angeles, please let us know. You have a place to stay there any time!
Leemore & family. U.S.A. (October 2019)

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My family of four spent a magical three days on the farm. Looking over the extensive and positive feedback left by others I don't have much to add except to echo that the beauty of the farm is only strengthened by the care of it's owner Khun Ae.
Khun Ae organised our stay wonderfully and helped suggest appropriate activities. He was very thoughtful and even surprised our son with a floating lantern which my son found to be one of the best parts of the whole trip! Khun Ae was very attentive yet respectful throughout the stay - we had all the privacy we needed and the second we had a question or need Khun Ae seemed to appear with the answer.
The farm itself and the accommodation are lovely, so much so that we didn't mind when it rained for a full day because we had so much fun splashing in puddles and having tea on our enclosed verandah. Food was excellent as well, with the chef catering as much as possible to our picky 2.5year old.
Overall I would highly recommend this experience, and thank Khun Ae again for his excellent care and suggestions during our visit.
Victoria & Ben Miller & family. Australia (September 2019)

We arrived at the Thung Dong farm towards the last leg of our 18 day tour of Thailand. For the kids, the build-up of the expectations of the “farm stay” was huge but I was a little tentative, wondering if the village like atmosphere of the farm would keep up their interest for long. I was however overwhelmed at the way the kids took to the farm and settled into the lovely atmosphere created by the team at TDF. As per the kids, the Thung Dong farm stay scored the highest points compared to some of the premium properties we stayed at, that offered lavish landscapes, infinite pool and the works.
Thung Dong farm was truly magical! Kids (Tara, 12 & Vivaan, 5) were just soaking in this unique experience and it was wonderful to see them get so involved with the animals. Getting so close to nature and its beauty was an enriching experience. Watching dogs, cats, hens, ducks, geese, cows, buffaloes and even a deer all living harmoniously and so friendly with human contact was a great life lesson for us all. Kids were in total ecstasy.
We made a strong bond with the animals and the people at the farm. Ae was great with everything. We were well looked after, the food was awesome and they had no problem sticking to our vegetarian diet request. Kids had a memorable time with Ae, he was simply superb. They trekked, swam in the stream, made lantern, kathrongs, played board games over dinner, they also joked and laughed a lot. Me and my wife could just sit back and enjoy watching them. The Beagles, Molly & Louis, Oscar the cat, Izze the Labrador, her intelligent partner Sam and the cow fondly called “Dang’s mother” will be edged in our memories for long. We were also glad to have visited the nearby Hot springs and taken up the massage session at the farm with Khun Nee which was intense and relaxing too. It was only towards the end of our stay we realized there was so much more we wanted to do. The Jungle zip line, boat ride in the lake at the farm, visit to the nearby temples, were all left out. So we will be back TDF! And the next time, will not miss catching up with a round at the Highland Golf course either!
Manoj, Jyotsna, Tara & Vivaan. Dubai (August 2019)

Families who love nature and animals will love Thung Dong Farm as we have.
From the initial email contact, Ae has been beyond helpful in organising both our trip to the farm and guiding us on the rest of our time in Chiang Mai.
The Farm House was clean, comfortable and well stocked with all we needed. All meals were home cooked and plentiful.
Ae clearly loves animals and it comes through in all that he does. It was wonderful for the children to see how the dogs, cats, chickens, geese, ducks, guinea fowl, rabbits, buffalo, deer, pig, guinea pigs, hedgehogs, Fantail Pigeons, love birds (I think that's what they are!), can all live together in harmony.
We felt like part of the family - feeding the animals, taking the dogs for a bath and to the vet for their injections and joining in village festivities.
The kids (Age 9 and 13) loved the animals and had favourites during our 4 day stay. Molly the beagle and Oscar the cat for the kids and Henry, the head rooster were our favourites.
Thung Dong is definitely a lovely and well worth visiting and staying as long as you can!
Ian, Julie, Kris and Kate. Hong Kong (July 2019)

We recently visited Thung Dong Farm for part of our vacation in Thailand. What a great choice it was for my family--me, my husband, my two children (ages 3 and 5), and my 73 year old mother. We are American expats living in Korea (My mom flew over from the states to join us) and we were looking for a family friendly adventurous vacation. We stayed in Chiang Mai for the first part of our trip and finished with 4 nights at the farm. My kids absolutely loved being out on Thung Dong Farm... every single part of it.... the pets to play with...helping Ae feed the fish, birds, bunnies, guinea pigs, and hedge hogs...the crafty projects like making lanterns and floating them into the sky...eating outside each meal...exploring the local area attractions...eating bananas and fruit Ae had just picked/cut from a nearby tree...having "tea" (hot chocolate for them) each afternoon...etc. As adults, in addition to enjoying everything the kids liked, we just loved the feel of being so isolated on such a beautiful piece of land. It was so great to just relax and enjoy the beauty. Ae is such a hard worker and did everything possible to make sure our stay was perfect--and he succeeded (minus a few too many bug bites for me ;-)...but that's just part of being on a farm in Thailand! Ae made sure the Farm House was clean and the gardens looked lovely; our meals were prepared and to our liking; our kids were always happy and enjoying something new and fun on the farm. Ae was the perfect amount of present when needed and scarce so we could have some down time. And he was amazingly helpful with our transfers both to and from the farm. We couldn't have asked for a better stay, and I was also incredibly impressed with Ae's professionalism and kindness in our email interactions leading up to our stay. He spent a lot of time helping me organize my trip and understand Thailand before we came. If you're looking for a relaxing, exciting vacation with more of a rustic feel, Thung Dong Farm is the place for you! I know I'll be recommending it to all my friends and family!
The Harris Family. U.S.A. (June 2019)

We want to thank Ae for this wonderful experience we had as a family with our 3 year old Boy. What a wonderful place Ae has created over the years . As we love nature a lot and our boy coming to an age where he can really enjoy a farmstay we decided to contact Ae through his website of Thungdongfarmstay, from the very first moment we had a good feeling about this place and we were not disappointed.
Everything was perfectly arranged for us and the stay at the farmhouse was amazing, the views, the peace and harmony this place is a true gem!
From a small birthday cake for our boy over a few cold Chang’s in the fridge and nice outings suiting our family all was taken care of .
Above all we loved feeding and being with all the animals but it goes beyond that, hearing the story behind the animals and all the hard work Ae has put into this place deserves a lot of respect and support.
We have been to many places but this one we will treasure and remember and so does our little boy who wanted to fly some animals home with him to Hong Kong:)
Warmly,
Marnick, Elsa, Wannes. Hong Kong / Belgium (May 2019)

Sawadee Ka Khun Ae!
Just a note to thank you so much for your kindness to me and the kids and for your outstanding hospitality especially during this difficult time in our lives. All of your animals gave Jody and Dan so much happiness and took their minds away from recent events. For me the time to relax and to remember and to contemplate the future in such beautiful surroundings was truly wonderful. Many, many thanks once again for your thoughtfulness and consideration which we will always remember. We will return!
Mandy Payne, Jody & Dan. Thailand/Wales (April 2019)

Thank you Ae for the fantastic and warmth of your hospitality that you extended to our family. We had an awesome time and it was a great experience for us especially as we come from a city. It feels like the farm belonged to us and we were free to explore any areas on our own!
Not to say, the kids love feeding the animals and they wanted to feed them every now and then. My son loved the ‘pretend’ fishing experience the most and it was not difficult for him to learn. Sam and Izzie, the dogs, were so lovely and extremely friendly, they look forward to cuddles and snacks all the time. The searching of fireflies was an eye opening experience for the kids too to come so up close to them.
We gotta thank the masseur lady, Khun Nee, for the awesome massage as well. Everything was on point and we almost fell alseep! The meals were delicious too and they were very nice to accommodate to our own meals times as we normally eat quite late.
I suggest anyone who loves to experience nature and a real country farm to drop by Thung Dong for and you will surely enjoy this memorable experience!
Priscilla, Kuan, Quintus, Tyler and Shiela. Singapore (March 2019)

I loved Thung Dong farm from the second I stepped into it. Great warm welcome and care from Ae the friendly owner. Beautiful playful family dogs that will always entertain you. The birds, buffaloes and the deer yes a dear all with the landscape, rivers and waterfalls onsite and nearby make this a farmers paradise. I really enjoyed my stay; the room was amazing and with the veranda and amazing soothing view, not as important but the widescreen TV and wifi available. Food is magnificent. Ae is always more than ready to take you to beautiful nearby sites and tour and activities to do onsite. Thanks Ae for the beautiful stay I will definitely come back to Thung Dong Farm in the future. :)
Anonymous! We are unable to trace who sent this very nice guest comment to us after their stay on the farm!...but thank you so much anyway!

My stay at Thung Dong Farm was beyond perfect and is such a lovely memory. I was looking for a beautiful and quiet place to escape from the touristic areas, I couldn't have picked a better place : the surroundings are breathtaking, the farm is magnificent and I felt so grateful everyday to have the opportunity to enjoy the nature & the animals. The room was quite big, very comfy, nicely and tastefully decorated. The typical food was delicious. Ae is a wonderful host who did everything to ensure my stay was special. I got pretty well the "vibes" from the farm, the village with a lot of activities, from a stroll in the jungle to the hot spring water, a great Thai massage, offerings at the temple... I stayed 5 days and it felt like home - I could have stayed a lot longer!Thung Dong Farm is the perfect place to recharge and reconnect to nature. Thank you Ae for everything, I'll definitely come back!
Sandrine. France (February 2019)

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Mon séjour à Thung Dong Farm a été parfait et j'en garde un merveilleux souvenir. Je cherchais un endroit beau et calme en pleine nature pour me ressourcer à l'écart de l'agitation des zones touristiques, et je pense que je n'aurais pas pu faire un meilleur choix : le cadre est magique, la ferme est tout simplement magnifique, c'est un bonheur sans cesse renouvelé de s'y promener et d'apprécier le spectacle qu'offrent la nature et tous les animaux., La chambre était spacieuse, confortable et décorée avec beaucoup de goût, les repas vraiment typiques et délicieux (et très copieux !). Ae est un hôte adorable et attentionné, qui m'a fait partager sa passion de la ferme et a été aux petits soins avec moi. J'ai pu avoir un aperçu complet de l'univers autour de la ferme : trek dans la jungle, marché du village, sources d'eau chaude, massage traditionnel, offrandes... les 5 jours sont passés très vite et je me suis sentie comme à la maison. Je ne peux que chaudement recommander un séjour à Thung Dong Farm, pour se ressourcer et reconnecter avec la nature et tout ce qu'elle a à offrir. Merci Ae pour ce très bon moment, je reviendrai!
Sandrine. France (Février 2019)

Staying at Thung Dong Farm was one of the highlights of our time in Thailand. Everything was perfect-- from the logistics, to the room, to the food, to the chilly mornings, warm afternoons, and magical evenings. Khun Ae and the entire team were so friendly and helpful, and our 3 year old considers them all his 'new friends' and is constantly asking when we can go back to the farm. We loved the morning walks in the jungle, the afternoons of feeding the animals, making lanterns, and drinking coffee. The campfire was a huge highlight on our last night, and the videos of the lantern released are on repeat! For our city kids, the chance to run around free and engage with nature was priceless. We already miss the delicious food and coffee now that we are at home and cooking for ourselves.... and drinking coffee which is not grown on the hill just above our room! We will definitely be back!
Nate & Meena (& our parents!)
Thailand / Canada (February 2019)

A beautiful place surrounded by jungle and National Park in amongst hills and mountains. I think that Thung Dong Farm is a wonderful retreat to spend time to unwind from the pressures of the business world and is aided by good communications if the need were to arise. The atmosphere of the farm is tranquil with good Thai food to suit all tastes. In addition there are some interesting places to visit in the area and activities on and around the farm if you are so inclined! I was looked after very well by attentive and friendly staff and for me I could not ask for better, exactly what I needed and wanted after the stresses of everyday life!
Thank you Thung Dong Farm for a truly great stay.
John. England (January 2019)

Sawadee Ka Khun Ae!
A most memorable stay with you, your Mom and team on the farm. We returned to KL refreshed and rejuvenated! Thank you so much for all the care and attention you gave the kids and they cannot stop talking about ‘Farmer Ae’!
We enjoyed the meals a lot and please say thanks to Khun Mai for catering to our needs especially Mark with his particular diet.
Please remember us to your team and to Sam, Easy and Oscar plus all the other animals! Well as they say ‘Sweet dreams are made of this’ and we’ll dream on until our next visit!
Sandy, Clive, Emma, Tristan & Mark. Malaysia / United Kingdom (December 2018)

Hello Ae,
Thanks so much for your kind note! We had such a wonderful time at the farm and we really appreciate the warm welcome by you, your mum and your team. We totally felt like part of the family and part of the farm.
This was Little Beatrice’s first experience at a farm and she has so many beautiful memories of the people, the place, her animal friends and of course the special fireworks and Sky Lantern you made for her.
Hopefully when she’s bigger, we can try out the longer treks!
Thanks again and all the best wishes to your family and your team.
Best Regards,
Chor San & family. Singapore (November 2018)

My Thai husband and I spent three days at Thung Dong Farm. We have lived in Bangkok for over 15 years and visited many holiday homes and places. We had a wonderful and exceptional stay at Thung Dong farm which Tom called “a dream come true”, and I agree.
Communication and organisation were swift and spot on all round; the owner/ manager Khun Ae and his help speak good English, are very friendly and committed, the accommodation and natural surroundings of the farm are beautiful and truly quiet and peaceful, the animals are adorable, the food is very good. The farm offers three lodgings, and the resulting limited number of visitors allows for a personable and relaxing holiday experience. You can choose to take part in a number of activities on and around the farm, or just breathe in and out while enjoying the peaceful and lovely natural setting and views. We came back home completely enchanted and relaxed, and that impression stayed with us even when our everyday routine had caught up with us again!. We are planning to be back very soon. Read more about Susi & Tom's farm stay here.
Susi & Tom. Thailand (October 2018)

Dear Khun Ae
Thank you for a wonderful stay at your farm. Our three children loved the activities such as feeding the animals and ‘pretend’ fishing in the river! The short trek / hike where we were accompanied by your delightful Izzy and Sam was a highlight of our visit to Changmai. Thank you also for providing the gluten-free bread for our son and accommodating his allergies. We look forward to a return visit!
Carmel and Andrew Norton & family. Thailand/Australia (October 2018)

We had the most amazing time at Thung Dong farm and seriously regretted only booking for 1 night. I wish we could have stayed for a minimum of 3 or 4 nights. There is so much to see and places to visit around the area, but even just staying on the farm for the whole day is lovely. The place is so serene, I think it was our most relaxing day ever! (our 2 years old is very active!) The food was lovely, not to mention that the Farm House is absolutely beautiful and very comfortable. Our daughter fell in love with Izzy and Sam (two sweet dogs) and Oscar, the cat and had a blast feeding all those chickens, ducks and rabbits. The animals live a very happy life there!
Thank you Khun Ae for being so attentive to all our needs! We loved the surprise you organized for us and we are hoping to come back to your lovely farm before we leave Thailand!!
Alexandra, Mauro & Sofia. Russia (October 2018)

Мы замечательно провели время на этой ферме, к сожалению, забронировали всего на одну ночь, о чем очень пожалели по приезду. Оптимально было бы остаться там на три-четыре ночи как минимум. Мы весь день провели на ферме, но вообще в округе очень много мест, куда можно сходить (дневные экскурсии). Само место, эта долина, окруженная горами– это просто мега мощное расслабление, кажется, мы так замечательно не отдыхали с ребенком еще ни разу. Для детей вообще потрясающе. Отличная здоровая еда, хозяин очень ответственно подошел к нашей просьбе не добавлять сахара (мне нельзя). Сам дом в котором мы жили (Farm House) – это тайский тиковый дом с историей, очень красивый, все удобно устроено. Дочка полюбила всех животных на ферме с первого взгляда, особенно двух собак – Иззи и Сэма и кота Оскара. Ей дали кормить уток, кроликов и кур, она не могла нарадоваться.
Мы очень благодарны Ае за его внимание ко всем нашим просьбам уже на стадии переписки. Он устроил нам сюрприз, поселив нас в большой дом вместо Garden Room, которую мы изначально забронировали. Очень надеемся, что сможем вернуться туда отдохнуть еще раз!!
Alexandra, Mauro & Sofia. Russia (October 2018)

My family, together with both my dad and mum, travelled together and spent a splendid 4D3N at Thung Dong Farm. It was a special time there, had a relaxing time to ourselves while our 8 year old boy and 5 year old girl roamed around the farm spending time with Izzy (the sweetest dog ever), Sam, Oscar, the bunnies, the chickens, and ducks. The air is so fresh and coming from Singapore, we are amazed about the dust-free environment at the farm. Every meal we had there were marvellous too!! And of course, it’s the sincerity of Khun Ae that touched us! Ae made sure that my family are well taken care of, even before arriving at his farm, providing us advice on where to visit at CM city, and helping us with reservations at CM’s best eateries as well. He has a passion for the farm, animals and the guests that come to stay. Thanks again for the beautiful holiday that we had at Thung Dong and we will definitely be back again soon!
Love, from Singapore!
Alice, Claudius, Cayden, Alicia, and Grandparents. Singapore (September 2018)

Dear Ae,
Thank you so much for your email and the letter you sent and gave us! We had an absolutely wonderful time at your farm.
You did so much for us to feel good, we appreciate that a lot!
The room was great, the food was delicious and everybody of your staff was just so nice!
We enjoyed the hike and being in nature, Linus was happy and thankful that you helped him getting plants and seeds.
I still have the meditation with the monk in my heart, thank you for giving me that gift. Till had a wonderful birthday he will never forget! And the birthday ‘cake’ will become a new tradition in our family now :)
He appreciated very much that you took care for his food, we all are thankful for that he could feel safe in eating!
Thank you again, say hi to the nice ladies with the good food:)
Bye for now,
Yvonne, Wolfram, Till & Linus. Germany (August 2018)

I know it’s going to be special right from the day Ae replied to my email. He was all apologetic about the late reply and is so friendly and accommodating in every email that follows. When I shared that the trip was to celebrate Ian’s birthday, he was excited as his also falls on the same day and promised to make that day extraordinary for Ian and he did. We love the warm reception and Ae is very knowledgeable. The farmstay is so memorable and we will miss the morning walks with faithfully Izzy and Sam, delicious home-cooked meals, and all the farm animals. We’re glad Day 3 was sunny and the day tour recommended by Ae was wonderful - The Giant, waterfall, Mae Kampong village and hot spring. The massage was relaxing and the masseur was skilful and targeted troubled tense areas. The birthday dinner was sumptuous and hand crafted fruit cake was Ae’s thoughtful attention to details as Ian does not like sweet cakes. Very memorable too was the release of the sky lantern which Ae made it happened the following night as it rained the night of the birthday celebrations. Both of us had a very relaxing break and we look forward to returning soon. Ae, thanks for your hospitality and warm reception. You have found the IKIGAI - the purpose in life and the reason for getting up in the morning. All the best in your future plans for the farm.
Jane & Ian Chong. Singapore (August 2018)

We loved our stay at Thung Dong, it really exceeded our already high expectations. Ae is a fabulous host and has done an incredible job developing this unique property. The whole experience was very restful and rejuvenating for us and our 3-year-old daughter had the best time ever, constantly asking to go outside and find Izzy the Labrador and Oscar the cat. We loved having the freedom to do our own thing, roam around the spacious and beautiful property and wade through the river or stroll around the meadow, but also have some organised trips which were well worthwhile. We were already scheming how to come back before we left!
Very best wishes
Christina, Brendan and Isla. Hong Kong (July 2018)

I have always had this love and passion for a farmer's lifestyle! Ae and his beautiful farm helps you live it fully. Amazing nature and landscape with the lakes, waterfalls and green everywhere. Lovely and well taken care of animals like really high standard of care. Plus amazing cozy rooms with the farm breeze to keep you always calm. Friendly warm welcome by Ae who will always spend a lot of time with you showing you around help you participate and even take you to nearby attractive spots for excursions. The staff are very kind and welcoming and the food is amazingggg! A really fruitful, lovely and relaxing experience will definitely come back here more often.
Omar. Dubai. United Arab Emirates (15th June 2018)

I loved Thung Dong farm from the second that I stepped onto it. Great warm welcome and care from Ae the friendly owner. Beautiful playful family dogs that will always entertain you. The birds, buffaloes and the deer, yes a dear, all with the landscape, rivers and waterfalls onsite and nearby make this a farmer's paradise. I really enjoyed my stay; the room was amazing and with the veranda and amazing soothing view, not as important but the widescreen TV and WiFi available. Food is magnificent. Ae is always more than ready to take you to tour beautiful nearby sites and undertake activities onsite. Thanks Ae for the beautiful stay. I will definitely come back to Thung Dong farm in the future. :)
Omar. Dubai. United Arab Emirates (20th June 2018)

We have just returned from Thung Dong Farm. WE LOVE IT!
The people and the animals make this farm stay one of a kind. Ae, the owner, is a wonderful spirit. Wow. The hospitality at Thung Dong Farm is superb. Honest, real and done with love. We are grateful to have experienced Ae, his staff, the animals and the beautiful surroundings.
I’m very impressed.
My family and I stayed in the Farmhouse accommodation during our 6 days at Thung Dong. It was perfect for us I have two young sons, 3 and 8 years. Ae ensured that we always had all we needed throughout the stay like milk, yoghurt and cereal. The house is very comfortable. Mattresses firm and even a TV with cable! This on a farm in the mountains. We didn’t really need the TV very much though with so much to do.
Ae thinks of everything. He brought us to waterfalls and hot springs, tours of the village and temples.
What I liked about it was that the stay was very relaxing Not too busy. Our sons ran around the farm while we spent time on the huge balcony/dining area reading. It’s very serene.
Ae made time to be with the kids so that they both forged a great relationship with him.
We loved being on Thung Dong Farm so much we’re planning our trip back!
Highly recommended. Just book! You will not regret it.
Gino, Aized, Dean & Aden. Singapore (June 2018)

A note from Khun Aized & family

We had our best holiday in Thailand so far on the farm. Theo is still talking about it and we can’t wait to visit again! Spending time with you and the animals on the farm was really special; I think that we will remember it for years to come. We have already given your website address to several friends who saw our photos on Facebook and have asked where it was. We have highly recommended that they come and see for themselves!
Thank you for making our stay at the farm so fantastic and welcoming.
This is not good bye as we will come and stay at your lovely farm again. Thank you once again for making our stay so good.
Sawasdee Pii mai Thai!
Mark, Emma & Theo. England/Thailand (May 2018)

Dear Ae It was a great pleasure for us to come to your place... this wonderful paradise you created. We will remember these days for long and I'm sure it will be in our best souvenirs!!! Even Rose (who is always shy with people she doesn't know) felt confident and "at home". We miss you all already........the people, the place, the food ;-) We have a lot of gratitude for all this... and so happy to have had the opportunity to share these days with you and your family.
Enjoy your Songkran Holiday! ;-)
Géraldine, Romane, Gaspard, Rose & Mathieu. Belgium (April 2018)

Living in a big city like K.L. it is a wonderful respite to be able to hop on a plane and within a few hours be enjoying the warm hospitality and beautiful surroundings of your farm. I am so pleased that we found Thung Dong as the opportunity for us parents to relax while the kids explore, feed the animals and generally just enjoy the fresh open air while you take such good care and engage them is just so wonderful.
Thank you so much Ae and also to your Mom, Sai and Mai for the delicious meals.
We will surely be back during the next school break! Best wishes to you all.
Alissa & James Hadley & family. Malaysia (March 2018)

We stayed on the farm with Ae for one week with our 2 kids - 5 and 2 years old.From our 2 month Thailand trip our kids loved the stay at Ae's farm best.
I thing that says it all!
Michal, Martina, Lola & Hugo. Slovakia (February 2018)

Chris and I would like to thank you for your exceptional hospitality, we had a brilliant time! Please also thank your mam and sister for the excellent food! We learned so much from you and loved everything about the farm, it is such a beautiful place. We will definitely recommend it to any friends coming to Thailand in the future. We miss Sam, Izzie and Oscar. Give them a pat from us :) We hope you find a boyfriend for Natalie soon! Thanks again. Wishing you all the best in the future for you and your farm. x.
Chris and Sarah. England (February 2018)

It was the first farmstay for my family and we totally loved it! Especially all 3 of my really noisy and active kids. Ae was very kind and patient with them. They really enjoyed feeding the animals and jungle trekking and just being with Sam and Izzy. They used to be afraid of animals but after a few days, now they love being with them! It’s nice and peaceful being in nature and the weather was pleasant and cool. Loved it! Will definitely come back again!
Ivy, Dave & family. Singapore (February 2018)

We had the most amazing time with Ae and his team at Thung Dong Farm. It was a welcome respite from the hectic Thai city life. It is just the ideal place to bring children, giving them an opportunity to enjoy the real Thailand. Our two boys loved their freedom at the farm, playing in the river, feeding the animals, fishing in the lake and going for rides with Ae on his motorbike. This freedom for the kids gives us parents the space and time to relax and catch up on reading in the quite countryside. Ae has created a perfect Nirvana at Thung Dong and is so kind to children, it was certainly their highlight of Thailand.
Eoin & family. Ireland (January 2018)

From Joanna Lodge (Joel, Seth, Martha and Bertie) Thailand (January 2018)
(Joanna is a contributing columnist for BKK Kids Publication)
http://www.bkkkids.com/blog/farmstays-chiang-mai-thailand/

Une semaine inoubliable dans un cadre magnifique, une maison pleine de charme et très confortable, des repas délicieux, une patience incroyable avec les enfants. Toute l’equipe s’est pliée en 4 pour rendre notre séjour impeccable. C’est un lieu idéal pour se poser par exemple comme c’est notre cas lors d’un très long voyage, parfois nous avons besoin de ralentir pour faire travailler les enfants pour l’école, écrire nos compte-rendus sur FB et monter les vidéos. Votre ferme est l’endroit parfait et vous êtes tellement adorable ! La semaine est passée beaucoup trop vite !!! Merci encore pour tout, les enfants ne vous oublieront jamais !
Michael, Sophie & family. Begium (January 2018) >

"An unforgettable week in beautiful surroundings, a house full of charm and very comfortable, delicious meals, incredible patience with children. The whole team did all they could to make our stay perfect. It is an ideal place to stop for a while, as an example as in is our case during a very long trip, sometimes we need to slow down, to encourage the children to undertake school work, to write our reports on FB and to upload videos. Ae your farm is the perfect place and you are so adorable! The week has gone way too fast!! Thanks again for everything, the kids will never forget you!"

Our family had an enjoyable stay with Khun Ae and experienced the warm and exceptional hospitality while there. The kids had endless fun on the farm while the adults can sit around and chill. Weather was cold when we were there but bearable. We hope to visit your lovely farm once again soon. Highly recommended.
Eugene Shi & family. Singapore (December 2017)

I would like to thank you sincerely, Ae, for all the arrangements and fun that you have brought to my kids although it was only a very short visit. They enjoyed the stay, the food, the feeding of the birds, the making of the river raft and floating it by the river, releasing the sky lanterns, the jungle trekking and river crossing, the motor cycle riding, the fish feeding, walking the dogs and most importantly the company of SAM! Until now the kids are still talking about him and asking when they can come back for the next visit! The extent of your warm hospitality has cast a deep and memorable impressions in all of us : ) we could feel your sincerity and the extra mile of effort you made ensuring that your guests are happy and satisfied.
Thank you once again and I will recommend your farm to my friends who are looking for similar farm stay experience. I wish you good luck and good health always; ‘til we meet again... take care my dear friend and God bless.
Don & family & friends. Singapore ( November 2017)

Dear Khun Ae,
Thank you for hosting our family on a very memorable stay at your farm. We all loved our stay (especially the kids with Oscar, Sam and Izzy!). Your rooms are very beautifully designed and decorated and your land is really beautiful. We really felt well taken care of with your great food and hospitality. Hope we have a chance to stay with you again in the future! Thank you!
Best regards,
Thomas, Danielle, M&m. Singapore (November 2017)

Dear Ae,
We had a wonderful time on your farm! The children loved feeding the animals and exploring all the outdoor space, and we loved the peaceful evenings and fresh air! The food was also delicious! Thanks for all your effort and warmth - our boys still talk about the boats you made for them to play on the river. I have already recommended the farm to friends and hope we might have a chance to come back one day!
Best
Sophie & family. Bangkok. Thailand ( October 2017)

....Sawadee ka Ae!
A BIG thank you to you for the unforgettable experience you have given to our family. My 5yr old son was so sad when he had to leave the farm that he cried and he said he had to go back to look for Uncle Ae and feed the rabbits otherwise they will be hungry!
There are so many things to love about the farm. First and foremost, your superb Thai hospitality which attended to our every need from bed arrangements, meal requirements and always patiently listening and engaging my active children. You have also taught me many things through your love for your animals and farm, how you learn English on your own and the way you always make your guests feel at home. We are fortunate to have met an inspiring person like you on this trip.
The food your staff prepared was wonderful! Authentic home cooked meals with fresh ingredients and catering to the taste-buds of children as well. I especially love the daily porridge, bbq, fried banana leaves and fruits...

... my teenage nieces and son love Sam and Izzie. It is impressive how Izzie will lead us to the river and protect us from danger! They also love the sky lanterns which is a first experience for us.
It is such an enjoyable trip that leaves many beautiful memories for us. Thank you and hopefully we get to come back soon.
Jessie & family. Singapore (October 2017)

Thank you very much for the stay at Thung Dong Farm. We truly enjoyed our trip.
Everyday we think of you and everyone and all the animals while taking the delicious honey with our breakfast.
Hope you are well. We miss Sam and Izzie walking with us and Lucy and Merry to pet. Now we are dreaming of having rabbit babies to keep but I think we will just wait for our next visit to you!
Take care
Shaireen. Myanmar (October 2017)

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was an awesome experience for us both as well as the children. You have a beautiful farm and lovely dogs and cat! I personally enjoyed the trek the most! …..and thank you so much for keeping the children busy at the farm, entertaining their non stop questions! We will certainly recommend friends to stay at Thung Dong! Take care and wishing you the best on the farm.
Priscillia & family. Singapore (September 2017)

Sawasdee Kha Khun Ae and Nack!
Thank you so much for a wonderful time at Thung Dong Farm.. we loved it there and feel you went out of your way to look after us and make us feel welcome.
Sam is missing Bob the rabbit but is pleased to hear how happy he's going to be with your aunt and uncle. We will definitely be back next time we're in Thailand!
Linda, Paul, Sam and Eddie . United Kingdom (August 2017)

A wonderful experience! Had the whole farm to myself being the only visitor.
The farm is probably an ideal place for a family but I would recommend for couples
or even the single traveller and also if you are a nature lover and want some peacefulness or just like the fresh air.
Thanks Ae for the hospitality. Love what you are doing to the farm and as well as for the village.
Bob Goh. Singapore (August 2017)

Thank you so much for the three night stay we recently had at your farm. It was a unique and special holiday experience and absolutely the highlight of our two week holiday in Thailand.
Having three young boys aged, 7, 5 and 2, the farm was the perfect place to let them run free and do all the things that boys like doing- get dirty, make noise and explore! They loved interacting with and feeding all of the animals, so much so, that much of the rest of our holiday was spent talking about the animals and what we thought they would be doing at that point in time!
Ae and Nack could not have been better hosts. They genuinely love children and built up a lovely relationship with our three kids in the short time we were there. They made us feel as though we were the first family to ever stay on the farm!
Ae took us on a day trip around the local area which included a visit to the hot springs, the Giant tree and the zip line in the jungle. It was lots of fun and the boys loved coming home with quail eggs cooked in the hot springs, to eat for dinner!
The Farmhouse was a beautiful place to stay. The fact it has no windows (only fly-screens in the bedrooms, bathroom and kitchen) made you feel as though you were really experiencing the sounds and smells of the jungle around you. The decoration in the farmhouse is even more beautiful than in the photos online. Better than any five star hotel I can imagine.
Perhaps the most memorable thing for our boys will be the little motorbike rides Ae and Nack took them for around the farm, as well as the rides they had in the back of the open air farm truck. Two things they would never be allowed to experience in Australia, but that added to their feeling of adventure.
Whilst on the farm, I needed to get some pain relief for a trapped nerve in my leg. Ae contacted his uncle in Chiang Mai to get hold of some medication for me. It was delivered to me the same day. It was great to know that if the kids got sick, medical help was not far away.
I cannot recommend a stay on Thung Dong Farm more highly. It is adventure tourism in the jungle, but with caring hosts and genuine comforts. We would love to visit Ae and Nack and the farm again one day!
Gaynor, Shaun, Finn, Noah & Solly. Australia (July 2017)

Firstly we would like to thank you Ae, Nack and Noi for the warm hospitality. Seriously we had no heart to leave the farm on the last day! Nack and Noi took extremely good care of us and we felt it like home. Everything was nicely planned and they were so kind to us. We loved the food spread which was prepared for us. Huge variety and they were so creative. The feeling that we had during our farm-stay stay is not explainable by words! It was too good. Everything was natural and beautiful. The fur babies were the highlight. We are missing Sam, Lucy, Izzie and Mary. They were such sweet-hearts! We really had so much fun at the zip-line and there is always a next time! We will definitely come back again to visit all of you. Our best trip and it was a memorable one. Thank you so much for taking care of us like your own. Please thank Nack and Noi on our behalf too.
Iswarna & Nadesh. Singapore ( June 2017)

Sometimes I wonder, I work in order to have holidays or holiday to refresh my mind for working again! I think I need both!..., so we will surely visit Thung Dong again.

We all enjoyed the stay in Thung Dong, the experience was unique and Nack was a great host. Nack must be happy about the electric lawn mower, I'll be happy if I can mow the field during the next trip! In fact, I think most guests may like to participate in some of the farm's chores as well! Please send our regards to Nack and Noi. Once again, thanks for the great hospitality and delicious meals.
Frederick, Thessa, Gwynne & Jeanne. Singapore ( June 2017)

My brother's family and I had a wonderful getaway and farm-stay experience at Thung Dong Farm. With thanks to the lovely team especially, Nack who gave our trip insight and meaning with a day-trek, making pretty Krathongs, releasing lanterns, admiring fireflies, etc. The amazing animals - Sam, Izzie, Lucy, Mary and Oscar are such gems in the farm. We had so much fun and hope to visit when another opportunity arises. Thank you again.
Deborah Tay. Singapore (May 2017)

I love the peace and quiet and cool weather on the farm away from the heat and hustle and bustle in town. The farm is my secret little retreat where I can sit down by the river with the dogs, read my favorite book or just contemplate how wonderful life is! Thanks to Nack and team for the usual hospitality; your kindness has no bounds! As always.
Helen Treblanc . Thailand/New Zealand (March 2017)

This is our 2nd stay on the farm; we last stayed in November 2016. Not only did we experience different weather conditions, hot in the day & very cold nights and, as Ae was away, we also experienced a different group of people looking after us.
For this visit we stayed at The Farm House and it was a perfect accommodation for Iris & I as it had everything we wanted; a pantry, dining area, very spacious bedroom with en-suite facilities and a beautiful garden....heaven on earth!
We were looked after by Nack, Pon and Mai who literally pampered us throughout our stay with good food and great company. Nack took us for a walk to the small villages near the farm and we enjoyed mixing with the 'locals' and trying some roadside snacks & drinks.
Nack arranged massages on the farm from Khun Nee; this was the real thing by a professional and we recommend to anyone staying on the farm to have one to know what a real Thai massage should be!
The farm is looking majestic just like the last time we were here, more tidy and orderly in some areas but still having that charm to attract us to return again and again!
All the best to the all the people @ Thung Dong Farm, may you and your animals stay healthy and in good spirits.
We will be back....no doubt about that!
The Woodfords. Singapore (February 2017)

Nack you’re a star! You went out of your way to make sure that we enjoyed a fun trip to the farm! Thank you so much for all your efforts to make sure this trip was even better than our last visit nearly a year ago. Did you ever manage to find that early morning chicken which woke us up to enjoy the amazing sun rise over the mountain?!
You have something very special here Nack. Thank so much again for a really wonderful stay at Thung Dong!
Stella, Stephan & family. Luxembourg ( February 2017)

If you like the hills, jungle and a Thai country way of life plus comfortable rooming, good food and especially lots of animals for company then Thung Dong Farm is the place for you! We enjoyed every minute of our stay and coming from a big city like Toronto the peace and tranquility was pure magic! Thanks to Ae and Nack for making this Farm Stay so enjoyable and so memorable. Best wishes to all.
Don, Carol, Rose & Ralph, Canada (December 2016)

We stayed at the farm for 2 nights and we loved it immediately, from the moment we arrived. Our son directly found lots of friends! We made Krathongs, let a sky lantern fly, had a bbq. The food was really good and the host made us feel like home! Very nice place to take a rest. Hope to go again someday.
Vicky & family. Belgium (November 2016)

Dear Khun Ae and Khun Nack,
Our family had a truly unforgettable experience at the farm. My kids said it was better than any other farm stay they have had in Australia. And I have to agree wholeheartedly!
It was such a peaceful and relaxing stay. I can still hear the soothing sound of the cow bells which lulled us to sleep.
There was something for everyone: hubby could watch TV and finish reading books; I learnt some really interesting gardening tips from Khun Ae and my children have discovered the joy of fishing with a bamboo pole and line. Khun Nack was so kind and patient to take them to fish every single day. (all fish were returned to the lake unharmed!)
And of course the animals, the animals! We loved all the dogs and Oscar too. He spent many hours curled up on our laps whilst we watched TV or read books. It was great that wifi was limited to the sala and so we could disconnect ourselves from our electronic devices to some extent.
We would definitely like to come back for a longer stay soon.
Thank you very much once again for an unforgettable stay.
Lorraine, Anthony, Nick and Erika. Singapore (November 2016)

Dear Ae,
Thank you very much for the wonderful time we had at Thung Dong Farm. Though we could stay only for a night at the Farm House, we are fully impressed with the effort you have put in to develop the farm and your love for animals and nature.
At the farm our son and daughter had a great time with the dogs Sam, Easy, Lucy and Mary, feeding the guinea fowls, hens, ducks, geese, and rabbits, visiting the horses, piglets and cows. You have landscaped the farmhouse very well. The attention you have given to details is extremely impressive. The interiors have been beautifully done using local wooden artefacts. The food was simple and very tasty. We had a visit to the small stream which runs through the farm, which is memorable. The pristine surroundings and the ice cold water from the hills make it a unique experience.
As a very friendly and energetic host, Ae makes the farm stay memorable for everyone. You took the effort to make my son happy with the hot air balloon and floating the Krathong in the night.
Overall, we had a lovely time in Thung Dong Farm and we hope to visit the farm again soon.
Best wishes,
Nayan, Nora, Deepa and Binoy. India (October 2016)

Lieber Ae,
wir sind sehr gut auf Chang angekommen, es ist sehr schön hier. Tina und ich denken soviel an die schöne Zeit auf Thung Dong Fram ...
die herzliche Betreuung, die schöne Natur, die Tiere, das besonders gute Essen.
Das Konzert der Frösche vor der Terrasse .... .
Vielen Dank für die schöne Zeit, ich habe Tränen in den Augen ....
Liebe Grüße
Tina und Frank

Dear Ae,
We are enjoying our stay on Ko Chang, it's very nice here.
Tina and I thank you so much for the great time we had on Thung Dong Farm....
the warm care, the beautiful nature, the animals, the very good food and the concert of frogs! .....
Thanks for the wonderful time I had tears in my eyes ....
best regards
Tina and Frank. Berlin, Germany (September 2016)

Dear Ae
We are back home safely and finally have some time to write this email to you. Thank you for showing us around your lovely farm. We enjoyed the peace and serenity a lot. Ours was a big family trip and there were many different expectations to be met, but all was well and it was a good experience for all of us. I will definitely visit the farm again and hopefully have more time to learn about the animals and plants.
Thank you Ae.
Kate & family. Singapore (August 2016)

Sawasdee Ka Ae!
Just a note of thanks before we leave Thailand on the long flight home. We enjoyed our stay with you immensely especially the kids! I have to thank you a lot for spending so much of your time with them. The farm was an eye-opener for them and the interaction with the animals great for their school projects. For Bob and me a brilliant relax and superb meals. Your farm is wonderful Ae - no wonder you are always smiling! We will be sure to detour to Thung Dong next time we’re in S.E.Asia. Big hug to you and all the animals from all of us!
Sue-Ann, Bob & family. U.S.A (July 2016)

I've had a wonderful time at this little paradise away from pollution
and noise. Ae is a wonderful host, taking care of everything. The rooms
are very beautifully furnished and very spacey. Also the food was
wonderful. Thank you for everything and hope to see you again soon!
Gerald. Switzerland (June 2016)

There's nowhere else like Thung Dong Farm Stay. If you're an animal lover and looking to get out of the busy cities, this place is for you. There's a calm atmosphere, super friendly dogs (4), Oscar the cat, many bird species, horses, cows, buffaloes, pigs and bunnies! We were able to help feed the rescued baby birds Ae found on the jungle floor and hold the baby bunnies.
We loved everything during our stay. It's a very relaxing place and there's things to do during the afternoon. Ae took us on a trek through the hills. He showed us how the local villagers live in the jungle, we walked through a passion fruit farm (they were delicious), and saw many different plant species. Near by there's hot springs that you can visit as well
We were served 3 big meals a day of authentic Northern Thai dishes, which were delicious. We were also taught how to make papaya salad.
One evening Ae had us make wishes on lanterns and we lit them to send off into the night sky. A pretty neat experience for us Canadian's to experience a Thai tradition like that. The farm was so quiet that we could hear our own heartbeat at night! The farm is great for anyone. It's a tranquil place and a unique way to immerse yourself into Northern Thai culture.
Kasey & friends. Canada (May 2016)

We stayed at Thung Dong Farm, an hours drive from Chiang Mai - a farm tucked at the foot of the mountains. On arrival we were greeted by 5 Labradors, an army of guinea fowls, ducks, geese, doves, rabbits roaming the extensive compound. The farmhouse is surrounded by flowering torch gingers, fishtail palms, mango trees and all sorts of flowering shrubs. Leekwanyew creepers cover the walls of the buildings, fuchsia coloured bougainvillea hang from the cantilevered veranda. The interior is pleasant and peaceful. Quiet and clean beauty. The details, like the locks, handles, picture frames, etc...speak of the ingenuity and artistic industry of the artisans and builders. After dinner the rain came. Apparently it hadn't rained for about 3 months. Our host Ae, a friendly and lively chappy told us that we brought the rain to the valley for which he thanked us. My husband Jack and I took a morning stroll before breakfast and the ground smell of life after the night of rain. The vegetation soaking the rain water and the mists hanging over the valley is worthy of a postcard picture. In the afternoon, I followed a trail up hill above the house. I passed by clusters of coffee shrubs struggling to survive the drought. At the end of the trail a 'sala' perched quietly like a sentry watching the happenings in the valley below.
We had a lovely time here.
Ryan & family. Malaysia (May 2016)

Hi Ae!
Martinho loved to stay in your farm, when we got back to Chiang Mai he made a call to my mother explaining everything, it was funny to listen the way he describes the farm! It was very relaxing to stay in your farm, the house is very cozy and the farm is beautiful. It is very well organized and requires a lot of work but you can be very proud because you are doing very well. We will definitely go to the farm again, please update me about what is going on like more baby pigs and the weather!
On Monday Martinho will start school, so next time we go to the farm it will be on a weekend. We are in touch, send me news!
Best wishes and take care!
Cláudia & Martinho & Mateus. Portugal (May 2016)

Thank you so much Ae!
All the pleasure was for us! We had a great time staying with you on the farm. Last night Noa did not want to go back to Bangkok she wanted to go back to the farm instead! Thanks again for the nice holiday and take care.
Minh Hoa Morice. Vietnam (April 2016)

Hi Ae,
Thank you for the wonderful days we had at your farm. It is truly a magical place you have there and we absolutely all loved it and are very much hoping to come back.
Our boys have a big idol in you now and will be talking about Farmer Ae for a very long time! We decided we were going to make a farm book together with pictures of your farm and animals so we can talk about it all and they can share it with their friends.
Don't worry about the heat and water situation. We were somewhat prepared for the heat at this time of year but it did not stop us from enjoying our holiday at all. We hope you have some rain soon!
We have arrived back in Kota Kinabalu this evening, all very tired after the travelling but with many wonderful memories from Thailand.
We hope to see you again sometime and we will be recommending Thung Dong Farm to all of our friends here as we think it is amazing!
Helle and Simon, Aidan, Elliot and, Casper‏ . Borneo (April 2016)

We stayed by 'chance' at Thung Dong Farm in northeastern Thailand. An article about the farm in Bangkok Airways inflight magazine had made us curious.. Ae, the owner, picked us up in Chiang Mai and took us to his paradise in the mountains about an hour north east of the city. We stayed in the former chilli pickers house, now The Farm House. - the dream come true of a half-open, old and very tastefully renovated and furnished Thai teak-house. The evenings we spent by having delicious northern Thai meals in one of the cozy wooden salas. At night in bed we listened to the sounds of the jungle being almost one with nature. We will not soon forget Jack, the talking Mynah bird, the Buffaloes and the four clever dogs plus all the other animals. Ae drove us to a traditional market, to the nearby hot springs for a massage and we walked to the coffee plants in the mountains. He showed us how to make Kathrongs that we set afloat at night with candles in one of the lakes. We learnt some Thai cooking, drank tea made in golden cups in a sala with a view and watched the sunset at a very mystical ruined temple….it was wonderful!These were the best days of our trip.
Dear Ae, thank you for your hospitality, your patience and your cordiality. The stay at your wonderful Thung Dong Farm was a highlight and a Godsent present for us. We wish you all the best and hope to come back soon with our families.
Heidi and Heike. Germany (March 2016)

Hello Ae and everybody else down on the farm!
We are now back in the UK and were shocked on our first night back home when it snowed. Thank you for a wonderful stay last month, the children are asking when we can get some animals in the garden and Seb has developed a taste for passion fruit and motorbikes. I'm sure that Bea would have happily brought the dogs home with her. Our stay at Thung Dong Farm was the highlight of our time in Thailand, the farm house was out of this world and the food was excellent. We especially valued your hospitality, you made us feel very welcome in a lovely, relaxed, informal atmosphere. It felt like a home away from home.
When we are back in northern Thailand we will certainly visit again.
Many thanks.
Robin, Sarah, Seb and Bea. United Kingdom (March 2016)

Hi Ae and everyone else at the farm!
We are now home in Sweden again after our 7 week S.E. Asia tour. The stay at Thung dong was at the end of the trip and we really enjoyed our 3-nights stay with you. Now we´re back home our 5-year old Cornelia talks a lot about the animals on the farm and especially about her "own" baby rabbit Coffee!
She also wonders who´s feeding the chickens now she’s not there!
The true and warm hospitality we were greeted with is hard to describe. Ae was really doing his best all the time to make us enjoy our stay and we really did. You can really tell that he loves what he´s doing.
We were lucky enough to be at Thung Dong in time for the yearly Chiang Mai Flower Festival which we visited. It was lovely to make friends with the local people and Ae invited us to some snacks and beer, what a host he is! And our 1-year old son Victor, who usually never sits with anyone else than his mom and dad, was really happy being carried around by Ae meeting all the people at the festival. If he ever wants to become a farmer we know where to send him!
To all you other travellers out there, you should consider going to Thung Dong for a different, true and fantastic experience far away from the beaten tourist track. Ae is one-of-a kind and we really wish him all the luck. Thank you so much Ae for a magic experience and really hope to see you again someday!
Ronny, Terese, Cornelia and Victor. Sweden (March 2016)

Dear Ae, Thanks so much for your care and hospitality, everyone is so nice and friendly on the farm, we enjoyed our stay very much. We also all enjoyed our daily walks to see the farm animals. It was very relaxing to sit on the balcony and listen to the various farm animal sounds. And we are very happy to have the chance to look after the baby rabbits during our stay and feed the animals. It was amazing to see the new baby cow being born, she is such a lucky girl to born on this beautiful farm. It was also memorable to enjoy the barbecue by the fireplace.
And thank you for planning activities for us and we enjoyed the hot spring trip and waterfall walk.We would very much like to come back again.
Thank you very, very much! Take care.
Kevin, Venus & Oscar. Singapore (February 2016)

Hi Ae, as promised in Oct 15, we will be back real soon and here we are back to the farm again! Glad to see you again and to see Daisy and Lilley the piglets growing up well. I am also very honored to be able to take care of Coffee and Fossie the baby rabbits for 3 days. They are really cute and cuddly. Miss all of them so much now.
Thank you my friend for your good care and hospitality. We will be back again and again and again ..... !
Once again thank you Ae. Take care.
Emily & Edward. Singapore (February 2016)

Hi Ae
We just wanted to say thank you so much for our wonderful stay – it was so relaxing and peaceful and we all loved every minute of it!
Charlie woke up wanting to know where the pigs were this morning , where they slept and who fed them! He was worried about them and said he still loves them!
Thanks again for the most memorable holiday!
Belinda, Jim, Harry and Charlie. Australia (January 2016)

我們在這裏過了三日兩夜的農莊生活。多謝園主如家人般款待我們，以及提供美味的veggie food. "咯咯"聲是我們每朝早甜蜜的morning call, 還有 Izzie 的陪伴，這一切我們回家後都非常掛念。
Wayne & Icy Lim. Hong Kong (January 2016)

Sawadee krup Mr. Ae.
Greetings from Singapore.
Kai read your email twice and he will reply tomorrow. He will need more time because this will be his first time to reply an email/letter!
The children voted Thung Dong the best holiday. Hock Teck and I voted Thung Dong the most relaxing holiday as individuals and the most engaging & enriching for the children as parents. No words can express my gratitude to you about how you helped my family, both individually and as a family together. We love the beautiful krathong. It requires loving purposeful focussed hard work for half a day, then waiting and waiting till at night.., and then you can truly feel and see the beauty of the krathong floating on the water, the shimmering glitter...oooh a true jewel!
We just looked at all the pictures compiled by Hock-Teck and all of us can't wait to visit your farm again as soon as we can! For 6 days this time...we are planning way ahead so we have something to look forward to throughout the year!Thank you again for the beautiful time at Thung Dong Farm. Thank you for sharing your farm with your heart.
You take care.
Warmest regards, Swee Kee & Hock Teck
P.S. School starts tomorrow...children will be busy again!

Sawadee krup Mr Ae
I really miss your dogs!I love your farm house and the cute animals. Like paradise for me. The most I miss in the farm are the cute animals.
Every morning I would run down and play with your dogs. I love to hug the dogs especially Izzie! Thanks for teaching me how to make Krathong, lantern and feeding the animals. When you teach me something I would be very enthusiastic! I enjoyed helping you a lot too! I would even want to learn Thai so that I can understand more about the farm. My mama said that if I want to go back I have to work hard for my exam just like you.
Please send my love to the animals!
HAPPY 2016!!!!!
Sue Yan

Sawadee krup Mr Ae,
When we come again, we can do more things like feeding the guinea fowls, geese, etc. I like the dogs. When we go there again, I like to do the bonfire again as well.
Thank you Mr Ae for letting us have an enjoyable time at Thung Dong Farm. We welcome you to Singapore.
Best wishes...and have a good time.
Kai
Hock Teck, Swee Kee, Yan & Kai. Singapore (December 2015)

Staying on Thung Dong farm has been a wonderful experience for both adults and kids alike. Ae was extremely helpful, going the extra mile to coordinate the transport and a boat ride across Doi Saket Dam to shorten our journey tremendously.
The farm house is the traditional Thai wooden house, tastefully decorated giving a very relaxed feel. The city kids just fell in love with the rustic touch of the wooden house. Who can blame them? We don't get that in our country these days!
It was extremely lucky for us to witness the birth of a baby rabbit and the piglets. Sad too that they didn’t all make it. It was a learning journey for the kids, which text books cannot teach. The kids love the animals especially Micy, the Leopard Cat, Sam and Oscar. They have set their minds that they are going to return to the farm soon! We miss the campfire, sky lanterns, fire crackers, BBQ, traditional Thai food, feeding the animals, star gazing etc..did I mention that I have never seen a shooting star until I visited Thung Dong Farm?!
The sweet memories we have of the farm will stay with us for a long, long time. Thank you for everything!
Jessie & family. Singapore (November 2015)

This was our second visit to the Farm and I am sure that we will be returning each year!
Khun Ae and his staff, the animals and crops are all very nice.
We enjoy the good food that they prepare for us and the hygienic, cosy living environment too!
We feel safe, serene and at home on Thung Dong Farm!
Siew Chong Mun & family. Singapore (November 2015)

We love Thung Dong Farm! Everything on the farm is good. Lovely animals, peaceful environment, beautiful scenery, fresh air, good food and most importantly a clean and spacious room. Ae is a wonderful host. Always patience and explaining to us. Humble and hardworking, always providing his best and never disappointing us. We will be back real soon!
Emily & Edward. Singapore (October 2015)

Just a quick note as we are still in Bangkok at the airport. We all join in thanking you for a terrific stay on the farm. Clive got his peace and quiet to work on his thesis; I gathered a lot of material for my book and the children just loved being with you around the farm. I have to thank you for taking so much time out for them The food was superb but most of all we are going to miss the fresh air and tranquility of your very special place in the hills. Not sure when but we all wish to return to the farm and hopefully soon! Thanks again for everything Ae. Kopum mai kha!
Hannah, Clive, Gem & Cols. Northern Ireland (September 2015)

Dear Ae!
We travelled all around Thailand for 3 1/2 weeks and the stay at your farm was definitely the highlight for our three kids. The rooms are very clean and well furnished, food was very tasty and adapted to our needs and the location of your farm is beautiful. What we appreciated the most was the time you took to show the children around, feed the animals and of course the hours of fishing. You showed great patience and made us feel welcome in your very special place. Thank you from all of us and greetings from Austria!
Birgit, Eduard & family. Austria (August 2015)

Ae replies : Sawadee krup Birgit, Eduard & family! Thank you very much for your very kind message and I also enjoy a lot when guest can come and stay with us on the farm! I just have to say that about fishing and guest can but we are very sure to take care of the fish and if they get caught we put them back and tell them to be more careful in the future! We want even the fish in the lakes and in the river on the farm to have a good life! Ae.

Hi Ae!
We are finally back in Hong Kong.
My children loved your farm so much and although we went on travelling for another 3 weeks, they have told everyone on our travels and back in Hong Kong that your farm was the best thing on their trip.
Thank you for giving my children such happy memories. We will be back, I'm not sure when!
The honey survived our travels and is now in the kitchen at home.
Thank you to you and the rest of your staff for a fantastic stay.
Julie, Samuel, Yasmin and Matthew. Hong Kong (July 2015)

-Marcos, Wendy & Quinn, Hawaii (July 2015)

We have traveled around Thailand for over 10 years and the farm is really a unique experience. It is truly a peaceful and relaxing place where you can explore and play in the natural beauty that surrounds you. Take time to interact with the animals at the farm or enjoy a day trip to one of the many interesting sites close by. Our kids loved the experience at Thung Dong and it gave us so many wonderful memories.
Thank you Ae !!
-Gabriel & family. Thailand/Canada/China (June 2015)

After a very hot and sticky 4 days in town during the Songkran Festival we arrived to a very friendly welcome from Ae on a cool and peaceful Thung Dong Farm! It was about 6 degrees cooler on the farm with a fresh breeze and an occasional shower. We stayed in the Sunset Room which was even cooler and so cosy and the kids loved The Bunk Room.
Nack took us for early morning treks and Joy prepared the most delicious meals we had during our time in Thailand. Ae introduced us to all of the animals and we helped during feeding time which the boys enjoyed a lot.
Overall even if it was the ‘hot’ season we had a most wonderful and memorable stay on the farm and are looking forward to visiting again.
Thanks so much to Ae, Nack & Joy for your hospitality in your little piece of Nirvana! Best wishes.
-Debbie, Richard, Shaun, Jason & Mark. New Zealand (April 2015)

* Ae - you and Joy made us feel so comfortable and welcome on the farm - you are wonderful hosts and we will definitely recommend the farm to friends. We really enjoyed getting to know you and hope to return to visit again some day but, in case we do not, we will always hold on to the wonderful memories of you and your animals on the farm.
Khap khun ka! Wishing you happiness and peace in the future, Sincerely, Karen

* Hi Ae! I miss the farm so much! How are the dogs doing? My class is going to love the videos we took of us cooking. I can't wait to come back and see Naamah. There is snow on the ground at our house right now. Have you ever seen snow? Miss you!!! :) from Macy.

* A note from Mike: Thank you so very much for such a great stay at your farm. I really appreciate the places you took us and the care you show for your farm, your animals, and your guests. In particular, you were incredibly generous with our kids - it really made an impression on them. They were so comfortable at the farm and they learned a lot - with big smiles the whole way! It is nice to be back in the cold white winter, but we certainly miss Thailand already. Take care and enjoy!

* A note from Evan:Hi! I look forward to learning how to ride the motorbike.
Miss you! :D. from Evan.
-Karen, Mike, Macy & Evan. USA (January, 2015)

We loved Thung Dong so much that we actually want to keep it a secret!.. But we also love to help farm-owner Ae!. The farm and its’ philosophy to be one with the nature around and it is the perfect place for relaxing days. But also for those who like to be active as there is plenty to do!
Ae is such a great host, doing everything to make you feel at home. We also had amazing food at Thung Dong! We will be back!
-Ulrika, Johan, Nils, Sofia & Linus, Sweden (January 2015)

Dear Ae, Thank you so much for all you did to make our stay at your farm enjoyable; from all of your help before we arrived to your kindness during our stay and all of the thoughtful touches at The Farmhouse, you were a wonderful host! We all enjoyed our stay at Thung Dong Farm and we hope to return to visit with you and the animals again.
-Sharon, Steven, Hazel & Keean, Vietnam / Myanmar (January, 2015)

We loved staying at your Farm House. I was very impressed with how you built it and planned it. You are your staff were very warm people and we appreciate it! We hope to return again. Best, Steven.

Yiru here. I miss Sam! And the chickens, uncle Ae,
uncle Nack, auntie Joy and Chopcheng jie jie!
I miss our staying in Thung Dong Farm.
My mommy and daddy said that we will come to
Thung Dong Farm again if we do well with our school work.
So me and my brother Junyi are studying very hard!
See you again. With Love…Yiru ~
-Yiru, Singapore (December, 2014)

My parents and uncle with their children spent 3 days 2 nights of wonderful experience at the farm. The farm house was beautiful, nice and cosy. The amenities such as big ponds, HD television and others were great. My parents with my sister and I stayed in the Sunset Room and Bunk Room. The Sunset Room was spacious and comfortable. The bed was good, so was the television with a wide range of exciting channels. The Bunk Room had most of the facilities as The Sunset Room. The bathrooms were luxurious and clean. However, the water from the shower is a bit cold and the towel is not that good at absorbing water. Therefore, overall the accommodation was still splendid. The farm was very peaceful and the cooling weather in December was perfect for me. The dogs were friendly and the animals were allowed to roam freely. Ae was very helpful and he helped us to make a fire around the lake at night. My cousin and I paddled around the pond on the small boat. The food was delicious and service was great. Ae was very generous and offered us lanterns lighting. The camp fire and BBQ were fantastic & awesome. The 3 days at the farm was our best days in Thailand. We will definitely return if I visit Chiang Mai again.
-Yi Xuan, Singapore (December, 2014)

Ae replies : Sawadee krup Yi Xuan! Thank you for taking the time to write to us and so happy that you and your family enjoy your time on the farm. Thank you also for let us know about the two problem that you have as can help make better for other guests. The Bunk Room, The Garden Room and general bathroom have individual hot water shower units (The Farm House has hot water tank and The Sunset Room have central hot water unit). Your stay with us at the start of winter. When it get really cold we have to reduce the water inflow to the shower units a little so not quite as much water go through and can give time for the water to heat. I think that we forgot to tell you how to reduce down the water supply and so the water probably was not as hot as you would like. Also we forget that some of our guests homes are in very warm places like Singapore and so they can feel the cold much more than us who get used to cold weather in the winter. Now we will tell our guests how to make water more hot!
The towels are very new and Joy tell me that she gave you never use before towels! This our mistake and now Joy say she will wash well 2 or 3 times before we give to guests for the first time and then no problem for making sure that they dry very well! Thanks again Yi Xuan and for sure hope to see you all again one day soon. Best wish to you all and bye for now. From Ae.

It's our second stay in the farm and the experience is as wonderful as our first! Truly an escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Thank you Ae, Nack and Joy, as well as all the animals in the farm, for being such great hosts! We look forward to visiting the farm once again in the near future!
-Kenji & Chloe, Singapore (December, 2014)

Thanks you so much for all the arrangements made. The farm stay was really very special for us. It is so nice to spend time with all the animals.The children are going to taste the farm honey with their grandparents today! I believe all the family will loved it a lot!.
Once again thanks to the teaml - Nack helpful introductions to the animals and Joy’s great cooking - it is the best food we had in Chiang Mai. You are so lucky to have her as your cook!!
My son enjoyed his spare ribs so much! I think I will try making some of these this weekend using a hotplate to gill instead of BBQ but not sure if they will be as good as on the farm! …….and thanks to you Ae, I respect you for your love of nature and leaving city life behind to work the farm. Keep up the great work and we would surely recommend friends keen in visiting Chiang Mai to experience Thung Dong Farm Stay!
Thanks and regards.
-Susanna & family, Singapore (November, 2014)

A stay at Thung Dong Farm is a must if you want something different, an excellent host, great food, very friendly people, mod cons and lovely accommodation. Unfortunately we could only stay 3 nights after touring busy Europe and the farm was a very pleasant place to relax and unwind. Enjoyed a dip in the river flowing through the farm, a pleasant trek up the mountain to a waterfall,a visit to hot springs and generally spending time about the farm ,sitting by the lake feeding the fish, ducks and geese, but Ae can arrange whatever it is you like to do. Nack is a great guide and alrounder and Joy is a great cook. You have a beautiful farm Ae and maybe we can visit again one day for a longer stay .Thank you Ae, Nack and Joy.
-Susan & Bruce, Australia (October 2014)

The Farm is a fantastic place of peace and beauty.
So welcoming and Ae and Nack took such great care of us. Joy's cooking is the best we had in Thailand. We enjoyed our jungle trek and visit to the hot springs. Would have liked to stay longer but we got the only vacancy Ae had during our time in Thailand. We stayed in the farmhouse which was just so comfortable with cool verandas to relax in.
Our final night we Ae and Nack organised a lantern lighting. We had to make a wish, and mine was to be able to come back to the Farm in the future. If you are thinking of a unique stay in Northern Thailand, this is one special place. Thanks to all at Thung Dong Farm.
-Suellyn, Australia (October 2014)

Just spent 3 days 2 nights at this wonderful place. Much better than I expected. Stayed in the farmhouse which is more like a luxury villa, so full of mod cons and interesting bric a brac but still retaining its charm. Birdsong in the morning, hoards of butterflies at noon and frog song at night. Ae was a wonderful host, Nack took care of us and Joy and her little daughter fed us lovely Thai food with little surprises for afternoon tea. The animals were such fun, especially the dogs. Our last night we were taken into the courtyard and given very large lanterns to light and let off up to the stars. A lovely ending to a lovely 2 days. If you want to unwind Thung Dong Farm is the place.
-Barbara & Janet, Australia (October, 2014)

A memorable trip! I was already missing the farm when I returned to Chiang Mai for the remainder of my stay in Thailand. I’ve never been so close to nature before with so many friendly animals and with many cute newly born piglets! Thanks Ae, Nack and Joy for taking good care during my stay. Will definitely come back to see you guys again. All the Best.
-Ida Cheng, Hong Kong. (September, 2014)

The amazing 5D4N farm stay at Thung Dong farm came to an end few days ago. I traveled solo and brought a book and several DVDs with me just in case there was not much to do in the evening. In the end, there is so much to do and sightsee on the farm and the villages nearby. Mingo with the locals and get better understanding of their lifestyle here. I read only 10 pages of my good book during my entire stay. Regardless, I feel that it is precious experience and wise to drop the reading for a while. I can always read on a boring subway ride through Hong Kong!
The Happy House (Farm House) is quaint, exceptionally beautiful, tastefully decorated, remarkably clean and centrally located in the farm.
I started missing the people there (genuine and friendly), the fresh air, the quietness and stunning views.
Many thanks to Joy the chef (she never repeated her menu during my stay (can u imagine there are 3 meals, afternoon tea and tons of fruits per day! All are super yummy and authentic).
Goodbye Ae, Nack (Man Friday...and every other day of the week!) Joy, Jutchang (Joys daughter who made me a fashionable bracelet); Sam, Lucy, Bongo and Merry (dogs), Oscar (cat), Maggie & family (pigs) and dozens of animals which I don’t remember all their names!
I will recommend this farm to everyone I know (solo, couples or families with kids) an outstanding job done in taking care of me! Gracefully touched by the effort and every single detail they put into the farm and make me feel like home.
Kob Kun Mak Kaa♡ I will see you all again in the near future.
-Lisa Tam, Hong Kong. (August, 2014)

Where to start! Everything about Thung Dong Farm is amazing, from the scenery and idyllic setting, to the friendly and attentive staff, and not forgetting the home cooked food! We spent 5 days and 4 nights at the farm, during which time we visited hot springs, went white water rafting and even tried our hand at becoming an ‘elephant mahout’ for the day, but most of all we enjoyed our time spent relaxing around the farm. The peace and tranquility was a welcome break after the crowds and intensity of Bangkok.
Ae and Nack were very friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble and they were most accommodating. We were shown around the farm and had the opportunity to feed the geese, guinea fowl and fish, we also got to ride one the buffaloes. One evening Nack got a BBQ on the go and made the tastiest chicken skewers we have ever tried. However our favourite evening was the night we spent lighting lanterns and watching them silently float upwards into the pitch black night sky.
During our time at Thung Dong Farm we stayed in the Farm House which is an absolutely stunning wooden traditional Thai style building. The rooms were spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated and the two verandas meant we had a choice of where we could lounge around reading and drinking afternoon tea.
The food was in a league of its own, every meal was exceptionally tasty and there was always plenty of it! The food was prepared by Joy, a lady from the local village, who cooked us set meals meaning we tried so much traditional Thai food that we may not otherwise have enjoyed.
The combination of a perfect setting, charming hosts and delicious food made it a thoroughly enjoyable and memorable holiday. All in all our stay at Thung Dong Farm was by far the favourite part of our three weeks in Thailand and we look forward to returning.
-Johnny & Sophie, United Kingdom (July, 2014 )

‘Our farmstay was awesome! The kids particularly loved the dogs (my son wanted to take Sam home!), but also loved the pink buffaloes, ducks and Jack the talking Mynah bird. Ae and Nack really looked after us, making us feel so special and welcome and showed us wonderful Thai hospitality. Joy cooked the most delicious Thai food, and even showed me how to cook it!. We recommend the farm to anyone wanting a quiet, relaxing break, but enjoying nature at its best. Thanks Ae so much for wonderful memories’.
-The Windus Family, Cambodia. (July, 2014) Here are a few snaps of our stay on the farm.

‘I came to Thung Dong Farm Stay with my husband and my parents; our 3 nights stay on the farm was one of the best holidays ever, it was very different from the city holidays that we normally have. The farm itself is very beautiful and quiet; make sure you spend some time on the farm, there are so many places to relax, we fed the animals, rode the pink buffaloes, took a short trek to the coffee farm and waterfall close-by. The food was amazing! It's different from the usual pad thai you find in the tourist area; we tried banana flower, bamboo soup, breakfast rice soup to name a few, we also had a BBQ and released hot air lanterns! Ae showed us around the area, it's great to be off the tourist track; we went to the Royal Project, bamboo hot spring, visit local children's home, the old 'old city' of Wiang Kum Kam. Everyone on the farm are so friendly, Ae and his staff really took good care of us. I cannot recommend Thung Dong Farm Stay enough!’
-Stella & family, Hong Kong. (July, 2014)

"After traveling for four months through Asia, my fiancée and I came to Thung Dong Farms for 3 nights and it was one of the most incredible and unique experiences of our trip. Ae, Nack, and Joy know what they're doing. Meals were fantastic, plentiful and diverse with so many ingredients from nearby. They provide the perfect balance of activities and relaxation, service and free time to just roam around the farm and feed the animals. As they only accommodate one party at a time, we had the entire farm to ourselves!
Ae and his team take such pride and pleasure in what they're doing and you really feel it. A truly special experience that I can't recommend enough!"
-Cecily & Read, Hawaii. U.S.A. (June, 2014)

"We will always talk very, very highly of our stay on the farm. The most magical and well timed retreat! We arrived with our 2 children, all of us rather tired and we were given rest and nourishment. Ae, we have only been home a short time and already we are missing your generosity and kindness. Nack and Joy also! Joy, your food is simply awesome! And Nack, it was great to share a beer with you! You are all very special and we are very grateful for how well you took care of us. Our children are still talking of Hero and Oscar and loved their time with you as much as we did.
The outstanding level of email communication Ae offers quickly assured us that the farm was a place we wanted to visit. We stayed on the farm for 5 nights and everyone took care of us so well. Ae also recommended the most perfect place to stay for our 1 night in Chiang Mai. Thank you again for all your help.
Ae, you clearly work very hard and have created something incredibly special with Thung Dong Farm. We loved our stay and are very excited to return sometime in the not too distant future. Take care".
-The Holyoak's! Tim & Xan and Evie & Noah, Australia. (May, 2014)

"I stayed at Thung Dong Farm for a 4 nights with my 8 & 3 year old boys recently. It was the most memorable time … living in paradise! Apart from the super cozy farm house and great service provided by the folks on the farm, my children were really excited to be able to feed so many animals everyday! The boys were so happy during our stay it warmed my heart! Thung Dong Farm is perfect to get close to nature. No school can provide such a learning experience. They enjoyed so much the feeding the animals at breakfast and it gave them a sense of ownership! We miss the animals a lot since our return. The jungle noises at night were enchanting and a perfect ‘musical’ backdrop to our evenings.
Most important of all, Ae is a very kind farm owner. He took us to many other places as well and shared his insights on how we can setup a proper organic farm too. He taught us simple Thai words which the kids now use to me which showed me how much they loved it on the farm. I am truly so impressed by Ae's extra mile of service.. Thank you Ae. Your farm is magical!”
-Linda Chan, Singapore (Jan-Feb, 2014)

“A truly wonderful place. Ae and team are so helpful and caring. The place is so scenic, the air so fresh, the people so friendly, the animals so lovely and the food....how can any one resist ?? Should have been there earlier but the month of Feb is just great as the weather is so cool and nice. We were a group of 2 couples and according to Ae, Max and Nancy were his first Malaysian guests!
We enjoyed our stay so much, we were reluctant to leave on the last day of our stay. Even the dogs, especially Hero became so attached to us. Thanks to Ae, Nack and Joy for making our stay so memorable. We will return”!!
-Robert & Clare, Singapore (February, 2014)

“We were completely blown away by our stay at Thung Dong Farm.
The lush greenery and openness of the farm, coupled with its many interesting and quirky animal residents sure make for a lovely urban respite. The dogs (big boy Bongo, stick-loving Mary, dainty Lucy, sturdy Sam, and impish Hero), cat (super rat-catcher Oscar), pink buffaloes (Naak, Nouy and newly rescued Noah), horses (Anna and Mika), cows, pigs, chickens, geese, ducks, Guinea Fowl and birds (fantail pigeons, talkative Jack etc) were such great company that there was never a dull moment during our stay. The human hosts, Ae and Joy in particular, were awesome as well. A big "Thank You" once again for the warm hospitality extended to us.
One of the main highlights of our stay was witnessing the arrival of Noah. It was indeed heartwarming to see the evident sense of gratitude and security in the young male pink buffalo, all thanks to the compassionate folks, Ae and Nack, for rescuing him in the nick of time.
If we could point out just one drawback from our experience there, it has got to be the bad withdrawal effects that we are suffering right now! We miss everyone and everything on the farm so much that we cannot wait to be back soon enough!” Xoxo
-Keiji & Ros, Singapore (February, 2014)

"I had a wonderful stay at Thung Dong Farm. If you are looking for friendly people, fantastic scenery, a cozy room, all around peaceful setting and the most delicious food that I had while I was in Thailand, you should consider a stay at the farm. All the time I was there I was thinking, 'Why didn't I come here sooner?' and when it was time to go I wanted to stay longer. I sure do miss the dogs. Many of the places in Thailand made me feel like a visitor or a tourist. But at the farm I felt like a guest. This is a special place and I can't wait to visit again. Thanks again Ae!"
-Jarred Bahr, USA (January, 2014)

I received a sweet Thank You note from..... Vivian aged 6!
USA (January 2014)

"Thung Dong Farm is the most wonderful place! It is so relaxing and everyone is so nice and caring. It is peaceful place with all kinds of animals that just roam around freely. We especially liked the two buffaloes. It was just amazing when one saw us and she just came over to be rubbed on the neck! And for sure we had fun with the dogs, I think we spent most of the time cuddling them. We had a wonderful time, thank you so much!"
-Annika & Torge, Germany (January 2014)

"I have been lucky enough to stay at Thung Dong Farm on quite a few occasions, it is truly my Shangri-La.
My favourite spot was always the Sala-on-the-Hill but now I am split, the new Sala by the river is just superb and always cool even in the hottest season. I am always sad when I leave the farm, but know I will be returning again at the earliest possible opportunity!"
- David Turner, Australia (Regular Guest and Visitor)

“We had a wonderful time on the farm. We really enjoyed the animals and birds. It was really relaxing, watching and listening to them and the rhythm of the farm. The farm is a great place to appreciate nature and all creatures great and small”.
-Tchoyoson and Angela, Singapore (November 2013)

"We have been looking at the pictures in the camera and we are already missing Thung Dong Farm! It is a place for animals and nature lovers. We enjoy feeding the animals, trekking, playing with all the Labradors…we miss Sam's company, Lucy's loud snore, Bongo's babyish behaviour and Mary's love for Bongo! Not forgetting the Thai cooking, mini boating and camp fire evenings. Special thanks to Ae, Nack and Joy for the wonderful arrangements and kind hospitality. For sure, we would love to come back again and we will highly recommend Thung Dong Farm to our friends and relatives. With sincere thanks".
- Tim & Claire, Singapore (November 2013)

"Being the rainy season rather wet but wonderful all the same! So green and lush, the jungle and mountains and so many animals..a farm in the true sense of the word...but very comfortable, very relaxing and terrific food..thanks Joy and to Ae, Nack and everyone in this little bit of heaven for making our stay so enjoyable. Best to all."
- Chris Anderton & family-The UK (September 2013)

“Hi Ae! We all agree that the time spent on your farm is the best relaxing holiday of the whole trip. You have been a good host –It is really like “Animal Farm” and love the fact that the animals can roam around freely. It is so serene and peaceful. The whole atmosphere made us feel so close to nature. The food at the farm is the best!... and we loved every meal. Kindly convey to Joy that she is a fantastic cook! We would like to thank you and everyone on the farm for taking good care of us during our stay and we will definitely come back to visit the farm again. Looking forward to seeing you all."
- Jackie Lee – Singapore (August 2013)

"Thanks so much for a wonderful stay. The farm has changed so much since our last visit in 2007. The Pink Buffaloes, the Fantail Pigeons and Ethel's new piglets were the highlights plus of course Joy's real Thai country cooking!"
- Liz Abraham & family - India (July 2013)

"We all have very lovely memories of our stay at Thung Dong Farm. I've been sharing with our relatives and friends about this really beautiful farm near Chiang Mai, with a very friendly and helpful owner, where we met many lovable and interesting animals, and were pampered with sumptuous and nutritious meals."
- Angelyn & Family - Singapore (June 2013)

"What a fantastic time we all had staying at Thung Dong Farm. Khun Ae and his staff were amazing. So helpful and attentive. This was one of the best holidays I have had here in Thailand. Thank you so much. I can't wait to come back soon!!!"
- Mary Sirisom - Thailand (April 2013)

"A memorable and outstanding farmstay experience! We had a wonderful 3 days stay here. Great thanks to Ae and Nack for hosting us, and Joy for preparing our delicious thai meals. They made us feel so at home! We're starting to miss the farm and all the animals. Miss the star-gazing at night too. Looking forward to visiting the farm again in the near future!"
- Kenji & Chole - Singapore (December 2012)

"Fabulous stay of 3 days for 9 of us. Ae is really wonderful and meet all our requests. The children have lots of fun in the farm, fishing, biking, feeding the animals. Highly recommended!"
- Karen Foo - Singapore (November, 2012)

"To you all out there if you are looking for a wonderful farm stay I would recommend you to stay at Thung Dong Farm. Me and my family had really enjoyed ourselves and especially the hospitality from the people there. We felt so welcome and at home there. Thanks to Ae and his staff. We will definitely be back again to visit you guys. Really miss you guys and once again thanks for everything"
- Terence Stahlmann- Singapore (August, 2011)

"We truly enjoyed our stay on the farm - the landscape was breathtakingly beautiful and we were treated with kindness and warmth throughout our stay. All the animals and plants are treated with love and respect. Staying in the farm provided us with much needed peace and tranquility. Thank you Ae, Nack and Joy for being the best hosts :) Looking forward to visit again soon!"
- Fatima Musa, Singapore (July, 2012)

"Thank you Ae for wonderful time in the farm. i enjoy our time on the motorbike and on the boat. From Quentin to Ae"
- Quentin (8 years), Singapore (Jun, 2012).

"ทุ่งดงฟาร์ม อยู่ในหุบเขาที่อยู่ท่ามกลางธรรมชาติจริงๆครับ เราไปเล่นน้ำกันในลำธาร และก็เดินล่องลำธารกันสนุกมากครับ สัตว์ต่างๆมากมายทำให้นึกถึงหนังเรื่อง Babe เลยครับ ผมเป็นคนชอบสัตว์เลยทำให้มีความสุขมากที่ได้อยู่กับสัตว์หลายๆชนิดที่นี่ ซึ่งไม่กลัวคนเลย พี่ๆทุกคนในฟาร์มต้อนรับเราดีมากครับ และการขับ ATV ลุยในฟาร์มก็มันสุดๆครับ .... ขอบคุณทุกท่านที่ฟาร์มครับ ผมกับครอบครัวจะหาโอกาสไปอีกในหน้าหนาว ซึ่งคงหนาวมากๆแน่"
- Phet (13 years), Thailand (September, 2012)

"Farm Stay with luxurious villas nestled within the picturesque countryside surrounded by jungle, that is the property of the farm. Being a complete animal lover, I immediately veered toward the animals and Ae (owner) wasted no time for the proper introductions" ... read more about Sarah's homestay at our farm
- Sarah Steinfeld, USA (May, 2012)

"I loved my stay here - warm and genuine hospitality, with authentic experiences of the forests, the streams, the farm and the village. Thanks Ae, I'll be back soon for another homestay."
- Pierre Horwitz, Australia

"The highlight of my annual visits to Chiang Mai to avoid the Canadian winters are my sojourns on TDF. The peace and tranquility make it ideal for meditation and/or relaxation. Jungle treks, log fires, great food and great company including the dogs and all the animals! Thanks Ae and all you folk who make my stays so amazing!"
- Rik McClung, Canada (Every December)

"While on our honeymoon in Thailand, we stayed a few nights at Thung Dong Farm. We absolutely loved it! The farm owners are extremely nice people and there are a ton of animals to feed and play with. If you're in Chiang Mai, you should definitely stay out at this farm for a night or two."
- Evan & Halsey, USA (Nov 2011)

"Some places do not treat you like a guest, more like family. Thung Dong Farm is one of those places!...I’ll be ‘home’ again in November Ae! Please give my best wishes to everyone on the farm!"
- Pat Benson, Zimbabwe (Frequent Guest)

"It is uncountable how many time I go there. Just memorize my impression with splendid spot, peacful place and relaxed atmosphere. Thank you Ae for warm welcome and hospitality! Be right back soon."
- Katesuda Sitthisuntikul, Thailand (Frequent Guest)

"Thank you for a most enjoyable homestay in thailand, hands-on farm experience and the awesome flight through the jungle. Great fun!"
- Kurian Family, Dubai (Aug 2011)

"If you love nature and animals, Thung Dong Farm is for you. It's one of the few places in the world where all sentient beings are treated with the utmost respect. A true gem!"
- Ly Botelho, Brazil (Aug 2011)

"Unique to the region giving us mere visitors a chance to really immerse ourselves in the beauty of Thailand that captivates well beyond the southern beaches and the much trodden tourist trail around Chiang Mai. Ae and the crew at Thung Dong farm brim with the famous Thai relaxed hospitality. I cannot wait to go back."
- Jane van Marken, UK (Apr 2011)

"An ideal place to,unwind and appreciate one's life."
- Patrick King, UK (Frequent Guest)

"....and "A river runs through it". The farm is stunning. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay."
Peggy & Family, South Africa (March 2011)

"I had the pleasure of staying at Thung Dong Farm for five months. It was the best five months of my life for the past fifteen or so years— the accommodation, the food, the ambience, the animals, and my generous host. If it were possible, I’d go back tomorrow."
- George Evashuk, Thailand (June 2010)

"Thung Dong Farm is a wonderful home-stay. Within easy access of Chiang Mai its yet in a world of its own, picture perfect & a farm in the truest sense of the word - where else does every pig have a name! I've travelled most of northern Thailand & there's no-where more relaxing."
- Roderick Page, French Polynesia (2009)

From Our Guests

Honeymooners Evan & Hasley

Gallery Of some of Our Guests

Honeymooners
Evan & Hasley