South Carolina has been home for AnneMarie since 2001. Her favorite part of the state is Lake Jocassee. An App State alumna, it's always the mountains; the lake bonus makes it heavenly. When not writing about the state, she may be spending time with family, relaxing by the pool, or out somewhere enjoying nature.
Fort Mill is home to the man who bred the world-record-setting Carolina Reaper pepper, and there’s a neat little farm there called Springs Farm that now grows and harvests some of them for his company. But that’s not all it grows – or offers. In fact, one of the things Springs Farm is most known for is its delicious homemade soft-serve ice cream. So when you’re looking for homemade ice cream in South Carolina, this is one of the best places you can find it.
Some of the flavors of homemade ice cream available will vary, depending on the season. This farm grows lots of fruit, so whatever is in season is often reflected in the flavors of ice cream you can enjoy. And one of the reasons it tastes so good is because of the fresh fruit straight from the farm as an ingredient!
Fun Fact: Springs Farm grows strawberries, peaches, and even Carolina Reaper peppers on 20 acres of property on the Anne Springs Close Greenway, where you can hike a really neat trail with a tunnel and swinging bridge.
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If you like more than one flavor at once, go for a swirl!
There's always a nice variety to choose from, and sometimes a new flavor option is announced and offered after its recipe is tested. Imagine being a taste tester for new homemade ice cream flavors – that's a tough job!
In the fall, you can even get pumpkin-flavored ice cream. No matter what season you're there, this ice cream is ridiculously good and the atmosphere is casual, making it a favorite stop for some families.
Along with ice cream and fresh produce, you're going to find some of your typical country store items, such as jams, peanuts, local honey, candies, baking and cooking mixes, cute t-shirts, drinks ...
Springs Farm is located on Spring Field Parkway in Fort Mill, which is also Highway 460 and not far from I-77 if you're traveling into or out of the state from North Carolina.
There’s so much to explore in this area, including a great inland beach that feels like you’re at the coast and an upscale riverside restaurant. Why not grab a Vrbo and stay overnight?
What’s your favorite ice cream flavor?
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