FAQs

We allow outside food and non-alcoholic beverages

We cannot allow any other alcohol on the premises, any alcohol found on premise will be confiscated. Non-alcoholic beverages are permitted.

Ground shades/tents meant for the beach/small children are permitted. Larger pop up tents that require stakes are not permitted.

We provide all fire wood and will tend the fire for you

We post a list of the food trucks for the upcoming weekend on our website, Facebook and Instagram

We do allow large groups. Currently, groups up to 8 can reserve a fire pit or picnic table, and groups up to 15 can reserve a private party that includes picnic tables and a fire pit. Reservations can be made at https://resy.com/cities/grmnt/doc-waters-cidery

Any groups larger than 15 should call Doc Waters Cidery at (301) 972-1814 to make a reservation, depending on our availability.

All the tables are sat on a first come basis, so we cannot guarantee two tables next to one another, but will make every effort to accommodate.

We love dogs at the cidery. All dogs must stay on leash. If your dog is not people or dog friendly this may not be the right environment as we often host dogs and children.

Service animals only. We follow compliance standards for Federal and State health and food codes. Comfort or emotional support animals(pets) are not permitted at Waters Orchard.

Waters Orchard is an Integrated Pest Management Farm. Whenever possible, we treat with natural methods, such as pruning, irrigation, traps, horticultural oils, and predatory bugs. We farm carefully to increase yield and quality and to be diligent stewards of the land for our community.