Where to eat, sleep & play in Margaret River
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Margaret River, is world renowned for its premium wine,
mouth-watering produce, white sandy beaches and amazing surf breaks.
Known to the locals as ‘Margs’, Margaret River township is 10km
from the Indian Ocean on the banks of the eponymous Margaret
River
A must-stop for travellers is Margaret River Visitor Centre, where
you can stock up on free maps and brochures galore.
Two main roads run from cape to cape: Caves Road takes a direct,
scenic path close to the coast. Bussell Highway is a little further
inland.
This bayside town just north of Margaret River is full of unique
boutiques and interiors stores.
Get arty in Yallingup.
The appropriately named Caves Road hides a wealth of underground
attractions.
The 135km Cape to Cape Track is for the truly dedicated, but there
are shorter walks along the route.
The longest timber-piled jetty in the southern hemisphere, the
1.8km Busselton Jetty reopened in early February after a $27 million
refurb.
Internationally recognised for its wines, it also has a great
restaurant.
Wander through the pristine gardens before enjoying a tasting of
exclusive, limited-release wines at this stunning Ca...
Set among natural bush and vineyards. The stylish restaurant
impresses with mod-Oz dishes.
Take an outside table at the restaurant here, among the vines of
this biodynamic vineyard.
Houses the Holmes à Court art collection, and the restaurant has
won numerous prestigious awards.
The café here offers benchmark Australian and international cheeses
and gourmet deli supplies.
Grab a stool and sit up at the bar for tastings, or sit out on the
verandah and enjoy a delicious lunch.
Owned by Darren Haunold, whose ancestors were making wine in
Austria back in the 14th century.
Sit outside and catch glimpses of the ocean at this family-run
boutique brewery.
A popular family destination with a relaxing indoor/outdoor
setting.
Set in beautiful garden surrounds with a great kids’
playground.
Margaret River town centre is lined with cafés, and The Urban Bean
packs coffee with punch.
If the kids are in tow, head to this place just near the Shell
petrol station and take your snacks over to Rotary Park.
A gourmet deli filled with local produce. It’s hard not to leave
laden with local olive oil, nougat and takeaway gourmet meals.
For a special view on a shoestring budget, take a ten-minute drive
from central Margaret River to Prevelly Park
This pub has been around since the 1970s and is an institution for
evening drinks (or lunches for that matter).
With a sophisticated setting despite its name, this ambient wine
bar is easy to miss as the façade is covered in vines.
An intimate place to splurge on dinner. Its aged beef will have you
making return visits.
On a warm evening, request an outdoor table here. Sample simple but
delicious tasting plates and a unique collection of wines.
This innovative restaurant serves local ingredients with
creativity. It’s pricey, but worth the splurge.
Dog-friendly luxury farmstay chalet accommodation on a stunning
property with views across the olive groves and picturesque
dams.
The smell of up to 400 loaves wafts from this bakery’s
volcanic-stone ovens at 4pm.
It sells the most tender and flavoursome organic pork and lamb.
Stay for a coffee and cake.
Try the sensational venison sausages infused with a dollop of red
from nearby Edwards winery.
The Providore is a great place to stop because it combines
vineyards and olive groves with kitchen gardens, a gourmet shop and
café.
Held twice a month on Saturdays (April 9 & 23, May 14 &
28). Pick up seasonal produce direct from the growers.
Held the first and third Saturday of every month from 7.30am till
noon, in and around the Vasse Hall.
The break off a headland near Prevelly is a must.
Popular surf spots include Windmills (ideal for the less
experienced surfer), Three Bears (for the more experienced)
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Typifies the coastline: golden sand backed by slopes rising into
the national park, with multiple walking trails.
Has protected lagoons enclosed by reef formations: ideal nooks to
bathe with young kids. Quieter Injidup Beach is sublime.
South from Yallingup has conditions perfect for snorkelling.
Is even further south, with great surf, rocks and sheltered
areas.
Meelup Beach, Eagle Bay and Bunker Bay are located between Cape
Naturaliste and Busselton.
The Horse Resort offers guided rides for all levels through rolling
paddocks, dams, creeks and forest.
Wander around a giant hedge maze in landscaped gardens with free
barbecue and playground facilities at Amaze’n Margaret River.
Visit more than 200 animals at Sunflowers Animal Farm and
Farmstay
A garden setting with forest walks to the main street. Cabins and
powered sites available.
Enjoy the peaceful bushland setting just 2.5km from the
beach.
There are knockout views here. Walk to the beach, or enjoy sunsets
from your cabin porch.
The absolute beachfront location means it’s not cheap to stay here,
but good deals can be found.
There are loads of B&Bs to choose from in Margaret River, but
this is the pick of the bunch.
The region’s luxury spa resort.
An adults-only, Dutch-style country estate nestled into its own
secluded vineyard and surrounded by stunning forest and parkland
scenery.
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