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Visiting Margaret River?  

Places to Stay

Cape Lodge
Cape Lodge, Margaret River’s premier small luxury hotel, has just been voted in the “World’s Best 100 Hotels 2005” and 4th in the world for food by Condé Nast Traveller UK. Cape Lodge now has special offers designed exclusively for Voyager Estate which are available throughout the year. Tel: 08 9755 6311 Email: stay@capelodge.com.au Web: www.capelodge.com.au

Margaret’s Beach Resort
Nestled on the coast at the foot of the Leeuwin Naturaliste Ridge, this impressive resort really does have it all. The choice of accommodation ranges from apartment-style to spacious beach house with all being fully self-contained and many with spas. Take a dip in the pool or entice your tastebuds at the newly opened Gnarabar and Grill. Tel: 08 9757 1227 Email: margarets@assured.net.au

Merribrook Retreat, Margaret River                                                                                  Winner of the Jaguar Award for Excellence, Merribrook Retreat is acclaimed as one of Australia's most idyllic and inspirational luxury, lakeside retreats. Offering a naturally indulgent sanctuary for the senses: a tranquil escape; romantic getaway; corporate retreat or traveller's haven; all nestled graciously within a 160 acre natural estate. Lakeside Lodge, gourmet breakfasts, pool, spa, sauna and 3km walking track. Tel: 08 9755 5599 Email: info@merribrook.com.au Web: http://www.merribrook.com.au .

 

Places to Eat

Voyager Estate
Crowned the 2004 and 2005 Gold Plate winner for ‘Best Restaurant Within a Winery’ and 2005 Gold Plate winner for 'Best Tourism Restaurant', Voyager Estate’s blend of outstanding wine and food, spectacular gardens and unique architecture makes it a flagship for world-class dining. The warm, welcoming atmosphere, open fireplaces, solid wood furniture and richly coloured soft furnishings provide an ambience unmatched in the region. Open for morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea. Tel: 08 9757 6354

Winos
Long time friends and winemakers, Mike Gadd and Conor Lagan, with chef Denis Misfud, opened this wine bar and restaurant 3 years ago. Rustic, wholesome food in a modern setting complement one of the best wine lists in W.A. featuring back vintages only Margaret River locals can get their hands on. Consider it an extension to your lounge room. Tel: 08 9758 7155

Vat 107
Stylish, elegant food is complemented by a West Australian-influenced wine list. VAT 107 is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Conveniently located in the heart of Margaret River this is the only Australian restaurant provided access to those hard-to-find vintages of Voyager Estate Chardonnay. Also, check out the new VAT 2 in Bunbury. Tel: 08 9758 8877

Places to Visit

Mammoth Cave
This awe inspiring cave is a natural time capsule that is home to the ancient fossil remains of many extinct animals, some dating back 35,000 years. The cave features a new CD audio self-guiding system that allows visitors to travel through the fascinating underworld at their own pace. The cave is open daily from 9.00am to 4.00pm. Tel: 08 9757 7411

Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse
Situated on the most south-westerly tip of Australia, this famous landmark marks the spot where the Indian and Southern Oceans meet. The views from the top of the tower are magnificent, especially on a stormy day. The lighthouse is open daily from 9.00am to 4.30pm. (Last entry to tower 3.45pm) Tel: 08 9758 1920

Get back to nature
The Margaret River region has arguably some of the best hiking trails, beaches, nature watching, forests and as clean an air as you will find anywhere. A visit to the region is an opportunity to physically reconnect with nature. And a drink of world class premium wine produced from the confluence of healthy soil, clean water and abundant sunshine isn’t a bad way to end a day of surfing, cycling, hiking, canoeing, caving…

12 Things You Must Do

  1. Watch the sun set at Canal Rocks
  2. Take a leisurely canoe trip with Bushtucker Tours up the Margaret River
  3. Stand in awe watching tow-in surfing at Gnarabup Beach
  4. Have a pre sea-breeze swim at Redgate Beach
  5. Have an ocean-view breakfast at Sea Gardens Café in Prevelly
  6. Stop in at the tourist bureau
  7. Go for a snorkel or dive on the SWAN dive wreck
  8. Visit the local art galleries
  9. Drive safely after visiting the vineyards
  10. Walk part of the Cape to Cape trail
  11. Watch the whales and dolphins as they migrate along the coast
  12. Relax

Just in Case

Police

9757 2222
Ambulance 9757 2000
Margaret River Hospital    9757 2000
Voyager Estate 9757 6354
Tourist Bureau 9757 2911
Busselton Hospital 9752 1122