MB Homestead Guidebook
Food scene
A focus on local produce & high quality ingredients. Coffee using Bill's Beans & loose leaf teas by Harney's of New York - possibly not what you would expect in a small country town?
You might like to contact them in advance & discuss options like pre-ordered meals for your freezer, a booking in the cafe for your group, or even a catered event at the Homestead. You can also pop into the shop & pick up some high quality essentials if you are cooking at home.
Explore all the options at their website https://www.barnesstore.com.au
Barnesstore Emporium and Cafe
356 Albury StA focus on local produce & high quality ingredients. Coffee using Bill's Beans & loose leaf teas by Harney's of New York - possibly not what you would expect in a small country town?
You might like to contact them in advance & discuss options like pre-ordered meals for your freezer, a booking in the cafe for your group, or even a catered event at the Homestead. You can also pop into the shop & pick up some high quality essentials if you are cooking at home.
Explore all the options at their website https://www.barnesstore.com.au
This is your local. A lovely old pub, beautifully restored, the Lighthorse offers great pub food with a “gastro-pub” vibe.
The Light Horse Hotel Murrumburrah
This is your local. A lovely old pub, beautifully restored, the Lighthorse offers great pub food with a “gastro-pub” vibe.
The bistro is open for dinner Tuesday to Sunday & has an extensive menu with something to suit everyone.
Harden Country Club
East StreetThe bistro is open for dinner Tuesday to Sunday & has an extensive menu with something to suit everyone.
A gastro-pub in Jugiong, offering great food, & a country meets city vibe. You can plan to eat here before arriving at MB Homestead, as it's on the way if you're coming from Sydney, Canberra or Melbourne. It's a 30 min drive from there to Harden.
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The Sir George
320 Riverside DrA gastro-pub in Jugiong, offering great food, & a country meets city vibe. You can plan to eat here before arriving at MB Homestead, as it's on the way if you're coming from Sydney, Canberra or Melbourne. It's a 30 min drive from there to Harden.
A cafe, jam factory, ice-cream shop & homewares store. A must visit. Great for breakfast & shopping on your way home from MB Homestead.
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Long Track Pantry
Riverside DriveA cafe, jam factory, ice-cream shop & homewares store. A must visit. Great for breakfast & shopping on your way home from MB Homestead.
Jacksons Bakery & Café
11 East StGet there early, they open at 5:30am!
A hidden gem, tucked away at the back of the newsagent. A quiet spot to have breakfast & read your paper.
DJ's on Neill
26 Neill StA hidden gem, tucked away at the back of the newsagent. A quiet spot to have breakfast & read your paper.
LO's KITCHEN - pre-ordered meals, cakes, & catering. A little bit of pre-planning required, but it's totally worth it. Lo is based in Boorowa & eveythig you need to know is on her website & insta page, both called Lo's Kitchen.
60 Queen St
60 Queen StreetLO's KITCHEN - pre-ordered meals, cakes, & catering. A little bit of pre-planning required, but it's totally worth it. Lo is based in Boorowa & eveythig you need to know is on her website & insta page, both called Lo's Kitchen.
Cellar Doors
Freemans Winery - Recommended by guests, this winery includes the first vines established in the Hilltops Region over 30 years ago. Tastings are by appointment only, so please book ahead. http://www.freemanvineyards.com.au/
Prunevale Road
Prunevale RoadFreemans Winery - Recommended by guests, this winery includes the first vines established in the Hilltops Region over 30 years ago. Tastings are by appointment only, so please book ahead. http://www.freemanvineyards.com.au/
Award winning wines, pick your own cherries, amazing grazing boards, & sometimes live music. Investigate your options at https://ballinaclash.com.au/
Ballinaclash Orchard and Cellar Door
4335 Olympic HwyAward winning wines, pick your own cherries, amazing grazing boards, & sometimes live music. Investigate your options at https://ballinaclash.com.au/
The Hilltops' largest vineyard, Grove Estate was established in 1989. There are now 50 hectares of vines, producing a range of varieties including Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Merlot, Zinfandel, Barbera, Sangiovese, Petit Verdot, Chardonnay, Semillon and Nebbiolo. Choose from a range of tasting experiences to suit your tastes.
https://www.groveestate.com.au
Grove Estate Wines
4100 Murringo RdThe Hilltops' largest vineyard, Grove Estate was established in 1989. There are now 50 hectares of vines, producing a range of varieties including Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Merlot, Zinfandel, Barbera, Sangiovese, Petit Verdot, Chardonnay, Semillon and Nebbiolo. Choose from a range of tasting experiences to suit your tastes.
https://www.groveestate.com.au
Walks & Sightseeing
Murrumburrah
3 Lyons St
3 Lyons StreetWALKING MAPS are available at the house.
Hilltops Tourism Guide
For more ideas, visit
https://www.visithilltopsregion.com.au/
Young & Hilltops Region Information Centre
Lovell StreetFor more ideas, visit
https://www.visithilltopsregion.com.au/
Retail
The Ohana Collection
58 Neill StreetA gorgeous florist & gift shop, you're sure to find something you love
Workshops - learn something new!
INTRO TO BIODYNAMIC FARMING workshops are run here by award-winning biodynamic farmer Charlie Arnott. Check Charlie's website - look for charliearnott boorowa- for details.
Hanaminno
810 Brial RoadINTRO TO BIODYNAMIC FARMING workshops are run here by award-winning biodynamic farmer Charlie Arnott. Check Charlie's website - look for charliearnott boorowa- for details.
GLASS-BLOWING workshops are run by Peter Minson in Binalong, about 1/2 an hour's drive from Harden. Check Peter's website for details - look for minsonartglass Binalong.
The Briars
21 Queen StreetGLASS-BLOWING workshops are run by Peter Minson in Binalong, about 1/2 an hour's drive from Harden. Check Peter's website for details - look for minsonartglass Binalong.