Deb’s guidebook

Deb
Deb’s guidebook

Sightseeing Surfing

Surfing encompasses an array of water activities from surfing, wind surfing, kiting and SUP boarding. Learn to SUP at www.standupsurfing.com.au or surfing @ www. margaretriversurfschool.com
Surfers Point is home to one of the premium surfing locations in Western Australia, so much so it is included in the WSL (World Surf League) Competition held annually in April. It is always spectacular to watch, especially when there is large swell running. There are usually surfers in the water early in the morning, windsurfers and kiters in the afternoon. It also a good spot to watch the sunset and enjoy something to eat from one of the local food vans with a glass of Margaret River wine.
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Surfers Point
Surfers Point Road
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Surfers Point is home to one of the premium surfing locations in Western Australia, so much so it is included in the WSL (World Surf League) Competition held annually in April. It is always spectacular to watch, especially when there is large swell running. There are usually surfers in the water early in the morning, windsurfers and kiters in the afternoon. It also a good spot to watch the sunset and enjoy something to eat from one of the local food vans with a glass of Margaret River wine.

Food scene

We have a couple of local cafes and restaurants within walking distance from our apartment or a short car trip
The White Elephant Cafe is great place for breakfast and lunch. Situated overlooking Gnarabup Beach you can take a morning swim (or swim anytime), or to just sit back and watch the world go by. It has good coffee, including takeaway. From here you can take an easy walk to Surfers Point along the beach path
White Elephant Cafe
Gnarabup Road
The White Elephant Cafe is great place for breakfast and lunch. Situated overlooking Gnarabup Beach you can take a morning swim (or swim anytime), or to just sit back and watch the world go by. It has good coffee, including takeaway. From here you can take an easy walk to Surfers Point along the beach path
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The Sea Garden Cafe
9 Mitchell Dr
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The Common is a short walk from our house and has various food theme nights throughout the week. It also has a Happy Hour from 5.00pm till 6.00pm.
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The Common Bistro
1 Resort Pl
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The Common is a short walk from our house and has various food theme nights throughout the week. It also has a Happy Hour from 5.00pm till 6.00pm.

Cycling

Cycling , especially mountain biking , has taken off with a bang in Margaret River with many trails in close proximity to the town site. www.trailswa.com.au has comprehensive maps of the Pines Trails in Margaret River.
The Hairy Marron is located on the banks of the Margaret River, only a short walk from the town centre. It hires all types of bicycles, bike repairs, sells new bikes and has some of the best muffins and coffee in town. The guys here have a great knowledge of the cycle trails being passionate mountain bikers themselves. It is centrally located to most of the good local mountain bike trails through the Wooditjup National Park and Keenan State Forrest. It is also a great place to start the 10 Mile Brook Trail, which can also be walked.
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The Hairy Marron - Mountain Bike Cafe
69 Bussell Hwy
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The Hairy Marron is located on the banks of the Margaret River, only a short walk from the town centre. It hires all types of bicycles, bike repairs, sells new bikes and has some of the best muffins and coffee in town. The guys here have a great knowledge of the cycle trails being passionate mountain bikers themselves. It is centrally located to most of the good local mountain bike trails through the Wooditjup National Park and Keenan State Forrest. It is also a great place to start the 10 Mile Brook Trail, which can also be walked.

Markets

The Margaret River Farmers Markets are open Saturday mornings and are good for stocking up on local provisions and Fresh produce from the area. It is also has several takeaway food vans, so breakfast can be had there.
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Margaret River Farmers Market
Lot 272 Bussell Hwy
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The Margaret River Farmers Markets are open Saturday mornings and are good for stocking up on local provisions and Fresh produce from the area. It is also has several takeaway food vans, so breakfast can be had there.

Wineries

The Margaret River Wine Region region runs from Dunsborough in the North to Augusta in the South (Approximately 60kms). Gnarabup, our location, is centrally located to make the most of this unique area.
The Margaret River Wine Association website is a great place to find information about all of the wineries in the Margaret River Wine Region. It also has the history of the wineries in this area. www.margaretriver.wine
Margaret River Wine Association
100 Bussell Hwy
The Margaret River Wine Association website is a great place to find information about all of the wineries in the Margaret River Wine Region. It also has the history of the wineries in this area. www.margaretriver.wine

Hiking Walking

Gnarabup, our location, is centrally located to the Cape to Cape walking trail, with hikers regularly walking past our house. Spring is a very good time to walk the Cape to Cape, as the wild flowers are usually in full bloom. The weather is still a bit cooler, which is great for walking or backpacking.
Walking, Hiking or Trekking Cape to Cape during wildflower season. , can be spectacular.
Kilcarnup Beach
Walking, Hiking or Trekking Cape to Cape during wildflower season. , can be spectacular.

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Cómo moverse

There is no public transport between Gnarabup and the Margaret River Town site.

The Margaret River Town site is 10 kms away from our location, so it is advisable to have your own form of transport. There is however a local Taxi service that services the local areas. There are also two Bus services that run between Perth and the Margaret River Town-site. South West Coach-lines is the quickest. About 4 Hours. The drive to Margaret River by Car is about 3.5 hrs at a steady pace.
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It can get cold here, even in summer.

Any time you come to Margaret River you will need to bring along warm clothing, even in summer, as our nights are generally cool. Autumn (March April) is an exception. Winter in Margaret River is a great time to be here, Yes the weather can be cold and wet, but it is a good time to visit wineries. Don't forget to bring your Surfboards, Sups or Bikes, they can be securely stored undercover.
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Margaret River Farmers Market - Saturday Mornings

Margaret Rivers Farmers Market www.margaretriverfarmersmarket.com.au is is a great place to stock up on local produce or to have a light breakfast. It is on every Saturday morning at the local Tafe education centre on Bussell Hwy Margaret River Town-site.
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Tours

There are a number of tour operators in the Margaret River area, including Bike tours, Winery and Brewery Tours, Private Wine tasting tours, Whale watching and more. These can all be found and booked on the Margaret River Tourist Bureau website. www.margaretriver.com