Mark's Guidebook
Food scene
Local eateries
This hotel is the definition of a country pub. It recently won the award for Australia's Best Redeveloped Hotel and best Wine List . Enjoy the best food and drinks in the company of friendly locals. Be sure to check out "The Tank" if you are passionate about wine and their Smokehouse menu for meat lovers.
Great range of locally made craft and imported beers on tap, including Uraidla Brewery's latest releases.
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Uraidla Hotel
1198 B26This hotel is the definition of a country pub. It recently won the award for Australia's Best Redeveloped Hotel and best Wine List . Enjoy the best food and drinks in the company of friendly locals. Be sure to check out "The Tank" if you are passionate about wine and their Smokehouse menu for meat lovers.
Great range of locally made craft and imported beers on tap, including Uraidla Brewery's latest releases.
Freshly baked sourdough loaves and cafe pasteries. Espresso coffee, takeaways and impressive bottle (and can) shop.
The building houses the Uraidla Brewery and you can see the brewers at work. Tasting paddles and pints available right next door in the Uraidla Hotel. Brewery tours & tastings are available on Friday afternoons.
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Uraidla Republic Cafe & Bakery
1196 B26Freshly baked sourdough loaves and cafe pasteries. Espresso coffee, takeaways and impressive bottle (and can) shop.
The building houses the Uraidla Brewery and you can see the brewers at work. Tasting paddles and pints available right next door in the Uraidla Hotel. Brewery tours & tastings are available on Friday afternoons.
Also known as Uraidla Bike Cafe - A funky little cafe in the main street of Uraidla. Don't expect fancy baristas and espresso machines, what you'll find is find is smooth mocha coffee and herbal teas. Betty and Carlo team up to make innovative breakfasts and light lunches.
You may even get treated to a live jazz performance during your visit. Usually open Saturday-Monday
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1195 B26Also known as Uraidla Bike Cafe - A funky little cafe in the main street of Uraidla. Don't expect fancy baristas and espresso machines, what you'll find is find is smooth mocha coffee and herbal teas. Betty and Carlo team up to make innovative breakfasts and light lunches.
You may even get treated to a live jazz performance during your visit. Usually open Saturday-Monday
Great beer, wine, gin and food offering in one of the hill's newest foodie venues. Very impressive building and outdoor spaces that have risen from the ashes of Grumpy's Brewhaus.
One of things that makes this place unique is the partnership with Udder Delights cheese makers. And what goes better with wine?...
Grünthal Brew
Great beer, wine, gin and food offering in one of the hill's newest foodie venues. Very impressive building and outdoor spaces that have risen from the ashes of Grumpy's Brewhaus.
One of things that makes this place unique is the partnership with Udder Delights cheese makers. And what goes better with wine?...
I’ve placed this one under food scene due to their high quality restaurant venue. Excellent dining offering including pizza. Sidewood are also well known for their fine cider range. Try their pear cider when you visit.
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Sidewood Estate Cellar Door
6 River RdI’ve placed this one under food scene due to their high quality restaurant venue. Excellent dining offering including pizza. Sidewood are also well known for their fine cider range. Try their pear cider when you visit.
Genuine German themed hotel known for its traditional (and generous) German meals. Specialising in wurst and unusual pork dishes. Wash it down with a one litre German beer.
Located in the centre of Hahndorf with a great beer garden.
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Hahndorf Inn
35 Mount Barker RdGenuine German themed hotel known for its traditional (and generous) German meals. Specialising in wurst and unusual pork dishes. Wash it down with a one litre German beer.
Located in the centre of Hahndorf with a great beer garden.
A beautiful old pub that’s recently undergone major renovations including a large extension to its outdoor areas. A change in management has brought about a refreshed food and wine offering.
Upstairs still has the front bar feel complete with a pool table. You may even bump into “Gleeso”.
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Scenic Hotel
Old Norton Summit RoadA beautiful old pub that’s recently undergone major renovations including a large extension to its outdoor areas. A change in management has brought about a refreshed food and wine offering.
Upstairs still has the front bar feel complete with a pool table. You may even bump into “Gleeso”.
A beautifully restored traditional country inn. Its now home to a world class fine dining restaurant, welcoming lounge bar and beer garden. Less than 10 minutes from your accommodation.
Dine outdoors in summer or snuggle up by the open fires in winter.
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The Crafers Hotel
8 Main StA beautifully restored traditional country inn. Its now home to a world class fine dining restaurant, welcoming lounge bar and beer garden. Less than 10 minutes from your accommodation.
Dine outdoors in summer or snuggle up by the open fires in winter.
The Bridgewater Inn
387 Mount Barker RdThis one is for that special occasion! Absolutely stunning...everything! No words...
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Pike & Joyce Wines
730 Mawson RdThis one is for that special occasion! Absolutely stunning...everything! No words...
This is the place for great wine and beer. A very relaxed setting both inside and out. A must for pizza lovers.
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Anderson Hill Cellar Door Restaurant
407 Croft RdThis is the place for great wine and beer. A very relaxed setting both inside and out. A must for pizza lovers.
I've yet to visit this place but have only heard good things. Amazing views over their vineyard.
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Mt Lofty Ranges Vineyard
166 Harris RdI've yet to visit this place but have only heard good things. Amazing views over their vineyard.
Spoil yourself with a fine dining experience in one of Adelaide's premier restaurants.
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Penfolds Magill Estate Restaurant
78 Penfold RdSpoil yourself with a fine dining experience in one of Adelaide's premier restaurants.
This place is a must for coffee lovers. Not a local business but worth visiting if you have time. Its the front of house for a large scale coffee roasting facility. You may even get to see (and smell) them roasting a batch in the public area.
Great coffee, great food and friendly service. Highly recommended!
La Crema Coffee
8 Denis StThis place is a must for coffee lovers. Not a local business but worth visiting if you have time. Its the front of house for a large scale coffee roasting facility. You may even get to see (and smell) them roasting a batch in the public area.
Great coffee, great food and friendly service. Highly recommended!
Operating as a strawberry farm since the early 70s. Famous for their pick-your-own experience but also offering great cafe and dessert menu.
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Beerenberg Farm
2106 Mount Barker RdOperating as a strawberry farm since the early 70s. Famous for their pick-your-own experience but also offering great cafe and dessert menu.
Adelaide Hills Berry Farm
Farm gate/Roadside sales of fresh raspberries and strawberries
Wineries
The first five local wineries listed here make up the Piccadilly Valley Trail. They are all within 5 minutes drive from Uraidla. There are a few others in the Adelaide Hills region, all within easy reach.
Further afield are the Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale regions, both within an hour's drive from Uraidla.
The home of outstanding estate grown Pinot Noir wine made by Paul Henshke. Paul is passionate about local wines and always has time to explain the wine making process.
Penny is a fabulous cook and serves up delicious plates to compliment the range of Paul's wines.
The cellar door building was once our home and most of the vines on the property were planted by us about 25 years ago.
Greenhill Wines Cellar Door & Cafe
1016 B26The home of outstanding estate grown Pinot Noir wine made by Paul Henshke. Paul is passionate about local wines and always has time to explain the wine making process.
Penny is a fabulous cook and serves up delicious plates to compliment the range of Paul's wines.
The cellar door building was once our home and most of the vines on the property were planted by us about 25 years ago.
Excellent cool climate wines. Their wine tasting area is beautifully set up with expansive views over the oldest vines in the Adelaide Hills. Be sure to book for tastings as it can get busy on weekends.
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Tapanappa Wines
15 Spring Gully RdExcellent cool climate wines. Their wine tasting area is beautifully set up with expansive views over the oldest vines in the Adelaide Hills. Be sure to book for tastings as it can get busy on weekends.
A small boutique winery on the Piccadilly Trail specialising in local organic wines. Space is limited so bookings are advised.
CRFT Wines
45 Rangeview DriveA small boutique winery on the Piccadilly Trail specialising in local organic wines. Space is limited so bookings are advised.
This winery is within walking distance from your accommodation. It’s usually open on weekends (Friday-Monday) and public holidays.
You’ll meet members of the Wotton family who have been local farmers for five generations.
Their wines are excellent.
They also have cherries available around Christmas time.
(I hear that pizza will soon be added to their offerings)
Wotton Family Wines
This winery is within walking distance from your accommodation. It’s usually open on weekends (Friday-Monday) and public holidays.
You’ll meet members of the Wotton family who have been local farmers for five generations.
Their wines are excellent.
They also have cherries available around Christmas time.
(I hear that pizza will soon be added to their offerings)
Recently added to the Piccadilly Valley Trail. Let me know what you think after your visit.
Lofty Valley Estate
Recently added to the Piccadilly Valley Trail. Let me know what you think after your visit.
Excellent cool climate wines made right here in the Picccadilly Valley.
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Ashton Hills Vineyard
126 Tregarthen RdExcellent cool climate wines made right here in the Picccadilly Valley.
Vince Blefari's vineyard provides some of the most spectacular views to be found in the Adelaide Hills. His attention to detail in the vineyard is reflected in his range of elegant wines. Open by Appointment. A warm and friendly welcome is always offered at Blefari Wines.
Blefari Wines
7 Gully RoadVince Blefari's vineyard provides some of the most spectacular views to be found in the Adelaide Hills. His attention to detail in the vineyard is reflected in his range of elegant wines. Open by Appointment. A warm and friendly welcome is always offered at Blefari Wines.
Cobb's Hill is just 13 minutes drive from Uraidla. Its known for its fine dining and wines. It draws a big crowd on most weekends.
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Cobb's Hill Estate
382 Swamp RdCobb's Hill is just 13 minutes drive from Uraidla. Its known for its fine dining and wines. It draws a big crowd on most weekends.
Fantastic setting to enjoy their exceptional wine offering.
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Bird In Hand Winery
Pfeiffer RoadFantastic setting to enjoy their exceptional wine offering.
Excellent wine tasting and educational experience in one of Adelaide's oldest and most prestigious wineries.
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Penfolds Magill Estate Cellar Door
78 Penfold RoadExcellent wine tasting and educational experience in one of Adelaide's oldest and most prestigious wineries.
Only an hour’s drive from Uraidla, one Australia’s premier wine regions. If you like Shiraz, you’ll love McLaren Vale.
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McLaren Vale
Only an hour’s drive from Uraidla, one Australia’s premier wine regions. If you like Shiraz, you’ll love McLaren Vale.
The world famous Barossa Valley is just an hour’s drive from Uraidla. A fantastic day trip to discover the northern part of the Mt Lofty Ranges and the legendary Barossa.
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Barossa Valley
The world famous Barossa Valley is just an hour’s drive from Uraidla. A fantastic day trip to discover the northern part of the Mt Lofty Ranges and the legendary Barossa.
Sightseeing
A must for first time visitors to Adelaide with expansive views over the city and entire Adelaide Plains, the gulf, Uraidla and the Piccadilly Valley. The night view of the city lights is magnificent. A restaurant is located on the summit, designed to take in the views. Souvenirs and refreshments are also available.
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Mount Lofty Summit
Mount Lofty Summit RoadA must for first time visitors to Adelaide with expansive views over the city and entire Adelaide Plains, the gulf, Uraidla and the Piccadilly Valley. The night view of the city lights is magnificent. A restaurant is located on the summit, designed to take in the views. Souvenirs and refreshments are also available.
A spectacular collection of trees and plants that thrive in the micro climate of the Piccadilly Valley. Autumn is the best time to visit to experience the explosion of colour. A great place for a picnic or long walk.
The lower entrance is just 8 minutes from your accommodation.
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Mount Lofty Botanic Garden
16 Lampert RoadA spectacular collection of trees and plants that thrive in the micro climate of the Piccadilly Valley. Autumn is the best time to visit to experience the explosion of colour. A great place for a picnic or long walk.
The lower entrance is just 8 minutes from your accommodation.
A great place to get up close and personal with our wildlife. Get that essential pic of you cuddling a koala.
Just 10 minutes from home via Mt Lofty scenic drive.
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Parque de Vida Silvestre Cleland
365 Mount Lofty Summit RdA great place to get up close and personal with our wildlife. Get that essential pic of you cuddling a koala.
Just 10 minutes from home via Mt Lofty scenic drive.
Beautiful conservation park featuring waterfalls, only minutes from Uraidla and Adelaide.
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Morialta Falls
Beautiful conservation park featuring waterfalls, only minutes from Uraidla and Adelaide.
Great walking trails taking in spectacular scenery, all the way to Mount Lofty summit!
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Waterfall Gully
Great walking trails taking in spectacular scenery, all the way to Mount Lofty summit!
Sports & Leisure
This area is perfect for your morning walk. Famous for hosting the annual Uraidla Show and Sustainability Fair, this beautiful piece of Uraidla is a must visit, even for overnight stays. Nestled between the Uraidla Hotel, Uraidla Football Club and Uraidla Primary School, it will give you a sense of our local heritage and tranquil lifestyle.
Easy access through the small gate in the corner of the RSL carport between the bakery and the RSL building. The showgrounds area is at the opposite end of the oval.
Uraidla Show Grounds
86 Swamp RoadThis area is perfect for your morning walk. Famous for hosting the annual Uraidla Show and Sustainability Fair, this beautiful piece of Uraidla is a must visit, even for overnight stays. Nestled between the Uraidla Hotel, Uraidla Football Club and Uraidla Primary School, it will give you a sense of our local heritage and tranquil lifestyle.
Easy access through the small gate in the corner of the RSL carport between the bakery and the RSL building. The showgrounds area is at the opposite end of the oval.
Amongst native bushland in picturesque Piccadilly, arguably the most charming part of the Adelaide Hills, Woodhouse specialises in creating exceptional, memorable experiences through our shared love of the outdoors, encouraging visitors and guests to re-live their childhood and immerse themselves into the whole old-school camp experience.
Crawl, climb, swing and splash around 30+ obstacles on Woody’s Challenge Hill (the O.G. Ninja Warrior course)
Weave through The Labyrinth to find and answer the riddles (and get from one level to the next on the fun fireman’s pole or slide)
Whizz down 2 fast and furious Tube Slides (think waterless waterslide) *weekends only*
Conquer Cameron's Climb (the ultimate bouldering challenge)
Master Disc Golf (it’s like regular golf, but with a Frisbee!)
Explore the beauty of the property on a photo or scavenger hunt or 1 of 7 orienteering courses (no compass required!)
Take the Wetlands Trail (and learn about our native flora and fauna) or venture further afield along the world famous Heysen Trail
OPEN TO GENERAL PUBLIC ON WEEKENDS, PUBLIC HOLIDAYS AND WEEKDAYS IN SA SCHOOL HOLIDAYS FROM 9AM-5PM
Woodhouse Activity Centre
37 Spring Gully RoadAmongst native bushland in picturesque Piccadilly, arguably the most charming part of the Adelaide Hills, Woodhouse specialises in creating exceptional, memorable experiences through our shared love of the outdoors, encouraging visitors and guests to re-live their childhood and immerse themselves into the whole old-school camp experience.
Crawl, climb, swing and splash around 30+ obstacles on Woody’s Challenge Hill (the O.G. Ninja Warrior course)
Weave through The Labyrinth to find and answer the riddles (and get from one level to the next on the fun fireman’s pole or slide)
Whizz down 2 fast and furious Tube Slides (think waterless waterslide) *weekends only*
Conquer Cameron's Climb (the ultimate bouldering challenge)
Master Disc Golf (it’s like regular golf, but with a Frisbee!)
Explore the beauty of the property on a photo or scavenger hunt or 1 of 7 orienteering courses (no compass required!)
Take the Wetlands Trail (and learn about our native flora and fauna) or venture further afield along the world famous Heysen Trail
OPEN TO GENERAL PUBLIC ON WEEKENDS, PUBLIC HOLIDAYS AND WEEKDAYS IN SA SCHOOL HOLIDAYS FROM 9AM-5PM
Check out the local lads & ladettes in action on the field. BBQ, snacks and drinks available all day.
Great place to go for a shnitty and chips on a Saturday night (after home games) during the footy season. It seems like the whole town is there!
Uraidla Districts Football Club
Swamp RoadCheck out the local lads & ladettes in action on the field. BBQ, snacks and drinks available all day.
Great place to go for a shnitty and chips on a Saturday night (after home games) during the footy season. It seems like the whole town is there!
Experience an African safari style adventure only 35 minutes drive from Uraidla. You can even be involved in feeding the big cats, you are in a cage and they are outside!
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Monarto Zoo
63 Old Princes HwyExperience an African safari style adventure only 35 minutes drive from Uraidla. You can even be involved in feeding the big cats, you are in a cage and they are outside!
Endless bush walking trails within minutes of Uraidla. The trails are clearly marked so you won't get lost!
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Parque de Conservación de Cleland
Endless bush walking trails within minutes of Uraidla. The trails are clearly marked so you won't get lost!
Cheap drinks with locals in a relaxed environment.
Bowls practice is on Tuesday and Thursday from 4.00 pm, Pentaque (aka Boules or Bocce) social games every Tuesday from 9.30 am, and the Bar is open for anyone when players are present.
Uraidla Bowling Club
Cheap drinks with locals in a relaxed environment.
Bowls practice is on Tuesday and Thursday from 4.00 pm, Pentaque (aka Boules or Bocce) social games every Tuesday from 9.30 am, and the Bar is open for anyone when players are present.
This is a true conservation park that’s fully fenced from predators. A good opportunity to see smaller native fauna including platypus. Probably best to visit around twilight time.
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Warrawong Wildlife Sanctuary
47 Stock RdThis is a true conservation park that’s fully fenced from predators. A good opportunity to see smaller native fauna including platypus. Probably best to visit around twilight time.
This small country town is home to the largest collection of motoring heritage in Australia. Worth the trip if you have time.
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Museo Nacional del Motor
9 Shannon StThis small country town is home to the largest collection of motoring heritage in Australia. Worth the trip if you have time.
Neighbourhoods
The oldest German village in Australia. On weekends its bustling with tourists walking the tree lined main street. There are plenty of boutique stores, galleries , cellar doors and restaurants to accommodate every taste.
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Hahndorf
The oldest German village in Australia. On weekends its bustling with tourists walking the tree lined main street. There are plenty of boutique stores, galleries , cellar doors and restaurants to accommodate every taste.
One of the hubs of the Adelaide Hills. Very relaxed environment incorporating beautiful deciduous trees, green space, popular cafes, shopping malls and a grand old hotel.
Check out the Laneways Market if you are staying on the fourth Sunday of the month from September to May, 9am -3pm.
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Stirling
One of the hubs of the Adelaide Hills. Very relaxed environment incorporating beautiful deciduous trees, green space, popular cafes, shopping malls and a grand old hotel.
Check out the Laneways Market if you are staying on the fourth Sunday of the month from September to May, 9am -3pm.
Home of The Manor wedding venue and fruit bowl of the Adelaide Hills. Only 4 minutes drive from Uraidla.
Basket Range
Home of The Manor wedding venue and fruit bowl of the Adelaide Hills. Only 4 minutes drive from Uraidla.
Health and Beauty
Fantastic deep tissue massage. Full range of beauty services in a purpose built facility.
Uraidla Cottage Pharmacy
1186 B26Fantastic deep tissue massage. Full range of beauty services in a purpose built facility.