Rick And Carmen’s guidebook *Our top picks*
Activities
Grab a coffee and rent a mountain bike from here before heading to the Pines. Here you will find some of the best mountain bike trails in Western Australia!
You can actually walk to this location through a beautiful walking/bike trail along the Margaret River. Just follow the Darch trail, towards town to the end :)
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The Hairy Marron - Mountain Bike Cafe
69 Bussell HwyGrab a coffee and rent a mountain bike from here before heading to the Pines. Here you will find some of the best mountain bike trails in Western Australia!
You can actually walk to this location through a beautiful walking/bike trail along the Margaret River. Just follow the Darch trail, towards town to the end :)
Yonder is our go to "before going out" spot. Pop in for a cocktail or two before heading out to the Tav, the next spot on the list.
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Yonder
124 Bussell HwyYonder is our go to "before going out" spot. Pop in for a cocktail or two before heading out to the Tav, the next spot on the list.
Bring some wine and a cheese board for sunset at Mainbreak! It's kinda the thing to do! FYI: there are sometimes food trucks here too :)
Located at approximately 8 km from the town’s center, you can’t miss the opportunity to visit Surfers Point and witness an unforgettable sunset. It’s this location that arguably put Margaret River on the tourist map.
Surfers Point is very well-known for its surf competitions, with the biggest event of the year being the WSL Margaret River Pro which generally takes place in the month of May.
It’s a chance to come and see the world’s best surfers compete against each other on some of the world’s best waves!
Although, this place isn’t just for surfers… it also offers a great atmosphere to enjoy a full day of sun, swimming in the ocean, and soaking in the good vibes – there is always something going on!
The area is very well equipped with car parking spaces, toilets, benches, picnic tables, and barbecues which is perfect to appreciate some memorable moments with family and friends.
It’s a dog-friendly beach, so your four-legged sidekicks can join you for a walk along the golden sands as well.
Still, one of the best things you can actually do at Surfers Point apart from surfing is without a doubt watching a stunning sunset across the Indian Ocean.
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Surfers Point
Surfers Point RoadBring some wine and a cheese board for sunset at Mainbreak! It's kinda the thing to do! FYI: there are sometimes food trucks here too :)
Located at approximately 8 km from the town’s center, you can’t miss the opportunity to visit Surfers Point and witness an unforgettable sunset. It’s this location that arguably put Margaret River on the tourist map.
Surfers Point is very well-known for its surf competitions, with the biggest event of the year being the WSL Margaret River Pro which generally takes place in the month of May.
It’s a chance to come and see the world’s best surfers compete against each other on some of the world’s best waves!
Although, this place isn’t just for surfers… it also offers a great atmosphere to enjoy a full day of sun, swimming in the ocean, and soaking in the good vibes – there is always something going on!
The area is very well equipped with car parking spaces, toilets, benches, picnic tables, and barbecues which is perfect to appreciate some memorable moments with family and friends.
It’s a dog-friendly beach, so your four-legged sidekicks can join you for a walk along the golden sands as well.
Still, one of the best things you can actually do at Surfers Point apart from surfing is without a doubt watching a stunning sunset across the Indian Ocean.
All of the beaches in this area are absolutely stunning! Must stop here while your in the area! I can get busy but it is worth it. Drive a bit further down the road and find a bit more secluded of a spot. You can rent SUP boards and Kayaks here too :)
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Meelup Beach
All of the beaches in this area are absolutely stunning! Must stop here while your in the area! I can get busy but it is worth it. Drive a bit further down the road and find a bit more secluded of a spot. You can rent SUP boards and Kayaks here too :)
Looking for a more secluded beach? Head to condos beach. It's a little walk down to it but it is well worth it!
*Hot tip* The cape to cape track from condos to Reigate is glorious*
Contos Beach
Looking for a more secluded beach? Head to condos beach. It's a little walk down to it but it is well worth it!
*Hot tip* The cape to cape track from condos to Reigate is glorious*
My favourite cave tour here! Drive down caves road south till you arrive at lake cave. A tour guide will take your through the cave and explain how the caves are formed and all the other info you always wondered about :)
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Lake Cave
Conto RoadMy favourite cave tour here! Drive down caves road south till you arrive at lake cave. A tour guide will take your through the cave and explain how the caves are formed and all the other info you always wondered about :)
Get up and personal with the giant stingrays at Hamelin Bay!
Beautiful spot and why not head to Augusta after that.
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Hamelin Bay
Get up and personal with the giant stingrays at Hamelin Bay!
Beautiful spot and why not head to Augusta after that.
Feeling adventurous?!
Our good friend Mick owns this company and is super passionate about Rock climbing. Book with him for some really cool rock climbing at the wilyabrup cliffs or talk to them about other sights.
Margaret River Climbing Co.
100 Bussell HwyFeeling adventurous?!
Our good friend Mick owns this company and is super passionate about Rock climbing. Book with him for some really cool rock climbing at the wilyabrup cliffs or talk to them about other sights.
You wouldn't have truly experienced Margaret River without surfing! This is what the region is all about, other than food and wine.
If you have never surfed before or your just beginning, I would highly recommend Margaret River Surf School! Take a lesson at the beautiful Reigate beach and have fun!
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Margaret River Surf School
You wouldn't have truly experienced Margaret River without surfing! This is what the region is all about, other than food and wine.
If you have never surfed before or your just beginning, I would highly recommend Margaret River Surf School! Take a lesson at the beautiful Reigate beach and have fun!
Love horses?! This is the spot for an epic trail ride! These guys are such legends and it will not disappoint!
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Jesters Flat
1549 Rosa Brook RdLove horses?! This is the spot for an epic trail ride! These guys are such legends and it will not disappoint!
Whale Watching Platform
Head to Augusta for a whale watching tour! Its an unforgettable experience!
While the fires that went through not long ago really took its tole on the forest, it's still a beautiful spot to take a scenic drive and watch the regrowth.
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Boranup Forest Viewpoint
Point RoadWhile the fires that went through not long ago really took its tole on the forest, it's still a beautiful spot to take a scenic drive and watch the regrowth.
Food & Wine
The Margaret River Bakery is a must to stop at during your stay! If your looking for a great coffee and breakfast, here is the place to go! Don't be alarmed by the line, it goes pretty quick! You may just have to order takeaway as seats are usually pretty full! Trust me, it's worth it :)
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Margaret River Bakery
89 Bussell HwyThe Margaret River Bakery is a must to stop at during your stay! If your looking for a great coffee and breakfast, here is the place to go! Don't be alarmed by the line, it goes pretty quick! You may just have to order takeaway as seats are usually pretty full! Trust me, it's worth it :)
Looking for a classic degustation to die for with wine pairings to match?! This is the go too in the Margaret River region. It's a bit of a drive so you may need to organise transport if your planning on doing the pairings as well *you can also opt out of the pairing*
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Rústico At Hay Shed Hill
511 Harmans Mill RdLooking for a classic degustation to die for with wine pairings to match?! This is the go too in the Margaret River region. It's a bit of a drive so you may need to organise transport if your planning on doing the pairings as well *you can also opt out of the pairing*
'Ground to Glass' and 'Farm to Table'
It's a bit of a trek/drive out here but it is absolutely worth the unique experience. Book online in advance to secure a lunch with or without pairing.
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Glenarty Road
70 Glenarty Rd'Ground to Glass' and 'Farm to Table'
It's a bit of a trek/drive out here but it is absolutely worth the unique experience. Book online in advance to secure a lunch with or without pairing.
Here you’ll find one of the best vineyard views in Margaret River to go with excellent wine made under the supervision of Bruce Dukes and a restaurant that topped last year’s delicious. 100 Western Australian top 10. If that’s not a recipe for success we don’t know what is. For those who don’t have time for the full dégustation experience, a tasting and a dip into the à la carte are heartily recommended.
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Wills Domain
17 Brash RdHere you’ll find one of the best vineyard views in Margaret River to go with excellent wine made under the supervision of Bruce Dukes and a restaurant that topped last year’s delicious. 100 Western Australian top 10. If that’s not a recipe for success we don’t know what is. For those who don’t have time for the full dégustation experience, a tasting and a dip into the à la carte are heartily recommended.
Friends of ours own this place and it has quickly become a very popular winery with fun sit down wine tastings. These guys are seriously passionate about wine and the cellar door is in a beautiful little setting right in the middle of the vineyard.
Check out their website here: https://www.lsmerchants.com.au
LS Merchants
163 Treeton Rd NFriends of ours own this place and it has quickly become a very popular winery with fun sit down wine tastings. These guys are seriously passionate about wine and the cellar door is in a beautiful little setting right in the middle of the vineyard.
Check out their website here: https://www.lsmerchants.com.au
Don't feel like driving? Take a stroll down the Darch trail to the Brewhouse for a great feed and a delicious beer! Hot tip *Sundays have live music and a great atmosphere*
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Margaret River Brewhouse
35 Bussell HwyDon't feel like driving? Take a stroll down the Darch trail to the Brewhouse for a great feed and a delicious beer! Hot tip *Sundays have live music and a great atmosphere*
My favourite brewery! Super casual farm setting with great food and beer! Looking for somewhere to go on a nice sunny day?! this place has got it all along with a slip and slide in the summer for kids! And beautiful lawn to sit on overlooking paddocks.
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The Beerfarm
177 Gale RdMy favourite brewery! Super casual farm setting with great food and beer! Looking for somewhere to go on a nice sunny day?! this place has got it all along with a slip and slide in the summer for kids! And beautiful lawn to sit on overlooking paddocks.
It would be rude to not stop at one of the most famous wineries in the Margaret River Region!
Don’t count on a quick stop at Voyager Estate. As with its neighbour, Leeuwin Estate, taking your time pays dividends. Walk the ornamental and edible gardens, book a tour of the winery and estate, and, of course, taste the wines. The grand dining room is home to chef Santiago Fernandez, where you’ll find the seven-course Discovery dégustation menu and the four-course à la carte Terrior menu.
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Voyager Estate
41 Stevens RdIt would be rude to not stop at one of the most famous wineries in the Margaret River Region!
Don’t count on a quick stop at Voyager Estate. As with its neighbour, Leeuwin Estate, taking your time pays dividends. Walk the ornamental and edible gardens, book a tour of the winery and estate, and, of course, taste the wines. The grand dining room is home to chef Santiago Fernandez, where you’ll find the seven-course Discovery dégustation menu and the four-course à la carte Terrior menu.
Head to white elephant cafe in the morning to get one of the best morning views you will ever see! Morning dips here in the summer are the best!!
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White Elephant Cafe
Gnarabup RoadHead to white elephant cafe in the morning to get one of the best morning views you will ever see! Morning dips here in the summer are the best!!
Morries is our go to date night! Easy walk from the studio and the food and cocktails are very consistently 5 star!
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morries
149 Bussell HwyMorries is our go to date night! Easy walk from the studio and the food and cocktails are very consistently 5 star!
A go-to for many Margaret River visitors and the top of any Margs restaurant list worth its sushi, for a standout dining experience head to Miki’s Open Kitchen. Japanese chef Mikihito Nagai takes you on a diverse culinary journey through contemporary fine dining like no other with a Japanese-Australian fusion style that warrants repeat visits.
Mikis Open Kitchen
131 Bussell HighwayA go-to for many Margaret River visitors and the top of any Margs restaurant list worth its sushi, for a standout dining experience head to Miki’s Open Kitchen. Japanese chef Mikihito Nagai takes you on a diverse culinary journey through contemporary fine dining like no other with a Japanese-Australian fusion style that warrants repeat visits.
We have a friend Sam, he is an absolute legend of an old Italian guy that works harder than anyone I have ever seen before! I have worked for him multiple times over the years and he owns this restaurant in Margaret River called La Scarpetta Tratoria. One day he decided "I'm gonna dig out underneath this heritage listed building I own and build a Pizzeria!" After months and months of watching people bring barrel load after barrel load of earth from under the restaurant, Pizzica was born!! This is my go to spot for me and my gals to catch up or to have a romantic date night! It has such a romantic atmosphere and you really feel as though your right in the middle of Italy!
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Pizzica, Pizzeria & Charcoal Grill
73 Bussell HwyWe have a friend Sam, he is an absolute legend of an old Italian guy that works harder than anyone I have ever seen before! I have worked for him multiple times over the years and he owns this restaurant in Margaret River called La Scarpetta Tratoria. One day he decided "I'm gonna dig out underneath this heritage listed building I own and build a Pizzeria!" After months and months of watching people bring barrel load after barrel load of earth from under the restaurant, Pizzica was born!! This is my go to spot for me and my gals to catch up or to have a romantic date night! It has such a romantic atmosphere and you really feel as though your right in the middle of Italy!
Love love love this place!! Great food and drinks in a beautiful surrounding! A place to get a bit dressed up in your flowy dress and share a beautiful meal and cocktail in the farm setting.
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Meelup Farmhouse
54 Sheens RdLove love love this place!! Great food and drinks in a beautiful surrounding! A place to get a bit dressed up in your flowy dress and share a beautiful meal and cocktail in the farm setting.
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Walking Trails
Margaret River has some breathtaking walks even right out the front door of the studio! There have been so many times that I have kicked my butt out the door, put my running shoes on and headed out to the wilderness and thought to myself "man I am so lucky" Get out there and explore!
A couple of favourites are:
- The walk from the studio to town via the Darch trail
- The Prevelly beach walk from the White elephant cafe to the Margaret River mouth
Check out the site below for a list:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/australia/western-australia/darch-road-shared-path-trail