Perth Hills Local Knowledge
- Activities (1)
- Must do/see (5)
- Eating out (6)
- Entertainment (3)
- What to do (10)
- What to see (7)
- Local history (3)
- Services (1)
Activities
The ultimate treat for horse lovers of all ages. Spend the whole day riding one of our ponies and learning all about horses. Your expert trainer will teach you new riding skills based on your current ability, how to care for a pony and how to saddle the horse. Also included is a delicious lunch.
Must do/see
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Araluen Botanic ParkBeautiful gardens,walk trails and picnic spots |
9496 1171 |
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Carldenn Homestead WinesOpen weekends and public holidays for tastings of Chardonnay, Semillon, Merlot, Cabernet and Sauvignon Blanc |
92917788 |
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Lesmurdie FallsJust 1/2 a kilometre from our B&B is 1200 hectares of national parks featuring this lovely waterfall. |
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Motorcycle ToursEnjoy travelling through the hills,like never before. |
0407 479 109 |
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Myatts Field WineryTaste award winning wines at Myatts Field ore smaple their strawberries at their Strawberry Fayre on Sunday 7th October |
92935567 |
Eating out
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Birdies ResturantAwarded `Best Prestigious Dining Venue' by the Western Australian Hotel and Hospitality Association, Birdies offers a modern a la carte menu combining the best of European, Asian and Australian cuisine. In the warmer months, al fresco dining will delight the palate while a crackling log fire creates a cosy atmoshere in winter. |
0893976000 |
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Darlington Estate WineryEat at a special restaurant or sample fabulous wines at this unique hills winery & restaurant. Suitable for weddings and other functions. |
92996268 |
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Hainault WineryIndulge yourself with a gourmet platter or taste the local award winning wines at this friendly hills winery. |
92938339 |
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Local RestaurantsWith many local restaurants ranging from Indian, Thai, Lebanese,French, Italian and Asian, visitors will be spoilt for choice. |
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Roleys on the RidgeRoleys on the Ridge is by far one of the best locations in Roleystone, with valley views and character style building and verandahs. It has a toasty pot belly stove to warm the spirits, lovely jarrah beams in the roof and wooden floorboards. The corrugated iron walls and roof give it a warm homely ambience so its no wonder new owners Brad and Melanie Richards fell in love with this unique resturant in such a spectacular location. Melanie is a local teacher and Brad, the head chef has had over twenty years experience in fine dining places including Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas, Hyatt Regency Adelaide and Lake Karrinyup Country Club. Roleys is located in Brackenridge Village on the corner of Brookton Highway and Soldiers Road Roleystone. |
0894960666 |
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The Grape GalleryThis resturant has a warm and inviting feeling and is quickly gaining recognition as a great place to eat. The menu is a mixture of modern Australian cuisine and all menu items are made in house. Our fantastic cake and dessert menu will have you leaving full and satisfied. If you have never tasted the Scottish delicacy Banoffi Pie then you should spend some time in Roleystone and be absolutely impressed by the rich flavours. Children are fully catered for with a great menu with a main dish, drink and a chocolate frog for $11. We also have colouring in sheets, a colouring in competition and jigaw puzzles to keep little minds busy while mum and dad enjoy lunch or dinner. The Grape Gallery is located at 508 Brookton Highway Roleystone. |
0894960088 |
Entertainment
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Brackenridge VillageA wonderful little country village catering for tourists and locals. With cafe resturants, art and craft shops, gifts, antiques, collectables, a health shop, and beauty therapy for the adults, and mini golf, giant chess and a pole cubby house to entertain the kids. On the corner of Brookton Highway and Soldiers Road Roleystone 6111. |
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Kookaburra Outdoor TheatreOutdoor movies under the stars! open Nov - April |
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Roleystone TheatreRoleystones very own, and very popular amatuer theatre comany. With the addition of the new carpark the company is now even more friendly for people with disabilities. The Theatre has a kiosk that sells light refreshments as well as a licenced bar that is open before, during and after a show. Coming attractions include `Mother Goose', Alice in Wonderland,`Tea House of the August Moon and an `Old Time Music Hall'. The secretary is Sherrill Wallis and her contact number is 0419935178. She can be contacted for general information or membership enquiries. All bookings can be made through Bobby and Gerry Chapman on 93975730. |
0893975730 |
What to do
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Araluen Golf ResortA challenging 18 holes of championship golf designed by the late Roger Mackay and Michael Coates. It is bordered by state forest on the south and west and east borders and by the Canning river on the north border, featuring wide sloped fairways and large undulating greens, testing changes of elevation and strategically placed water hazards and bunkers. The wide imeccably manicured fairwys contribute to the unique character of this very special course, which is truly one of natures most picturesque playing fields. A fleet of 75 electric golf carts, complemented by continuous cart paths, means golf can be played 12 months of the year. |
0893976000 |
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BIBBLUMUN WALK TRACKOur doorstep opens onto the famous Bibblumun walk track, you dont have to walk the complete 1000kms! |
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Bickley Valley wineriesEnjoy the tastings at fine boutique style Bickley Valley wineries mosy of which are open only on weekends. |
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Cafes and rosegardensMia Flora Cafe in Karragullen and the Carmel Rose Heritage cafe in Carmel offer sumptuous meals or afternoon teas for the hungry traveller. |
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Kalamunda MarketsOn the first Saturday of each month, local markets are held in the middle of the Kalamunda township.Arts, crafts, food, books, clothing and much more is to be found during this day long event. Free admittance. |
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Perth Hills Wine RegionStretching from Chittering to Jarrahdale, this area encompasses many boutique wineries , most of which are open for tastings on weekends only. |
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Perth ObservatoryFancy some star gazing? Make an appointment to see the night skies through high powered telescopes. |
92938255 |
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Phillips Galleries and PotteryDiscover an artist run Gallery and Pottery filled with some of W.A.'s finest art and craft. Nestled amongst lush gardens and granite boulders with beautiful views along the Canning River Valley the Phillips Galleries aim to make art enjoyable as well as affordable. Please telephone Jill Phillips for opening hours. 20 Wymond Road Roleystone 6111 |
(08)93975394 |
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Vineyards Carmel ValleyClusters of vineyards and tasting venus and cafes abound in the Carmel valley of the Perth Hills. |
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Visitors CentreOpen weekends 10.00am - 4.00pm in the annexe of the kalamunda Library |
0417973386 |
What to see
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Cahuna Wild Life ParkSituated half way up the hill on Canning Mills Road overlooking the city of Perth. Magnificent views and restaurant. Wild life sanctuary for koalas, kangaroos, possums, bandicoots. Children will love this. |
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Cahuna Wildlife SanctuaryHalf way up the Canning Mills Road from the Tonkin hwy and Canning Mills lights. Restaurant and magnificent views across the city. Sanctuary for wildlife-kangaroos, koalas, bandicoots, etc. |
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Canning River walkwaysThere are tranquil and scenic walking tracks to be enjoyed along the beautiful Canning River, one of the Swan Rivers main tributaries. Park by the bridge on Soldiers road and meander four hundred meters along the track and arrive at `Roley Pool', a natural calm water pool where you can find native wildlife in their natural environment as well as very secluded picnic facilities. |
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Carmel Chocolate FactoryQuality chocolate products using dairy free alternatives are manufactured in the Carmel area. |
92935433 |
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Fruit orchards, KarragullenDrive up the hills from Tonkin Road and Canning Mills intersection and leave the city behind. Meander through the Jarrah forest and continue along Canning Mills Road until you begin to see the fruit orchards peeking through the trees. Sampling and purchase of fruit from various sheds is a highlight! |
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Karragullen Fruit orchardsSet in the township of Karraullen, fruit orchards abound where visitors can purchase from the sheds fresh fruit. |
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Lesmurdie FallsScenic views of Perth are available from this vantage point. Night views are excellent on clear Perth nights. |
Local history
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History VillageOpen most days of the week, this tourist venue documents the pioneering history of the region.$4 admittance fee. |
92931371 |
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Mundaring WeirA 60 kilometre round trip from Kalamunda to Mundaring features the historic Mundaring Weir completed in 1901 by C. Y. O'Connor. |
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Mundaring Weir & No. 1 Pump StationHistoric Weir built late 1800's by C Y O'Connor to supply Kalgoorlie with fresh water. |
Services
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Pure Indulgence (Roleystones day spa)All aspects of Beauty:- Massage therapy, Facial treatments, AHA Treatments, Bowen Therapy, Body Wraps, Reflexology and Reiki. Unit 6, 1 Soldiers Road Brackenredge Village Roleystone 6111. |
(08)94962922 |