Capertee Valley Roadtrip
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Taste your way through the towns of the Blue Mountains before driving onto Rylstone via the widest canyon in the world, the Capertee Valley.
The Valley is home to endangered birds and wildlife and is a
magnificent gateway to the Mudgee wine region.
Edwina Bartholomew and husband Neil Varcoe have lovingly
restored an 1890's sandstone farmhouse - Warramba - a 3
hour drive west of Sydney in the Capertee Valley.
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has curated for us her recommended places to stop on a Greater
Blue Mountains roadtrip.
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Sydney
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Glenbrook
Glenbrook sits at the base of the Blue Mountains, just past the Penrith Valley.
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Arrive via car from Glenbrook61KM / 38MI ~ Approximately an hour
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It’s a great stop if you leave Sydney early, and want to grab a
coffee on the way. We recommend the following spots:
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COFFEE at KickaboomKickaboom, 6, Ross Street, Glenbrook, Sydney, Blue Mountains
City Council, New South Wales, 2773, Australia
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BREAKFAST at The Church Glenbrook
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SNACKS FOR THE ROAD from the Glenbrook Grocer
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Drive – 39KM
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SHOP at Lyttleton StoresLyttleton Stores, Badgery Crescent, Lawson, Sydney, Blue
Mountains City Council, New South Wales, 2783, Australia
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Lyttleton Stores is a not-for-profit cooperative of Blue Mountains growers.
There is an organic grocery store with local produce and
homemade preserves and jams for sale. You can also buy flowers.
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LeuraLeura, New South Wales
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Arrive via car from Leura39KM / 24MI ~ Approximately 32 minutes
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A PICNIC BASKET LUNCH at Sorensen's Glasshouse and
GardensSorensen's Glasshouse & Gardens, 8, Herbert Street,
Leura, Sydney, Blue Mountains City Council, New South Wales,
2780, Australia
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The Glasshouse is set on two acres of beautiful gardens and is a 2km drive from Leura main street.
Book a picnic basket ahead of time and eat local in the gardens.
LUNCH at The Garage LeuraLeura Garage, Railway Parade, Leura, Sydney, Blue Mountains
City Council, New South Wales, 2780, Australia
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Leura is about halfway between Sydney and Warramba and is a lovely place to stop for lunch or dinner.
The Garage serves excellent Italian food and is a great
launching pad to explore the main street nearby.
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Medlow Bath
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Arrive via car from Medlow Bath8KM / 5MI ~ Approximately 7 minutes
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LUNCH at SynonymousSynonymous, 1, Railway Parade, Medlow Bath, Sydney, Blue
Mountains City Council, New South Wales, 2780, Australia
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Another nice spot for lunch. Synonymous serves a seasonal menu of locally grown produce and speciality coffee.
There is also a sister cafe, Anonymous in Blackheath.
GET YOUR APPLE FIX at Logan Brae
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Logan Brae is an apple orchard, just outside Blackheath.
It was planted in 1919 and is the only surviving apple orchard
in the Blackheath area. You can buy apples, juice and other
products from Logan Brae. There are also spectacular views of
the Blue Mountains escarpments behind the old apple shed.
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Blackheath
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Arrive via car from Blackheath6KM / 4MI ~ Approximately 5 minutes
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BUY CHEESES at This Little Piggy DeliThis Little Piggy Deli, 238, Great Western Highway,
Blackheath, Blue Mountains City Council, New South Wales,
2785, Australia
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A gourmet deli with delicious pre-prepared meals and imported cheeses.
SHOP FOR A BOOK at GleebooksGleebooks, Govetts Leap Road, Blackheath, Blue Mountains City
Council, New South Wales, 2785, Australia
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Glen Alice
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Arrive via car from Glen Alice107KM / 66MI ~ Approximately an hour
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STAY at Warramba
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Warramba is set on 100 acres of regenerated farmland in the Greater Blue Mountains.
The 1890s homestead has been lovingly restored as a bolthole for
the world-weary. Sheer sandstone cliffs surround the property,
brimming with native wildlife. Kangaroos, wombats, goannas and
birds — including the endangered Regent Honeyeater — dash
through the ironbark. The property is perfect for couples,
families and animal lovers, who can feed the friendly fold of
Highland Cattle.
Drive – 42KM
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SEE Dunns Swamp (Ganguddy)
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Don’t miss Dunns swamp, or Ganguddy as it is known to the local Aboriginal people.
It is a beautiful, serene waterway on the Cudgegong river in
Wollemi National Park where you can camp, kayak or just enjoy
the incredible scenery.
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Rylstone
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Arrive via car from Rylstone42KM / 26MI ~ Approximately 42 minutes
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STAY at Sierra Escape
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Sierra Escape is Mudgee’s premier and award winning, adults only Luxury Eco Glamping experience, located only 20 minutes from Mudgee.
Surrounded by beautiful rolling hills, and breathtaking views –
Sierra provides an opportunity to escape from busy city life and
immerse yourself in country NSW.
WANDER Rylstone Village
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The historic Rylstone Village has a great selection of cafes, pubs and famous Yum Cha.
There are also three national parks nearby, including the
world-renowned Wollemi National Park.
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