Things to do
Kangaroo Valley Links
Kangaroo Valley Tourist website has lots of information about what is available in Kangaroo Valley. Whether it’s bushwalking, canoeing, eating out, wine-tasting, horse riding or much more, visit:
In Kangaroo Valley
Places to Eat
Café Bella
Ph: 4465 1660
151 Moss Vale Road, Kangaroo Valley
Open Thurs-Sun for breakfast and lunch and Fri, Sat and Sun for dinner
Try the porridge and the Scottish malt toast for breakfast, or the pizzas for dinner—and yes, you can take away dinner orders. BYO.
The Friendly Inn Hotel
Ph: 4465 1133
159 Moss Vale Road, Kangaroo Valley
Friendly service, great atmosphere. Full Bistro service.
Source @ Kangaroo
Ph: 4465 1969
2038 Moss Vale Road, Kangaroo Valley
Best location to view the bridge. Mon, Tues, Fri from 9.30am. Weekends from 8.30am.
Kangaroo Valley Fudge House
Ph: 4465 1375
158 Moss Vale Road, Kangaroo Valley
Hand made fudge and cookies. Coffees and cold drinks.
Kangaroo Valley Bakehouse
Ph: 4465 1500
150 Moss Vale Rd, Kangaroo Valley
Where you can buy loaves of the Scottish malt toast you tried at Café Bella!
Places to shop
Kangaroo Valley Supermarket
Ph: 4465 1512
1/151 Moss Vale Road, Kangaroo Valley
Newspapers, milk, bread—all the necessities.
Kangaroo Valley Collections
Ph: 4465 2685
3/160 Moss Vale Road, Kangaroo Valley
Mainly French; home wares, antiques, linens, glassware and special gifts. Coffee and cake.
Oshun Leye
Ph: 4465 2064
1/160 Moss Vale Road, Kangaroo Valley
Homewares, gifts, decorator pieces, feminine clothes, accessories and jewellery.
Kangaroo Valley Woodcrafts
Ph: 4465 1002
156 Moss Vale Road, Kangaroo Valley
Wide range of Australian made wooden products—bowls, toys, mirrors, rocking horses, doll houses.
Kangaroo Valley Pottery
Ph: 4465 1025
168 Moss Vale Road, Kangaroo Valley
Extensive range of local and Australia wide pottery, candles, Australian oils and pot pourri.
The Nostalgia Factory
Ph: 4465 1022
2/162 Moss Vale Road, Kangaroo Valley
Antiques, collectables, antiquarian and second hand books, ephemera, and gifts.
Kangaroo Valley Rural Supplies (Red Shed)
Ph: 4465 1082
2 Jenanter Drive, Kangaroo Valley
Open 7 days
Camping, fishing and hardware supplies. Antiques Firewood. LP Gas. Fishing licences.
JD Gallery
Ph: 4465 2333
8/160 Moss Vale Road, Kangaroo Valley
Open 10:30am-4:30pm, Friday-Sunday and public holidays
Modern and traditional paintings by Australian artists, stunning art glass and jewellery.
Homelea Cottage
Ph: 4465 1830
149 Moss Vale Road, Kangaroo Valley
Specialising in sweets.
Activities
Golf
Kangaroo Valley Golf & Country Resort
Ph: 44651 131
391 Mount Scanzi Road, Kangaroo Valley
Open 8am-6pm
Kayaking and canoeing
Kangaroo Valley Safaris
Ph: 4465 1502
2210 Moss Vale Rd, Kangaroo Valley
Horse riding
The Man from Kangaroo Valley Trail Rides
Ph: 4465 1912
24 Hillcrest View Lane, Barrengarry
Fishing
Bass Fishing Kangaroo Valley Lake Yarrunga and The Shoalhaven
1800 805 742 for guided Bass fishing tours
Tallowa Dam and Kangaroo River are great places to fish. The best way to fish the area is from a kayak or canoe with entry points at Hampden Bridge, Bendeela Picnic Ground and Tallowa Dam. A fresh water fishing licence is required, $12 from fishing shops, also available from Kangaroo Valley Rural Supplies and the Canoe and Kayak Outfitters in Kangaroo Valley.
Museum
Kangaroo Valley Pioneer Museum Park
Ph: 4465 1306
2029210 Moss Vale Rd, Kangaroo Valley
Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 10am-4pm (in summer) and to 3pm in winter.
Swimming
There are numerous swimming holes to be found along the Kangaroo River. The best spots are probably at the end of Upper River Road. At the end of Mackays Road (heading back into town) turn left and follow Upper River Road to the end of the road.
Bushwalking
See maps and brochures available to be borrowed in the Mackays Cottage folder (please leave for other guests).
Winery
Yarrawa Estate
Ph: 4465 1165
Scotts Road, Kangaroo Valley
Around Kangaroo Valley
Berry
There are many antique shops, gift shops, cafes and restaurants in Berry. There are also many National Trust buildings in the village, including the National Bank, Court House, General Post Office and the Customs House.
Historic buildings
The National Bank (1889), the Court House (1891) and the English Scottish & Australian Chartered Bank (1886).
Berry Markets
The first Sunday of the month a very popular fair is held in the township of Berry. Local produce, gifts and crafts.
Bakery & Restaurant
Berry Woodfired Sourdough Bakery
Ph: 4464 1617
23 Prince Alfred Street, Berry
Fitzroy Falls
Waterfalls and bushwalks
Visitors centre for lookout and walks
Ph: 4887 7270
Open 7 days from 8.30am to 5.00pm
Burrawang
Mauger’s Meats and Catering
Ph: 4886 4327
Hoddle Street
3 generations of butchering - 18 years catering experience. Not just for any meat you may want to cook for dinner – try the fabulous chicken or beef pies (or both!)
Burrawang Village Hotel
Ph: 4886 4206
Hoddle Street
Open 7 days - 11.00am till close
It's a classic 1920s-built English-style pub that has withstood the march of progress and has a beer garden with great country views.
Robertson
Home of the Big Potato!
Pig & Whistle Café
Ph: 4885 1300
Old Cheese Factory, 1 Illawarra Highway, Robertson
Robertson Cheese Shop
The Old Cheese Factory, 1 Illawarra Highway, Robertson
Pizzas In The Mist
Ph: 4885 1799
42 Hoddle Street, Robertson
Bookings Essential. BYO.
Three Creeks Café
Ph: 4885 1889
74 Hoddle Street, Robertson
Serpentine Gallery
Ph: 4885 1933
The Old Cheese Factory, 1 Illawarra Highway, Robertson
16th century styled gowns, Victorian outfits, frock coats and corsetry for weddings and special occasions.
Carrington Falls
Carrington Falls Road, Robertson
Located just outside Robertson and featuring picnic areas, swimming areas, and the Carrington waterfalls.
Bellmore Falls
Belmore Falls Road, Robertson
Located approximately 8km from Robertson.
Kangaloon
Drive through Kangaloon between Robertson and Bowral. A very pretty drive.
Berrima
Shops & Old Buildings
There are dozens of art & craft, souvenir, and specialty shops; boutiques; cafes, restaurants, and Australia's oldest continuously licensed inn. There are also number of beautiful old buildings in Berrima.
Historic Berrima Courthouse Museum and Information Centre
Ph 4877 1505
Cnr Wilshire and Argyle Street, Berrima
Bell Gallery Fine Art
Ph 4877 1267
Jellore Street, Berrima
Open Friday to Mon day from 11am-5pm
Berkelouw Book Barn
Ph 4877 1370
Old Hume Highway, Berrima
Open 7 days, 9.30 am-5pm
Restaurants
Berrima has a number of excellent restaurants. Below are some that appear in the Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide:
The Journeyman Restaurant
Ph: 4877 1911
Old Hume Highway, Berrima
Eschalot Restaurant
Ph: 4877 1977
24 Old Hume Highway, Berrima
White Horse Inn
Ph: 4877 1204
The Marketplace, Berrima