The Swan Valley’s rich bushland, rolling vineyards and national parks make it the ideal location to escape, indulge and awaken your senses. The region provides a unique blend of wineries, first class restaurants, wildlife, natural attractions, and arts and crafts, all within close proximity to the city of Perth.
General Information
The Swan Valley is Western Australia’s oldest wine-growing region. Its history is marked by pioneering farmers and descendents of the British Isles and Southern Europe and today, its unique character and flavour are continued by a new generation of passionate gourmet food producers, restaurateurs and artists.
Charges may apply to the following amenities and attractions.
The Resort
24 hour reception, outdoor swimming pool and heated spa, gymnasium, squash court, hairdresser, tennis courts, games/recreation room, terrace barbecue areas, two restaurants, two bars, massage, dry cleaning, onsite complimentary car parking, baby sitting on request, conferencing/meeting facilities.
The resort features 2 x 18 hole championship golf courses, which hosted the Heineken Classic from 1993 - 2001 and the Johnnie Walker Classic from 2006 to 2008. The Vines will host the Johnnie Walker Classic again in February 2009. Both courses are continually ranked in the top 20 resort courses in Australia and are open 365 days a year (subject to availability).
What To Do
Caversham Wildlife Park and Zoo, Sandalford and Houghton Wineries, Historic Gardens, Swan Valley Cuddly Animal Farm, The Maze n Koalas, Woodbridge House, Araluen Botanic Park, Whiteman Park, Bibbulmum Track, Munda Biddi bike trail, golf, wineries and wine cruises, vineyard walk trails, nature walks, arts and crafts, fishing, wagon trails, river cruises, indulgence tours.
Where To Eat
Grand Mercure Apartments The Vines’ restaurants offer a sumptuous selection of local cuisine and wines ranging from a quick snack to à la carte dining.
Muscat’s Restaurant and Bar
Muscat’s Restaurant offers relaxed and informal à la carte and buffet dining (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) for breakfast and dinner. The lounge bar offers an extensive wine and cocktail list, where you can enjoy a pre-dinner drink or a relaxing after dinner liqueur.
The Vines Café and Bar
The Vines Cafè and Bar menu offers a selection of light meals and an extensive range of coffees and loose leaf teas together with local beers and wines.
Greenside Café
Greenside Café is open every day providing light snacks and beverages. Closing times vary throughout the year.
Guest Info
Check-in: from 2.00pm Check-out: 10.00am
Your Club Apartment
Studio aparntmet - Sleeps up to 2 people (1 king bed)
One bedroom apartment - Sleeps up to 4 people (1 king and 1 sofa bed*)
Two bedroom apartment - Sleeps up to 6 people (1 king, 2 single/king split and 1 sofa bed*)
*sofa beds are suitable for children only.
Individually controlled air-conditioning, full kitchen (studios have half size fridge and dish drawer), cable television with movies-on-demand, DVD/stereo combo, tea/coffee making facilities, iron/ironing board, telephone, hair dryer. Laundry in one and two bedroom apartments.
Travel Tips
• The Swan Valley is approximately 16km east of Perth.
• The resort is approximately 45 minutes drive from Perth City Centre, 40 minutes
from Perth International Airport, 13km from Midland and 20km from Guilford.
• The Swan Valley has limited accessibility by public transport. Transportation
hire is recommended.