THE MUDGEE HONEY HAVEN
260 kilometers north-west of Sydney is the beautiful town of Mudgee, which is home to approximately 10,000 residents. Another resident of Mudgee is The Mudgee Honey Haven which is one of the area’s premier tourist attractions with a range of experiences for the whole family. The Honey Factory and Gift shop is a close 3-hour drive from north-west Sydney and welcomes bus tour groups, tourists and locals alike.
Honey Haven’s Meads which is a honey spiced liquor as well as testing the factories own skin care range which uses the power of pollen and honey combined. These skin care products help with many ailments including, psoriasis, eczema, dry skin and itches. Many customers have had great success using the products with great feedback and returning to purchase more of these great products.
It was when the Maiolo family wanted a tree change and took over the Honey Haven 20 years ago that set the small shop, rise to new strengths. As the family business grew, the sons of the Maiolo family stepped into the same field of work which saw Mudgee Honey Haven export their honey to China, Dubai and Japan to name a few.
Mudgee Honey Haven has all Mudgee Honey available for purchase as well a wide variety of jams and olive oils which can be tasted prior to purchase. Visitors can enjoy the on-site café which serves their own honey ice cream which is made at the Honey Haven. The newly renovated putt putt course is a great way to entertain the kids, after viewing the display hive which allows guests to see the bees in action while learning new things along the way.
Upon arrival at the Mudgee Honey Haven, guests are welcomed by the friendly team who can provide information on the local area as well as answering any questions about the honey and the bees of the factory. With hives and their own and apiarists that assist with their supplies, there is a wide range of honey for guests to taste and enjoy. Visitors can also taste Mudgee
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The sweet success of Mudgee Honey Haven is celebrated and enjoyed by locals who are always welcoming new visitors and travelers to their beautiful area.
