Escarpment Group

Welcome to the Escarpment Group and its luxury collection of distinctive properties encapsulating heritage, indulgence and character at its very best, located in the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park and Wine Country – Hunter Valley.

LILIANFELS BLUE MOUNTAINS

Situated within the grounds of the historic summer residence of Sir Frederick Darley, the sixth Chief Justice of NSW. Set amidst two acres of gardens adjacent to Echo Point, the 5 star resort with award winning Darley’s Restaurant and luxurious day spa, overlooks the spectacular Jamison Valley.

ECHOES BOUTIQUE HOTEL & RESTAURANT

Perched at the very edge of the Jamison Valley at Echo Point, featuring an uninterrupted and panoramic view of the dramatic landscape. An intimate 4.5 star boutique hotel offering a more personal style of service and atmosphere.

THE HYDRO MAJESTIC

The iconic historical hotel stretches 1.1km along the escarpment edge in Medlow Bath, overlooking the picturesque Megalong Valley. Featuring art deco inspired accommodation and a range of dining options, it is an escape to yesteryear.

PARKLANDS COUNTRY GARDENS & LODGES

A secluded retreat set within 28 acres of grand country estate in Blackheath, with a private lake, manicured gardens and views of sweeping bushland. Featuring rooms with a Hampton-like feel and a luxurious day spa.

TH E CONVENT HUNTER VALLEY

Just 2.5 hours drive from Sydney CBD and nestled within the premiere wine region of Pokolbin. The Convent is surrounded by rich, produce-filled kitchen gardens, creating a tranquil culinary treat pleasing to lovers of both food and wine.

A PLACE AND TIME YOU’LL NEVER FORGET…

ESCARPMENT DINING

Our range of restaurants and bars provides a unique, gastronomic experience that showcases the region’s fresh and local produce.

DARLEYS RESTAURANT

A Hatted and multi-award winning fine dining restaurant located at Lilianfels Resort & Spa. Enjoy modern Australian cuisine showcasing fresh seasonal produce sourced within the Blue Mountains. 6pm–10pm Tues–Sat. Bookings are essential. t. 02 4780 1200

ECHOES RESTAURANT

An award winning contemporary fine dining restaurant located at Echoes Boutique Hotel & Restaurant. Enjoy modern Australian cuisine with an Asian influence whilst enjoying the views overlooking the Jamison Valley.

Open daily for breakfast 8am–10am, lunch 12pm–2.30pm and dinner 6pm–8.30pm. Bookings are essential. t. 02 4782 1966

BOILER HOUSE

The Boiler House Restaurant menu features traditional pizzas, pastas, seafood hotpot and Australian cuisine showcasing regional produce from the Blue Mountains. Open Wed–Sun 11am–3.30pm. t. 02 4782 6885

HYDRO MAJESTIC

With panoramic views overlooking the Megalong Valley, the Hydro Majestic is one of Australia’s most iconic historical hotels. Casual and formal dining experiences from Wintergarden, Salon Du Thé, the Boiler House and HM Pavilion.

The Wintergarden open daily. Afternoon tea 11am–3.30pm (Mon–Fri) and 10.30am–3.30pm (Sat–Sun) and daily dinner 6pm–9pm.

HM Pavilion open daily 9am–5pm. t. 02 4782 6885

> Opening hours may be subject to changes without notice

ESCARPMENT DAY SPAS

Our range of spa sanctuaries will refresh you from the stresses of life and offer a haven for relaxation— surrounded by the picturesque Blue Mountains.

LILIANFELS DAY SPA

Lilianfels Day Spa offers a refreshing sanctuary and haven for relaxation. Featuring four spacious treatment rooms with private facilities to cater for individuals relaxation, couples, special occasions—hens and bridal parties, conference and event groups.

Lilianfels Day Spa offers an extensive list of spa rituals and massage therapy including hot stone massages, facials, and body treatments including body wraps, manicures and pedicures.

ECHOES DAY SPA

Echoes Day Spa is a boutique and intimate day spa perfect for relaxation and features two treatment rooms; one couple’s room with private bath and sauna and one single treatment room. Echoes Day Spa offers an extensive list of spa rituals and massage therapy including hot stone massages, facials, soak therapies and body treatments including body wraps.

PARKLANDS DAY SPA

Parklands Day Spa is a refreshing sanctuary to enliven your senses with pure relaxation. Featuring two spacious double treatment rooms with private facilities and two spacious single treatment rooms and a private steam room to cater for individuals relaxation, couples, special occasions— hens and bridal parties, conference and event groups. Parklands Day Spa offers an extensive list of spa rituals and massage therapy including hot stone massages, facials, relaxation baths and body treatments including body wraps, manicures and pedicures.

Lilianfels Day Spa

Lilianfels Resort & Spa

Open 7 days

Bookings are essential t. 02 4780 1200

Echoes Day Spa

Echoes Boutique Hotel Open 7 days Bookings are essential t. 02 4782 1966

Parklands Day Spa

Parklands Country Gardens & Lodges

Open 7 days

Bookings are essential t. 02 4787 7211

ESCARPMENT EXPERIENCES

Discover the history of the Hydro Majestic and share all that is remarkable about regional produce from the Blue Mountains with a visit to The Pavilion.

THE PAVILION

The Pavilion is a vibrant display showcasing boutique and unique food and wine from the Blue Mountains and its regions to provide an overall ‘Taste of the Blue Mountains’. The Pavilion is a tourism destination not to be missed that also explores the history of the Hydro Majestic including interactive ‘living’ displays, multimedia screening areas and history tours.

History Tours available 11am and 3pm daily, 10am, 11am, 3pm and 4pm on weekends. Bookings essential.

Located at the Hydro Majestic. Open daily 9am–5pm.

Or escape to the wine country and discover the Hunter Valley.

THE CONVENT

Enjoy 19 room luxury boutique hotel accommodation at The Convent Hunter Valley. Just 2.5 hours drive from Sydney CBD, The Convent is nestled within one of Australia’s premiere wine regions—Pokolbin. Our unique location offers expansive acreage views of the glamorous boutique hotel, The Convent, Pepper Tree Winery and Circa 1876.

All venues are located on the estate and surrounded by rich, produce filled kitchen gardens, creating a tranquil culinary treat pleasing to lovers of both food and wine.

88 Halls Rd, Pokolbin NSW 2320 t. 02 4998 4999 reservations@convent.com.au convent.com.au

BIRCHES OF LEURA Garden and Gift Centre

An oasis of tranquility. Enjoy coffee on the deck. Plants, statues, urns, pots, indoor plants, succulents and garden themed giftware. Sproutwell glasshouses and greenhouses. t. 02 4784 3146 2/156 Megalong St, Leura birchesofleura.com.au

BLUE MOUNTAINS BIKING ADVENTURES

Ride an E-BIKE! Get off the beaten tourist track using our mobile self-guided hire, or guided tour service. Pedal wide dirt fire trails to stunning locations, such as the beginner friendly Hanging Rock trail. t. 0432 699 212 bluemountainsbiking.com.au

MEGALONG CREEK ESTATE - BLUE MOUNTAINS WINE

A family owned and operated vineyard producing unique, Single Estate, Blue Mountains Wines. Visit our cellar door to enjoy our beautiful Italian style wines whilst taking in the spectacular views of the towering escarpments and Megalong Valley. Open Sat and Sun from 12pm.

t. 0402 358 100 | Aspinall Rd, Megalong | megalongcreekestate.com

KATOOMBA FAMILY HOTEL

Loved by travellers and locals alike, the newly renovated historic pub has a reputation for the best beer and wholesome meals in town. Family friendly, bistro, sports bar, wheelchair accessible, drive-thru bottleshop 10am–11pm, delivery available.

t. 02 4782 1106 5–15 Parke St, Katoomba katoombahotel.com.au

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WOLLEMI GEMS

Discover quality opals, jewellery and handcrafted gifts in a different and relaxed shopping environment. We have a complete and fascinating range of opals and other rare and stunning Australian stones, mostly cut by the owner. Get the best prices and expert advice from the cutter.

The wide range of opal jewellery is set in solid 14ct and 18ct gold and sterling silver. We have a great assortment of spectacular and rare Australian stones, such as the amazing zebra stones and fossils. We also carry a selection of handcrafted gifts and a range of high quality crystals for collectors. You’ll also enjoy looking at the private collection of artefacts.

t. 02 4782 3733 51 Katoomba St, Katoomba wollemigems@optusnet.com.au wollemigems.com.au

MR COLLINS OF LEURA

Elegant brasserie-style dining in the heart of Leura. Welcoming service, exciting food and an iconic venue.

t. 0421 843 933 | Open Thurs–Mon 128 Leura Mall, Leura mrcollinsofleura.com.au

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LEURA GOLF CLUB

A unique range of gifts and clothing items from local artisans and also from far and wide, without the artifice of mass production. Many items are designed and made by designer Lynne Curan or handmade here in the pristine Blue Mountains. The shop is located at the top of the main street of Katoomba, in a lovely historic building which was originally a wine merchant’s storefront in the early 1900s.

t. 0416 026 961 | 44 Katoomba St, Katoomba | omniakatoomba.com.au

HEART OF STONE

Love the mountains?

Love Heart of Stone for Art Deco, Art Nouveau and Tiffany style lighting, a unique range of gifts, homewares, jewellery, stationery and greeting cards. A beautiful store reflecting the classic charm and romance of the mountains. Closed Tues and Wed. t. 0408 232 761 171 Katoomba St, Katoomba heartofstone.com.au

MOUNTAIN CULTURE

Come and visit our extensively renovated heritage-listed building to see where our award-winning beers – and Australia’s #1 Pale Ale

We serve more than 14 beers on tap, as well as wines, cider and non-alcoholic options, alongside a simple menu of classic burgers and snacks.

Open for takeaways 7 days, and dine-in Thurs–Sun. 23-25 Parke St, Katoomba mountainculture.com.au

HAVE YOU EXPLORED THE BLUE MOUNTAINS YET?

The Blue Mountains is a special place of ancient landscapes, towering golden hued stone escarpments, crashing waterfalls and magnificent eucalypts all set amongst inspiring panoramas, that will take your breath away. Blue Mountains City Council manages 105 parks across the City, over 170 walking tracks and 98 lookouts. We also provide major cultural facilities – the Blue Mountains Cultural Centre, at Katoomba, and the Blue Mountains Theatre and Hub, at Springwood. Get more information on what to see and do while visiting our City within a World Heritage Area, at bmcc.nsw.gov.au/visitor-information

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BLUE MOUNTAINS CULTURAL CENTRE

Located in the heart of Katoomba, the Blue Mountains Cultural Centre encompasses the Blue Mountains City Art Gallery, a café, gift shop and Into the Blue, an interactive exhibition that explores the history and natural landscape of the Blue Mountains. Visitors can also enjoy the viewing platform with stunning panoramic vistas of Katoomba and the Jamison Valley.

Mon–Fri 10am–5pm | Sat–Sun 10am–4pm | t. 02 4780 5410 Level 1, 30 Parke St, Katoomba | bluemountainsculturalcentre.com.au

DAY GALLERY

Historical and contemporary Australian art. Open Fri, Sat and Sun 10am–5pm & Mon 11am–4pm or by appointment. 27–29 Govetts Leap Rd, Blackheath t. 0404 930 120 | daygallery.com.au info@daygallery.art day_gallery_blackheath

Installation view: Claire Healy & Sean Cordeiro: Post-haste 2021.

Photo: Liam Foster.

RAVIR BOUTIQUE

For quality clothing made from natural fibres, come to Ravir Boutique in beautiful Blackheath.

Brands for men and women include Eribe (Scotland), Seasalt (Cornwall) and possum/merino from New Zealand (includes Merino Mink and Noble Wilde). We also stock Valia (Australian-made), Toorallie, Tani and Braintree hemp.

Open 7 days 9.30am–4pm. t. 02 4787 5045 38 Govett’s Leap Rd, Blackheath info@ravir.com.au ravir.com.au

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BOOTLEGGER BAR

Enjoy a memorable dining experience at our family friendly bar and bistro. Sensationally smoked meats to delight the senses, cocktails expertly crafted to perfection and live music most weekends. Vego/Vegan options available. Wed–Sun from 12pm & Mon from 5pm. Call to make a booking. t. 02 4782 6368 92 Bathurst Rd, Katoomba | bootleggerbar.com.au

CAVES

JENOLAN

Australian Ugg boots, sheepskin and cowhide products. 8am–5.30pm.

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THE WAYZGOOSE DINER

The Wayzgoose Diner is your go-to for locally sourced comfort food, made from scratch in house, and home of the Famous Flowerpot Scone! Life is Short! Eat the burger!

Open from 9am, 7 days a week, serving breakfast, lunch and sweets. Great coffee from Mocha Coffee, old fashioned milkshakes and a great range of local cold drinks.

t. 02 4784 1973 174 Leura Mall, Leura thewayzgoosediner.com

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BLUE MOUNTAINS ADVENTURE COMPANY

Explore the heights and depths of the magnificent World Heritage protected Blue Mountains with its endless vistas of sandstone cliffs, dramatic waterfalls and hidden canyons. Our adventure activities include canyoning, abseiling, rock climbing, single or multi-day walks and more. We’ve been delivering the Blue Mountains’ best adventure tours since 1984 and are passionate about sharing our unique natural environment.

BLUE MOUNTAINS HERITAGE CENTRE

Located at Govetts Leap with spectacular views of the Grose Valley. Run by NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service with advice on walks for all levels, such as the Grand Canyon and Grand Cliff Top Walk. Exhibition, virtual reality canyoning, quality books and locally made gifts.

9am–4.30pm daily (closed Xmas Day) t. 02 4787 8877 Govetts Leap Rd, Blackheath nationalparks.nsw.gov.au

ALEXANDRA HOTEL, LEURA

Leura’s only licensed hotel offers à la carte dining experiences as well as delicious wood-fired pizzas in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.

The Alexandra Hotel is located only a casual stroll from the village of Leura with its many cafés and shops. The hotel offers a touch of old-world charm, with open fires and beautiful views—the perfect place to visit whilst exploring the Blue Mountains. t. 02 4782 4422

62 Great Western Hwy, Leura alexandrahotel.com.au