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CAPEL REGION Stretch your legs in a rare tuart forest, be charmed by tiny towns, and indulge in gourmet-fresh produce in the Capel region. Amble along Peppermint Grove Beach, play a game of golf surrounded by kangaroos or fly through the air on a trampoline. Feed your curiosity at quirky galleries and studios, or at a local cellar door and cafe. DAY ONE Perth to Peppermint Grove Beach It’s the great Australian summer ritual: packing up and heading for the beach. So, jump in the car and get ready for 48 hours of summer-time fun in the Capel region. Allow a little over two hours to reach the region. If it’s chilled-out beach time vibes you crave, then spending time in the quintessential seaside town of Peppermint Grove Beach (aka Peppy Beach) is a must. You’ll find the beach holiday you remember from your childhood. No high rises, just endless days enjoying the sun and sea. 14
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FOUND | spring • summer 2020/21
Sunset Magic Arrive in time to catch the last beautiful rays over the Indian Ocean. Climb the 119-step Peppermint Grove lookout for 360-degree views of the Peppermint Grove Beach and beyond and an unbelievable sunset. Access is from Peppermint Grove Terrace, or from Maali Rise (off Boobook Rise). Where to Stay Families will love the Peppermint Grove Beach Holiday Park with its camper’s kitchen, mini golf, tennis, volleyball and the best Friday night pizzas in the region. For space to luxuriate, try a twostorey architecturally-designed house by Peppermint Tree Lodge. DAY TWO Get Sand Between Your Toes Lock the car into 4WD and hit the beach highway. Bring the fishing rod, boat, snorkelling gear, surfboard or kayak and spend the morning getting wet and salty. Berry Breakfast You’ve earned your breakfast, so head to Capelberry Cafe in the main street of Capel (only a 10-minute drive from visitbunburygeographe.com.au
