Sip, Eat, Sleep

Sip, Eat, Sleep

Words: Bethany Plint

The Cove Jervis Bay South Coast, NSW

Need an escape? Travel a mere 13 kilometres through native bushland in Booderee National Park on the New South Wales South Coast and you’ll feel as if you’ve been transported to a truly remote oasis. Tucked away in Jervis Bay, The Cove is a private sanctuary with a range of self-catering accommodation from 1, 2 & 3-bedroom cabins to spacious bell tents for a high-end glamping experience. Spend your time swimming at the secluded beach, hit the bushwalking trails and enjoy a relaxing soak in the open-air bath tub that oozes rustic luxury. With an Advanced Ecotourism Certification, The Cove is dedicated to providing unforgettable experiences that not only do no harm to the environment but aim to contribute to the conservation of the local area including its surrounding communities.

thecoverjervisbay.com

Mount Lofty House, MGallery by Sofitel Adelaide Hills, SA

Overlooking the stunning Piccadilly Valley in the Adelaide Hills wine region, Mount Lofty House provides a unique historic setting to indulge in one of the most luxurious accommodation experiences in South Australia. This designer boutique hotel boasts a three hat fine dining restaurant as well as an indulgent day spa to truly spoil yourself. Although just 15 minutes from the Adelaide CBD, Mount Lofty House is in the heart of one of the ten Great Wine Capitals of the World, and just a short drive from the neighbouring McLaren Vale and Barossa wine regions. From spacious suites to private cottages, a stay at Mount Lofty House will give you a taste of old-world decadence.

mtloftyhouse.com.au

Breakfast at Bouffant

Possibly the most Instagram-worthy bakery on the Central Coast, Bouffant is responsible for some of the flakiest croissants, tastiest tarts and most drool-worthy desserts you’ve ever seen. Their signature pastry and namesake is a delicious stack of light, buttery croissant pastry, fried and filled with lemon curd and meringue. As a bonus, they also do excellent coffee. Bouffant is taking the Coast by storm with two locations already in Gosford and East Gosford and a new Terrigal store coming soon.

bouffant.com.au

Lunch at Woy Woy Fishermen’s Wharf

Serving up some of the best local seafood on the Central Coast for more than 40 years, this beloved Woy Woy outfit is run by three generations of the Gregan-Clayton family. The original restaurant has been transformed into a stylish waterfront venue with dinein and takeaway options. The team is committed to working with and supporting local fishermen, aquaculture experts and farmers to supply the highest quality sustainable seafood.

woywoyfishermenswharf.com.au

Dinner at Bombini

Less of a restaurant and more of a dining destination, Bombini is spread over a leafy two acres near Avoca Beach. The main dining room features a three course a la carte menu with a focus on sustainable, locally-sourced produce, as well as a degustation menu with antipasto, cocktails and an impressive wine list. In the sprawling undercover terrace, Bombini Pizza Bar is perfect for a casual meal with a selection of local and imported wines, a cocktail list featuring European classics such as Aperol Spritz and Bellinis, and a selection of woodfired pizzas and smaller plates for sharing.

bombini.com.au