The Lakehouse
Sightseeing
Beautiful gardens and scenery, especially in autumn when the gardens come alive with colour. Wonderful walks as well, and nice for a picnic on the lake edge.
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Mount Lofty Botanic Gardens, Lower Car Park
Mawson DriveBeautiful gardens and scenery, especially in autumn when the gardens come alive with colour. Wonderful walks as well, and nice for a picnic on the lake edge.
The Heysen Trail is around 1,200kms running from Parachilna in the Flinders Ranges via the Adelaide Hills to Cape Jervis on the Fleurieu Peninsula in South Australia. The Adelaide Hills section offers scenic views and beautiful wildlife watching. It also runs straight past our cottage and can be accessed a short 200m walk from the front gate!
Heysen Trail
Heysen TrailThe Heysen Trail is around 1,200kms running from Parachilna in the Flinders Ranges via the Adelaide Hills to Cape Jervis on the Fleurieu Peninsula in South Australia. The Adelaide Hills section offers scenic views and beautiful wildlife watching. It also runs straight past our cottage and can be accessed a short 200m walk from the front gate!
Scenic views over Adelaide.
The directions are written from Mount Lofty Summit to Bridgewater, but of course the walk could be walked in the opposite direction too.
Begin this hike at the carpark at the entrance to Mt Lofty Summit. Parking here is free, but limited. Walk east, and downhill, following the Heysen Trail
After 1km, the Heysen Trail reaches the bitumen road, Sprigg Road. Follow this road.
After 800m, Sprigg Road reaches a T-junction with Lambert Road. This is also where the Heysen Trail continues in two directions, so ensure you turn left towards Bridgwater, and not right to Mt Lofty Botanic Gardens.
Crossing Piccadilly Road follow the opposite road, Hanson Road, which shortly ends and becomes a walking track in a road reserve
After coming out of the road reserve, almost immediately climb the stile and enter the Scout’s Woodhouse Adventure Centre. Continue through the centre following the Heysen Trail markers
Leaving the Woodhouse Adventure Centre, cross Carey Gully Road and enter the Stirling Golf Course. Watch out for golf buggies
Follow the trail through the avenue of trees in to Mount George Conservation Park
In the park, continue along the Heysen Trail, crossing the Davenport Bridge
Pass by the junction of Timbercutters Track
Pass over the Tiersman Bridge. The bridge commemorates the tiersman of the Adelaide Hills, the first white settlers who mostly worked logging the area,
After the bridge there is a carpark and picnic area
The trail passes through a tunnel under the freeway
After the tunnel under the freeway, the trail follows the freeway for a short distance, before entering a carpark, where there is a Fairy Garden, in Deanery Reserve
The road here is Old Mount Barker Road, and it is the original road. Built in the 1840s as a bullock track, the Great Eastern Road wen through the hills to Melbourne. The bridge here is one of the few structures in South Australia that was build by convicts, as South Australia was settled by free settlers. In the 1850s the bridge and road here were bypassed by the current Mount Barker Road in Bridgewater (which in turn were superseded by the South Eastern Freeway in the 1970s).
The trail then passes through the Arbury Park Outdoor School parklands, following Cox Creek in a tunnel under railway. The railway here originally crossed Cox Creek on a large bridge. The bridge was replaced by an embankment in the 1920s, and the original bridge buttresses and pillars were buried in to the embankment, and can still be seen today.
The Heysen Trail then follows the original water race, which fed water from Cox Creek into the water wheel at Bridgewater Mill. At the Mill, there is a Heysen Trail trailhead near the playground, which is the end of this hike. The Heysen Trail continues further 175km through the Adelaide Hills to Victor Harbor and Cape Jervis
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Mount Lofty-Gipfel
Mount Lofty Summit RoadScenic views over Adelaide.
The directions are written from Mount Lofty Summit to Bridgewater, but of course the walk could be walked in the opposite direction too.
Begin this hike at the carpark at the entrance to Mt Lofty Summit. Parking here is free, but limited. Walk east, and downhill, following the Heysen Trail
After 1km, the Heysen Trail reaches the bitumen road, Sprigg Road. Follow this road.
After 800m, Sprigg Road reaches a T-junction with Lambert Road. This is also where the Heysen Trail continues in two directions, so ensure you turn left towards Bridgwater, and not right to Mt Lofty Botanic Gardens.
Crossing Piccadilly Road follow the opposite road, Hanson Road, which shortly ends and becomes a walking track in a road reserve
After coming out of the road reserve, almost immediately climb the stile and enter the Scout’s Woodhouse Adventure Centre. Continue through the centre following the Heysen Trail markers
Leaving the Woodhouse Adventure Centre, cross Carey Gully Road and enter the Stirling Golf Course. Watch out for golf buggies
Follow the trail through the avenue of trees in to Mount George Conservation Park
In the park, continue along the Heysen Trail, crossing the Davenport Bridge
Pass by the junction of Timbercutters Track
Pass over the Tiersman Bridge. The bridge commemorates the tiersman of the Adelaide Hills, the first white settlers who mostly worked logging the area,
After the bridge there is a carpark and picnic area
The trail passes through a tunnel under the freeway
After the tunnel under the freeway, the trail follows the freeway for a short distance, before entering a carpark, where there is a Fairy Garden, in Deanery Reserve
The road here is Old Mount Barker Road, and it is the original road. Built in the 1840s as a bullock track, the Great Eastern Road wen through the hills to Melbourne. The bridge here is one of the few structures in South Australia that was build by convicts, as South Australia was settled by free settlers. In the 1850s the bridge and road here were bypassed by the current Mount Barker Road in Bridgewater (which in turn were superseded by the South Eastern Freeway in the 1970s).
The trail then passes through the Arbury Park Outdoor School parklands, following Cox Creek in a tunnel under railway. The railway here originally crossed Cox Creek on a large bridge. The bridge was replaced by an embankment in the 1920s, and the original bridge buttresses and pillars were buried in to the embankment, and can still be seen today.
The Heysen Trail then follows the original water race, which fed water from Cox Creek into the water wheel at Bridgewater Mill. At the Mill, there is a Heysen Trail trailhead near the playground, which is the end of this hike. The Heysen Trail continues further 175km through the Adelaide Hills to Victor Harbor and Cape Jervis
Beerenberg Farm
2106 Mount Barker RdPick fresh strawberries
Recreation
Relaxed and picturesque country golf course for a casual hit located directly across the road from The Lake House.
The Stirling Golf Club
35 Golflinks RoadRelaxed and picturesque country golf course for a casual hit located directly across the road from The Lake House.
Woodhouse Activity Centre
37 Spring Gully Road
Piccadilly South Australia 5151
Australia
Adventure awaits and fun for the whole family.
Amongst native bushland in picturesque Piccadilly, arguably the most charming part of the Adelaide Hills, Woodhouse specialises in creating exceptional, memorable experiences through our shared love of the outdoors, encouraging visitors and guests to re-live their childhood and immerse themselves into the whole old-school camp experience.
Each a drawcard in its own right, unlimited access to all is included in your Day adventure.
Crawl, climb, swing and splash around 30+ obstacles on Woody’s Challenge Hill (the O.G. Ninja Warrior course)
Weave through The Labyrinth split-level maze to find and answer the riddles (and get from one level to the next on the fun firefighter’s pole or slide)
Whizz down two fast and furious Tube Slides (think waterless waterslide) *weekends only and public holidays only*
Conquer Cameron's Climb (the ultimate bouldering challenge)
Master Disc Golf (it’s like regular golf, but with a Frisbee!)
Explore the beauty of the property on a photo or scavenger hunt or 1 of 8 orienteering courses (no compass required!)
Take the Wetlands Trail (and learn about our native flora and fauna) or venture further afield along the world famous Heysen Trail
OPEN TO GENERAL PUBLIC ON WEEKENDS, PUBLIC HOLIDAYS AND WEEKDAYS IN SA SCHOOL HOLIDAYS FROM 9AM-5PM.
Woodhouse Activity Centre
37 Spring Gully RoadWoodhouse Activity Centre
37 Spring Gully Road
Piccadilly South Australia 5151
Australia
Adventure awaits and fun for the whole family.
Amongst native bushland in picturesque Piccadilly, arguably the most charming part of the Adelaide Hills, Woodhouse specialises in creating exceptional, memorable experiences through our shared love of the outdoors, encouraging visitors and guests to re-live their childhood and immerse themselves into the whole old-school camp experience.
Each a drawcard in its own right, unlimited access to all is included in your Day adventure.
Crawl, climb, swing and splash around 30+ obstacles on Woody’s Challenge Hill (the O.G. Ninja Warrior course)
Weave through The Labyrinth split-level maze to find and answer the riddles (and get from one level to the next on the fun firefighter’s pole or slide)
Whizz down two fast and furious Tube Slides (think waterless waterslide) *weekends only and public holidays only*
Conquer Cameron's Climb (the ultimate bouldering challenge)
Master Disc Golf (it’s like regular golf, but with a Frisbee!)
Explore the beauty of the property on a photo or scavenger hunt or 1 of 8 orienteering courses (no compass required!)
Take the Wetlands Trail (and learn about our native flora and fauna) or venture further afield along the world famous Heysen Trail
OPEN TO GENERAL PUBLIC ON WEEKENDS, PUBLIC HOLIDAYS AND WEEKDAYS IN SA SCHOOL HOLIDAYS FROM 9AM-5PM.
Food scene
Great place to learn how to cook and enjoy the meal.
Sticky Rice Cooking School and Villa Accommodation
96 Old Mount Barker RoadGreat place to learn how to cook and enjoy the meal.
Great all year round haunt for the locals.
Great Pub Grub with French Flair.
Extensive wine and beer list
Open fires for cosy winter meal.
Outdoor Terrace for a balmy Summer evening drink
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The Crafers Hotel
8 Main StGreat all year round haunt for the locals.
Great Pub Grub with French Flair.
Extensive wine and beer list
Open fires for cosy winter meal.
Outdoor Terrace for a balmy Summer evening drink
Best breakfast in Adelaide hills. Lovely lunches also and great coffee
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FRED Eatery
220 Mount Barker RdBest breakfast in Adelaide hills. Lovely lunches also and great coffee
Great for lunch. Brilliant produce from fruit and veg, to freshly made baked goods.
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The Organic Market and Café
5 Druid AveGreat for lunch. Brilliant produce from fruit and veg, to freshly made baked goods.
Grab breakfast or lunch. Good coffee. Great packaged meals. Brilliant booze selection
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Stirling Cellars & Patisserie
5 Johnston StGrab breakfast or lunch. Good coffee. Great packaged meals. Brilliant booze selection
Fantastic country pub. Brilliant meals and atmosphere. Cosy in winter and great outdoor area in summer
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Stanley Bridge Tavern
41 Onkaparinga Valley RdFantastic country pub. Brilliant meals and atmosphere. Cosy in winter and great outdoor area in summer
Best bread in the Adelaide Hills and the cinnamon scrolls are to die for!
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Uraidla Republic Cafe & Bakery
1196 B26Best bread in the Adelaide Hills and the cinnamon scrolls are to die for!
Great lunch and coffee. Incredible chocolate selection.
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Red Cacao Chocolatier
41 Mount Barker RdGreat lunch and coffee. Incredible chocolate selection.
Stockpot Stirling
36 Mount Barker RoadFantastic for ready made meals and for delicious gourmet items
Pizza’s are delicious! Eat in or takeaway. If you like anchovies, make sure to try the pizza bread with Ortiz anchovies and a squeeze of lemon….so good!
Crafers Pizza Bar
5 Main StPizza’s are delicious! Eat in or takeaway. If you like anchovies, make sure to try the pizza bread with Ortiz anchovies and a squeeze of lemon….so good!
Brand new eatery opposite The Stanley Bridge Tavern in Verdun. Overlooking a creek with beautiful decor and a menu that will be sure to impress.
Fourth Hill Providore
34 Onkaparinga Valley RoadBrand new eatery opposite The Stanley Bridge Tavern in Verdun. Overlooking a creek with beautiful decor and a menu that will be sure to impress.
Only a 10’ish minute drive from The Lake House, this is a really fun hip pub with yummy interesting food (steak tartare on Smith’s crisps is a fave) and an amazing outlook over Adelaide city out to the ocean from the upstairs balcony. In summer you can sit under the trees along the hills side garden terraces. You would think you were in an Italian hillside village. Check it out.
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Scenic Hotel
Old Norton Summit RoadOnly a 10’ish minute drive from The Lake House, this is a really fun hip pub with yummy interesting food (steak tartare on Smith’s crisps is a fave) and an amazing outlook over Adelaide city out to the ocean from the upstairs balcony. In summer you can sit under the trees along the hills side garden terraces. You would think you were in an Italian hillside village. Check it out.
Contemporary Italian in Stirling. There is a great outdoor eating area for warmer days and cosy restaurant inside. All about sharing this place is a delight for something laid back but super delicious.
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Patch Kitchen & Garden
143 Mount Barker RdContemporary Italian in Stirling. There is a great outdoor eating area for warmer days and cosy restaurant inside. All about sharing this place is a delight for something laid back but super delicious.
Great cafe and deli in the heart of Hanhdorf owned and operated by an award winning chef. Perfect for breakfast, lunch (their sangas are near famous) or some morning or afternoon on tea with some great coffee. Also some great take home meals. Hahndorf is only a short 10-15 minute drive from The Lake House
Ernest Delicatessen
Great cafe and deli in the heart of Hanhdorf owned and operated by an award winning chef. Perfect for breakfast, lunch (their sangas are near famous) or some morning or afternoon on tea with some great coffee. Also some great take home meals. Hahndorf is only a short 10-15 minute drive from The Lake House
Spa
Mount Lofty House Adelaide Hills
1 Mawson DrEnjoy the spa or a meal with scenic views.
Winery
Shaw + Smith
136 Jones RdHoward Vineyard
53 Bald Hills RdDeviation Road Winery
207 Scott Creek RdSIMON TOLLEY PTY LTD
278 Bird in Hand RdAmbleside Distillers
1 Mount Barker RoadBeautiful food, a serene setting and nice wines to match
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Mt Lofty Ranges Vineyard
166 Harris RdBeautiful food, a serene setting and nice wines to match
Tucked away in a valley, surrounded by bush land, this winery offers wines from one of the most celebrated wine makers in Australia
Deviation Road
Deviation RoadTucked away in a valley, surrounded by bush land, this winery offers wines from one of the most celebrated wine makers in Australia
Some great wines to be had at Tapanappa and only a two minute drive or 10 minute walk from The Lake House in the beautiful Piccadilly Valley. Check out their events too as they often have outdoor movie nights and other fun events.
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Tapanappa Wines
15 Spring Gully RdSome great wines to be had at Tapanappa and only a two minute drive or 10 minute walk from The Lake House in the beautiful Piccadilly Valley. Check out their events too as they often have outdoor movie nights and other fun events.
Located just out of Ashton and in the Piccadilly Valley (only a 10 minute drive from The Lake House) this winery has some fabulous wines. Their Pinot is 👌
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Ashton Hills Vineyard
126 Tregarthen RdLocated just out of Ashton and in the Piccadilly Valley (only a 10 minute drive from The Lake House) this winery has some fabulous wines. Their Pinot is 👌