Attractions
A world of surprises, just minutes away
Explore the Swan Valley
Discover the Swan Valley. It's an easy 25-minute drive from Perth CBD and the coastline beaches, and both Domestic and International airports are within a 15-minute drive.
The valley is laced with vineyards and is home to over 150 places to eat and drink: wineries, microbreweries, distilleries, winery cafes and fine restaurants, plus roadside stalls of fresh local produce and a number of art and craft galleries.
For sweet lovers there are chocolate factories, ice creameries, nougat producers, nut purveyors and fresh honey straight from the bees at The House of Honey.
Attractions and Links close to Settlers Rest
All only a short drive from your doorstep at Settlers Rest. Click any name to visit their site.
Sandalford Winery
One of the Swan Valley's largest producers. Great restaurant, gift shop and winery tours.
Margaret River Chocolate Factory
The most-visited venue in the Swan Valley. The name says it all.
Yahava Koffee Works
Specialises in coffee tastings. A must for coffee lovers visiting the Swan Valley.
Caversham Wildlife Park
Showcases Australian wildlife. Feed kangaroos and koalas, plus a farm show and cow milking. Located within Whiteman Park.
Whiteman Park
A large family park with picnic facilities, café, bushwalking trails and tram rides. Home to the WA Motor Museum and Pia's Playground.
Swan Valley Cuddly Animal Farm
Particularly good for young children. Fun and engaging for the whole family.
Kellers Farm
Locally baked bread and sourdough, plus fresh fruit and vegetables.
House of Honey
Fresh honey straight from the bees, plus a small café.
Morish Nuts & Mondo Nougat
Not just nuts: a full range of nougat and sweet treats.
Kangaroo Safari at The Vines Resort
See kangaroos up close. Departs daily from 4.00pm and includes the safari plus 18 holes of mini golf.
Gilberts Fresh Markets, Midland
Freshness is everything at Gilberts: WA produce, bakery, butcher, and fresh fruit and vegetables.
Swan Valley Station
Café, gift shop, farm animals and a large children’s playground.
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Where to eat
The Swan Valley has plenty of spacious restaurants, breweries and cafes that cater to families, with dedicated children's play areas and specialised menus.
A short drive away, Bailey Brewing Co. and The Henley Brook have impressive grounds and well-designed play spaces. Pasta in the Valley runs mini chef classes, has an extensive children's menu, colouring activities and a shaded playground.
Swan Valley Station Cafe has a large playground, friendly farm animals, and a marron lake bordered by a free sculpture trail.
For a relaxed dining option, Mandoon Estate and Homestead Brewery are local favourites for casual meals overlooking vineyards, with an onsite playground.
For child-friendly cafes, look up Maison Saint Honore, Whistler's Chocolate Co. and Cafe, and Yahava Koffeeworks.
Year-round in the valley
Blessed with sunshine for much of the year. Summer is busy as the grapes mature and the winemaking begins. Autumn brings brisk mornings and mild afternoons. Winter is cooler with more rainfall, and spring is properly spectacular, with bright skies and the landscape in full colour.
Use us as your base
From Settlers Rest you can easily visit:
- Perth: Kings Park, Bell Tower, Perth Mint, Perth foreshore
- Fremantle: famous for its fish & chips
- Hillarys Boat Harbour: Aquarium of WA
- Cottesloe Beach: 1.5km of white sand, crystal clear waters, famous for family swimming
- Rottnest Island: ferry from Fremantle or Hillarys
- Mandurah: dolphin cruises
- Yanchep National Park: wildlife, caves, koala enclosure
- The Pinnacles: home of The Pinnacles Desert Trail Drive
- New Norcia: Australia’s oldest monastic town established 1847
The Swan Valley Visitors Centre in Guildford is only 10 minutes from Settlers Rest, open seven days a week.