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The Shoalhaven region is home to several boutique wineries that offer exquisite wine-tasting experiences. Leave the car and arrange a tour, or choose one and enjoy fine dining or tasting platters to complement your choice of wines: Here are some of our recommendations for the best wineries to visit in the Shoalhaven.

• Silos Estate : Just five minutes drive away from The Haven, situated in Meroo Meadow, Silos Estate offers some award winning wines, sparkling Shiraz, desert wines, tasting cheese and charcuterie plates and dining at weekends. The restaurant is built around two original grain silos with stunning views over the valley to the ridge. Also available for event hire.

  

• Coolangatta Estate: Set on the foothills of Mount Coolangatta, this historic est

  

  ate, and the Berry family’s original home, offers award-winning wines and a rich history dating back to the 1800s.

• Two Figs Winery: Perched atop a hill with panoramic views of the Shoalhaven River, this winery provides a serene setting to enjoy handcrafted wines.

  

• Mountain Ridge Wines: Located near Shoalhaven Heads, this winery offers a delightful combination of wine tasting and delicious modern Australian meals with stunning coastal views.

  

• Crooked River Wines: This family run estate near Gerringong is one of the largest in the district. Tastings daily and a select menu for lunch and dinner in the restaurant by Chef Dane Tobias plus occasional degustation event. Check for live music events too. Dog friendly outdoors and great views.

  

  Arrange a Winery Tour with Wine Knot Tours, Luxe SouthCoast, Kenny Escapes or Noble Tours or ask us if Kym is available to drive you there and pick up later.      https://www.shoalhaven.com/blog/winery-tours

Berry’s culinary scene is vibrant and varied. Here are five must-visit eateries:

• The Garden Berry:  103 Queen St .Offers a farm-to-table experience with a menu highlighting fresh, local produce. Outdoor seating in their lovely garden wonderful for  brekkie or Summer lunches. Dog friendly outside. Vegan and Vegetarian options available.

  

  

• South on Albany: 3/65 Queen st/ Cnr Albany St . Your hosts John and Sonia craft a set fortnightly changing menu that highlights the best of the South Coast & NSW with a contemporary, relaxed and honest vibe.
• Il Locale:114 Queen St .Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner with an innovative and changing menu of modern Australian food and a well stocked bar. Dinner Thursday to Saturday, breakfast and lunch Wednesday to Sunday.

  

• Indika:  89 Queen St .Authentic Modern Indian cuisine, with emphasis on fresh flavours and herbs.                                                                 T

• Tres Bambini: 70 Albert st. Classic Italian Food in the heart of Berry. Plenty of room for groups of friends and family and a great menu of classics and modern Italian dishes.

  

  A little further afield, something else to try 

• Farmgate – Just over the Shoalhaven River and near the Entertainment Centre at 53 Graham St, Nowra – this paddock to plate restaurant serves the best of local produce with a skilful and inventive menu from Chef Gerard Poelzl. Excellent Sunday Roasts too !

  

• Blak Cede Gunyah
  39A Kinghorne St Nowra – Inspirational indigenous flavours on the menu for breakfast or lunch until 3 using the best of native ingredients. Delicious, nutritious and beautifully presented.
  

  

Nestled in the heart of the Shoalhaven region, Berry, NSW, is a charming village that offers visitors a delightful blend of history, culinary delights, and natural beauty. Whether you’re seeking family-friendly activities, gourmet experiences, or serene landscapes, Berry and its surrounding areas have something special for everyone. If you are staying at The Haven, Berry is only 5 minutes drive away, so you get the best of both worlds with the restful space of our rural retreat and plenty to do on your days out.

 Things to Do in Berry: A Blend of Tradition and Fun

• • Explore the New Rotary Nature Play Park at Boongaree: This inclusive playground is designed for all ages and abilities, featuring nature and sensory play opportunities, a skate park, bike trail, a flying fox, bridges, tunnels, a cubby house, sand and water play areas, climbing nets, slides, accessible equipment, amenities, and even an exercise zone for adults. There’s also a dog friendly area if you’ve brought your furry friend with you.
  • Stroll Through Historic Streets: Berry’s main street is lined with heritage buildings that tell the story of its rich past. A visit to the Berry Museum offers deeper insights into the township’s history. A Berry historic walk booklet can be found in our reception area if you want to find out more. Don’t forget the original Courthouse and some of the older grand mansions just two streets back from the main high street.

    

  • Shop at Boutique Stores: From unique homewares to fashionable boutiques, Berry’s shopping scene is both diverse and delightful. We also now have two “Collective” shopping spaces featuring local artists and small companies products – at the Co-lab space on upper Queen Street and the Collective Beat on the corner of IGA carpark and North Street.

Contact us for more information.

Like you and most of the world, we’re making our best efforts to adjust to a rapidly evolving situation.   As our Villas are isolated from other accomodations and fully self-contained there is no need to be near other guests during your stay with us.  Both Kym and I live alone in the Managers House and only have animals to look after (no kids) and apart from infrequent visits to Berry or Nowra for supplies we are fairly isolated and taking all steps we can to adhere to the Government social distancing measures.

The following can help prevent the spread of coronaviruses and protect yourself and your other members of your family from becoming infected:

• wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds;
• avoid touching eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands; and
• avoid close contact with people who are sick and do not travel if you have any members of your family that are not well or running a temperature.

Your Safety & Wellbeing

As we navigate this unprecedented crisis, rest assured that our first priority remains keeping our guests and communities safe.   In response to the Coronavirus outbreak, we have implemented even more rigorous cleaning and disinfection measures according to official World Health Organization (WHO) and local guidelines and are closely monitoring the advice of medical and government authorities.

All common areas and every part of the villa are regularly cleaned to ensure the highest cleanliness and sanitary conditions and all linen is professionally laundered before each stay.  There is ample soap in all bathrooms to ensure you can regularly clean your hands and we can assist in providing additional supplies should you require them during your stay.

Of course, we recommend all travellers review guidance from the WHO and follow any travel advice issued by their home states or countries prior to travel.