ONE FINE DAY

Getting to know the Margaret River town of Cowaramup,WA

9am: A yummy breakfast Start your day at the BLACK SHEEP DELI (1), on the main street, with corned beef hash served with poached eggs and spinach, a coffee or Red Sheep juice (beetroot, berries, ginger and red apple). 10am: Cycle the old rail line

Hire a bike from the Golden Jersey service station. A short cycle via Pioneer Park, home to the Cow on the Stick (2), leads to a bush track that used to house the old railway line, the WADANDI TRACK. Formerly known as the ‘Rails to Trails’, it winds through some of the most beautiful bush (3), farmland and vineyards in the Margaret River region. 12pm: Lunch at the brewery

Head five minutes out of town to COWARAMUP BREWING COMPANY (4) to experience a tour of our brewery and learn about the brewing process.The tour starts with a wander through the hop garden followed by a private tour of the brewhouse. After, enjoy a tasting of each of the six beers brewed onsite matched with a delicious menu. 2pm: Take in the historic town

Start at the SETTLERS RIDGE ORGANIC WINES (5) cellar door on the main street before checking out THE CLARITY TRIBE ’s organic wellness products. Continue to SAHARAN DAZE, a Moroccan concept store, before checking out MOON HAVEN ’s soaps and lotions.Walk next door to the CANDY COW sweet shop (6)– a must, especially if you have kids in tow – then visit MUKAU GIFTWARE & GALLERY (7) for unique gifts and art. 3pm: A dip in the ocean

A visit to Cowaramup isn’t complete without a trip out to COWARAMUP BAY (GRACETOWN) (8). Famous for its world-class surf breaks, there’s also an easily accessible swimming beach suitable for families with small children. 4:30pm: Treat yourself

Head back into town for some well-deserved pampering at COWARA WELLBEING CENTRE. 6:30pm: Dinner time

Choose between the COWTOWN CLASSIC CAFE or the recently opened BAKEHOUSE ’38 (9) for dinner; both restaurants offer delicious menus. Bedtime: Rest your head Stay at THE NOBLE GRAPE, a cosy boutique guesthouse far enough from its famous neighbour, Margaret River to ensure a quiet and relaxing haven away from the busy tourist centre.