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Places to Stay in Barrington Australia |
 | Discover, Explore, Indulge and ReplenishHookes Creek Forest Retreat has 10 private cedar cottages all with king size spa baths and open log fires.There is one self contained cottage that can sleep up to 10 people.If you only came to Hookes Creek for the food it would be worth the visit, fresh country produce and a superb chef ensure every meal is an experince in itself.At Hookes Creek we have a team of well schooled horses, 4WD Eco Tours, 30km of bushwalking and an abundance... |
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 | The comfortable, traditional, 3 bedroom farmhouse cottage is located in the picturesque Barrington River Valley and just 150m from the Barrington River. This river is well know for it's canoeing, swimming, fishing and tubeing activities, as well as a great location for bird & fauna watching - seeking the shy and elusive platypus is very popular.“Mansfield” is just 100m above sea level, the contrasts of the seasons are tremendous, from a summer high average of 24.5c (maximums of... |
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 | Barrington Village Retreat offers a fine style of living with luxury accommodation in a beautiful country setting, with views from the bedroom terrace and living area looking over the Bucketts ranges and the rolling green valleys below. The bedrooms have ensuites and are very tastefully decorated with white linen and lace. There is plenty of space to lounge around on the comfortable couches sipping sherry and enjoying the complementary treats. The lounge area and kitchen is... |
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Things to do in Barrington |
Wondering what to do in Barrington ? Here is some information on tourist attractions to help make you enjoy your stay in Barrington more enjoyable.
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| Pubs/Bars |
Like to relax at a pub with a good meal and a pint or two? Rick Perram of Mansfield Barrington Country Holiday Experience, a Barrington Cottage, suggested The Roundabout Inn and Avon Valley Inn.
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| Eateries/Wineries |
While on holiday, why not indulge in some of the local restaurants and wineries serving delicious food and wine. Rick Perram suggested The Roundabout Inn Gloucester, Cafe 57, Thunderbolts Cafe & Takeaway, United Chinese Restaurant, Gloucester Pizza and Seafood, Gloucester's Chinese Restaurant, The Fairway Restaurant & Bistro, Bucketts Way Motel & Restaurant, Avon Valley Inn - The Broad Axe, Perenti Catering, Blakeys Chicken & Takeaway, Barrington General Store & Coffee Shop and Barrington on Argyle. Lyn Phillips of Barrington Village Retreat, a Barrington Cottage, suggested Goldies Cafe and art Gallery.
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| Specialty Shops |
Barrington has some specialty shops which are worth visiting. Rick Perram suggested Gloucester Visitors Information.
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| Festivals/Events |
The locals hold some festivals in Barrington which are fun for the whole family. Rick Perram suggested Blackmores Mountain Man Tri-challenge and Shakespeare on Avon Festival.
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| Sports/Adventure |
For those of you into sports and adventure, there are some great things to do. Rick Perram suggested Golf - Gloucester Country Club, Whitewater Canoeing - Canoe Barrington, Tandem Skydiving - Skydive Adventure Club and Horseriding - Camp Cobark Horseriding. Lyn Phillips suggested mountain bike riding, annual triathlon and Horse Riding - Hookes Creek Forest Retreat.
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| Trails/Wildlife/Nature |
Nature lovers and lovers of walks through the area's flora and fauna, there are some places to see. Rick Perram suggested Barrington Tops National Park, Explore - Barrington Tops World Heritage Wilderness, Gloucester Tops Waterfalls and Woko National Park.
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| Main Tourist Attractions |
There are some main tourist attractions in Barrington that you should not miss. Rick Perram suggested Mountain Maid Goldmine, Tandem Skydiving - Skydive Adventure Club, Camp Cobark Horseriding, Trudgalong Farm Tours, Golf - Gloucester Country Club, Whitewater Canoeing - Canoe Barrington and Barrington Tops World Heritage Wilderness. Lyn Phillips suggested beautiful sceenery, farm experiences, Goat cheese making, bucketts scenic walk and Alderly winery.
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| Historical Sites |
If you are interested in history, Barrington has some great historical sites. Rick Perram suggested Historical Stroud - 15mins South of Gloucester and Gloucester Historical Society & Musuem.
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