| | | | Places to Stay in Basket Range Australia |  | These two beautiful, romantic properties boast stunning views, open fires, double spa baths and total privacy. They are fully equipped with everything needed to ensure an indulgent and memorable stay. Generous provisions for cooked breakfasts are included in the tariff, as well toiletries, scented bubble bath and many surprising and thoughtful extras. 20 mins from Adelaide, 45 mins from the airport, 15 mins to Adelaide Hills wineries and all major tourist attractions, 30-45 mins to... |
| | Things to do in Basket Range | Wondering what to do in Basket Range ? Here is some information on tourist attractions to help make you enjoy your stay in Basket Range more enjoyable.
| | Pubs/Bars | Like to relax at a pub with a good meal and a pint or two? We suggest The Adelaide Hills area abounds with charming pubs serving excellent meals with plenty of atmosphere, and these are all within a short drive of Basket Range..
| | Festivals/Events | The locals hold some festivals in Basket Range which are fun for the whole family. We suggest Annual events and festivals in the area include the Birdwood Classic Car Rally, delaide Hills Harvest Festival (food and wine), Heysen Festival (arts), the Jacobs Creek Tour Down Under (cycling), the and Oakbank Easter Horse-racing Carnival and the Lobethal Christmas Lights..
| | Sports/Adventure | There are some great sports and adventure activities to participate in. We suggest with native vegetation and the rolling hills dotted with pine tree plantations, orchards and vines. Comprised of large horticultural, agricultural and viticultural land holdings, the housing is, sparse and the roads uncongested, making the area a dream for travellers., Horse riding, golfing, rock climbing, bush-walking, bird-watching., Follow the meandering creeks in the area and explore the native bushland. and Hugging the picturesque Piccadilly Valley, Basket Range lies in the central Adelaide Hills in the steeper region of the Mt Lofty Ranges to the east of the city of Adelaide. The deep gullies are lush.
| | Specialty Shops | Basket Range has some specialty shops which are worth visiting. We suggest Although there is no real township at Basket Range, ample shopping, restaurants and pubs, wineries, etc, lie within a 5-10 minute drive, with charming hills townships of Stirling, Aldgate and, Bridgewater., Art galleries, country markets, antique shops and nurseries., There are also many beautiful gardens which are part of the Open Garden Scheme. and Bridgewater with interesting shopping within 30 minutes..
| | Main Tourist Attractions | There are some main tourist attractions in Basket Range that you should not miss. We suggest drive., Cleland Wildlife Park, Warrawong Earth Sanctuary, Mt Lofty Summit, the National Motor Museum, and historic Hahndorf are within a 15-20 minute drive., drive. The Barossa Valley is an hour's drive, the Fleurieu Peninsula just over an hour away, and the ferry to Kangaroo Island less than a 2 hour drive. and Basket Range is a 20 minute drive from the Adelaide CBD via Greenhill Road or Magill-Lobethal Road. The South Eastern Freeway is 15minutes away and the Adelaide International Airport a 45 minute.
| | Trails/Wildlife/Nature | If you like nature and want to see the wildlife, there are some places to go. We suggest and sunny days and Autumn provides a colourful palette of golds, russets and bright reds., A truly magical place, Basket Range has been called the "Brigadoon" of South Australia - only existing for those few who live there and for the adventurous traveller fortunate enough to discover its, special joys., The Heysen Trail and the Yurrebilla Trail skirt the area. Abundant native birdlife including parrots, galahs, cockatoos, kookaburras, wrens, finches, magpies and honey-eaters. Koalas and kangaroos., The seasons are well-defined. Average annual rainfall is more than 100 cms and winters are cold with dramatic swirling mists, lightning forking the ranges and rare light snowfalls. Summer is a and welcome 2-3 degrees cooler than the city, whilst Spring is a riot of coour and blossoms with crisp mornings.
| | Eateries/Wineries | Good food and good wine are part of life's necessities, therefore don't leave without trying some (or all!) of these places. We suggest In the heart of the Adelaide Hills Wine region with many wineries, cellar doors and award-winning restaurants nearby. and There are two local hotel restaurants within a 5-7 minute drive, both offering very good meals in cosy dining rooms with open fires..
| | Historical Sites | Basket Range has some fascinating historical sites. We suggest The historic old Bridgewater Mill's giant waterwheel (known as "the Old Rumbler") still turns and the restaurant now operated in the building is arguably one of the best in Australia., Mount Lofty House, built between 1852and 1858 boasts a grand boutique hotel and restaurant overlooking the beautiful Piccadilly Valley at the edge of Basket Range., Famous South Australian artist Sir Hans Heysen's historic home and studio, "The Cedars" is 15 minutes away and the Marble Hill Ruins of the summer residence of South Australian governors 5 minutes., Settled by German immigrants i the 1840s, Handorf is Australia's oldest surviving German settlement - just 15 minutes from Basket Range. and At nearby Birdwood, the National Motor Museum houses an extensive collection of vintage cars..
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| Burdett's Country Retreats | BASKET RANGE |   | | Located just 20 minutes from Adelaide in the heart of the beautiful Mt Lofty Ranges, are two separate, private and self-contained cottages accommodating up to 4 people. | | |
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