This page is intended for confirmed guests but please feel free to go ahead and read. You will find information that may be useful in making a decision to come stay at Secret Valley.
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Welcome to Secret Valley Escape, and thank you for staying with us!
We hope that you have a wonderful experience, and to help you with that, here are some handy information. You can find directions on how to get to Secret Valley here.
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Here is a collection of the information to know before your stay. Please read through carefully so that you have an idea of how you might need to prepare. Call or send us an email if you have any further questions.
​When you are ready, please fill out and submit the Guest Form.
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WONDERS OF THE REGION
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RESTAURANTS & LOCAL SHOPPING
There are some excellent restaurants nearby. If you do choose to eat out, we strongly recommend making a reservation well in advance to secure a table.
Below are some of our recommendations for dinner options at local restaurants. Offers from these establishments might change from time to time, so please check current status with them on booking.
For guests planning to eat out on Monday and Tuesday at the mountains, please make prior enquiries as lots of restaurants will be closed on those days. The Caltex at Mt Victoria has a restaurant section opened daily.
In Little Hartley (~13 min)
- A delicious choice for lunch or dinner, the closest restaurant to us is Ambermere Rose Inn. Please note they are only open for dinner on Saturday.
As they have a wonderful reputation, they do normally get booked out for meal times so we recommend calling to reserve in advance at this number: (02) (6355 2266)
- Also in Little Hartley is Alchemy: Wood-Fired Pizza Cafe (02) 6355 2056 - the best pizza you can get for miles and some of the best sunset views on this side of the mountains. Open Wed 4-8 pm, Thu to Sun 9.30 to 8 pm (reservations recommended as they can get quite busy)
In Mt Victoria (~19 min)
Whether on your way into the mountains for the day, or on your way to Sydney, Petalura Eatery at Mt Victoria is a yummy way to start the day, offering a great breakfast menu with freshly squeezed juice. (02) 4787 1220
In Blackheath (~25 min)
- A restaurant that has been getting rave reviews from our guests recently is Fumo in Blackheath.
They are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Friday through Sunday.
We recommend phoning in advance to reserve a spot.: (02) 4787 6899
- Blue Jax Restaurant at the George Boutique Hotel (02) 4787 6111 – Under new management since it use to be known as ‘St Mounts Trattoria’, this spot is known for generous portions of Italian food in a truly charming atmosphere.
In Katoomba (~35 min)
Basil Nut Café & Restaurant is located in the heart of Katoomba, and they have a diverse menu of Asian cuisine with a modern twist. They are open for lunch and dinner and closed on Tuesdays. (02) 4782 1294
In Leura (~38 min)
- Silks Brasserie at Leura (02) 4784 2534 - Modern Australian menu - beautiful food and setting - Silks is a well-known establishment in the Blue Mountains dining scene, and for good reason.
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OFF-SITE ACTIVITIES
Nearby places of interest within the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area include the Three Sisters, Wentworth Falls and Lakes, or taking any of the numerous bush walking trails including the Six-Foot track that passes by Cox's River. Visit Hartley Historical Site where the original settlements in the area began. Jenolan Caves conducts fascinating cave tours, and concerts in the Cathedral Chamber of the Lucas Caves, usually on Saturdays. During Autumn (April to May) you can go mushroom picking in the pine forests in Oberon (particularly good after rain) and there are many gardens in Leura and Mt Wilson that open to the public in spring and autumn.
There is a beautiful and easy to play golf course in Blackheath. For those delighting in more adventurous activities, horse riding is available at Blackheath in Megalong Valley, outdoor rock climbing, canyoning and abseiling can be arranged by operators in the Blue Mountains.
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THE BLUE MOUNTAINS WORLD HERITAGE AREA
Nearby places of interest within the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area include the Three Sisters, Wentworth Falls and Lakes, or taking any of the numerous bush walking trails including the Six-Foot track that passes by Cox's River. Visit Hartley Historical Site where the original settlements in the area began. Jenolan Caves conducts fascinating cave tours, and concerts in the Cathedral Chamber of the Lucas Caves, usually on Saturdays. During Autumn (April to May) you can go mushroom picking in the pine forests in Oberon (particularly good after rain) and there are many gardens in Leura and Mt Wilson that open to the public in spring and autumn.
There is a beautiful and easy to play golf course in Blackheath. For those delighting in more adventurous activities, horse riding is available at Blackheath in Megalong Valley, outdoor rock climbing, canyoning and abseiling can be arranged by operators in the Blue Mountains.
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LOOKOUTS AND BUSHWALKS
Nearby places of interest within the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area include the Three Sisters, Wentworth Falls and Lakes, or taking any of the numerous bush walking trails including the Six-Foot track that passes by Cox's River. Visit Hartley Historical Site where the original settlements in the area began. Jenolan Caves conducts fascinating cave tours, and concerts in the Cathedral Chamber of the Lucas Caves, usually on Saturdays. During Autumn (April to May) you can go mushroom picking in the pine forests in Oberon (particularly good after rain) and there are many gardens in Leura and Mt Wilson that open to the public in spring and autumn.
There is a beautiful and easy to play golf course in Blackheath. For those delighting in more adventurous activities, horse riding is available at Blackheath in Megalong Valley, outdoor rock climbing, canyoning and abseiling can be arranged by operators in the Blue Mountains.
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JENOLAN CAVES
Nearby places of interest within the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area include the Three Sisters, Wentworth Falls and Lakes, or taking any of the numerous bush walking trails including the Six-Foot track that passes by Cox's River. Visit Hartley Historical Site where the original settlements in the area began. Jenolan Caves conducts fascinating cave tours, and concerts in the Cathedral Chamber of the Lucas Caves, usually on Saturdays. During Autumn (April to May) you can go mushroom picking in the pine forests in Oberon (particularly good after rain) and there are many gardens in Leura and Mt Wilson that open to the public in spring and autumn.
There is a beautiful and easy to play golf course in Blackheath. For those delighting in more adventurous activities, horse riding is available at Blackheath in Megalong Valley, outdoor rock climbing, canyoning and abseiling can be arranged by operators in the Blue Mountains.
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GARDENS OF STONE
Nearby places of interest within the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area include the Three Sisters, Wentworth Falls and Lakes, or taking any of the numerous bush walking trails including the Six-Foot track that passes by Cox's River. Visit Hartley Historical Site where the original settlements in the area began. Jenolan Caves conducts fascinating cave tours, and concerts in the Cathedral Chamber of the Lucas Caves, usually on Saturdays. During Autumn (April to May) you can go mushroom picking in the pine forests in Oberon (particularly good after rain) and there are many gardens in Leura and Mt Wilson that open to the public in spring and autumn.
There is a beautiful and easy to play golf course in Blackheath. For those delighting in more adventurous activities, horse riding is available at Blackheath in Megalong Valley, outdoor rock climbing, canyoning and abseiling can be arranged by operators in the Blue Mountains.
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LAKES, RIVERS, CREEKS AND POOLS
Nearby places of interest within the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area include the Three Sisters, Wentworth Falls and Lakes, or taking any of the numerous bush walking trails including the Six-Foot track that passes by Cox's River. Visit Hartley Historical Site where the original settlements in the area began. Jenolan Caves conducts fascinating cave tours, and concerts in the Cathedral Chamber of the Lucas Caves, usually on Saturdays. During Autumn (April to May) you can go mushroom picking in the pine forests in Oberon (particularly good after rain) and there are many gardens in Leura and Mt Wilson that open to the public in spring and autumn.
There is a beautiful and easy to play golf course in Blackheath. For those delighting in more adventurous activities, horse riding is available at Blackheath in Megalong Valley, outdoor rock climbing, canyoning and abseiling can be arranged by operators in the Blue Mountains.
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Please feel free to contact us if you require any other information or assistance. We look forward to sharing our secret valley with you soon, and trust that you will have a beautiful and memorable stay.