From the north, the road to Cradle passes through the island’s most fertile farming areas. The croplands of the North West Coast produce splendid vegetables, including Tasmania’s renowned varieties of potatoes, which flourish in the rich, red volcanic soil.

Dairy herds of Friesians and Jerseys graze lush dairy pastures – local cheesemakers craft the milk into full-flavoured cheeses. Sinfully-rich double cream – too thick to pour – is a regional specialty.

Not far from Cradle Mountain, in the foothills of the Great Western Tiers, boutique vineyards grow grapes that make some of the island’s best sparkling wines.

At Cradle Mountain Chateau you’ll savour all these local food and wine delights in our three bistros and restaurants. Quolls Casual Dining is perfect for breakfast, lunch, coffee and light meals, seven days a week. The elegant Brushtails Bar is the ideal place for a pre-dinner drink or nightcap – and you’ll dine in style at The Grey Gum, our signature à la carte restaurant.