Accommodation - Fawkes Cottage

Relax in a thoughtfully appointed self contained cottage, comprising a luxurious bedroom, lounge and ensuite. Quality furnishings, polished jarrah floors and traditional décor ensure the perfect setting for your break away from it all.

For your comfort there is air conditioning, heating, a TV, DVD, CD player, books and magazines. Superb bed linen, towels and bathrobes invite you to relax. Fresh flowers add to the gracious ambience, as you are greeted with a refreshing beverage and a generous local deli platter. Tea and coffee making facilities, homemade biscuits and complimentary port complete the indulgence.

Accommodation- The Coach House

Retreat to the secluded and fully restored coach house, comprising large bedroom/sitting room and extra spacious, deluxe bathroom including deep 2 person spa. Quality furnishings and gentle décor create a relaxing cottage with own private courtyard.

For your comfort there is air conditioning, heating, a TV, VCR, CD player, books and magazines. Superb bed linen, towels and bathrobes invite you to relax. Fresh flowers add to the gracious ambience, as you are greeted with a refreshing beverage and a generous fruit platter. Tea and coffee making facilities, homemade cookies and complimentary port complete the indulgence.

Breakfast

Gourmet breakfasts can be served in the formal dining room of the main house, in your cottage, or within the gardens. Local produce, free range eggs, fruit and vegetables from the garden, and attention to detail ensure a delightful start to the day. Menus change by the season, and special dietary requirements can be catered for.

The Garden

Explore the 1.6 acres of stunning heritage garden. Wander through the meandering paths of the sun-dappled spinney, surrounded by camellias, rare hellebores, narcissi and primroses. Relax within the walled, formal, heritage rose gardens with views over adjoining vineyards, or discover the extensive native gardens.

Croquet and boules can be enjoyed on the lawn, originally the tennis court c.1920. Take tea or a cooling beverage on the wide, sheltered verandahs of the main house, or relax with a good book beneath rare, flowering trees.

The gardens attract many species of birds throughout the seasons, and display a profusion of Spring flowering bulbs and Autumn colour.

History

The Fawkes family were early settlers in the Carmel Valley and completed their substantial, brick and tile homestead c.1919. The house is a perfect example of the Federation style with characteristic tall chimneys, Marseilles tiles and a traditional verandah with gables and turned timber work. Within, original ceiling roses and cornices, polished jarrah floors and decoration true to the period complete the picture.

We are located in the Carmel Valley opposite Cosham Wines and MyattsField.

Fawkes House is 25 minutes from Perth CBD, 20 minutes from Perth International and Domestic Airports.

Kalamunda is 10 minutes away, as is the Biblimum Track.

We are on the Bickley and Carmel Wine Trail.

$150 per night, Sun - Thurs

Includes accommodation for 2 people,
a full breakfast from our menu,
a welcome platter and drink,
homemade biscuits and port

$170 per night, Fri - Sat

includes accommodation for 2 people,
a full breakfast from our menu,
a welcome platter and drink,
homemade biscuits and port

Specials

Book a 2 night stay ( Fri & Sat ) and enjoy a
complimentary bottle of local award winning wine.

Book 5 nights ( Sun- Thurs) and only pay for 3 nights.

Harvest Festival 2006 presents
The Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra

Burhan Guner – Conductor Norbert Gabriels – Leader
3.00 pm ~ Sunday 2 April 2006
Followed by
Champagne and Sushi at 5.15 pm
VENUE: Kalamunda Performing Arts Centre

Canning Rd, Kalamunda

Tickets: Concert only$15.00, Concession $12.50, Family (2+2) $50.00 and Group bookings of 10+ tickets $12.50 per ticket. Champagne and Sushi $10 per head. Tickets can be pre-booked by telephoning Deborah Penny on 9293 5601.

BICKLEY & CARMEL VALLEYS

HARVEST FESTIVAL 

SAT 6 MAY & SUN 7MAY  

Join us for the 9th annual Harvest Festival in the

 picturesque Perth Hills

A mere 30 minutes from central Perth

·Taste award winning wines and talk to the wine makers at Ashley Estate, Brookside, Cosham, Fairbrossen Hainault and Piesse Brook.

·Be the first to check out Myatts Field, a new award winning boutique winery and cellar door in Carmel

Indulge in delicious lunches including platters, curries, homemade pasties, morning and afternoon teas, handmade chocolates and ice-cream, or picnic by the dam in Carmel

Take home fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers straight from the local growers and orchards

Admire the profusion of local arts and crafts, and find that special gift

Wander through beautiful, secluded gardens, and purchase locally grown roses and plants

Step back in time at Levi Wallace Historic Homestead

Re live the 1920s at Fawkes House, lunches, teas served, 1920s style, authentic costumes, music and gracious service

Explore the amazing Kalamunda Markets, Saturday only, and look out for our Town Crier!

Entertain the children with  camel and pony rides, farmyard animals, face painting and scarecrow making.

Sunday is our “Family Day”

Private bus charter available from Hills Heritage Tours

The Carmel and Bickley Valleys are resplendent in their glorious autumnal colours, a veritable palette of colour for you to savour with that special glass of wine, wonderful food and warm country hospitality.

Why not stay a night or two at one of our lovely Bed & Breakfasts?

Shuttle bus available: “Harvest Hopper” from the Kalamunda Hotel every 30 minutes on Saturday, every 20 minutes on Sunday.

Hop on and off all day as you explore the many and varied venues.

 Festival Maps available from participating venues, plus Kalamunda Hotel, Paris Brest and Collodels Ice Cream in Kalamunda, and the Kalamunda & District Tourism Association stall at the Kalamunda Market.

Maps and further information  also available from our web site

www.bickleycarmeltourism.jkwh.com or phone 9293 5549 or 0427 848 121 for more information

 Stepping back in time at Fawkes House............

Discover the tranquil surroundings and stunning beauty of this Heritage listed Historic Federation House and Gardens, circa 1919. Fawkes House will be celebrating its history with a 1920s weekend. Savour the delights of homemade lunches and teas, featuring produce from the garden. Served on the extensive veranda of the main house with crisp linen, fine china and 1920s music, you will be transported back in time. Waitresses in authentic 1920s uniforms will complete the picture. Join a tour of the extensive gardens, (on the hour) and listen to the history of the historic homestead. A selection of native plants, gardening books and homemade preserves will be available for purchase.

Why not take advantage of one of our, “Special Harvest Festival Bed and Breakfast Packages,” available for the month of May?