The Canberra district is famous for its rolling hills, exquisite wineries and picturesque views of fiery sunsets gleaming on the horizon.
Just a 40-minute drive from Canberra city lies the former gold mining town of Murrumbateman, featuring the backdrop of the Yass Plains that paints the village with unmatched beauty.
Among its many charms, the town of almost 4,000 people boasts more than 20 boutique wineries achieving national and international acclaim, one-of-a-kind restaurants, charming B&B’s and the Murrumbateman Country Inn found in the heart of wine country.
The pandemic has induced a flood of people relocating to country towns, and Murrumbateman has been seen as a favourable option with its easy access to Canberra and brand-new housing estates offering premium living without the price tag of a city apartment.
Lured by the rural lifestyle, a couple working in Canberra built their dream home in the Fairley Estate development a couple of years back and are now sad to see it put on the market.
“It’s such an exciting community to move to with so many projects on the go, like the new school and improved highway access,” the owner said.
“Best of all, some of the region’s best wineries and eateries are just a stone’s throw away, so there is plenty to do on the weekends.”
TripAdvisor’s top ranking Murrumbateman wineries include Clonakilla, Shaw Wines, and Four Winds Vineyard – renowned for their stylish interiors, impressive cellar doors and delicious woodfired pizzas.
The Hillgrove Pottery Studio and Gallery is a must-visit in the region with their collection of stunning handmade ceramic products, as well as the Yass and District Museum, Yass Railway Museum and Peter Minson Art Glass all nearby.
Whether you’re looking for a holiday destination or a brand-new start, there’s no better base to explore the Canberra region than this charming town, with European colonisation dating back to 1821 and thousands of years of Aboriginal history from the local Ngunawal people.
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