Japanese Spa Retreat
City/town information
Mount Helena
Food scene
Local places to eat out and shop for produce
Parkerville Tavern
6 Owen RdGreat meals.
Happy hour 5-6 pm weekdays
Mount Helena Tavern
900 Keane St WThe local pub
White's Mill and Grind
15b McVicar PlaceGreat coffee, 1.5 km from the retreat
The Mundaring Hotel
Jacoby StreetGreat meals with a large beer garden
The Ming Restaurant
7545 Great Eastern HwyA good local option for Chinese food
Hills Fresh
7110 Great Eastern HwyFresh produce. Open 7am to 7pm every day
Great winery in the Swan Valley. 20 minute drive from the retreat
41 locals recommend
Sandalford Wines
3210 W Swan RdGreat winery in the Swan Valley. 20 minute drive from the retreat
Fantastic bakery for cakes, pies and fresh rolls. Highly recommend their hedgehog slice.
Gidgegannup Bakery
2125 Toodyay RdFantastic bakery for cakes, pies and fresh rolls. Highly recommend their hedgehog slice.
Sightseeing
Mundaring Weir
Railway Reserve Heritage trail
Walking or mountain biking trail
John Forrest National Park
Park RoadBush walking
Lake Leschenaultia
Walking trails and swimming in the lake
Sculpture Park
Jacoby StreetNature play for the kids
Mt Helena Skate Park
Coyne StreetSkate Park for the kids
Mundaring Sunday Markets
13 Nichol StSunday Markets
Avon Valley National Park
Unamed RoadHiking, bushwalking and wildflowers in spring
Mundaring Power Lines Track
Popular 4WD trail
Traveler advice
What to pack
Bring an extra jumper in winter/spring
It can be very cold in the hills!