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Goaty Hill Wines is located in the picturesque West Tamar region north of Launceston, Tasmania. As the vineyard has now reached its full potential, partners in Goaty Hill Wines decided to launch a wine label that encapsulated their passion for quality and enjoyment of fine Tasmanian wine. In considering a name for their label, partners turned to their vineyard for inspiration. A notable landmark on the property includes a steep and rocky hill that offers panoramic views of the region. A journey to the top is well worth the effort. This hill is locally known as Goaty Hill. Goaty Hill Wines includes on their label the term 'Educated Enjoyment.' Partners in Goaty Hill Wines include six friends from two families who together were determined to build something for the future while having fun. Goaty Hill Wines invites you to also enjoy the journey of learning about, sharing in and enjoying fine Tasmanian wine. Light lunches are available daily - vineyard platters, cheese plates and tea and coffee. Vineyard tours are available, please call to book prior to arrival.

Native Point Wines is a boutique vineyard in the Tamar Valley, 20 minutes North of Launceston. Native Point vineyard at Windermere was established in 1999 by Sheena and Tim High on the Swan Bay peninsula, the original site where Dr Gaunt first planted grapes in the 1840's. The five hectare vineyard now produces Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and a sparkling Rose. You can visit the vineyard and enjoy the spectacular views across the Tamar Valley. The owners take great pleasure in showing visitors through the vineyard, and explaining the various stages of wine growing. Bring a picnic to enjoy with a glass of Native Point Wines. Wine tasting and sales of our award winning wines are available off-site at Windermere Cafe, 2 Windermere Road, Windermere, phone 03 6328 1335.

Winter Brook Vineyard lies in the hills of the West Tamar Valley in Tasmania's north. During the Permian (286 - 245 Myr) this part of the earth suffered under a cold, glacial climate. Pebbles and limestine were deposited which formed the rolling hill country and which contribute today to its unique terroir. Clean fresh air, sunny north facing slopes and careful attention to detail enables us to grow premium fruit from which our cool climate specialty wines are hand crafted.

Tamar Ridge Wines has a cellar door, vineyard and winery located in the West Tamar Valley. The Kayena Vineyard is the cornerstone of the Tamar Ridge wines. The vineyard is planted with a range of cool climate varieties, including sauvignon blanc, pinot gris, riesling, chardonnay and pinot noir. At this working winery you will see state-of-the-art winemaking techniques, but with more than a few concessions to the traditional techniques that have served winemakers for centuries. At the cellar door you can taste award-winning wines, sourced from the grapes grown at The Hazards Vineyard on the east coast and fashioned into individual wine styles that speak of their cool climate origins. The 55 hectare (136 acre) vineyard is located on the western banks of the Tamar River, 45 kilometres (28 miles) north of Launceston.

Marions Vineyard is located at Deviot overlooking the Tamar River in northern Tasmania. Mark and Marion Semmens believe the hectares over which their vineyard lies are some of the most picturesque to be found. Sweeping views of the Tamar River can be enjoyed from Marions. They make the wines themselves from their cabernet, chardonnay, pinot noir, muller thurgau and cabernet sauvignon grapes. Mediterranean lunches and platters are available daily. Evening functions can be booked by arrangement. There is chalet accommodation, extensive gardens and a jetty on the river. The vineyard is open daily from 10am to 5pm, except Christmas Day. Marions Vineyard can be found on the Tamar Valley Wine Route in northern Tasmania. Deviot is approximately 40-minutes' drive (35 kilometres/22 miles) from Launceston.

Exeter Golf Club Inc is a 9-hole golf course just outside of Launceston in Tasmania's north. The course has 18 alternate tees (par 71) and a spacious club house with licensed bar. The fairways and greens are well maintained and in good condition year round. There is also a driving range to fine tune your swing. Saturday is competition day and all days are open to the public for a round. The course has its challenges with some testing hilly areas and visitors are always welcome. While you are in the area, visit the neighbouring fruit orchards and take time to venture out to Beauty Point and Beaconsfield. At Beauty Point you can visit Seahorse World and Platypus House while in Beaconsfield learn of the intriguing mining history. Also not far away is the Tamar Valley Wine Route, where you can sample some of Tasmania's finest cool-climate wines. Have lunch at one of the picturesque vineyards or take a bottle of your favourite wine down to the banks of the Tamar River and enjoy a picnic. The river is home to a range of wildlife and birdlife. Exeter is a 20-minute drive north (26 kilometres/16 miles) of Launceston.

St Matthias Anglican Church, at Windermere, is one of Tasmania's most beautiful heritage listed churches. Situated on the banks of the picturesque Tamar River, St Matthias Anglican Church was built in 1842 fulfilling a promise by Dr Matthius Gaunt to his young wife before they left England. When Dr Gaunt resolved to emigrate to Van Diemen's Land in 1831, his wife was concerned that there may not be a church in the area where they would eventually make their home. Dr Gaunt promised that if there was not, he would build one for her. Consecrated in 1845, St Matthias is one of Australia's oldest churches in continous use since its foundation. A Eucharist Service is held every second and fourth Sunday at 1030. St Matthias is one of the most photographed churches in Tasmania.This beautiful bluestone gothic chapel with its romantic history is a popular spot for weddings and picnics. The churchyard is an ideal spot for photography buffs and a stroll through the 170 year old graveyard with the jetty and pontoon next door is said to be a terrific fishing spot. The scenic drive around Windermere road is an easy detour from the East Tamar Highway and offers spectacular river views.

Rotherhythe Vineyard is situated in Rosevears with idyllic waterfront setting, in northern Tasmania. The vineyard is nationally acclaimed for mature wines, which are available for tasting at the new cellar door. Besides offering a premium product the wine is competitively priced, has time in the bottle and is stored in an insulated cellar room at exactly 18 degrees centigrade. A corked bottle is virtually unknown. Rotherhythe wines will be augmented as the new vineyard comes on stream. The young wine will be cellared for five years before release. Rotherhythe Vineyard is open daily from 1000 to1700, except Christmas Day. It is open by appointment only between June and September. The cost of wine tasting is AUD3 which is refundable with the purchase of one bottle. Take time to explore the region during your visit to Rotherhythe Vineyard. Follow the Tamar Wine Route and enjoy the vineyards, roadside stalls and orchards in the region of the region. Rosevears is about 15 minutes' drive (18 kilometres/11 miles) from central Launceston.

Discover some of Tasmania's finest food, wine and views at Ninth Island. Situated on the Tamar River, Ninth Island boasts one of Tasmania's most picturesque spots. The regional menu features the best produce from local and organic suppliers. The menu's seasonality reflects the ever-evolving surround of the Ninth Island Vineyard, and focuses on bringing food and wine together to enhance the highlights of the Tamar Valley and Pipers Brook Vineyard's wines. Wines are served in the restaurant by the glass or bottle, and cellar door sales are available in the gift shop. Strathlynn is open seven days a week for lunch only, from 1200 to 1500. Evening functions for groups of 30 or more are catered for by appointment only. Tasmanian artisan pieces can be found in the gift shop at the Cellar Door. The cellar door and gift shop are open from 1000 daily.

Hillwood Vineyard is a one-hectare vineyard situated on the banks of the Tamar River, near Launceston. The vineyard was established in 1992 in the ironstone gravel soil on the east side of the river. Wine varieties produced are sauvignon blanc, cabernet, pinot noir and merlot.

No cellar door sales - wines are available through mail order and various retail outlets.

Stoney Rise Vineyard and cellar door is located just outside of Launceston, northern Tasmania. The vineyard is set in picturesque surrounds overlooking the Tamar River.

Stoney Rise is the brainchild of Joe and Lou Holyman. Joe has spent more than a decade selling and making wine interstate and overseas before returning to his native Tasmania with his wife. The vineyard is comprised of three hectares (7.4) of Pinot Noir and one hectare (2.4 acres) of Chardonnay.

The charming cellar door offers tastings of Stoney Rise and the exclusive Holyman ranges of wines. Joe has a strong belief in the winemaking practices of Europe and produces wines of depth and elegance. While tasting you can peruse the sketches by Hobart artist Tom Samek, as well as choose from a range of Annie O preserves which are made from home-grown produce.

Stoney Rise is open Thursday to Monday, 11am to 5pm and closed for the month of September. Stoney Rise Vineyard is located at Gravelly Beach, 20-minutes’ drive from Launceston’s central business district.

Loira Vines nestled in the West Tamar Valley, Tasmania, is a small family run boutique vineyard.

We have a selection of wines for tasting which include Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Riesling and Lady in Pink. Loira Vines is a working vineyard with a chance to experience first-hand the grape production process.

Our cellar door is open every day from 10.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. throughout summer. Loira Vines is set amidst beautiful gardens centred around a lake with a resident, elusive platypus, native hens and various bird species.

Loira Vines is proud to be a member of the Tamar Valley Wine Route comprising over 30 different vineyards.

Three Wishes Vineyard, Hillwood, is located in Tasmania's Tamar Valley and offers cellar door sales. The vineyard is situated close to the Batman Bridge, one of the Tamar River's iconic landmarks..

Three Wishes Vineyard is approximately three hectares (7.5 acres) with between 500 to 700 cases produced per year of Riesling, Chardonnay and Pinot. The cellar door is open daily from Christmas to Easter, 11am to 5pm, and other weekends from November to May. An ideal rest spot for the busy tourist, why not stop by Three Wishes Vineyard and sample a fine Riesling or Chardonnay.

Spend a day exploring the Tamar Valley Wine Route, taking in the rolling hills, orchards and street-side stalls dotted along the way between scenic vineyards. Why not take a bottle of Three Wishes Vineyard wine down and enjoy a picnic by the Batman Bridge with views over the water. .

The vineyard entrance is 500 metres from the Batman Highway turnoff along Craigburn Rd to Hillwood. From Launceston, driving time is approximately 30-minutes (32 kilometres/20 miles) to Hillwood.

Just a short drive from Launceston, Holm Oak is one of Tasmania's family owned hidden treasures, with a 100% hands on philosophy. Holm Oak is one of the few family owned wineries in Tasmania who produce and make their own wine on site with husband and wife team Tim (viticulturist) and Rebecca (winemaker) Duffy growing the fruit and making the wine.

Drop in for a tasting of our extensive range of wines and chances are you'll be joined by the winemaker or one of the family.

The Rowella district and Holm Oak are on the Tamar Valley Wine Route and near the spectacular Batman Bridge. It allows you to make a round trip from Launceston on both banks of the Tamar River.

Holm Oak Vineyard is approximately 45-minutes' drive (48 kilometers/30 miles) from Launceston.