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Lochiel House

1259 Bells Line of Rd, Kurrajong NSW 2758, Australia

Recommended by 5 people

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1259 Bells Line of Rd, Kurrajong NSW 2758, Australia

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+61 2 4567 7754
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Lochiel House

A historic 1825 cottage along Bells Line of Road delivers seasonal dining shaped by crackling fires and its own rear garden. Settle in for a country drive retreat—where courses lean on picked-from-the-patch produce, warm sourdough with paprika butter, and ricotta gnocchi. Diners note the unhurried pace, whether sharing celebratory set menus over South African pinotage or pausing after Bilpin apple orchards for warm scones beside roaming chickens.

  • Heritage cottage grounds: Set in an 1825 country cottage complete with open fireplaces, roaming chickens, and lush fruit trees.
  • Garden-driven set menus: Focused seasonal courses and shared platters built around rear vegetable plots and regional produce.
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Why Dine at Lochiel House

Discover why diners choose this historic Kurrajong cottage for memorable celebrations, seasonal dining, and countryside escapes.

  • Atmospheric Heritage Cottage & Fireplaces

    Guests can unwind inside a historic country homestead warmed by crackling open fireplaces and wander outdoor grounds with kitchen gardens and friendly chickens.

    A warm, heritage setting, complete with a crackling fireside.

    Christine Armstrong

  • Scenic Old-World Escape

    Diners enjoy scenic escapes and tranquil gardens that create an immersive, unhurried, old-world dining retreat.

    swept away into old world dining

    Michelle Mckey

  • Celebrations & Milestone Gatherings

    Groups celebrating milestone birthdays and wedding anniversaries receive thoughtful personal touches, including custom celebratory menus and dedicated hosting.

    We were celebrating my wife's parents' 60th wedding anniversary and they had a lovely time.

    Andy C.

  • Generous Group Feasts & Long Lunches

    Large parties and long family lunches are effortlessly hosted with generous shared platters and attentive table coordination.

    The shared platters were generous and delicious, the service was friendly and relaxed and the setting was perfect for a long lunch!

    Jon Stokes

  • Concise Seasonal & Garden-Grown Menus

    The kitchen crafts refined, compact multi-course set menus featuring produce harvested directly from the rear vegetable gardens and regional growers.

    The menu is deliberately concise and seasonal and I’m advised sourced in part from the rear garden and also locally.

    Kelli Hunter

  • Culinary Quality with Exceptional Value

    Exceptional multi-course dining and premium seasonal dishes deliver notable quality and generous value for destination dining.

    For the quality of the food, the outstanding service, and the enchanting atmosphere, the meals are exceptionally well-priced.

    Chris Thatcher

Signature dishes crafted with seasonal and garden-fresh ingredients

  • Beef Eye Fillet

    The beef eye fillet was cooked to perfection—tender, flavorful, and beautifully plated.

    Antony Therroth

  • Ricotta Gnocchi

    The ricotta gnocchi with roasted pumpkin and Marsala mushroom, tasted as beautiful as it looked, even topped with edible flowers.

    Christine Armstrong

  • Salt and Pepper Calamari

    The salt and pepper calamari and trout pate were my personal favourites.

    Janette Buchan

  • Barra with Creamed Cauliflower

    I had Barra with creamed cauliflower (made dairy free with cashew butter) it came with pickled cucumbers & roasted tomatoes (delicious!)

    Kelli Hunter

Other favorites

Complementary desserts, sides, and baked treats to enrich your visit

  • Warm Brownie with Raspberries and Sorbet

    The warm brownie with raspberries and sorbet was indulgent and well-balanced, making for a perfect dessert.

    Antony Therroth

  • Apple and Rhubarb Crumble

    A few faves were the gnocchi, the pan-seared beef medallion and the apple and rhubarb crumble!

    T M Campbell

  • Country Sourdough with Paprika Butter

    Be sure not to miss the country sourdough with a side of butter infused with smoky paprika!

    Justin McGovern

  • Warm Scone

    the scone was soft and warm.

    Anita V

Beyond the menu

Memorable hospitality details and thoughtful touches that elevate dining at Lochiel House

  • Personalised Anniversary Welcome Cards

    Guests celebrating an anniversary are welcomed with a personalised anniversary card placed at their table.

  • Custom Birthday Menus by the Chef

    Tables celebrating milestone birthdays receive custom-tailored menus designed specially by the chef.

  • Personal Welcome and Property Tours

    Hosts provide personalised property tours, introducing guests to the historic house and on-site kitchen garden.

  • Garden Strolls with Resident Chickens

    Guests are invited to explore the vegetable garden and fruit trees with a glass of wine in hand while chickens roam the grounds.

Before you head over

Practical guidance for planning your visit to Lochiel House

  • Plan for a Curated Multi-Course Meal

    Lochiel House focuses on a concise, curated seasonal set menu rather than a wide casual cafe spread, making it ideal for a planned multi-course meal rather than a quick counter bite.

  • Communicate Dietary Needs in Advance

    The kitchen readily accommodates dietary requirements—such as dairy-free alterations and vegetarian preferences—and arranges tailored set menus for groups when arranged with the team.

  • Choose Between Fireside and Garden Tables

    Outdoor garden seating accommodates dogs and lets visitors enjoy the kitchen grounds and resident chickens, whereas indoor tables sit near crackling log fires.

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