November is here and as the heat begins to settle in, many of us prefer to explore activities that avoid the heat and humidity, which of course, escaping to the cooler mountains can provide.
Those who venture into the towns and explore everything the urban side of the Blue Mountains has to offer, will soon discover that this place has a distinctly quaint side. If you love all things antique, classic and eclectic, you’ll be sure to enjoy the many nooks and crannies of the streets and stores around these parts.
Visiting the numerous antique and vintage stores is always a fun experience, as browsing furnishing pieces, oddities and curious items, often leads to discovering a treasure of your own.
Bring home a memento of your trip, whether that’s a book, teapot, lampshade, or perhaps even a Victorian-era dress!
Here are some of the must-visit antique and vintage stores in the Blue Mountains
Victory Theatre Antique Centre
The Victory Theatre represents 50 dealers right here in the Blue Mountains. You’re bound to unearth a treasure over the two floors of books, jewellery, furniture, china, vintage clothing, art and more. There is also an art gallery on-site and an area to stop for lunch or coffee.
Mr Pickwick’s Fine Old Books
This is the perfect place for any bookworm, or lover of vintage and antique items. Boasting some 60,000 books as well as a huge collection of art, exotic collectables and antiques, Mr Pickwick’s is sure to satisfy any lover of quaint goodies.
Leura Vintage
If you adore vintage fashion, this is the place for you! You’ll find vintage dresses, tops, suits, gloves, scarves, homewares and much more.
Read about each place & more here
With all that walking and browsing, an indulgent afternoon is in order to wrap up your day. High tea is a must-try experience when visiting the mountains, from the traditional high teas of yesteryear to the more modern high teas of today – any kind is a luxury. There are plenty of venues to choose from, but here are our picks:
Combine both high tea and antiquing activities at the Bygone Beauty’s teapot museum and tearooms, where you can experience a touch of history at the world’s largest collection of tea wares – from collectable to unusual. High-tea is an indulgent and theatrical experience of treats presented on a triple-tier cake stand by a waiter, complete with top hat and tails.
After a more modern twist on tea? The Wayzgoose is home to the infamous flowerpot scone – where they are cooked as you order in small terracotta pots served with jam and cream. Order a coffee or cup of tea to compliment.
The experience of a bygone era doesn’t have to stop when you step out of a shop or tearoom. Each Mountain Whispers property carries the charms of yesteryear that will immerse you in luxury and comfort.
If this sounds like the perfect November experience, please ring Lorraine on 1300 721 321 to book, or pop over to our website here.
