Dining

When in Lithgow, stay at the Zig Zag Motel, Lithgow's premier 4 star motel. The Zig Zag Motel is set in a quiet rural atmosphere and features Austrar, air-conditioning and heating, solar heated swimming pool and conference facilities. All ground floor, parking to units. Situated on the eastern edge of Lithgow, Zig Zag Motel is a prime central position for visiting local tourist attractions including the Zig Zag Railway, Glow Worm Tunnel, Wollemi National Park, Blue Mountains National Park, Jenolan Caves and Bathurst Touring Car Race. Licensed Bar and Grill with seating for 50 people.

A delightfully fresh and welcoming authentic style café offering up-market country fare. Brilliant in its simplicity – the menu offers a sumptuous range of crepes, melts, home-made biscuits/slices and cakes. Mango chicken with braised green beans is a favourite. Serving renowned Belaroma coffee, a must for coffee lovers. Browse for gourmet produce including sought-after ‘Whisk & Pin’. Tempt yourself with beautiful home-wares, antique pieces and gorgeous art/crafts. Open 9 to 5 daily except Christmas/New Year Days.

The splendour of spectacular green mountains, clear blue lakes and fresh crisp air are what await you at the Blue Mountains Sparadise. Set in an exquisite Japanese garden, this unique bathhouse is indeed a heaven on earth. Blue Mountains Sparadise is an enchanting corner of the earth where healthy living takes center stage, a Shangri-La for both body and soul. Samples our herbal teas and Japanese vegetarian cuisine.

A NATIONAL TRUST TREASURE IN OBERON!
YOU can stay in Oberon's grandest residence. Historic RAMSGATE - C1906 A NATIONAL TRUST listed home. PRIVATELY owned & operated with a passion, for you to enjoy by Jeanne Dubé. 'All you would expect from a Quality Country Guesthouse' - Mike Whitney, Channel 7. You can relax & snuggle down in your private room & anticipate your full country breakfast... HEATERS, TV, DVD for music & movies. Email access. Enjoy your sunny, private upstairs verandah. It's a world away, just over 2 hours from Sydney!

This splendid Nationally Classified Bank Building and premises was built in 1872 and includes a unique stable block and loft. Buddens is located 25 picturesque minutes west of Oberon or south of Bathurst. Relax on our verandahs, curl up with a good book in the garden or by the log fire and enjoy the serenity of this charming village.

Nestled in a secluded valley, Caves House is one of only a few tourism retreats located within a World Heritage area. Heritage-listed Caves House is an imposing Tudor-style building. Built in 1896, it is one of few remaining guesthouses of the Victorian era. Stay in the grand historic guesthouse, modern rooms, budget or self-contained options. Dine at the baronial restaurant, Chisolms. Trails Bistro offers al fresco dining throughout the day. Stroll to Jenolan Caves.

Home of authentic wood fired pizza in Oberon made with a closely guarded authentic base sause and freshly made bases. Try our: MARGHERITA; GARLIC; PRIMAVERA; PEPPERONI; BBQ CHICKEN; FOUR SEASONS; THE OBERON SPECIAL (hot); HAWAIIAN; AUSSIE; NAPOLI; CAVEMAN (meat lovers); VEGETARIAN; MOUNTAIN SUPREME; SOUTH ISLAND SEAFOOD or CUSTOMERS CHOICE. Also fantastic, salads, garlic bread, Vittoria coffee and selected teas. Phone orders and bookings welcomed. BYO

The Bushranger Hotel is the sole survivor of the 5 original inns of Collector. Built in 1865, this historic hotel has loads of Bushranger History. Offering the hospitality of a country pub and the opportunity of experiencing an Australian historical landmark. You'll love the welcoming atmosphere, cosy open fires, terraced beer garden (covered) and homely lounge room with a cracking wood fire. We have a great chef and the food is hearty and great value.