One of our favourite ways to spend a weekend is relaxing at a family friendly winery in the Swan Valley. If you’re looking for a child friendly winery in the Perth Hills or Swan Valley you’re in luck – we have the ultimate list of the many Perth wineries that are fun for the whole family – not just Mum and Dad! These wineries feature fun playgrounds, indoor play activities and children’s menus, giving the adults time to enjoy a glass or two of wine. Cheers!
Family Friendly Wineries in the Swan Valley
One of the Swan Valley’s biggest wineries, Sandalford Estate, has enjoyed a revamp. Its restaurant has been modernised and now feels more welcoming for families. Outside, kids will be delighted to find a brand new playground! If you’ve got a special occasion to celebrate, then the Sandalford restaurant is a great option to dine with family.
For Kids: a kids menu, and a shaded playground.
Find Sandalford at 3210 West Swan Road, Caversham.
Mandoon Estate, a family-friendly Swan Valley winery, is set in gorgeous surroundings on the Swan River. It’s a must stop winery for foodie families seeking that Margaret River vibe. The modern winery has loads of class, whilst still keeping a laid-back, feel. And the food at adjoining Homestead Brewery is very tasty too!
For Kids: a kids menu, and a fenced and shaded playground.
Find Mandoon at 10 Harris Road, Caversham, Perth, WA.
Nestled in the serene Swan Valley with magnificent views of Lake Yakine and the Darling Ranges, Edgecombe Winery offers a relaxed family-friendly experience. While the winery features a small playground, it’s the expansive grassed areas that make it particularly appealing for families, giving children plenty of space to run around and play ball games within view of the outdoor tables. Parents can unwind with Edgecombe’s estate-grown wines, which reflect the sun-drenched region with zesty whites, velvety reds, and signature fortifieds. The rustic, long-table alfresco dining area draped with vines creates a welcoming atmosphere where families can gather for a leisurely lunch. It’s also a great spot to pick up fresh seasonal produce grown on the estate, from luscious table grapes to crisp asparagus.
For Kids: a small playground, children’s menu, and large grassed areas for play.
Find Edgecombe Winery at 1733 Gnangara Rd, Henley Brook (corner of Gnangara & West Swan Rd).
For Kids: a kids menu, colouring in and a large lawn area.
Find Edgecombe Brothers at 1733 Gnangara Rd, Ellenbrook WA
Nestled in a charming rustic barn in Baskerville, TXOKO Brewery offers families a delightful retreat with stunning vineyard views. The large outdoor Playground is a highlight for little ones, featuring slides, swings, and monkey bars on a sand-based surface, all conveniently positioned next to dining tables for easy supervision. Parents can relax with TXOKO’s rotating selection of fresh craft beers while kids enjoy meals from the dedicated children’s menu. The wood-fired pizzas are a hit with all ages, and high chairs are readily available for the smallest guests. Choose between sheltered indoor seating or alfresco dining under beautiful shade trees while overlooking 12 acres of picturesque vines. With prompt, friendly service and a genuinely family-focused atmosphere, TXOKO Brewery makes for a perfect Swan Valley outing where everyone in the family feels welcome.
Find TXOKO Brewery at 247 Haddrill Rd, Baskerville.
Family Friendly Wineries in the Bickley Valley, Perth Hills
La Fattoria (meaning “the farm” in Italian) is set in a beautiful working orchard in the Perth Hills, just up the road from CORE Cider House. The cellar door and restaurant (Bookings essential for the Nonna’s Table lunches), have views over lush lawns, vines and orchards. Kids will love exploring their nature play area, meeting the farm dogs and pretending to be a farmer on their old tractor.
For Kids: kids menu (Nonna’s table only), nature play area and colouring in.
Find La Fattoria at 211 Merrivale Rd, Pickering Brook, WA.
Packing Shed at Lawnbrook Estate
Packing Shed at Lawnbrook Estate is a fantastic family spot for a brunch or lunch in the Perth Hills. Taste wines at the Lawnbrook cellar door and then enjoy a glass or two with lunch on the patio, as the kids play on the lawns. In winter, dine inside by the cosy wood fire (they do fantastic kid’s platters!) and there’s a small nook with kids books and colouring in to keep them busy.
For Kids: kids menu, indoor activity/toy corner, big grassed area.
Find Packing Shed at Lawnbrook Estate at 19 Loaring Road, Bickley, WA.
This Bickley Valley winery has a French twist. A patio area is home to large wooden blocks under shade sails, where kids can build some marvelous creation, while parents relax. The food is excellent for kids and adults alike.
Find Mistelle at Hainault Estate, 255 Walnut Road, Bickley.
For Kids: Children’s options, garden games and large grassed area.
Other Family Friendly Wineries in Perth
If you take a family drive out to the Chittering Valley, be sure to stop at Stringybark Winery. The Stringybark vineyard is one of the oldest in the Chittering Valley. Enjoy a lunch in their cosy restaurant or in the garden where there’s endless things for the kids to explore outside. If you aren’t the designated driver their award-winning wine is a must try too!
For Kids: a children’s menu, big garden outside to explore.
Find Stringybark at 2060 Chittery Road, Chittering, WA.
There’s such an abundance of child friendly wineries in Perth, it’s easy to make your own wine tour, for a fun-filled and delicious family afternoon. Have we missed your favourite? Let us know in the comments below!
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Amanda Carlin has her own food and travel blog. Established in 2013, “The Chef, His Wife and Their Perth-fect Life” has enjoyed an exciting name change in 2021, as “The Chef’s Ex-wife” embarks on new adventures with Simply PERTHfect. Amanda loves getting out and about in Perth and WA, as well as brunching, tapas or something a little fancy in equal measures. With her son “Little Chef” in tow, Amanda always has plenty of family friendly eating options to recommend too! Be sure to check out Simply PERTHfect.
