iPhoneography Oz likes going off the beaten track. This is a great way to travel and discover places that we did not suspect the existence of. Tilba Valley Wines, a winery located on the heights of Narooma, belongs in this category. The vineyard does not even have a road sign to indicate its presence. Peter, the owner, could tell you more about this. That said it was with pleasure that we discovered his hidden treasure. Peter is the master of all at the vineyard. Originally from London, his story could easily be made into a movie. After the traditional wine tasting, we recommend that you sit on the shady terrace of the restaurant for a taste of some true home style cooking. The dishes, some are French-inspired, are cooked by Peter himself. We were particularly charmed by the coq-au-vin (photo) and Baileys Crème Brûlée. A delight! This is not the Hunter Valley, but the family management maintains the authenticity of the place. We like it!

iPhoneography Oz was a guest of Tilba Valley Wines.

Narooma is a quiet and undeveloped town on the coast at the southern end of New South Wales. Its coastline, and those further south of Bermagui and Mystery Bay, is perhaps one of the most beautiful places on the South Coast. At
Narooma, do not miss the view overlooking the Wagonga rivermouth and Australia Rock, a rock with a hole in it replicating the shape of Australia in a rather surprising way. During our visit we had the chance to approach a family of seals that were having a nap on the rock wall. Finally, just off the coast, is Montague Island which we did not have the chance to visit, a nature reserve where penguins, sea lions and other sea birds nest.