The Postmistress Cafe and Store
Hartley Historic Site
Overview
The Postmistress Cafe and Store is in Hartley Historic Village, midway between Mount Victoria and Lithgow. Oozing rustic charm, this quaint cafe is the perfect stopover when visiting Hartley.
- Type
- Cafes and kiosks
- Where
- 37 Old Great Western Highway, Hartley, NSW, 2790 - in Hartley Historic Site in Sydney and surrounds
- Accessibility
- Hard
- Opening times
The Postmistress Cafe and Store is open Friday to Sunday, including any public holidays that fall on those days, from 10am to 3pm. Closed on Christmas Day and Good Friday.
Housed in the lovingly conserved former post office, the cafe offers a peaceful escape with scenic views of Hartley Courthouse and the valley escarpment.
Indulge in barista-made coffee and home-cooked meals crafted from fresh, local produce. As you soak in the serenity of Hartley Historic Village, take a moment to remember that you’re lunching in the 8th official post office in NSW.
The charming heritage-listed building features a warm gas fireplace to enjoy in winter. When the weather’s warmer, dine alfresco in the outdoor garden seating, surrounded by blooming cherry blossoms and daffodils.
As well as being a great place for kids to let loose, the garden surrounds are alive with local birdlife. Superb fairy-wrens, sulphur-crested cockatoos, crimson rosellas and wedge-tailed eagles can sometimes be seen circling overhead. You might even spot an eastern grey kangaroo.
Before you go, browse a selection of locally and Australian made gifts, jewellery and jams at the adjoining store.
If you’re keen to explore the village, drop into nearby Hartley Historic Site Visitor Centre. Discover the town’s past with a self-guided tour or purchase locally made art from the Kew-Y-Ahn Aboriginal Gallery.
Dogs are permitted in the village but should always be held on a lead.
Explore the area
Operated by
- The Postmistress Cafe and Store
- Friday to Sunday, including any public holidays that fall on those days, from 10am to 3pm. Closed on Christmas Day and Good Friday.
- thepostmistresscafeandstore@gmail.com
- 37 Old Great Western Highway, Hartley New South Wales 2790, Australia
Park info
- in Hartley Historic Site in the Sydney and surrounds region
Hartley Historic Site is open every day but access may be limited at times due to fire danger, school bookings or organised events.
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