I\u2019m not going to tell you that Orange<\/a> in winter isn\u2019t cold. It is. But when the coolest season hits, the region transforms into a mesmerising wonderland where you can sip local reds by the fireplace, feast on hearty local produce and connect to Wiradjuri Country through the infinite night sky.<\/p>\n Here are all the things you need to do on a trip to the Orange region this winter.<\/p>\n There’s so much to do in Orange during winter. (Image: Kirsten Cunningham Photography)<\/p><\/div>\n Nothing says \u2018winter getaway to the country\u2019 quite like getting cosy in Central West NSW\u2019s<\/a> most magnificent accommodation.<\/p>\n Byng Street Boutique Hotel<\/a> offers the perfect mix of luxury while maintaining its heritage roots. The 22-room property has two sides you can book: the Heritage Wing, for history lovers (book The Yallungah Suite<\/a>\u00a0if you can; it has its own verandah overlooking the gardens), and the Modern Wing, for those who appreciate contemporary design.<\/p>\n Stay in the quirky, cosy and incredibly cool Byng St Boutique Hotel.<\/p><\/div>\n The newest accommodation option in the area is Basalt<\/a>, a luxury stay sitting 1100 metres above sea level. Cosy up by the wood fire and take in the unbeatable views of the cherry orchard below and Orange city in the distance. With a number of curated experiences exclusively for Basalt guests, like a guided stargazing tour<\/a> and a helicopter winery experience<\/a>, a stay at Basalt is the whole package.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re staying longer or prefer self-catering, check into Quest Orange<\/a> on Kite Street.<\/p>\n Or luxuriate with the incredible views of Basalt.<\/p><\/div>\n What better way to keep warm than spending the day meandering through the art galleries in and around Orange?<\/p>\n The cultural precinct next to Robertson Park is home to the Orange Regional Gallery<\/a> and the Orange Regional Museum<\/a>, both thriving creative hubs. The gallery has re-opened after a state-of-the-art renovation,\u00a0offering\u00a0an ever-changing program of contemporary exhibitions. In fact, its most recent exhibition was Laurence Edwards: A Gathering of Uncertainties<\/em>, the first comprehensive survey of Edwards\u2019 work to be shown in Australia, which attracted visitors from far and wide.<\/p>\n Other local art spots include The Peisley St Gallery<\/a> and The Corner Store Gallery<\/a> in Orange, Platform Arts Hub<\/a> in Blayney, Rosebank Art Gallery<\/a> in Millthorpe, and Newbridge\u2019s Olde Bridge Gallery<\/a>.<\/p>\n Wander the Orange Regional Gallery. (Image: Emily Murphy)<\/p><\/div>\n Putting an emphasis on self-care is a must in Orange\u2019s winter months. Luckily there are many places holding space for wellness, no matter what that looks like for you.<\/p>\n The stunning Studio Seed<\/a> is located in the bustling city centre and offers everything from endorphin-boosting barre classes, glute-burning Pilates classes, solo spa days and group workshops. Join the wellness practitioners for naturopathic and somatic awareness sessions to bring you back into balance on every level \u2013 exactly what you need in winter.<\/p>\n Reconnecting with nature on a stroll through Orange\u2019s rich landscapes<\/a> is another wellness wonder. For sweeping views, one of the walks in Gaanha-bula (Mt Canobolas) is a must; it\u2019s partial to some snowfall, so bring a raincoat and warm\u00a0clothing, and always check the forecast before setting out.<\/p>\n Prepare to pamper your body at Studio Seed. (Image: Monique Lovick Photography)<\/p><\/div>\n Orange wine country<\/a> is home to over 40 cellar doors for you to explore all year round, but there\u2019s something extra special about winter winery visits.<\/p>\n Swinging Bridge<\/a> won the Orange360 Cellar Door of the Year award, and it\u2019s not hard to see why. The family-centric winery embraces innovation through the region\u2019s quintessential varieties \u2013 chardonnay and pinot noir \u2013 all while offering expansive views of the vineyard and the Ward family home.<\/p>\n Delight in a wine pairing at the award-winning Swinging Bridge winery.<\/p><\/div>\n With its recently opened cellar door, See Saw Wine<\/a> is your go-to for sustainably grown, organic wines. Filled with gorgeous indoor plants, the cosy and comfortable interior is the ideal place to sip and watch the hours roll by.<\/p>\n The Borrodell SkyBar<\/a> has some of the best views in the region, sitting at the top of the orchard and vineyard. Enjoy a tipple of Borrodell’s wine range or some local beers and cocktails as you take in the afternoon scenes.<\/p>\n Taste sustainably grown, organic wines at See Saw Wine. (Image: Monique Lovick Photography)<\/p><\/div>\n The award-winning dining scene in Orange is just as much of a drawcard as the beautiful scenery. You\u2019ll be blown away by how the ever-growing selection of restaurants use seasonal local produce to tantalise the tastebuds.<\/p>\n The twice-hatted Charred Kitchen & Bar<\/a> offers a seasonal set tasting menu by chef Liam O’Brien, accompanied by either local or prestige wine matching by sommelier manager David Collins. The BBQ Bay lobsters and charcoal-grilled Black Angus on the current menu will leave you weak in the knees.<\/p>\n Don’t miss the wine matching at Charred Kitchen & Bar.<\/p><\/div>\n Head up toward Gaanha-bula and you\u2019ll find Printhie Dining<\/a> sitting pretty on the snow line at Printhie Wines\u2019 cellar door. Head chef Jack Brown incorporates his Indigenous heritage into the\u00a0five-course degustation lunch\u00a0that\u2019s curated with the winery\u2019s drops at the forefront.<\/p>\n The Schoolhouse Restaurant<\/a>, set in the 165-year-old Union Bank building, has a focus on community and encourages people to connect through food. This reflects in the menu as everything is designed to be shared \u2013 although you may want to keep the kingfish crudo, nodini mozzarella, succulent sirloin and famous Farmer Doug\u2019s potato scallops to yourself. Yum!<\/p>\n Treat your tastebuds to a five-course degustation lunch at Printhie Dining.<\/p><\/div>\n For a special weekend from 4\u201313 August, the Orange Winter Fire Festival<\/a> will heat up the region with a number of events centred around bonfires at wineries and orchards. From barbecue meat on the spit to cooking in open fire pits, you\u2019ll devour more hearty food than you could imagine, washing it all down with local mulled wine.<\/p>\n Relax around the bonfire at Winter Fire Festival.<\/p><\/div>\n The flourishing cosmopolitan lifestyle around Orange is beyond question, attracting more and more boutique fashion and\u00a0homeware stores\u00a0to its stylish streets.<\/p>\n Jumbled<\/a> is the ultimate winter shopping spot for all things home, fashion and coffee. Located in a freshly renovated Masonic lodge named ‘The Sonic’, Jumbled specialises in colour and original art.<\/p>\n Reinvent your space with fun finds at Jumbled.<\/p><\/div>\n Just north of Orange, in the small village of Molong, you\u2019ll stumble across Molong Stores<\/a>. Housed in a heritage building, this boutique showcases handmade local and international products for men.<\/p>\n Head south to the historic village of Carcoar to find\u00a0Tomolly<\/a>, a lovingly curated homewares and fashion store in an 1800s Victorian terrace. More than just a shop, Tomolly is a place to connect with the community and support local.<\/p>\n Find homewares and fashion at Tomolly.<\/p><\/div>\n If the winter blues are getting you down this June long weekend, head to Orange, which is set to jazz things up with the Orange Winter Jazz Festival<\/a>. The Necks, Andy Baylor, Michelle Nicole, James Valentine’s Upbeat, The Vampires with Chris Abrahams, Queen Porter Stomp and more will be performing at a range of local venues.<\/p>\n Get the winter woollies out, because you\u2019re going to need them where we\u2019re going. With four very distinct seasons, the Orange region is renowned for its large variety of fresh local produce and cool climate wines that have shaped the burgeoning dining scene. But one season in Orange that isn\u2019t loved on enough is winter. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":88,"featured_media":375953,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"advertorial.php","format":"standard","meta":{"_expiration-date-status":"","_expiration-date":0,"_expiration-date-type":"","_expiration-date-categories":[],"_expiration-date-options":[]},"categories":[911],"tags":[7665,7660,7685,7007,4542,4394,5514,7696,4401],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n![\"kangaroos](\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/KirstenCunninghamPhotographyBorrodellSnowOrange.jpg\")
Treat yourself to a luxury stay<\/h2>\n
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Explore the art scene<\/h2>\n
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Focus on wellness<\/h2>\n
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Wet your whistle at the vineyards<\/h2>\n
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Get a taste of fine dining<\/h2>\n
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Turn the heat up at the Winter Fire Festival<\/h2>\n
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Shop around the boutique stores<\/h2>\n
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Swap the winter blues for a bit of jazz<\/h2>\n
Plan your trip and learn more about an Orange winter at orange360.com.au<\/a>.<\/h5>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"