Lifestyle
Looking for a tree change? A blissful retreat where you can escape the heat and the hectic pace of city living? What about the idea of knowing your neighbour by name and a community that welcomes you with open arms?
Then look no further than the picturesque mountain village of Blackheath.
Perched near the top of the Blue Mountains, this stunning area is like something out of a Scottish postcard. Magical morning mists, crisp cool weather, and some of the most amazing mountain scenery in Australia. You’ll literally think you’ve been whisked away to the Isle of Sky.
Unlike Sydney city, about two hours away, winters here are transformed into a white wonderland with pretty blankets of snowfall and temperatures that call for a crackling open fire and toasty marshmallows.
Along the Great Western Highway are a delightful display of cafes, bakeries and fine dining restaurants all offering a delicious array of eats, a handful of grand old pubs and elegant wine bars serve up refreshments, and a host of lovely art galleries, antique and book stores with plenty of curios to keep you intrigued for hours.
Blackheath centre has a great little shopping centre providing everything the family needs. Most kids attend the local primary school, or travel to nearby towns to attend high school.
Nature lovers can get the adrenaline pumping with an afternoon of horse riding, rock climbing and hang gliding or slow down the pace slightly with some relaxing bushwalking.
Weekdays are slow and naturally weekends attract the Blue Mountain visitors. But if you love the quieter pace of small town living surrounded by a stunning landscape and a friendly place for small children then it is great.
