In the Swinging Gate Vineyard, 103 Glendale Road, Sidmouth. We are located up the Tamar River, 25 minutes from Launceston, in the heart of the premium wine-growing region. Shops and other amenities are only 10 minutes away at either Beaconsfield or Exeter. The vineyard is located only 5 mins from the Batman Bridge and the Tamar River close to the many local attractions.

The Cellar Door is generally open between 10am and 5pm (contact Cellar Door for seasonal timing). We are open everyday except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day.

While staying with us please contact Cellar Door on: 0429 980 346

Check in time is from 2pm and check out time is before 10am. If arriving early, feel free to relax and enjoy a wine at the Cellar Door.

If you haven’t already, please ring the cellar door on 0429 980 346 to inform them of your estimated arrival time.

Please request this when booking or before arrival.

Yes, Gift Vouchers are available online on the Gifts page. Our vouchers will be sent out electronically. Generally within 48hrs of purchase. If you would like one posted, please let us know in the notes and provide the postal address. Get in early. Last day for posting vouchers is 16 December. Orders of gift vouchers after this date can not be guaranteed before Christmas.

Tamar Tours and Transport may be able to help with the information you need. 0408 144 532. See details on their Facebook page. Haven't got a car? Check out the bus timetable: https://www.transport.tas.gov.au/public_transport/bus_timetables/north/beauty_point_to_launceston Please note it is a 900m walk from the main road bus stop to the vineyard.

As a working vineyard the vineyard is not suitable for pet. Dogs are welcome to visit the Cellar Door but are not permitted to stay.

Our domes are designed for couples. On request there is a single fold-out camp bed for a third person for an extra $60 per adult and $40 per child.

You will be staying in a working vineyard and cellar door, so at times there may be people working in the vines. Doug, Corrie, Hannah and the team will be available throughout the day at the Cellar Door. Your privacy is assured, so you can choose how social you want to be. But you will have direct access to your private dome when the cellar door is unattended. Other staff are contactable 24/7 for emergencies only, numbers will be provided on arrival. The domes are situated over 50m apart, so while the dome decks are open to capture the vines and view, you still have plenty of privacy.

Grab a Tasmanian Tasting Platter for 2 people. Call the cellar door: 0429 980 346. – To make sure you don't miss out, please note: Tasting Platters need to be ordered BEFORE 5PM, ON THE DAY BEFORE YOUR ARRIVAL.

There are no cooking facilities in the domes. Your Dome comes complete with a mini-bar fridge, plunger coffee and tea, crockery, and a toaster. (There is a wonderful bakery and an IGA in Exeter). In the mini-bar you will also find a complimentary selection of Tasmanian cheeses for your enjoyment.

120 Main Road, Exeter Tas 7275 Ph: 63 943 506. Opening hours: 6am - 2pm Mon-Fri 7am - 1pm Sat & Sun www.cabincoffee.com.au/exeter

Children are welcome to stay on request, but our domes are designed with couples in mind. A baby can stay in a portacot of which we can supply for an extra $30 but we have no other facilities on our working vineyard to entertain and keep safe small children.

Yes there is a parking bay at each dome. Your Dome is accessible via a gravel road. Please note that at times after heavy rain the road may be a little rough or boggy. There is plenty of parking in the Cellar Door car park and it is only a short stroll down to your accommodation.

Please note that WiFi is not available in your accommodation, but is fully accessible at the cellar door, where you are more than welcome to sit and email all your friends about the amazing place you are staying.

Book a Wine Tour for 2 people and sample the best the region has to offer. We have great partnerships with local Tour operators. Call Tamar Wine on 0433 817113 or Valley Brook Wine Tours on: 0451 965 841 for more information and bookings.