After leaving home Saturday morning with no real destination in mind (the best kind of weekend trip in my books) we found ourselves in Victor Harbor. Dinner involved a gorgeous heritage building, an open fire, warm flatbread with hummus and tapenade, fresh calamari and lemon aioli, slow braised pork cheek in red wine with fennel on garlic mash, a glass of local cab sav or three. The Tigers had a convincing win. Life was good.
We found the farmers market a’buzz in the crisp but sunny morning, perused the stalls, bought some violas and herbs to plant at home, ate goat sausage rolls in the winter wind. The iconic Victor Harbor jetty was a must, as was meeting the trusty Clydesdales who pull the historic tram car. We wandered through shops and cafes, admired beautiful handcrafted wooden toys and crafty books, had morning tea at a German cake shop, all very South Australian of us.
Meandering home we stopped in Strathalbyn – a little village with far too many exciting looking treasure troves for the brief visit we had. I’ll be back. We drove out to the mouth of the mighty Murray River, stopping on the way to spot whales and smile at the little stone cottages overlooking the sea. I haven’t been to the Fleurieu in summer, but I am assuming winter has the advantage of a much slower pace. Yes, the wind off the Southern Ocean is biting, the cool air numbed my fingers and nose, but there’s something to be said for huddling with a hot drink in mittened hands and overlooking the shipwrecked coastline.
Back home again at ‘Carlton’ we lit the fire, greeted an overexcited Tessa, had a lazy Sunday dinner hardly comparable to our decadent Saturday feast. Today I have herbs and violas to plant in the sunshine. Hope your weekend was warm and toasty!
Georgina says
I grew up on a property near Strathalbyn, so ’twas lovely to see your pics 🙂
Janice says
Lovely snap shot of the Fleurieu so glad the region is appreciated. Victor Harbor has been my home for 22 years and I love it.
Lisa says
heading somewhere with no real destination in mind? Definitely the best kind of trip! It sounds like you guys had a lovely time away xo
Sharyn says
What a lovely wintery weekend…makes me want to pack my bag and re-visit all of those lovely old towns in SA…..I agree, I think your photos belong in Country Style mag! These sorts of weekend are so good for the ‘soul’. Thanks for sharing! xo
Paul - The Kind Little Blogger says
Beautiful photoessay Emma. Showcasing a beautiful part of a beautiful state.
I spent a lot of time in my teen years in Victor and today it remains one of my favourite places in the world, even if it growing at a cracking pace.
Louisa says
Emma, thank you sincerely for sharing you blog post on our Hello Fleurieu page. So thrilled you enjoyed a lovely weekend, it was wet in the evening but gorgeous sun shine during the day. The farmers market is lovely, isn’t it! I follow you from my personal blog too, Mrs Notable!
Sharon says
awesome…these photos belong in Country Style or something….makes me wish I’d been there with you!
Kathy says
Beautiful pictures and words Emma. regards Kathy A, Brisbane, Australia
Rosie says
Pretty much sounds like a perfect weekend to me! I think everything is magical in Winter!
Amanda says
Sounds like a truly lovely weekend getaway Emma – your photos are all so beautiful. I especially love the bridge one. I thought Victor Harbour was a lovely little spot when we visited SA too. Those farmer’s markets look great… the ‘hot chocolate menu’ had me drooling 🙂 Enjoy your week ahead x