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Summer, Served on the Terrace

Terrace Bar at Mount Lofty House

Opening 29th October 2026 – 28th February 2027

Spectacular views & timeless gardens

Summer afternoons are made for lingering on the lawns at Mount Lofty House.

Overlooking the Piccadilly Valley, the Terrace Bar returns for summer, bringing together live music, South Australian wines, refreshing cocktails and a light menu designed for relaxed afternoons in the Adelaide Hills.

Settle in on the Terrace at Mount Lofty House, enjoy a glass from The Lane, and spend a few unhurried hours soaking up the captivating view.

Open Thursday to Sunday throughout summer, with live music every Sunday, the Terrace Bar welcomes both house guests and visitors to the Estate.

In the event of inclement weather, guests will be able to enjoy our indoor Hardy’s Bar and Arthur Waterhouse Lounge.  

Open Thursday to Sunday
from 12pm until 5.30pm
*subject to demand/weather 

A Taste of South Australia

Light bites, local flavours, leisurely afternoons

Our Terrace Bar menu keeps things light and relaxed, with Coffin Bay oysters, a selection of charcuterie and South Australian cheeses designed to enjoy over a long afternoon.

To drink, discover a selection of wines from The Lane Vineyard, alongside our Signature Lofty Sour Cherry Spritz, Margaritas and Gin & Tonics featuring South Australian distillers Never Never, Prohibition and 36 Short.

For gin lovers, three tasting paddles offer the chance to explore each distillery in more detail.

Join Us on the Terrace

live music every sunday 12pm – 3pm 

Sundays take on an easy rhythm with live music on the Terrace from 12pm to 3pm.

Find a place on the lawn, order a drink and settle in for an afternoon of live music, sweeping valley views and summer in the Adelaide Hills.

Reservations are not required and external guests are warmly invited to join us on the Terrace Lawns below Mount Lofty House.

Mount Lofty House is an adults-only Estate welcoming guests aged 18 years and over.

Testimonials

Absolutely Magnificent
An absolutely magnificent selection of morsels for afternoon tea, all made with locally sourced food, in house. An experience rounded off beautifully by magnificent views and a glass of the delicious Estate bubbles. A sublime afternoon.

★★★★★

February 2025

Unforgettable High Tea Experience
Hardy’s Verandah at Mount Lofty House delivered an unforgettable high tea experience. With breathtaking views of the Adelaide Hills, the elegant setting was matched by beautifully presented tiers of sweet and savory delights. The scones, pastries, and sandwiches were perfection, and the tea selection offered something for every palate. The warm, attentive service made the afternoon even more special. Whether for a celebration or a relaxing escape, this is a must-visit for high tea lovers. Highly recommend! 🌿✨

★★★★★

February 2025

Enjoyed the experience
Part of our inclusive stay at sequoia was dinner at the Hardys Verandah restaurant with a multi course meal and wine pairings. The wines were beautifully paired with each course. Thoroughly enjoyed every course.

★★★★★

Nov 2024

High Tea
Had a wonderful high tea - from the minute our group of five arrived, service could not be faulted and this is truly a beautiful property.

★★★★★

July 2024

Wonderful Weekend
Outstanding culinary offerings. Top-notch customer service. Definitely a worthwhile investment. Exceptional standard of hospitality. Furthermore, the wine choices are among the finest we have ever encountered.

★★★★★

June 2024

Perfection on the Mountain
We had been planning to eat at this establishment for some time- We had the Degustation menu- My wife and I were led to a beautiful table overlooking the Piccadilly Valley, met by some lovely staff and a very knowledgeable Sommelier. Each course from the Amuse Bouche, Beetroot Tartare, Kingfish, Wagyu beef. Chocolate Forte and Petit fours, were all flawless. They were individually amazing- each element of each dish was exquisite. We have eaten at some very nice restaurants around the world and had some very fine meals- this will go down as one of/if not the finest we have eaten. Highly recommend- Perfect way to finish our 30th anniversary holiday.

★★★★★

January 2024

Christmas lunch without the drama
We had an marvellous Christmas degustation lunch here, with matched wines (and matched mocktails for our 17yo). Catered beautifully for my wife’s shellfish allergy with a couple of minor but very good substitutions. This was a great lunch option, far from a traditional Christmas lunch - rather it was what I expect is their typical high-quality degustation with just a nod to the seasonal in a pudding-themed dessert. Excellent across the amuse bouche, seafood, and into a really good beef wellington. The wine pairings were excellent and creative, with champagnes bookending proceedings, among a surprising chenin blanc and an Australia versus France Shiraz matchup. However the adults were VERY jealous of our son’s superb paired mocktails, created on the fly by a really talented barman!

★★★★★

December 2023

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