Basils Farm

Basils Farm is a working farm, cafe and wedding venue overlooking Swan Bay, with a kitchen garden and views toward Queenscliff. Well-behaved leashed dogs are welcome in the outdoor garden dining area, making it a genuine option rather than a sneak-a-dog-in spot.

Dog setup. Dogs are allowed in the outdoor garden and under-tree seating, not inside the restaurant itself. Mention you're bringing a dog when you book so staff can seat you in the right spot. Keep dogs off the vegetable beds and on a leash throughout, and bring your own water bowl and waste bags since onsite provisions are not guaranteed.

Known for. Farm-to-table food using onsite-grown produce, panoramic bay views, and a relaxed family farm atmosphere that sometimes includes live music and animal encounters.

Getting there. It's on Steen Lane, just off the Bellarine Highway between Geelong and Queenscliff. Free onsite gravel parking. A car is the only practical way in, there's no useful public transport link.

Nearby with the dogs. Queenscliff's foreshore paths and Point Lonsdale's beaches and trails are both close by for a walk before or after lunch.

When to go. Book ahead for weekends, the garden tables fill fast in good weather. A weekday lunch is the easiest way to get a relaxed outdoor table with your dog.

Sources

• Basils Farm · basilsfarm.com.au
• Basils Farm FAQ · basilsfarm.com.au

Compiled from public sources and verified listings. Always confirm current rules with the venue or council before you travel.