Stockman's Ridge Wines

Stockman's Ridge Wines is a boutique, family-run cellar door on Lidster Road just outside Orange, and it welcomes dogs on lead in its outdoor garden and cellar door surrounds. The setting is relaxed cool-climate wine country: gravel and grass grounds, vineyard views, and a come-as-you-are atmosphere that extends to well-behaved dogs.

Dog access. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor garden and grounds around the cellar door. Indoor access is not guaranteed, some well-behaved dogs on lead may be let inside, but it is worth checking at the door rather than assuming. Leads on at all times. Water bowls are often out, though bringing your own bottle and bowl is a sensible backup.

Known for. Cool-climate Pinot Noir, Riesling and Chardonnay, plus wine-and-chocolate pairings, grazing boards and regular weekend live music. It is a sit-and-stay kind of venue rather than a quick stop.

Getting there. The cellar door is at 1330 Lidster Road, Lidster, about fifteen to twenty minutes from Orange CBD. Parking is free, on-site, and flat gravel or grass right by the entrance, an easy walk in with a dog.

Nearby with the dogs. Orange Botanic Gardens has dog-friendly walking trails a short drive away, and Byng Street in Orange has cafes with outdoor seating. Mount Canobolas is also close by for a longer walk if your dog has energy to burn after the tasting.

Weekends bring live music and bigger crowds, so a weekday or early-afternoon visit is calmer if your dog is not keen on noise. Ring ahead if you are planning a longer visit with a booking.

Sources

• Visit Stockman's Ridge - Boutique Orange Winery Experience · stockmansridge.com.au
• Stockmans Ridge Wines - Dog Friendly Cellar Doors · orange360.com.au
• Stockmans Ridge Wines in Lidster - The Fold · thefold.com.au
• Stockmans Ridge Wines - Visit NSW · visitnsw.com

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