Old Reynella is a busy urban village brimming with pioneering and wine making heritage awaiting discovery as part of your visit to McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Coast.
A name famous in the region is the Reynell family, as the area was the site of the first plantings of grapevines in South Australia. Local landmark St Francis Winery Resort, was once home to three generations of Reynell family winemakers and the legacy of what is now Hardy’s Wines. To discover more and unlock the heritage and stories of the Reynell family and their contribution to the wine industry, head to the aptly named John Reynell Park (did you think it would be called something different?) and enjoy a picnic.
If you enjoy a leisurely stroll or ride, you can head along the Panalatinga Creek and link up with the popular Coast to Vines Rail Trail.
The main street is also definitely worth a wander, with businesses that will surprise and delight. Think health and wellness shops, cafés, restaurants, fashion house, and even a very quirky garden accessory centre. Just a little bit curious? Explore and enjoy all things Old Reynella.
What's Open for Business
Need to know what’s open in McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Coast? From McLaren Vale wineries, spirit and gin distilleries and craft breweries to coastal dining sensations we have you covered.
To make things easy, we have developed an extensive list just for you, on what’s open each day in Old Reynella.
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Whether you are looking for breakfast, brunch, lunch, regional platters or dinner, our cafes, restaurants and cellar doors are ready to welcome you.
Don’t worry, we have all your McLaren Vale wine, brewery and distillery experiences covered too. Our McLaren Vale cellar doors, taphouses and distillery cellar doors are waiting to be discovered. Check out our brewery trail too, with some of the best ales around! Don’t believe us, you will just have to try for yourself!
To ensure you have the best experience, we strongly suggest you make a booking with your chosen café, restaurant, brewery, distillery or cellar door.
We look forward to welcoming you to the McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Coast. This is where you will find the good life!
