Located in the tiny hamlet of Hagley, just off the A1 highway about 25mins drive from Launceston, Hazelbrae Hazelnuts is a wonderful destination for the whole family that flies way under the radar!
My wife and I first heard about Hazelbrae on the Tasmanian foodie grapevine. Some had fallen in love with the beautiful gardens and lush, grassy avenues between the trees, while others raved about the delicious hazelnut-infused products and other tasty treats in their fantastic farm shop.
We quickly added it to our ever-growing list of ‘must try’ Tassie foodie options, and made sure we stopped by on our way back home from a road trip to Cradle Mountain.
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What an absolute delight!
Christie and Michael have transformed this rural property into one of Tassie’s best destinations for the whole family.
It is a beautiful farm, surrounded by row upon row of hazel trees that look stunning in autumn when the leaves start to turn colour.
Their farm store is jam-packed with all sorts of delicious treats, including:
- roasted hazelnuts – a traditional favourite!
- chocolate coated hazelnuts (my fave)
- pure hazelnut oil – great for salads or sauteed greens
- their scrumptious Spanish-style fig and hazelnut cake… so moreish!
Self-guided tours are a fantastic way of exploring the orchard and gardens where you will discover information plaques detailing the history and stories behind this amazing farm.
Hazelbrae - Special Offer
Visit Hazelbrae Hazelnuts and mention the Lap of Tasmania to receive:
- 2-for-1 self-guided tours – Buy one self-guided tour and receive another one FREE!
Got the kids in tow? They are going to absolutely love the on-site playground – complete with its own tractor slide and giant hazelnuts. Grins from ear to ear, guaranteed!
Even if you don’t choose to enjoy a self-guided tour, you can still enjoy free tastings of their products in the store, and check out their ever-growing nut-cracker collection from all around the world.
Open Tuesday to Saturday, from 10am – 4pm (October to April), and Tuesday to Friday through winter, this is your perfect day out in the country, and whether you are based in Launceston or passing through on your way to/from Cradle Mountain, a visit to Hazelbrae Hazelnuts is guaranteed to be a highlight of your Lap of Tasmania!
Such a lovely place to come with kids! Friendly staff, nice play area and lawn, great food. We also loved exploring in the hazelnut trees. Highly recommended!