Hartley, NSW 2790

Such a divine place to visit and desperately waiting for the Lolly Bug to reopen. I know so many people from across the country that drive all the way to the Lolly Bug because the shop is so special and the environment is so beautiful. Going down Victoria Pass can be dangerous but getting your hit of sugar from the Lolly Bug will keep you alert for the long drive home. Heartley is really an ideal place to live as you’ve got legendary Lithgow so close and you might actually feel like the “Lithgow Flash” as you drive through Bowenfels and head towards the illustrious sporting precinct. While it was reported there was a siege, Lithgow is super safe and is incredibly sympathetic to disabled parents and children.

Close to; Blackheath and Leura arts, cafes, delis. The only place left 2 hours from Sydney where you can buy acreage and a spacious home! I dont understand why anyone would buy in Bowral when you can live in this paradise. The gob smacking escarpment views will take your breath away, especially at sunset. This area is unique, a valley with views to the villages of the Blue Mountains. A modern base (helicopter for transport if needed) hospital close by in Lithgow for those unexpected emergencies. Great high school/ private schools in the villages or Mount Victoria Public School. Locally enjoy the great selection of plants at the nursery and the adjoining tea house has fantastic scones. The local restaurant does an amazing ploughman's lunch by the fire or alfresco looking at the horse paddocks in summer. The only problem I have is leaving the place, when I have to.