The Moonta Mines Sweet Shop as it is now known was first the Moonta Mines Post Office built in 1946. In 1979 it was set up as a sweet shop and named "Refreshments". In 1983 it was renamed the Old Sweet Shop and continued until 1998 when it was closed and the name was transferred to a shop in George street. The National Trust then restored the shop with a few improvements and additions and it was renamed The Moonta Mines Sweet Shop. In 2000 it was run by the District Council of the Copper Coast and run by volunteers. Since then it has been transferred back to the National Trust and it continues its success to this day. The shop contains and awe inspiring array of lollies, toffees, chocolates, jubes and other candies. You can not just stand there with your hands in your pockets as sooner or later the temptation is just too great not to indulge in the affliction of treating yourself to just a few mouth watering treats. I betcha don't just stop there.!!!!

The Cafe Moonta has a good range of hot food, cold food and other meals to choose from. The chips were very palatable more so than most other places. My misses is very particular about the chips she eats and she rated these as very good so they must be great. I had a pizza pie and it was great, very tasty, if I closed my eyes I could have sworn I was actually eating a pizza. Well worth a visit.

We had a week ends stay at Seaview House in Moonta Bay with a Travel Auction Package. Our family of four adults and three kids were easily accommodated in the house with facilities for ten people. The outside area was immaculate with plenty of room for cars and boats on the front gravelled area. Out the back was an adequate grassed area for the kids and more gravelled area for kids to run around. A shed out the back corner contained adult and kids bikes, complete with helmets, scooters, basket ball with ring and back board, cricket bat, ball and metal wickets, plus other items. Inside, downstairs there was a queen bed in one room, four bunks in another room and two single beds in a third room. The living area had a flat screen T/v, bluray DVD player plus Xbox with games. There was a toilet, bathroom, laundry and air-conditioner. Upstairs there was the master bed room with a queen bed, ensuite with shower and toilet, large lounge area with flat screen T/v and DVD player, air-conditioner and dining setting for ten people. The kitchen facilities consisted of coffee machine, dish washer, microwave and other items to make it all fully operational. There was also a barbecue and seating outside on the patio. The weather was quite chilly but the upstairs open area was comfortably cosy at all times. The downstairs area was a little cool but the air-con soon took care of that. Excellent accommodation, excellent facilities, excellent venue for the view which made for an excellent week ends holiday. The whole family had a great time and we all thoroughly enjoyed the time away.

Since the previous reviewers visit the above facility has changed their premises. They are now at 27 Smart Road, Modbury in the Modbury Medical Centre. I needed to have dental x-rays done and was referred to this establishment. On entering the decor was modern spacious and comfortable and the reception staff friendly and courteous. After a very short wait I was ushered into a room, explanations given as to what the procedure would be, the x-rays taken and I was out of there in about ten minutes. A very efficient and professional business.

Whilst waiting for the Cockle Train to depart we took a stroll through this small shop on the station. It was filled with local hand crafted goods. There were wooden toys like garages, boats, trains, hand sewn bags and other hand crafted items. Souvenir post cards, old train and tram/bus tickets and loads of other goods to browse through. It was pleasant just to wander through and take in some of the local handiwork. Well worth a visit.

We went to the Royal Family Hotel after reading the review below and thought it would be a great place for a meal. The outside tables and the overall setting was really good and the inside had that old charm about it. All was great until we got our meal. I don't often complain or criticise food but the meals for the four of us were very disappointing to say the least. Not one of the meals was satisfactory or up to our standard. One of our party had chicken and gravy and stated that the chicken was tough and grainy, another had the t-bone steak and he stated that it was as tough as old boot leather. My wife had the beef parmigiana and said that there was far too much tomato on it and the meat tasted not as it should have tasted. I had the atlantic salmon on a bed of chargrilled vegetables, well the vegetables were unrecognisable but a black slimy mush and the salmon was burnt on the skin side which detracted from the actual taste of the salmon. The salad bar was also very sparsely stocked with a very limited range of very basic salad. The staff were friendly all except one which looked as if she had lost $5 and found 5c. I asked to see the manager and related our disappointment to him and he apologised and told me he would speak to the chef, whether he does or not is out of our hands. One bright spot of the evening was the wine which was very nice and palatable. All in all a very disappointing dining experience and we will be seeking an alternative venue in the future.

On entering this bakery you notice the array of kettles and old tea pots displayed around the shop together with posters and signs from years ago. On approaching the counter one can see the array of over 50 flavours of home-made pies, pasties and rolls, breads, buns and an array of cakes, tarts and other pastries. This establishment is reputed to have the "largest range on the Fleurieu" They are open 7 days a week from 6.30am. The shop is very clean and the glass doors behind the counter are closed immediately after an item is removed which is not the case in some bakeries I have been to. The staff were friendly, courteous helpful and talkative. Our order was served promptly and was hot on arrival. The pies were scrumptious and juicy with plenty of filling. Just above the counter behind the serving staff was an award presented by the Royal Adelaide show. It was first prize in 2012 and was awarded for "Professional Baking - Breads" Well earned and well deserved as far as we were concerned. We will definitely be returning to this bakery when next in the area.

The Cockle Train is run by the Steamranger company which has 180 volunteers on its books. The cockle train begins its 30 minute journey from Goolwa railway station dashes across the Middleton plains and will stop at Middleton if requested. It then heads to its highest point overlooking Horseshoe Bay, a magnificent sight as it heads to Port Elliot. It then traverses along the coast with constant views of Encounter Bay as it heads into Victor Harbour. It remains in Victor Harbour for about a half to three quarters of an hour before returning to Goolwa to start all over again. The train does the return trip three times a day. In the school holidays the stream locomotive is used but on other days the red hen diesels or rail cars are used. The cost is quite reasonable at $25.50 return for seniors who receive a discount of about $3.50 on the round trip from Goolwa to Victor and return. If you travel in the centre wooden carriage you will experience the return of a nostalgic train journey of yesteryear. The train, carriages track and all other facilities are constantly maintained by the diligent and committed volunteers who seem to really enjoy their work. We were also entertained with some expert, interesting and informative commentary about the train and the surroundings by Andrew, and as we passed various locations of interest Andrew would enlighten the travellers with his wisdom. There are souvenir and craft shops at Goolwa and Victor Harbour to help to remind you of your experience. A truly great adventure well worth the time and money.

Very nice, quiet and spacious park with plenty of grassed areas for caravans and tents and camping sites, kids playground with jumping pillow and other climbing structures and rides, and a t/v and games room plus laundry facilities. Park is operated by boom gates for entrance and exit with a given code number. The cabins were clean, comfortable and well maintained with full kitchen facilities, t/v and air conditioning and at very reasonable prices. The kiosk is stocked with a limited amount and range of supplies if in desperate need, and is staffed by friendly, obliging and helpful staff. It is a short walk to the beach to take in the scenic views over Horseshoe Bay and at night to listen to the surf pounding the shore if it is windy or just listening to the waves rolling over the beach in calmer weather. Definitely a great place to stay if and when holidaying in the area.

We called in to this business last time we were in Mildura but found our finances were a bit low so we called in this time. We were looking for unique and hard to source tubular stubby holders, one of which we had purchased for ourself some time ago. Although the holders were not in the same position as the last time we visited the lady who served us, Nerdene Ryan soon indicated their present position. We told her what we required and she proceeded to fill our requirements with a friendly and bubbly personality. The shop itself immediately impresses as soon as one enters with an array of sporting items in all the various AFL teams colours and logos on footballs, shirts, towels, stubby holders, caps and many more interesting emblazoned items. Well worth a visit for that little extra something in your favourite teams colours.