Surprise Selections is a lovely shop that has lot to chose from, handbags, jewelry, large choice clothing. Thought i shop there for the hand knitted throw rugs and cot blankets, i have brought a few blankest for a baby shower, birthday and sent one to a friend in Scotland who was very impressed.

Approximate cost: $blankets start at $45 - $130

Ally Fashions Charlestown is for the hip earthy girl clothes a stylish yet comfortable i got a great little off the shoulder top staff are amazing and helpfull.

Approximate cost: $30

Factorie Charlestown is a great clothing store and very cheep i would say i walked away with 4 tops cardigans and a few jumpers for just $60 though was on sale, as well the quality is good love this shop.

Approximate cost: $60

Betts Kids Charlestown Square is a cute little kids shop that my daughter loves she last got a cute little pair of gum boots, the quality is great though i find it a bit on the expensive side.

Approximate cost: $25

Snows Patisserie Charlestown Square i love to stop here on a way to a friends house to grab a choc cake but i do find it a tad over priced.

Approximate cost: $20

the sushi bay has great sushi nice and fresh, though i get take away as i find the shopping center to loud but great food.

Approximate cost: $10

HUNTER VALLEY COOKIES well where do i start ,you can buy the freshly baked cookies to take home or enjoy a coffee and cookie seated in the alfresco dining area, my favs are the White Choc Macadamia, Passion Moments, Apricot Macaroons andd Full Monty.

Approximate cost: $30

HUNTER VALLEY CHOCOLATE COMPANY make unique handmade chocolate that are to die for i personaly love the fudge hmmm.

Approximate cost: $20

HUNTER VALLEY CHEESE FACTORY & SHOP is a great stop. the last time i went there i got a Continental Cheesecake and the best thing is you can choose witch fruit topping you would like i got strawberry.

Approximate cost: $34

Harrys schnitzels has the best schnitzels they are not to thick with batter and so much better than cooking them at home i often go get some for dinner on my way home quality is great.

Approximate cost: $10