Stockmans Crib is located in the little seaside town of Esperance, found on the southeast coast of Western Australia, about 750km from Perth.
Downtown Espresso Bar - Open Monday to Saturday, a hole-in-the-wall hangout only a short walk from Stockmans Crib.
Cloud 11 Coffee + Tea - Open all week, with coffee roasted in-house and a range of homemade specialty teas. Their soba noodle salad is a must!
Coffee Cat - The sister store to Downtown, a little van on the foreshore near the Tanker Jetty. Open weekdays only.
Taylor St Quarters - Only a short walk from Stockmans Crib, located on the sea front. Open for lunch and dinner, with a seasonal menu and signature cocktails.
Fishface Seafood Restaurant - A must-try for great locally caught seafood. Daily specials and BYO drinks.
The Pier Hotel - Local pub grub, hang out with the local bar flies.
Siam Thai Cuisine - Authentic Thai food, located on the water front. BYO drinks and takeaway available.
Lucky Bay Brewing - Locally brewed craft beer. Try their woodfire pizza and smoked sides too.
Bob & Jim's General Store - Our local greengrocer, providing fresh produce and a range of speciality foods. Saturday morning treats.
Yirri Grove - Nestled at the edge of the olive groves you'll find the Yirri Grove cafe and farm shop selling award-winning EVOO.
Bread Local - Friday arvo pop-up. See their website for more info on opening times and how to order your sourdough bread.
Deli King - Their freshly made cheese and charcuterie boxes make for the perfect picnic spread.
Bandy Creek Fish Shop - A 15-minute drive, located at Bandy Creek Harbour. Offering a range of locally caught seafood.
Wild Posse - A shop for mother and child, located in the Museum Village.
Woven - Offering a carefully curated selection of womens clothing and accessories.
Museum Village Markets - Every second Sunday from 8.30am to 12.30pm at the Museum Village.
Baxter & Maree Art Gallery - Showcasing artwork by Tammy Andrews, an established Esperance artist.
Cannery Arts Centre - Originally built in 1949 and used as a Fish Cannery, now an art gallery displaying works of local and visiting artists. See their website for upcoming exhibitions.
The Swan Effect Yoga Studio - Only a 5-minute walk away. Make sure to book ahead.
B Naturally You - Treat yourself to a full body massage or one of their signature skin treatments.
Dempster St Barber - Traditional style barber shop offering cut throat shaves, beard trims and classy haircuts.
HeliSpirit Helicopter Tours - See their website for flight packages, including Lake Hillier on Middle Island.
A trip to our little coastal town wouldn’t be complete without heading to some of Australia's greatest beaches.
Some favourites are West Beach, Blue Haven, Twilight Beach, Ten Mile Lagoon, Lucky Bay, Hellfire Bay, Thistle Cove and Wharton Beach.
Esperance is surrounded by many walking trails and national parks which introduce you to the wide range of landscapes, flora and fauna. In spring you will find many native wildflowers in full bloom, something that makes this region so special.
Some favourites spots are Frenchman Peak, Little Hellfire Trail, Lover's Cove, Great Ocean Trail, Woody Lakes Nature Reserve and Helm’s Arboretum. Click here for more.