Hippo Lakes

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Star 4.7 (215 Google reviews)

opening hours Monday - Wednesday: Closed
Thursday - Sunday: 9:30 AM until 3:30 PM

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Hippo Lakes was born out of a dream, 28 years ago to provide a space for families and their friends to get together, interact or share, whatever the occasion. Situated on 30 acres of land and lake, is a family-owned cafe, farm shop and events venue overlooking magnificent gardens.
Indulge in a delightful experience in the charming cafe and farm shop, complete with a welcoming verandah, cozy indoor seating and picturesque picnic spots. With seasonal menus and regularly changing specials, you can enjoy a delicious breakfast, morning tea, lunch, high tea or picnic complemented by a local produced beverages at Hippo Lakes.

The Farm Shop is home to the well-known and loved "The Fat Hippo" range of chutneys and South African delicacies, all made here in the South West alongside other taste local gourmet produce, unique gift ideas and fresh, farm-picked flowers.

Take a leisurely stroll through the enchanting gardens and enjoy a unique and memorable culinary adventure that celebrates local flavours and the beauty of natural surroundings.

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Hippo Lakes

1541 Chapman Hill Rd, Chapman Hill WA 6280

Reviews

Star 4.7 (215 Google reviews)
Faye Ager-Stone 06 March 2026

A fabulous morning tea in a beautiful setting. Nice to walk around the gardens too. Great food and a lovely shop to buy delicacies from. Will be back for sure.

Fran Cormack 11 October 2025

It has been a while since we visited. And just realised I didn't review it. Andrew from Tree Chalets gave us this recommendation. So we came for lunch. And it was delicious. Enjoyed with a bottle of red wine. Great afternoon.

Janice Bryner 08 March 2026

A lovely surprise all-round. Had the tuna burger (GF)and shared a scrummy cake, which was so light and fruity. Walked around the gardens afterwards. Now I know why my friends recommended it. Well worth the drive. Staff were lovely.

Leigh Swenson 15 February 2026

Loved it!😍😋 Small, quite simple but delicious menu. Good coffee. Orders came out fast. Friendly staff and fabulous service. Great atmosphere & beautiful garden location in the bush but still close to Busselton. Good venue for intimate outdoor weddings. We had a group of 12 celebrating a christening. Everyone was pleased with their food, no mistakes with orders, timely service. Will be back.