The Crafers Hotel

The Crafers Hotel The early history of the village of Crafers centres around a little bush inn called the "Sawyers Arms".
(1441)

In later years it would be known as The Crafers Hotel when the Crafer family took out a license in 1839. It was described as "a poor place, just a rough bush hut with thatched roof and mud floor, but with good homely fare offered to man and beast". A refuge for the local woodsmen, it was also in habited by a number of lawless men who at one point held up Mrs Crafer and patrons, then helped themsel

ves to kegs of rum. When the police arrived, they were "so drunk no resistance was made and the offenders were arrested".

2014 marks a new lease of life for The Crafers Hotel, with the Peter and Matthews families undertaking a new and timely makeover for this solid, iconic old building. With one bar already renovated, the other areas will follow suit, together with an eventual 8 suites for accommodation upstairs. The owners are paying careful attention to keeping the pub in the character of its era, using natural materials such as stone, timber and slate, accented by leather and wood furniture - reclaimed where possible. Both the wine lists and menus have been overhauled to offer patrons a new selection including pub fare favourites, daily specials, and classic dishes with a modern twist. The new "kids on the block", craft beers, have the tradies comparing ales good heartedly out the front of the hotel at the new higher tables, or round the fire in the front bar.

Join us at The Crafers for an intimate evening exploring Nebbiolo, the noble grape of Northern Italy, through a rare sid...
28/05/2026

Join us at The Crafers for an intimate evening exploring Nebbiolo, the noble grape of Northern Italy, through a rare side-by-side tasting of benchmark Italian wines and Adelaide Hills expressions from Longview Vineyard 🍇

Hosted by Longview owner Peter Saturno and award-winning winemaker Paul Hoetker, 'Piercing the Fog' is a one-off dinner celebrating the elegance, structure, and complexity that makes Nebbiolo one of the world’s most captivating grape varieties.

Matched to an Italian inspired five course meal from the Crafers Hotel’s chef team of Mat Grant and Shaun Atkins, this is an extremely limited seating once off chance to sample some of the greatest examples of Nebbiolo in one evening.

With only one week to go, now is your last chance to book your spot!
https://sevn.ly/x8KwVSRO

This isn’t your standard Italian wine night 🍷🇮🇹Forget the predictable pours, our Italian Wine Masterclass is all about d...
19/05/2026

This isn’t your standard Italian wine night 🍷🇮🇹

Forget the predictable pours, our Italian Wine Masterclass is all about discovering the lesser-known, the unexpected, and the beautifully unique expressions coming out of Italy’s diverse wine regions.

From rare varietals to distinctive regional styles, this is an evening designed for the curious wine drinker. Expect conversation, storytelling, and wines that challenge what you think Italian wine should be.

A little adventurous. A little indulgent. Very Italian.

Two sessions are available, with limited seats on offer. Book via the link below!
https://www.sevenrooms.com/events/crafers

Cooler days = Better beers.Dark Beers + fireside pours now flowing
26/04/2026

Cooler days = Better beers.
Dark Beers + fireside pours now flowing

24/04/2026
A sign of evenings well spent...
23/04/2026

A sign of evenings well spent...

It's the small things that make you smile...
18/04/2026

It's the small things that make you smile...

A couple of sold out Chardonnay master-classes featuring the wines (and the man) of Patrick Sullivan!All Chardonnay, all...
17/04/2026

A couple of sold out Chardonnay master-classes featuring the wines (and the man) of Patrick Sullivan!
All Chardonnay, all on volcanic soil. All good times.
Thanks to for bringing the fun.

Yering up next in a couple weeks.
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This could be last of the sunshine for a while, best to enjoy every moment while we can! Long afternoons on the Patio, p...
16/04/2026

This could be last of the sunshine for a while, best to enjoy every moment while we can! Long afternoons on the Patio, perfection...

Address

8 Main Street
Crafers, SA
5152

Opening Hours

Monday 11:30am - 10pm
Tuesday 11:30am - 10pm
Wednesday 11:30am - 10pm
Thursday 11:30am - 10pm
Friday 11:30am - 10pm
Saturday 11am - 10pm
Sunday 11am - 10pm

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