Roma Orchards

Roma Orchard has been owned and operated by the Tilse family for 6 generations over more than 100 years. Worked as a produce farm, it employed many workers over the years, entertained many visitors who have enjoyed it as a holiday retreat, and more prominently, loved by all extended families who visit this unique and idyllic location time and time again.

Today, Roma Orchard has over 1000 apple trees and 5 acres of wine grapes including Cabernet, Merlot and Shiraz. The wine label ‘Omadale Brook Estate’ was developed by Steven and continues to produce boutique batches of red wine. Luke Tilse, Bryan’s grandson, has recently crafted and marketed the very popular Tilse’s Apple Truck Cider from these apples. Family and friends continue to help on the orchard with various jobs and are particularly helpful for picking and pruning. Recently, Roma Cottage was renovated and transformed into a boutique holiday accommodation.