Our story

The kind of shop people light up about.

the LemonTree is a small, locally owned home, gift and kitchen store in Dunsborough, Western Australia.

Since December 2003, we've been quietly curating an ever-changing collection of pieces from around the globe, with a particular soft spot for the Australian-made.

We have become a favourite independent store, often discovered on a holiday and now emotionally attached to forever, your (not-so) guilty secret.

"It makes our day when we can make yours."

OUR MANTRA, TWENTY YEARS IN THE MAKING

How it began

It started with one small shop, and along-awaited return home.

What began as a tiny store in the South West was built on a simple idea: build a beautiful space, fill it with lovely, useful things and create the kind of shopping experience people genuinely enjoy being part of.

Before opening the doors, the founder had spent years working in retail buying roles - travelling far and wide sourcing products designed to bring joy in to other people’s homes. The only challenge was resisting the temptation to bring the entire showroom home with her!

After years on the road, there was a growing pull back to coastal living, slower mornings, and the ability to raise a family somewhere grounded and connected. The South West offered it all: stunning beaches, towering forests, an unhurried pace, and a strong sense of community and family.

The Store was built to reflect those same values — thoughtful, welcoming, and full of pieces chosen to bring joy and be loved for years to come.

What's in a name

A real lemon tree.

We're often asked. The honest answer is that the name comes from a real lemon tree, grown by our much-loved Nanna. She was highly creative, infinitely cuddly, and made an impression on everyone she met. The store was named in her honour.

The analogy turned out to work in more ways than one. A lemon tree has strong roots and many branches. It grows steadily. It fruits in abundance. It's a little bit zesty. We try to be the same.

A small thing, named for someone we loved.

Behind the door

Behind the scenes is a small and wonderfully eclectic team who care deeply about what they do.

From sourcing collections to wrapping carefully selected gifts, every team member brings their own taste, experience, and eye for detail. Together, they have a knack for helping customers find exactly the right thing - whether it’s a thoughtful gift, a piece for the home, or something they didn’t know they needed until they saw it.

The collections are chosen with a simple philosophy in mind: timeless over trendy, authentic over mass-produced, and always approachable. Beautiful things should feel lived with, loved, and easy to enjoy — never intimidating.

Some team members have been part of the journey for many years, helping shape the warm and familiar atmosphere the Store is known for today.

What connects everyone is a shared belief in genuine service. The kind that feels personal, thoughtful, and never rushed. Around here, it’s less about being “served” and more about being looked after - and that’s something the team remains incredibly proud of.

Come and see us

Shop 12 & 13
Centrepoint Shopping Centre
55 Dunn Bay Road
Dunsborough WA 6281

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