As with an eagle’s nest, this log cabin is nestled high above the trees at an elevation of 600 meters. It truly is a journey climbing the steep winding driveway to locate the quaint, intimate retreat. While exploring the property it will quickly become apparent that one night is not enough to truly enjoy the … More Eagles Nest Luxury Mountain Retreat.
Yarra Valley Accommodation Imagine the squeals of delight from the children when we started down the driveway of Wiggley Bottom Farm. Determined to let the next town know that new guests had arrived, we were greeted by a very noisy gaggle of geese, horses sauntered over to inquire about the alarm and the goats at … More Wiggley Bottom Farm
Yara Valley boutique accommodation in the heart of healesville. … More Healesville House
Sadly no longer in business. The most treasured feature of our house would have to be the view. In fact, I would go as far as saying that it is the reason we bought it. Each morning it is a pleasure to draw the blinds and watch the fog lift while the horses graze. If … More Amadeus Park Riding School
There are three elements to a great restaurant experience: the people, the food and the ambience. I believe that an establishment is truly winning if they tick these three boxes in this order. Who wants ambience with terrible food and little to no interaction with staff? Or amazing food sitting in a repellant space with … More Altair Restaurant
When Bella Vedere closed their doors there was an almost audible gasp from the Yarra Valley locals. The most upsetting part was that the two story building rising from the vineyards of Badger’s Brook would stand empty. A venue with so much potential, so much promise and character would remain locked up and unused. Enter … More Tramonto Kitchen and Bar
If you want to see the glorious lotus flower in full bloom you need to head down to Blue Lotus Water Garden. With a season that lasts only a few months your itinerary must include the drive to Yarra Junction between December 27th and April 2nd. The $17 entry fee is definitely worth it, in … More Blue Lotus Water Garden
Have you noticed that if you don’t polish your silver it becomes tarnished and dull? Like a piece of silverware Coonara Springs had become a little tarnished, a little dull: The garden overgrown and the building tired and worn. It looked as though years of serving the locals had taken its toll and it was … More Coonara Springs
The Farm Yarra Valley is the love child of Rob Dolan Wines and the crew behind The Croydon Brewery, The Cellar Door and Bec & Dales. There is no denying the fact that, just like The Cellar Door, this venue is beautifully appointed. The mix of country charm and industrial accents are aesthetically pleasing and … More The Farm Yarra Valley
Did you say 7 degrees Celsius??? With puffer jackets, beanies and scarves packed we made our way to Healesville Sanctuary. Why, you may ask? Well, it was my motherly duty to fill up the last week of the holidays with fun and games for my darlings. So rain, hail, (cough and cold) or shine I … More Healesville Sanctuary
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