check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. apartments feature bbq's, hot tubs and fireplaces. free parking is provided. set in the yara valley, a picturesque area known for its wineries, this upscale lodging is a 10-minute walk from the yarra valley railway and 8 km from oakridge wines and tokar estate winery. country-style houses and cottages include patios, kitchenettes, living rooms and private bathrooms Melbourne Airport 1 hr 4
Domaine Chandon (10 min) Winery, sparkling wine, vineyard, wine, and wine tasting Alowyn Gardens (12 min) Landscaped plots with fragrant wisteria displays, formal gardens & a fruit & veg patch for tasting. Oakridge Wines (9 min) Winery, pinot noir, sauvignon blanc, cabernet sauvignon, and wine Lillydale Lake (25 min) Lake popular for boating & fishing, in a recreation area with a playground, picnic tables & trails. Maroondah Reservoir Park (8 min) Highlights of this scenic park include gardens, a waterfront walking trail & charming playground. Yarra Valley Railway (5 min) Four Pillars Gin Distillery (6 min) Distillery specializing in gin with a modern tasting room offering cocktails & snacks. Innocent Bystander (8 min) Contemporary, relaxed local winery with an airy restaurant, cafe & wine tasting bar. Dominique Portet Winery (7 min) Winery, vineyard, wine, and wine tasting Yering Station Winery (15 min) Luxe winery since 1838 with grand modern & historic buildings, an upscale restaurant & scenic views. Maroondah Dam (8 min) Hedgend Maze (5 min) Park offering a 1.2-km maze, mini golf & other interactive, problem-solving outdoor attractions. TarraWarra Museum of Art (6 min) Exhibits of modern Australian art in an architecturally unique building next to a winery estate. Healesville Sanctuary (7 min) Zoo dedicated to Australian wildlife, offering animal encounters, bird shows & a play area for kids. Yarra Valley Dairy (15 min) Wine tasting and wine |