| check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. it's 11 km from the walking trails at the cardinia reservoir park. overlooking a vineyard, this down-to-earth hotel in a low-rise brick building is 1 km from beaconsfield-emerald road and the cardinia beaconhills golf links. there are 4 indoor and outdoor bars, 2 of which have fireplaces, and 1 is on a deck that has views of the vineyard. the 3 simple, cosy rooms feature tvs. continental breakfast is complimentary. an informal restaurant offers open-air dining
Melbourne Airport 1 hr 4
Cardinia Reservoir (10 min)
Reservoir and park GRANTS ON SHERBROOKE, Grants Picnic Ground (20 min)
BBQ facilities & picnic tables near a forest with fern gullies, paths & native birds like lorikeets. Dandenong Ranges (31 min)
Large mountain range with botanic gardens, wildlife & zip lines, plus an art-filled cultural center. William Ricketts Sanctuary (31 min)
The artist, William Ricketts, is remembered by his works at this forest sanctuary for contemplation. Lysterfield Park (15 min)
Scenic waterfront park featuring trails for hiking & cycling, plus lake sports & kangaroo sightings. Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Cranbourne Gardens (29 min)
Horticultural attraction & plant conservation center with elaborately landscaped beds & trees. Cardinia Reservoir Park (6 min)
Lush park offering walking trails & scenic lookout points around the dam, plus picnic & BBQ areas. Dandenong Ranges National Park (23 min)
This scenic forested area filled with birds offers multi-use trails, picnic areas & a playground. Trees Adventure - Glen Harrow Park (18 min)
Ropes course with zip lining & aerial challenges among tall trees, including a sequoia & old oaks. Puffing Billy Railway (17 min)
This open-air train with first-class dining carriages travels through the scenic Dandenong Ranges. Alfred Nicholas Memorial Garden (23 min)
Walking trails wind through this scenic, wooded garden park with a boathouse, waterfalls & islands. Kokoda Track Memorial Walk (1000 Steps) (25 min)
Scenic walking track in lush forest surrounds lined with plaques devoted to Australian soldiers. Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden Ornamental Lake (31 min)
36-hectare garden with extensive paths past diverse plants, trees & water features, plus a cafe. Emerald Lake Park (16 min)
Lakeside park with picnic areas, walking trails, paddle boating & fishing in picturesque surrounds. Mount Dandenong (34 min)
Popular mountaintop spot with views of Melbourne's skyline & a cafe/bistro with observation decks. | 
