| the elegant, quaint rooms come with free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, as well as minibars. continental breakfast is offered (fee), and there's an elegant restaurant, a bar with a pool table and regular live music, and a beer garden. some have sitting areas, sofabeds and/or access to a shared balcony. a 3-storey suite has rooftop access, and an house with a modern vibe adds a private outdoor pool. dating from 1888, this upmarket hotel set in a stately white building with an arched gallery is 7 km from yarra valley and 11 km from sugarloaf reservoir. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. other amenities include kids' play areas
Melbourne Airport 52 min
Oakridge Wines (13 min)
Winery, pinot noir, sauvignon blanc, cabernet sauvignon, and wine TarraWarra Museum of Art (8 min)
Exhibits of modern Australian art in an architecturally unique building next to a winery estate. Mount Dandenong (31 min)
Popular mountaintop spot with views of Melbourne's skyline & a cafe/bistro with observation decks. Yering Station Winery (3 min)
Luxe winery since 1838 with grand modern & historic buildings, an upscale restaurant & scenic views. William Ricketts Sanctuary (29 min)
The artist, William Ricketts, is remembered by his works at this forest sanctuary for contemplation. Yering Farm Wines (6 min) Lillydale Lake (17 min)
Lake popular for boating & fishing, in a recreation area with a playground, picnic tables & trails. Healesville Sanctuary (19 min)
Zoo dedicated to Australian wildlife, offering animal encounters, bird shows & a play area for kids. Maroondah Reservoir Park (20 min)
Highlights of this scenic park include gardens, a waterfront walking trail & charming playground. Alowyn Gardens (4 min)
Landscaped plots with fragrant wisteria displays, formal gardens & a fruit & veg patch for tasting. Four Pillars Gin Distillery (12 min)
Distillery specializing in gin with a modern tasting room offering cocktails & snacks. Hedgend Maze (17 min)
Park offering a 1.2-km maze, mini golf & other interactive, problem-solving outdoor attractions. Yarra Valley Dairy (6 min)
Wine tasting and wine Dandenong Ranges (29 min)
Large mountain range with botanic gardens, wildlife & zip lines, plus an art-filled cultural center. Domaine Chandon (10 min)
Winery, sparkling wine, vineyard, wine, and wine tasting | 
