| regular live entertainment is offered (fee). parking is free. all have balconies or courtyards; some add 4-poster beds and sitting areas. on more than 4 hectares of bushland in the foothills of the dandenong ranges, this relaxed hotel is 4 km from lillydale lake and 11 km from the national rhododendron gardens. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. featuring 2-person whirlpool baths, the modern rooms also offer free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs, minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. other amenities include an outdoor pool, a tennis court, gardens and kids' play areas. there's an airy restaurant, plus a lively sports bar with 2 pool tables, a fireplace and a beer garden
Melbourne Airport 1 hr
TarraWarra Museum of Art (27 min)
Exhibits of modern Australian art in an architecturally unique building next to a winery estate. GRANTS ON SHERBROOKE, Grants Picnic Ground (22 min)
BBQ facilities & picnic tables near a forest with fern gullies, paths & native birds like lorikeets. Dandenong Ranges National Park (21 min)
This scenic forested area filled with birds offers multi-use trails, picnic areas & a playground. Trees Adventure - Glen Harrow Park (27 min)
Ropes course with zip lining & aerial challenges among tall trees, including a sequoia & old oaks. Yarra Valley Dairy (17 min)
Wine tasting and wine Yering Station Winery (19 min)
Luxe winery since 1838 with grand modern & historic buildings, an upscale restaurant & scenic views. Alfred Nicholas Memorial Garden (22 min)
Walking trails wind through this scenic, wooded garden park with a boathouse, waterfalls & islands. Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden Ornamental Lake (17 min)
36-hectare garden with extensive paths past diverse plants, trees & water features, plus a cafe. Lillydale Lake (7 min)
Lake popular for boating & fishing, in a recreation area with a playground, picnic tables & trails. William Ricketts Sanctuary (11 min)
The artist, William Ricketts, is remembered by his works at this forest sanctuary for contemplation. Kokoda Track Memorial Walk (1000 Steps) (23 min)
Scenic walking track in lush forest surrounds lined with plaques devoted to Australian soldiers. Healesville Sanctuary (30 min)
Zoo dedicated to Australian wildlife, offering animal encounters, bird shows & a play area for kids. Mount Dandenong (13 min)
Popular mountaintop spot with views of Melbourne's skyline & a cafe/bistro with observation decks. Puffing Billy Railway (25 min)
This open-air train with first-class dining carriages travels through the scenic Dandenong Ranges. Dandenong Ranges (12 min)
Large mountain range with botanic gardens, wildlife & zip lines, plus an art-filled cultural center. | 
