Anna and Gary’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Warrandyte
Great Cafes, restaurants or go for a walk along the Yarra River
Healesville Sanctuary
A local favourite for all ages
Jumping Creek Reserve
Jumping Creek RoadEnjoy a BBQ alongside the Yarra River
Mount Dandenong
William Ricketts Sanctuary at Mt Dandenong
Botanički vrt Dandenong Ranges
The Georgian RoadGo for a wander in this spectacular garden
Try the many varieties of Gin, especially the Christmas blend if available
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Four Pillars Distillery
2A Lilydale RdTry the many varieties of Gin, especially the Christmas blend if available
Go for a walk over the Dam Wall; enjoy a BBQ or picnic in the beautiful surrounds
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Maroondah Dam
Go for a walk over the Dam Wall; enjoy a BBQ or picnic in the beautiful surrounds
Food scene
Local Cafes, Eateries & Vineyards within a short distance of our Cottage
Great ciders and wines, located right next door to The Cottage
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Kellybrook Winery
Fulford RoadGreat ciders and wines, located right next door to The Cottage
A Beautiful Valley view, local wines and an excellent Rose
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Helen & Joey Estate - Best Wineries Yarra Valley, Gruyere
12-14 Spring LnA Beautiful Valley view, local wines and an excellent Rose
Amazing food & wine tasting in sensational surroundings.
Great atmosphere
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Coombe Yarra Valley
673-675 Maroondah HwyAmazing food & wine tasting in sensational surroundings.
Great atmosphere
A small intimate tasting room, open fire in winter. Lovely wines especially the Chardonnay. Join their wine club and receive regular discounted wines.
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Punt Road Winery - Cellar Door Yarra Valley
10 St Huberts RdA small intimate tasting room, open fire in winter. Lovely wines especially the Chardonnay. Join their wine club and receive regular discounted wines.
Yarra Valley Dairy
70-80 Mcmeikans RdTerrific food, in a lovely setting
Our Favourite, eat indoors or out. The very best of local dining, with an Italian flavour, excellent service.
Terrific views of the Olive Vineyard.
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Olivigna
54-56 Brumbys RdOur Favourite, eat indoors or out. The very best of local dining, with an Italian flavour, excellent service.
Terrific views of the Olive Vineyard.
Domaine Chandon Winery
727 Maroondah HwyDining with all the extras. Excellent wines
A terrific dining experience. Sit beside the bar or next to the open fire. Good value for fine dining.
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Balgownie Estate - Yarra Valley
1309 Melba HwyA terrific dining experience. Sit beside the bar or next to the open fire. Good value for fine dining.
A favourite local gem. Sit in or outside, enjoy a coffee or a hearty meal.
Great for breakfast and lunch 7 days a week.
Cocoa Moon Cafe
166 Yarra StA favourite local gem. Sit in or outside, enjoy a coffee or a hearty meal.
Great for breakfast and lunch 7 days a week.
Enjoy a coffee & cake alongside the Yarra River or take a stroll and hand feed the ducks & swans
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The Bakery Warrandyte
193 Yarra StEnjoy a coffee & cake alongside the Yarra River or take a stroll and hand feed the ducks & swans
Saam Saii Thai
72 Jumping Creek RdOnly a 2 minute drive to pick up a little take away from a Wonga Park favourite
FoodWorks
70 Jumping Creek RdA 2 minute drive to buy your groceries, with a great Bottle Shop
If you like that something special; the best local European grocery, terrific deli with an amazing cheese selection. Excellent variety of fresh produce. Sit down and enjoy a coffee in the cosy cafe.
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Aumanns At Warrandyte
150 Harris Gully RdIf you like that something special; the best local European grocery, terrific deli with an amazing cheese selection. Excellent variety of fresh produce. Sit down and enjoy a coffee in the cosy cafe.
On the way to Mt Dandenong enjoy a hearty meal on a cold winters day in front of the open fire. Order a drink from the Old English Bar
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The Pig & Whistle
365 Purves RdOn the way to Mt Dandenong enjoy a hearty meal on a cold winters day in front of the open fire. Order a drink from the Old English Bar
Rochford Wines Yarra Valley
878-880 Maroondah HwyA terrific music venue in this lovely winery
Meletos
12 St Huberts RdCelebrate that special occasion in the heart of the Yarra Valley
Rob Dolan Wines
21-23 Delaneys RdA relaxing casual atmosphere with some terrific wines
A new entry on the block; since Oct 2023.
Excellent variety of cuisine, specialising in local wines, prompt efficient service. Well worth a visit
Riverlea Estate
A new entry on the block; since Oct 2023.
Excellent variety of cuisine, specialising in local wines, prompt efficient service. Well worth a visit