The Yarra Valley has so much to offer!
Only 1 hour drive from Melbourne, the Yarra Valley is famous for its food, wine, local produce and natural beauty.
Things to Do in the Yarra Valley
Visit Healesville Sanctuary
Get up close and personal with Australia’s iconic wildlife at the famous Healesville Sanctuary. Only 30 minutes drive from Warburton. www.zoo.org.au/healesville
Snow Play
Mt Donna Buang becomes a winter wonderland and is only a short drive away. Experience the joy of making a snow man, exploring the nearby trails, tobogganing or have a snow fight with the kids! For up to date snow reports plus everything you need to know in the Warburton Valley go to: www.visitwarburton.com.au
After a fun day in the snow, return to your accommodation to enjoy a cozy warm wood fire.
Bush Walking and Hiking
There are many walking trails and hikes around the township of Warburton including the beautiful La La Falls. More information can be found in our guest information folders or by visiting the Waterwheel Visitors Center in Warburton, where you will also find locally made products for sale and monthly art exhibitions https://www.visitvictoria.com/regions/yarra-valley-and-dandenong-ranges/practical-information/visitor-information-centres/visit-warburton—waterwheel-visitor-information-centre
Want to escape the summer heat?
We can guarantee you will feel a drop in temperature from the moment you reach the start of Old Warburton Road. Being amongst the trees you can breath the fresh air, and if that is not enough there is great swimming holes in Warburton for you explore for a cool dip.
We understand the dangers of the fire season, and take all precautions to ensure a safe stay. As part of our policy we will cancel your booking, and refund your money, or move your booking to another date on a Code Red day.
Cycling
For the avid cyclist or for those who just want to hop on a bike and go for a meander, there is a bike trail for you. The Warburton Rail Trail offers a flat easy ride through the Warburton Valley where you can enjoy outstanding views and stops along the way. Or for the more adventurous types there is the newly opened Warburton Bike Park. Offering around 60km of various trails from April https://warburtonbikepark.com.au/ For your convenience we are happy to loan out our push bikes to guests when available.
Wine, food and produce
Explore the Warburton and Yarra Valley. Famous for our cool climate wines, delicious food and local producers of quality fruit and vegetables, cheeses and so much more. Ask us about the local farmers’ markets.