One of The Age Good Weekend 52 Getaways
RACV Rating 4 Star

Driving the last few kilometres to the Valley Guest House is a perfect way to prepare for a weekend of nature and fresh air, wine and good food.

At the picturesque town of Yarra Glen we turned off the highway into Steels Creek Road, and entered the peace of rural Victoria - green hills dotted with gum trees, gushing creeks, bright wattles, vineyards, Kangaroos and screeching cockatoos.

After this slice of country bliss, the lush gardens of the low-lying Valley Guest House are a surprise. Beneath a bush-covered hill are manicured lawns and neat garden beds of roses, wisteria, camellias, primroses and azaleas.

The six comfortable double rooms are spacious yet cosy, featuring timber, queen and king-size beds with quality linen, separate bathrooms with large double spas. No phones disturb the peace. Champagne popped, we organised dinner at a local restaurant.


The next morning was wonderfully slow. Kookaburras woke us early and we read the papers on the veranda overlooking the garden and creek, then had continental breakfast with fresh-brewed coffee in the guest dining room. Plans were made for more wine tasting and lunch.

With noon checkout, nothing is rushed. We also learnt that British naturalist David Attenborough had stayed at the guest house after a week filming the lyrebirds of the Yarra Ranges.


Check in from 2pm check out noon
Twin share available.
Packages include lunches, dinners, ballooning, winery tours and massage.

For bookings, please call (03)9730 1822







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