Top 10 Activities during your Eden stay
1. Visit world-class local wineries (suggestions below)
2. Explore award-winning gardens at Alowyn Gardens and the innovative Edible Forest
3. Discover Australia’s unique wildlife at the Healesville Sanctuary
4. Experience the Yarra Valley from a hot air balloon with Global Ballooning.
5. Enjoy thought-provoking modern art at TarraWarra Museum
6. Indulge in handmade chocolates at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie
7. Sample delicious artisan cheeses at the Yarra Valley Dairy
8. Cycle through the picturesque countryside on one of the many bike trails. Cycling VineTours
9. Ride horses through the bush like the Man from Snowy River with Chum Creek Horse Rides
10. Tour the breweries and distilleries of the Yarra Valley.
Restaurant & Winery Recommendations
Balgownie: Estate is an award winning vineyard, accommodation, bar and restaurant, cellar door and spa property.
Yileena Park Winery: a Yarra Valley gem. This family-owned cellar door, winery and Vineyard offers a wide range of wines for tasting. Their Pinot Noir is a highlight as are their delicious smoked goods
Mandala Wines: is a five-star James Halliday-rated Yarra Valley winery. The on-site restaurant, DiVino, offers an Italian-influenced menu and pizzeria
No7 Healesville: This sister venue to Stones and Meletos is a fabulous location for breakfast, lunchand dinner.
Pimpernel Vineyards: A magnificent family-run winery tucked away in a magical location. Discover their elegant wines inspired by the great winemaking traditions of Burgundy and Rhône Valley. We love their various Pinot Noir. Cellar door is open Thursday to Sunday and most public holidays. They do not serve food.
Medhurst Winery: offers stunning views, great wines and daytime casual dining (snacks and platters). We highly recommend their crisp, bright rosé.
Domaine Chandon: a Yarra Valley institution with breathtaking views. Enjoy the newly refurbished restaurant offering a modern take on the French bistro. It’s a popular destination on the wine tour trails so we recommend making a restaurant reservation.
Zonzo Estate: Open for lunch and dinner. Zonzo Estate is a great location for casual and family dining. Don’t miss trying one of their delicious pizzas.
Meletos: is a must for anyone passionate about food and wine. Choose from eating at the café, drinking at the brewery or stocking up on produce from the provedore.
The Stable at Stones: a celebrated Yarra Valley food and wine destination and one of the most romantic restaurants in the region.
Yarrawood: A lovely local winery with a Cellar door, café, wine tastings and live music
Sutherland Estate: a boutique, family owned winery located at Dixon’s Creek. Cellar door open for wine tastings with cheese platters available
Casual Dining
YARRA VALLEY GRAND HOTEL A great country pub with lots of dining areas available and excellent food. Bookings recommended. 19 Bell St, Yarra Glen https://www.yarravalleygrand.com.au/
Heartswood Local restaurant in Yarra Glen where dishes are locally sourced & seasonally inspired. 25 BELL ST, YARRA GLEN https://www.heartswood.com.au/about