Elli and Ivy Cafe
In the heart of Alexandra, Elli and Ivy Cafe is a local favourite known for its exceptional food, standout coffee, and warm, welcoming service. Open Wednesday to Sunday, the cafe offers an all-day menu, making it an easy choice whether you’re after breakfast, lunch or a quality coffee. Guests can enjoy relaxed indoor dining or…
Read MoreSambar Ridge Farm Stay
Sambar Ridge is a private hilltop farm stay set across 450 acres in Alexandra, Victoria’s High Country, just two hours from Melbourne. Surrounded by wide open views and natural landscapes, it offers a peaceful country escape designed for rest and connection. The spacious home features five bedrooms and accommodates up to 10 guests, making it…
Read MoreBucks Country Bakehouse
Since 1971, the Wright family has been baking up smiles right here in Yarck. From their famous pie to sweet treats and seriously good coffee, everything’s made fresh in-store with love. They also have a fully stocked freezer with all your favourite frozen pies in case you want to take some home to enjoy again.…
Read MoreYarck Hotel
The Yarck Hotel is a classic country pub just off the Maroondah Highway in the beautiful township of Yarck. The famous Cattleman’s Bar, dining room, beer garden and bottleshop are operated by local farmers and associates. Specials at the hotel include Steak and Pot Wedesdays, Parma and Pot Thursdays, and Roasts on Fridays. They also…
Read MoreHarvest Organic Market and Cafe
At Harvest Wholefoods Organic Market, they keep things simple, seasonal and intentional. Whether you’re filling your basket or refilling your jars, the store is built around real human service, like the old days. They’ll weigh your apples, refill your jars, and pack your groceries by hand. You can even drop off your containers and they’ll…
Read MoreAlexandra Heritage Machinery Festival
The Heritage Machinery Display weekend returns to the Alexandra Museum. The display highlights a vast array of antique machinery of all classes at work, including steam train rides all weekend. The Alexandra Museum is the ideal venue for enthusiasts to display and see these rare agricultural and mechanical treasures from the past.
Read MoreGrant Street Monthly Market
The Grant Street Monthly Market welcomes you to the heart of Alexandra. Held in Rotary Park on the first Sunday of each month, the Grant Street Monthly Market offers a great range of craft stalls, pet supplies, plants, jewellery, and lots of local wares. Whether you browse the market, or simply sit in a local…
Read MorePhantom Falls
As the Taggerty River winds its way through the valley floor, a few kilometres west of Marysville along the well-maintained gravel road Lady Talbot Drive, you’ll find beautiful Phantom Falls. For falls access, follow the signs veering left along a fern-lined track of approximately 100 metres. Suitable for 2WD in dry weather only, there is…
Read MoreGVRT – Alexandra to Cathkin
The Churches Yarck
Rich in history the iconic buildings set on over 2000 square metres, The Chapel and The Rectory sit comfortably next to each other on the main street of Yarck. The Chapel is an inviting space filled with historic charm. Arched windows, timber floors and high vaulted ceilings feature in the carefully renovated building. Offering warmth…
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