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B&B and Gardens
Hosts: Bob & Dot O'Neill
49 Hunter Road, Wandin.3139 Victoria, Australia.
Phone: (03) 5964 4523
Overseas: +61 3 5964 4523
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Possible
Itinerary for
an 8 Day Stay
at
Katandra
Gardens - Wandin
Day 1
Arrive at Katandra Gardens about
2.00pm. Start to unwind, catch your breath and discover your
surroundings. Bob will be delighted to show you around
our garden or if you prefer just wander around on your own.
Check out on all the Australian native birds in the garden,
the ducks on our lake and the frogs in our lake and ponds
as well as marvelling at the fascinating and diverse Australian
plants. Enjoy also the roses and other exotic plants.
If you have any energy take time to visit Warratina
Lavender Farm with its numerous lavender plants and
products. A short drive to Silvan Reservoir will give you
the opportunity to view Melbourne’s water as well as
enjoying short walks along clearly defined pathways in the
natural bushland. A light snack at Yarra Valley
Deli in the Wandin township will allow you to get
the feel of this beautiful rural area.
Tonight enjoy a quiet barbecue home at Katandra
Gardens or have a picnic meal in the gazebo overlooking
our wildlife lake, the beautiful Yarra Valley and the views
to the distant mountain ranges.
If you prefer phone for the delivery of pizzas
or visit Tien Loong Restaurant for a Chinese
or Malaysian meal.
Day 2
Start today with a difference. Take a flight from Lilydale
Airport or Coldstream Airport over this
beautiful area, noting the numerous wineries tucked in amongst
the hills. Note the various berry farms, the clear paddocks
as well as the beautiful bushland. Upon returning to
land drive to the Yarra Valley Dairy where your
palate is promised a sensational food and wine tasting experience.
Take time now to drive to Toolangi to visit the famous Singing
Gardens of C.J. Dennis as well as the Toolangi
Forest Discovery Tour.
Dine tonight at Rustic Charm,
our delightful local restaurant at Wild Cattle Creek Winery.
Day 3
Head for Healesville today. Allow plenty of time and visit
the world-renowned Healesville Sanctuary.
The afternoon can be spent visiting the local art galleries
and some of the excellent Yarra Valley Wineries. Lunch
can be enjoyed at the Sanctuary today or maybe at one of the
wineries. Whichever way, spend the afternoon visiting some
of the world-renowned wineries and sample their award-winning
wines.
Book in at The Lilydale International
or one of the wineries for dinner tonight.
Day 4
Today we head along Warburton Highway, stopping
first at Seville Hill winery, Whispering Hills Vineyard,
Elmswood Estate,or Ainsworth Estate where you will be able
to enjoy some of the world’s greatest wine and purchase
some for your return home. From there travel further along
the highway to Warburton. Walk along the river walk.
Visit the Waterwheel Visitor Centre and the
local craft shops. Enjoy lunch at the Wild Thyme
Restaurant. Travel to Mount Donna Buang,
stopping to view the Rainforest Gallery with
its boardwalks into the treetops and down into the rainforest.
Continue now to Badger Weir where you will
be able to feed the rosella parrots and enjoy the beauty
of our magnificent forests.
A leisurely drive back along the Maroondah
Highway and dinner at York on Lilydale will
be a great close to your busy day.
Day 5
For the adventurous start the day early with a balloon flight
over the Yarra Valley. It is an unforgetable experience
and you will be treated to breakfast at one of the wineries
to follow. Today would be good day to go walking along
the Warburton Trail enjoying the diverse countryside
and plant life along the way. Walk up to Mont
De Lancey from Katandra Gardens, (or
drive if you prefer), to visit the 120 year old homestead
and the museum and learn the history of the area. Enjoy
a scrumptious light lunch overlooking the beautiful Yarra
Valley. Call in at the local antique shops and see the
beautiful furniture and home items from yester-year.
Tonight go for dinner to Twisted Vine
(if it's a weekend), where you will be able enjoy their garden
views while enjoying a delightful meal.
Day 6
Head to the Dandenongs today and head for Puffing
Billy. Either take a packed lunch and break
your journey at one of the stops along the way or for those
who would rather a restaurant lunch Puffing Billy runs a “Luncheon
Special.” There are numerous other restaurants including
the Pig & Whisle Tavern at Mt Dandenong.
A time in the Dandenongs would not be complete without a visit
to William Ricketts Sanctuary where one can
see the dedicated work of one man, and come to understand
the drive and purpose he had.
Take time to drive to Woori Yallock tonight
and enjoy an excellent meal at the Woori Yallock Hotel
Bistro.
Day 7
Plan another day in the Dandenongs today. Starting
first with a game of golf at the Olinda Golf Course
with its panoramic views and fresh mountain air. For
those who would rather a different activity call in at the
Mount Dandenong Observatory for lunch and
drink in the views over Melbourne and Port Phillip Bay followed
by an enjoyable time in the craft shops of Olinda or Sassafras.
A delightful smorgasbord lunch could also be had at
the Cuckoo Restaurant and an afternoon spent
at the National Rhododendron Gardens will delight
anyone.
An evening meal can be arranged at Rose
Cottage, Monbulk where you will be well looked after.
Day 8
Today is a good day to set off to visit Marysville.
Meet the brave locals who faced such a disastrous bushfire
in 2008 and Bruno’s Art and Sculptor Garden.
Enjoy lunch at the bakery in Marysville before returning along
Woodspoint Road towards Warburton. Stop to enjoy the
magical forest walks including the Peninsula Tunnel
Walks, the waterfalls, and visit the dugout.
Head back along the Warburton Highway enjoying the beautiful
views.
Stop at the Home Hotel in Launching
Place where you can enjoy a meal of fresh local food.
Day 9
Well! You've had a busy time! There have been so many
walks you haven't had time to go on. So many more wineries
you haven't visited and many more gardens you haven't visited.
After you pack up catch up with us and if you haven't had
a guided tour of the garden organise it now - Bob would love
to share it with you and point out interesting perfumes from
various plants as well as sharing his passion for Australia's
magnificent flora and birds.
For a great climax to your stay drive to Sherbrooke
Forest where you will be able to wander along forest
walks and maybe even see one of the lyrebirds.
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Whilst this
gives you some ideas there are ever so many other options
for your stay from cycling along the "Warburton Trail" to
having a drive around the Valley and Dandenongs with one of
our many tour operators.
We look forward
to hosting your stay here.
Phone us on
+61 3 5964 4523 to arrange your stay here.
Bob
& Dot
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