MARYSVILLE & SURROUNDS

Marysville and the surrounding villages and hamlets of Buxton, Narbethong and Taggerty

Marysville is nestled in a picturesque valley just below Melbourne’s closest snow field and all seasons resort at Lake Mountain. It’s surrounded by waterfalls, mountain streams and lush green forests and an easily accessible network of spectacular walks and trails.

A short drive away are the villages of Narbethong, Buxton and Taggerty with many scenic fishing spots, horse riding trails and bush walks.

So many breathtaking views, uncrowded places, peace and quiet. And did we mention all this begins just 90 minutes from Melbourne? Far, far away…is closer than you think.

North Jawbone Peak

HIGHLIGHTS

Lake Mountain Alpine Resort
LAKE MOUNTAIN ALPINE RESORT

Over the winter months Lake Mountain Alpine Resort offers a smorgasbord of snow play, with cross country skiing, tobogganing,
kids snowboarding lessons, snowshoeing, winter walks and plenty of snow play areas.When the weather warms up, you can enjoy enchanting mountain walks, challenging mountain bike trails, exhilarating flying fox rides and laser skirmish fun.

STEAVENSONS FALLS

Well worth a visit is the renowned Stevenson Falls at Marysville. Take the easy stroll to one of Victoria’s highest waterfalls. The falls were opened to tourists in 1866, and drop a total of 84 metres into the Steavenson River Valley. The gravelled path and falls are floodlit between dusk and midnight.

Steavenson Falls Marysville
Marysville State Park
MARYSVILLE STATE FOREST

The Marysville Forest Trails offer a variety of experiences from gentle half hour strolls to full day hikes. The trails take visitors throughout the beautiful landscape surrounding the town, with some trails catering to cyclists and horse riders.

EAT & DRINK

Fraga’s Cafe and Restaurant

Fraga’s Cafe and Restaurant is a popular cafe on the main street of Marysville, where all the locals go!

Here you can enjoy great coffee and food freshly baked and cooked to order, with happy and friendly staff.

FESTIVALS & EVENTS

A Splash Of Colour

3 to 29 May 2024

A Splash Of Colour is an exciting exhibition featuring vibrant paintings by artist Jerry Osaduzuk and exquisite pieces by potters Tian You, Jane Annois and Mary-Lou Pittard.

STAY

Chestnut Glade

Chestnut Glade has three luxurious cottages nestled amidst an orchard of chestnut trees in the Yarra Valley. Escape to the peace and tranquillity of the open spaces.

Situated on 20 acres, half of which is chestnut trees and the other half virgin bush and trails made for you to walk through.

Lucenti has two bedrooms, one queen bed and the second room has two single beds. It has a spa and open fire to add to that cosy feel. There is a fully equipped kitchen and a lot of space inside to relax.

Nanking is the romantic cottage with an Asian theme. It has a large double spa overlooking its own private Japanese courtyard garden. The furnishings are of the highest quality and you will enjoy sitting in front of the open fire while relaxing on the couch.

Castanea is a three-bedroom in a Moroccan theme. Also has its own private sauna. It has a wood fireplace and very tasteful decor with high-quality amenities. Can sleep eight.

All cottages have all modern amenities and are about 50 metres apart and feel very private.

Either way, your stay will be one to be remembered.

Lucenti and Nanking are pet-friendly cottages.