If you're seeking adventure, relaxation or a taste of local culture, Alexandra and the surrounding towns of Acheron, Molesworth, and Yarck, offer something for everyone. This region is bursting with untamed wilderness, culinary delights and access to a rich proud history of gold and agriculture. This historic region salutes yesteryear with its charming National Trust classified buildings, homesteads, and noble grand architecture.
Whether you are a self-proclaimed foodie, muso, art lover, history buff, wine enthusiast or love a craft beer, the town and surrounding region hosts a fantastic program of fun events throughout the year. A stone's throw from Lake Eildon and the Lake Eildon National Park, this area also offers a fascinating insight into the colourful gold rush history.
HIGHLIGHTS
RAIL TRAIL
The Great Victorian Rail Trail winds through much of this area making Alexandra, Victoria, and surrounding townships a great pitstop for cyclists wishing to explore the large range of welcoming country pubs, great eateries, local art galleries and quirky stores.
TIMBER TRAMWAY
Drop into the Alexandra Timber Tramway and Museum for a ride on one of the historic locomotives and learn more about the early history of rail in the area.
TAKE THE LONG WAY
If you like to go exploring and take your best mate too, there’s plenty of woof-worthy experiences on offer. From dog-friendly trails to eating and drinking options and places to stay, there’s a myriad of pawsome adventures for you and your four-legged friends to enjoy.
We’ve put together this pooch friendly itinerary for you and your fur-family to enjoy. Base yourself in the historic township of Alexandra and take the time to slow down, reconnect with nature and explore this very special region.
So pack the lead, sort the playlist and get ready to take the long way…..after all the journey to get there, can be just as much fun as the destination itself!
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EAT & DRINK
Grant St. Grocer Alexandra
Grant St Grocer Alexandra is an accessible cafe and produce store. Open seven days a week for breakfast and lunch and are fully licensed. Serving Merchant Coffee Roasters Coffee to an exceptional standard.
Grant St Grocer are proud to make all dishes from scratch and aim to deliver honest, exceptional food with no shortcuts. Their Take Home Meals feature curries and international dishes in easy-to-heat, reusable packaging. The cakes are made in-house by the pastry chef to ensure freshness and an ever changing variety.
Grant St Grocer showcase regional produce and wines in the store.
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Grant 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 cafe and watch the day unfold, the Grant Street Monthly Market is a great day out in country Victoria.
STAY
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 and style to create a homely calm space to relax and enjoy all it has to offer.
Whether you are after relaxation, a soak in the clawfoot bath, quiet dinner and downtime or adventure riding the rail trail, skiing at Mt Buller, boating at Lake Eildon, hiking or exploring the wineries and local towns, The Chapel is the perfect place to stay amongst it all.
They offer a king size bed and two trundle beds (if required), all linen and towels, a bar fridge, microwave, twin hotplate, cooking equipment, cutlery and glassware. There is also an outdoor setting and a barbeque on the deck.
There is ample parking within the gates of the property.
The Main Street boasts Bucks Bakery, The Yarck Hotel, Giddy Goat Café, Dindi Naturals and Koala Cherries, the bookstore and more all in easy walking distance.
Come and stay in The Chapel and enjoy a little piece of history in boutique style. Located at the foothills of the Great Dividing Range North East Victoria.