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.
HIGHLIGHTS
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.
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
Bonfire Station Farmstay & Microbrewery
Bonfire Station Farmstay & Microbrewery is a family-owned and operated business located only 90 minutes drive northeast of Melbourne.
The family-friendly bar and beer gardens are available to walk-ins seasonally on Sundays, and serve handcrafted beers and delicious made-from-scratch wood-fired pizza and special menus.
The beers are handcrafted on-site and brewed with inspiration gathered from the team’s travels. The mission is to make a beer for everyone – that you’ll love to share with friends.
They also offer group accommodation and exclusive venue hire, perfect for family gatherings, corporate events and celebrations right through the year.
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Taggerty 4 Seasons Market
Taggerty 4 Seasons Market showcases great locally grown produce from Taggerty and the surrounding district.
Delicious wines, olive oils, fresh garlic in season, jams chutneys preserves and yummy fudge.
Beautiful watercolour art, pretty craft and handmade cards. Quirky metal garden sculptures.
Round the morning off with a famous Taggerty 4 Seasons Market gourmet sausage and a coffee with cake.
Seasonally inspired community gatherings are held on the Saturday morning of the four major long weekends: Australia Day, Easter, Queen’s Birthday and Melbourne Cup weekends.
STAY
Marysville Garden Cottages
Marysville Garden Cottages have eight cottages designed for couples looking for a relaxing retreat.
The cottages have a touch of old world charm while still integrating modern comforts and are within a short stroll to cafes and shops.
Inside the cottages vary slightly, but all have a relaxed country feel. Classic features included in some of the cottages are a claw foot bath, box window seat, timber flooring and stained-glass windows.
Other indulgent features available are a luxury deep soaking bath or double spa bath. Each cottage has a gas log fire, perfect for Marysville’s chilly winter months. While these cottages generally cater for couples with a queen or king size bed, some can accommodate separate sleeping arrangements for one extra adult via a sofa bed.
All have been designed using energy saving principles which add to your comfort and minimalise environmental impact. Each cottage has its own private veranda overlooking different aspects of the garden.
Many of their favourite plants have been included in the garden, some for their wonderful autumn colour like the the Maples and Cotinus, and many others for their beautiful flowers or interesting features and scents.