Just north of the Great Dividing Range the township of Yea is nestled in a beautiful valley at the meeting of the Yea and Goulburn Rivers. Only a 90 minute drive from Melbourne, Yea offers a relaxed country experience.
The Yea township boasts historic buildings, a thriving main street and a strong arts culture. It's also a key town on the Great Victorian Rail Trail. With a range of award-winning wineries, restaurants and accommodation options on offer, Yea is the perfect base to explore the area’s surrounding scenic and historic sites.
HIGHLIGHTS
RAIL TRAIL
The Great Victorian Rail Trail winds through much of this area making these townships a great stopping off point for cyclists wishing to explore the fabulous range of welcoming country pubs, great eateries, local art galleries and quirky stores.
YEA WETLANDS DISCOVERY CENTRE
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.
MURRINDINDI SCENIC RESERVE
One of the lesser known gems of our region, the Murrindindi Scenic Reserve, is a great spot offering a bit of everything. There's a range of bushwalking, multiple camping areas, waterfalls, a picturesque river for water play as well as bird watching and fishing opportunities.
EAT & DRINK
Yea Peppercorn Hotel
The Yea Peppercorn Hotel caters to many travellers passing through to Lake Eildon in the Summer and Mt Buller during Winter.
It is also a welcome overnight venue for cyclists exploring the 134 kilometre Great Victorian Rail Trail which passes through Yea, just across the road from the hotel at the old railway station.
Being only 1.5 hours out of Melbourne it is the perfect distance for a day trip or overnight stop. Serving delicious Indian food from 5.30pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and more traditional pub fare from Thursday to Sunday, with lunch available on weekends only.
With boutique accommodation available as part of the premises, why not make the most of your visit and stay a night or two? With five queen rooms onsite and a two bedroom apartment nearby, Yea Peppercorn caters for couples and small groups.
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Open Studio with Darren Gilbert
Open Studio with Darren Gilbert is an art, design, and sculpture exhibition.
An open studio of pen and ink artwork of Australian animals and organic metal sculptures. Have the opportunity to see and purchase hand crafted artworks and sculptures direct from the artist.
STAY
House of Mi-Rin
House of Mi-Rin is a boutique farm-to-table retreat in Yea, where seasonal dining, wellness and slow living come together.
Guests can enjoy luxury accommodation, seasonal dining, farm experiences and spaces designed for rest, connection and stillness.
Each of their five spacious rooms have been thoughtfully designed with a zen-inspired aesthetic, blending minimalism, natural materials, and grounding tones to create an atmosphere of serene elegance.
Set on a working farm, the House of Mi-Rin experience is shaped by ingredients grown, harvested and fermented on-site, with Korean-inspired traditions influencing both the food and the guest experience.