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Piaf Day Spa Healesville, Yarra Valley is situated approximately 1 hour from Melbourne. Set on 10 secluded acres of lush tree ferns & rainforest Piaf Day Spa Yarra Valley is located 5 mins from the Healesville township.

Piaf Day Spa Yarra Valley specialises in massage, relaxation and luxury treatments for individuals, couples and small groups. Step into a magical world, surrounded by ancient rainforest ferns and tall peaceful gums in the Yarra Valley. Relax, refresh and rejuvenate as you experience luxurious facial, body and massage therapies in a tranquil environment where time stands still. Piaf Day Spa Yarra Valley- dreaming is just the beginning.

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A pioneering vineyard of the Yarra Valley's modern wine story, Seville Estate has a picturesque location among rolling hills and pastures. Mature gums and old orchards share this southern part of the valley with grape vines, and the feel is less fussed than the vineyard country further north. New owners maintain the estate's quality tradition, the cellar door is as friendly and relaxed as ever, the old label design is back, and young Dylan McMahon, grandson of founder Dr Peter McMahon, is an accomplished winemaker. Seville Estate continues in good hands.' Ralph Kyte-Powell When Dr Peter Mc Mahon planted the first vines at Seville Estate in 1972, it marked the rebirth of the Yarra Valley as a premium wine region. By the end of the decade Dr McMahon and his wife Margaret, along with producers such as Mount Mary, Yeringberg, Yarra Yering, St Huberts and the like were fashioning wines that served to re-establish the lofty reputation the Yarra Valley had enjoyed in the 19th century. From its first vintage, Seville Estate quickly established itself as one of the Yarra Valley's finest producers. Surprisingly in a region more renowned for its red wines produced from Cabernet and Pinot Noir, it was the Seville Estate Shiraz that received the most attention, quickly becoming one of Victoria's most sought after wines. These wines that have been called "one of Victoria's best kept secrets" are now some of the most stylish on the market, with back vintage tastings showing their superb ageing capacity. Today 35 years after Peter and Margaret started the dream; Seville Estate enters its third phase with new owner Graham and Margaret Van Der Meulen. They are fully hands-on in the vineyard, winery, and cellar door and plan to continue Seville's long-established record of producing consistently high quality wines.

Frequently named among the top Yarra Valley wineries, Yarra Yering’s proud tradition is being continued to great acclaim by current winemaker Sarah Crowe.

Sarah Crowe, named James Halliday’s 2017 Winemaker of the Year, focuses on giving individual blocks and varieties the time and attention they deserve to continue making high-quality wine.

Yarra Yering was established in 1969 at the foot of the Warramate Hills in Victoria's Yarra Valley by Doctor Bailey Carrodus. The cellar door is open for wine tasting seven days a week at this, one of the best, oldest and most beautiful Yarra Valley vineyards. Vineyard management places the emphasis on sustainability, hand picking, hand pruning and cropping at low levels to produce intensely flavoured fruit with great colour and high levels of natural acidity. The original 30 acre vineyard has gradually been expanded to just on 70 acres of vines with a broad range of varieties from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir through to Cabernet and Shiraz to Portuguese varieties planted on terraces at the top of the vineyard.

The wines are made in the Carrodus designed winery with purpose built equipment. Small batch fermentation in half tonne stainless steel fermenters, maturation in a mixture of new and old French oak barriques produces wines of great intensity and finesse. Elegant, supple and strongly varietal, the wines are approachable while young, but will reward cellaring under the suitable conditions reaching their peak of complexity and sophistication after 15 to 20 years in the bottle.

Rayner's Stonefruit Orchard currently grow over 300 varieties of fruit and is less than one hours drive from the city centre, located in Melbourne's food bowl, the Yarra Valley. Visit this real working farm to discover life on the land and delight in picking your own fruit and discover the different varieties and fantastic flavours of real tree ripened fruit. Take a guided orchard tractor fruit tasting tour with farmer Len Rayner and compare the fantastic flavours of about 12 varieties of fresh tree ripened fruit. If you wish to pick your own fruit have a drive of the Cherry picker, and tour the state of the art packing shed. The Peach Cafe and shop is open 9am to 5pm, seven days per week throughout the year from July 2013, except for Christmas Day. Tractor fruit tasting tours are available from December to April 9am to 4pm, seven days per week, Tractor Farm Discovery Tours run from May to November, fruit is now available to taste on tours right through the year. They welcome groups and buses and have year round tour and meal deal specials in the cafe for groups of 10 or more, come taste our freshly baked scones and farm-style pies and quiches! Please visit the website for more information.

Soumah of Yarra Valley is a premium wine producer located in the Warramate foothills of the Yarra Valley. Soumah is an acronym for our dress circle location "South of Maroondah Highway" (Soumah). The Butcher family passion for horticulture and the pursuit of fine wine is the driving-force for fashioning a single vineyard range with varietal and regional character. Their first two vintages attracted many accolades including their exclusive Savarro winning consecutive trophies at the 2011 and 2012 Federation Square Wine Showcase as well as gathering not less than 14 medals and trophies. The Soumah wine flight is expanding and they also feature Pinot Grigio, Viognier, Chardonnay, Shiraz, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon. Stay tuned for their upcoming Ai Fiori!.

The Big Bouquet is a modern, working cut flower farm and alpaca stud located in Healesville in the heart of the Yarra Valley, only an hour from Melbourne. Take the opportunity to visit and look behind the scenes. Learn firsthand about the growing of top quality gerberas and the breeding of alpacas. A guided tour of The Big Bouquet will take you into the massive three acre glasshouse in which the gerberas are grown and will introduce you to all the aspects involved in producing these stunning cut flowers. The educational display in the visitor centre will lead you through the fascinating science of gerbera propagation and growth. Flowers, plants and seeds are available for purchase. The tour also includes an informative talk on alpacas, and an opportunity to take a close look at these friendly creatures. For visitors wanting to enter the alpaca industry there are animals for sale and ongoing support and advice is all part of the after-sale service offered by The Big Bouquet. All attractions are under cover. In the glasshouse you can enjoy the comfort of a minimum year-round temperature of 18 degrees Celsius. There is full wheelchair access to all attractions. In the gift shop you will find an extensive range of alpaca products, ranging from raw fleeces right through to luxurious garments made from alpaca fibre blended with silk. The range includes coats, scarves, wraps, jumpers, cardigans, hats, gloves, knitting yarns, blankets, socks, throw rugs, slippers etc. The shop also carries a range of locally produced culinary delights. The cafe serves light lunches, Devonshire teas, cakes and great coffees. All this accompanied by a friendly chat! For visitors preferring to take their own food, picnic facilities are available in the park and there is even a playground for the kids.

Medhurst Wines is the realisation of the long held and shared vision of Ross and Robyn Wilson, to make wines of provenance from their Yarra Valley property. Medhurst Wines prides itself on creating critically acclaimed, estate grown, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Rosé, Pinot Noir, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon wines. Each Medhurst Wine reflects the site and variety from which it is made and the season in which it is grown. They take great pleasure in offering a unique tasting experience, in a relaxed atmosphere with magical views. Their cellar door has recently been redesigned to include 'Medhurst Cellar Door and More' which offers high quality food matched with their wines. "Even in a region of beautiful vineyards and countryside, impressive wineries and vineyards, Medhurst is a benchmark. The driveway meanders past an old red shed beside a dam, contemporary pieces of sculpture, up to a smart cellar door and casual restaurant among the trees. Large glass windows and a terrace allow visitors lovely views, and the staff are ultra-friendly and very professional. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir excel here, and the well-priced second label, Red Shed, offers great value." Review by Ralph Kyte-Powell. Medhurst Wines is Estate grown, low cropped and handmade. Please contact for details.

Nestled in a beautiful cottage in the centre of Healesville, Silvermist Studio is both the home and gallery of Goldsmith Tim Peel. Tim, a fellow of the Gold and Silversmiths Guild of Australia, has been designing handmade jewellery for more than 20 years. He hammers, bends, forges in silver, gold and platinum around precious gemstones such as diamonds, sapphires and rubies to create something special for every important occasion. Perhaps the most special occasion of all, planning your engagement and wedding is the perfect reason to visit Silvermist Studio and have Tim design and create the ideal rings for you. Buying the engagement ring is so romantic that you should make it into a lasting memory. Why not enjoy a wonderful weekend away in Healesville with its romantic getaways and stunning food and wine. Please contact Silvermist Studio Jewellers Gallery for further information or visit their website.

At Squitchy Lane Vineyard, they work hard in the vineyard to make sure their winemaker doesn't have to work hard in the winery. If the grapes are not right, no amount of winemaking attention can fix them. Squitchy Lane Vineyard let their grapes do the talking. That is their winemaking philosophy. This means reducing winery additives and regular but gentle handling of the wines since they believe there is a substantial difference between physical and chemical inputs. The end result is a group of wines that are balanced, harmonious and graceful. Squitchy Lane Vineyard strive for full flavour development at low alcohol levels so the wines can refresh as well as sustain the soul. Squitchy Lane Vineyard grow and produce Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. Visit their rustic cellar door for a truly authentic wine tasting, open during the weekends.

Stefani Estate is a family owned boutique winery which has spectacular vineyards in both the Yarra Valley and Heathcote regions, Victoria. The wines produced have consistently received top reviews from renown Australian wine writer James Halliday described their wines as "with attitude and above average structure" within the 2012 Australia Wine Companion. Stefani Estate offers a selection of hand-crafted elegant wines from three single vineyard sites. 'The View' range includes Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from the highest vineyard site in the Yarra Valley. The more temperate 'The Gate' vineyard site produces delicious Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Sangiovese. From Heathcote the robust reds produced include Merlot and very popular Shiraz. All vines are hand-pruned and fruit hand-picked to ensure top quality wines are produced for the customers. Please contact Stefani Estate for more information or view their website.

Seville Hill is a picturesque hilltop vineyard in the southern part of the Yarra Valley, just off the road to Warburton. Mature camellias add colour to the well-tended vineyard surrounds, and large elms provide shade for those who visit to enjoy the music. A family member is a jazz muso and a top notch band features here during warmer weather. The wines are very good, and they sometimes successfully explore unorthodox territory for the Yarra Valley - try the Sparkling, Tempranillo or Vintage Port to see what I mean.' RALPH KYTE-POWELL The involvement of John and Josie D'Aloisio in the agricultural industry began over 30 years ago culminating with the establishment of Seville Hill Vineyard and Winery in 1991. Located in the picturesque country town of Seville in the heart of the Yarra Valley, John and Josie have produced quality fruit from 43 acres of deep rich volcanic soil since 1985 which has been the foundation and has led to the development of Seville Hill Wines. Summer Jazz at Seville Hill has become a regular event held during September to April every year, have a BBQ lunch or a cheese platter while enjoying a glass of wine, spectacular views and soothing music. Please see website for more details. Bundaleer House, a three bedroom fully contained home with large living area is available or up to six people with a continental breakfast included. Situated at the foot of the vineyard with a beautiful garden and an abundance of bird life.

Come and enjoy a Heritage Railway Ride from Healesville Station through the beautiful Yarra Valley to the 150 metre long brick tunnel on the Yarra Valley Railway. Bring your family on the 40 minute return trip. The kids will love the ride with a tunnel, the eagle's nest and possible kangaroos along the way. Before and after your trip you can relax in front of the fire with a cappuccino while the kids enjoy themselves on the extensive children's adventure play ground at the front of the station. Group bookings involve a minimum cost and should be made at least three days in advance. One ride can cater for a maximum of 40 passengers. For groups with more than 40 passengers, two trips can be made. Refreshments including soft drinks, cappuccino, tea, hot chocolate and snacks are on sale in the station kiosk. Morning and afternoon tea or salad meals can be arranged on request. Night Owls travel under the stars along the track to see the sights and hear the sounds of the valley at night. The ride returns for a meal. Ask about the Night Owl Specials, meal and ride deal. Groups only. Group bookings involve a minimum cost and should be made at least three days in advance of travel for non- scheduled days. Minimum cost of charter for groups is $350. Normal fares apply. One ride can cater for a maximum of 40 passengers. For groups with more than 40 passengers, two trips can be made. A round trip takes 40 minutes to complete. Special Events include the Heritage Festival in September, the Ghost Train in October. For all details regarding these events and new events please visit the Yarra Valley Railway website.

Healesville Sanctuary, in the heart of the Yarra Valley, is world-renowned as the best place to see Australian wildlife in their natural habitat. The Sanctuary is 30 hectares or 70 acres of bushland offers a distinctly Australian setting for visitors to experience unique close-up encounters with some of Australia's unique and endearing wildlife, including koalas, kangaroos, wombats, emus, dingoes, birds of prey and platypus. It is also an ideal place to enjoy the best food and wine the Yarra Valley has to offer. Do not miss seeing 'Spirits of the Sky', a free flight presentation featuring Australian raptors such as the Wedge Tailed Eagle, and colourful parrot species. The reptile presentation 'Fearsome to Awesome' boasts Australia's most deadly snakes in an arena show. In January 2013 Healesville Sanctuary welcomed, a world first, Platypus show! Visitors are free to explore the Australian Wildlife Health Centre a working veterinary hospital treating over 2000 orphaned, ill or injured wildlife every year. Their expert team shares the journey of animal rescue, rehabilitation and release with the Sanctuary's visitors. Healesville Sanctuary is an Australian wildlife experience that centres on local conservation and indigenous culture. Set in a beautiful natural environment, the Sanctuary offers a place for people and animals to reconnect with nature from creek to canopy. Healesville Sanctuary plays a critical role in saving some of the world's most endangered animals. Children under 15 years of age receive free entry every weekend, during Victorian school holidays and on Victorian public holidays.

Payne's Rise Winery is incorporated into the 1860's homestead and property of Seville's first settler, Thomas Payne. Their cellar door gives visitors the opportunity to wander through the original house and outbuildings. They aim to present a place rich in history, charm and character, where visitors can relax and enjoy their fine wines. Payne's Rise Winery invite visitors to experience first-hand the early history of their unique property. Relax under ancient elms and oaks surrounded by the wonderful panorama of the Yarra Valley. Sample fine wines and enjoy a cheese or antipasto platter, coffee or cake and delight in their eclectic mix of old and new. Payne's Rise wines are now establishing themselves as a premium Yarra Valley producer. Current release wines have won many awards in various cool climate wine shows around the country. Including four Trophies from the Yarra Valley wine show for their 2010 Redlands Shiraz. Winning Best Shiraz and Best Single Vineyard Wine and 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Winning Best Cabernet and Best Single Vineyard Red Wine. Payne's Rise is a unique Yarra Valley venue for weddings and special functions. They also have live music on the last Sunday of every month and are also a part of the annual Yarra Valley winery festivals. Each year they host the 'Shortest Lunch' held in June as well as 'Shedfest' held the second weekend in October each year. For further information please the website.

The TarraWarra Museum of Art is the first privately funded, significant public visual arts museum to be set up under the Australian Government's philanthropic measures announced in March 1999. TWMA operates as a not-for-profit institution, with a charter to display Australian art from the second half of the twentieth century to the present day. Eva and Marc Besen had long dreamt of sharing their inexhaustible passion for Australian art with the people of Australia and beyond. In 1999, the first steps were taken to make this dream a reality, with the formulation of a vision for a new museum in the Yarra Valley, with its own collection of Australian art chosen from their private collection that has been lovingly assembled over the last fifty years. In 2000, an architectural competition was conducted with five of Melbourne's most outstanding architects invited to present design schemes for the museum. Allan Powell's design for this elegant building, arcing gently from the earth in concert with the contours and hues of the landscape, was chosen. This realisation of Eva and Marc Besen's vision in their gift to the public, provides a retreat from the city and an opportunity to experience three of their enduring passions, Australian modern art, architecture and the beautiful Yarra Valley landscape. 2011-2012 Exhibition Program includes: - Sandra Leveson: Paintings of Poise & Passion (6 August - 2 October 2011) - Boundary Line (6 August - 2 October 2011) - James Morrison: The Great Tasmanian Wars (6 August - 13 November 2011) - William Delafield Cook: A Survey (15 October 2011 - 12 February 2012) - Jacqueline Mitelman: Facetime (15 October 2011 - 12 February 2012) - Sam Leach: The Ecstasy of Infrastructure (19 November 2011 - 4 March 2012)

Maroondah features gardens with stands of native and exotic trees, native animals and birds and walking tracks. Its playground, lawns and cool summer shade make it a popular picnic destination in warmer months. Photograph the historic Rose Stairway which is at its best in Autumn. Enjoy azaleas and rhododendrons in full bloom in spring. During the wetter months experience the awesome force of the water tumbling over the spillway. Before you go Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.

Healesville Glass Blowing Studio is the studio of artists Tim Bassett and Tali Dalton. The studio was established in 2009 and is located in the beautiful Yarra Valley winery region of Victoria. Tim and Tali create a range of glass art from sculpture, chandeliers and custom lighting to blown glass vases, platters and bowls. Between them their work is held in several museum collections around the world including The Australian National Glass Art Collection and The Victoria and Albert museum in London. Visitors to the studio are able to watch the ancient art of glass blowing from the mezzanine viewing area in the gallery. The opportunity for a hands on experience is also offered, you can make your own paperweight or book in for a beginners glassblowing class. Whether you are looking for a unique piece of affordable art, a collectable work of art or a little memento of your visit to the Yarra Valley, the studio creates something for everyone. If you are looking for things to do in The Yarra Valley come and experience the intriguing art of glassblowing!

Boat O'Craigo has one of the Yarra Valley's best located cellar doors. At the far end of Healesville en route to the high country, it sits above vines next to Graceburn River. Forested hills and mountains fill the panoramic windows, kangaroos and wild ducks fossick among the vines and magpies chortle in the trees. Excellent whites are made from Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, elegant reds from Pinot Noir and Shiraz. Try them here with a grazing plate of local specialities, sit back and breathe the mountain air.

The ancestors of Boat O'Craigo Wines haled from the township of Craigo in Scotland. Their farm was located on the banks of the River Esk where the ferry would dock. Hence they named their farm Boat O'Craigo. Drawing from this Scottish heritage, comes Boat O'Craigo Vineyards with wines that also carry names synonymous with Scotland's history.

One of the highest altitude vineyards in the Yarra Valley, the vines lay in the foothills of the Black Spur Ranges. It is here that the cellar door is situated. Floor to ceiling views over looking the vineyard and Mt. Riddle make this a truly spectacular experience when you walk through the door.

The Kitchen is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12 to 4pm. The menu is designed for you to share with companions to enable a taste of everything. Make your choice from a range of antipasto paddles and pizzas, salads and desserts matched with your favourite Boat O'Craigo wine.

Explore 20 beautiful acres of stimulating, fun filled activities to suit all ages. Hedgend Maze offers a creative environment that stimulates fun, creative thinking and shared memories. 

If you enjoy being active, run through our mazes and challenge your family and friends to unlimited Mini Golf and Frisbee Golf. Enjoy a game of trust as a partner blindfolds you and navigates you through the Native Maze. Unearth dinosaur bones in the Fossil dig. The Tangled web will test your agility. If you enjoy visual brainteasers you’ll love the rainbow maze and giant eye spy’s. 

Analyze and solve the cryptic secret message hidden inside the Famous 1.2km Hedge Maze, or perhaps you prefer to surround yourself in nature, you’ll enjoy our magnificent panoramic views of the gorgeous Yarra Valley. Bring all your family and friends and celebrate togetherness or find an intimate spot to picnic with some one special – we also have free BBQs and a rustic café on site. Experience all Hedgend has to offer, as you spend a special day out creating lasting memories with your loved ones. 

Hedgend also offer Laser Sport - a combat simulation game, for something completely different during your visit. Sessions run separately from Hedgend Maze and it is recommended you book ahead of your arrival to avoid disappointment. Laser Sport is the most realistic and advanced combat simulation skirmish to be found anywhere in Melbourne. Teams work together on planning and strategy, enabling them to achieve their aims to fulfil military missions and matches. Participants engage in a minimum of four matches over the two-hour session, spreading over different areas the Hedgend Maze property. So prepare yourself for an exciting team game using stealth, stamina and plenty of tactics to get the adrenaline pumping.

Every school holidays we deck the park out in a unique, special theme, which includes extra themed activities and unlimited access to our outdoor Laser Sport!  Hope to see you soon! 

General Addmission Costs:

Children (4-17 yrs.): $15.00
Adults (18+):  $18.00
Family Pass (4 adults/children): $60.00 (Additional family members $20 pp)
Pensioner/Concession (must display card): $15.00 
Carer (must display carer card): Free
Children Under 4: Free 

School Holiday/ Public Holiday Admission Prices:

(Includes full park access, access to extra activities and unlimited Laser Sport)
Children (4-17 yrs.): $20.00
Adults (18+): $25.00
Family Pass (4 adults/children) $80.00 (Additional family members $20 pp) 
Pensioner concession (must display card): $20.00 
Carer (must display carer card): Free
Children Under 4: Free