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Simon Gaythorpe Open Garden, Olinda

Simon Gaythorpe Open Garden, Olinda

by Carmel | Jan 27, 2020 | Attractions, Dandenong Ranges, Events, Parks & nature

Visit this spectacular hillside garden in the Dandenong Ranges. Simon Gaythorpe has created a stunning garden full of rare and exotic plants…

Video | Emerald Lake Park – something for everyone!

Video | Emerald Lake Park – something for everyone!

by Carmel | Dec 5, 2019 | Attractions, Dandenong Ranges, Emerald, Parks & nature, Wildlife

Emerald Lake Park is a great place for nature & fun. There are so many things to see and do – even a Puffing Billy station inside the park!

Bruno’s Art & Sculpture Garden

Bruno’s Art & Sculpture Garden

by Carmel | Dec 3, 2019 | Art, Attractions, Parks & nature

Bruno Torfs’ art brings joy to visitors from all over the world. He has created a rich fantasy world from clay, set in a beautiful rainforest.

Emerald – escape to the Dandenong Ranges

Emerald – escape to the Dandenong Ranges

by Carmel | Jun 3, 2019 | Attractions, Dandenong Ranges, Emerald, Parks & nature

Emerald is a stunning little village in the Dandenong Ranges that’s brimming with country charm – and I should know because I live here!

Horse Riding in the Dandenong Ranges

Horse Riding in the Dandenong Ranges

by Carmel | May 12, 2019 | Attractions, Dandenong Ranges, Parks & nature, Views and vistas, Walking tracks

Explore the Dandenong Ranges on horseback. Beginners and experienced riders welcome. 1 & 2hr trail rides, every weekend except …

10 species of wildlife in the Dandenong Ranges

10 species of wildlife in the Dandenong Ranges

by Carmel | May 8, 2019 | Attractions, Buzz, Dandenong Ranges, Parks & nature, Wildlife

Check out this selection of 10 awesome birds and animals you want to look out for when visiting the Dandenong Ranges.

U-Pick trail. Grab your own fresh fruit.

U-Pick trail. Grab your own fresh fruit.

by Carmel | May 5, 2019 | Attractions, Dandenong Ranges, Parks & nature

The U-Pick trail lists all the places in the Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Valley where you can pick your own delicious fruit. A fun day out!

Event: Open Day at Mont De Lancey Historic Home

Event: Open Day at Mont De Lancey Historic Home

by Carmel | Apr 29, 2019 | Attractions, Dandenong Ranges, Events, Music, Parks & nature, Uncategorized

5 May 2019. Open Day at Mont De Lancey historic homestead. See a working property as it used to be in the 1800’s. Fun & educational!

George Tindale Memorial Gardens

George Tindale Memorial Gardens

by Carmel | Apr 23, 2019 | Attractions, Dandenong Ranges, Parks & nature

George Tindale Memorial Gardens are like a secret find. Lesser known than other gardens in the area, yet stunning all year round.

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  • Gardening in the hills is a BIG job!
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  • Guest’s private fernery & patio
  • New feature wall in the bedroom
  • We’re officially one of Airbnb’s best of the best

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