We’re all holidaying a bit nearer to dwelling lately… which is definitely completely FINE when there are such a lot of great locations to go to on our doorstep! For Victorians, South Gippsland is without doubt one of the most picturesque locations inside shut proximity to Melbourne (two hours, give or take). We just lately spent a day there, capturing among the space’s prime spots to go to.
Our information was inside designer Andrea Moore, who truly grew up within the city of Meeniyan, and moved again right here from Melbourne three years in the past to be nearer to her Dad, and to rework her household farm into a novel boutique lodging providing. With three distinct buildings which have been re-imagined by Andrea, her Dad and a number of native craftspeople, Ross Farm is a very distinctive place to remain, and an incredible base from which to discover South Gippsland.
We hope you get pleasure from our little information to A Excellent Day in South Gippsland!
Ross Farm, Meeniyan
The creation of boutique lodging Ross Farm may be very a lot a household challenge, and represents an in depth collaboration between Andrea and her Dad, Lindsay. The daddy-daughter duo labored carefully with native craftspeople to replace three disused farm buildings on this property, changing them into boutique accomodation.
The property contains a hanging mixture of rustic, textural supplies corresponding to charred timber, marine plywood, travertine and uncooked brass, alongside recycled parts, corresponding to a Japanese-inspired concrete tub – created from a repurposed agricultural water trough!
Ross Farm has earned rave critiques since opening in 2018 – and is such a novel, stunning place to remain all 12 months spherical.
Moo’s at Meeniyan
Moo’s is one among Meeniyan’s greatest liked cafes, and has been right here for greater than a decade. Nonetheless, final 12 months, the place underwent a serious re-design, with new interiors by Andrea. While the inside format, furnishings, lighting and branding have all been refreshed, the cafe nonetheless has the identical wonderful meals and atmosphere locals and guests have come to like. Pop in for a superb espresso, breakfast or lunch, and on Friday and Saturday nights it’s open for dinner, too.
89 Whitelaw Avenue, Meeniyan
Udder and Hoe, Loch
Udder and Hoe is a grocer, providore and low store, promoting an exquisite array of recent produce and domestically made preserves, wines and extra. They’ve two retailers – this one, in Loch village (one of many prettiest cities within the space), and one other at Kilcunda.
It’s a beautiful little retailer that resembles a modernised, rustic tin shed – with its distinctive pitched roof and corrugated iron facade. Pop in for an incredible espresso, fill up on provisions, and have a bit wander by way of the historic Loch village while you’re right here.
37 Victoria Rd, Loch
Waratah Hills Winery, Fish Creek
Waratah Hills is one among many improbable wineries within the space, and is one among Andrea’s favorite spots for lunch and a glass of wine. Pop in to the cellar door and check out their well-known pinot noir, and/or settle in for a scrumptious informal lunch of shared plates, tasting platters and cheeseboards, overlooking the vineyards. Located in Fish Creek, Waratah Hills is slightly below an hour away from the spectacular seashores of Wilson’s Promenade, and is open Friday by way of Sunday.
20 Cottmans Rd, Fish Creek
Picnic Bay, Wilsons Promontory
You actually can’t go to South Gippsland with out visiting Wilsons Promontory Nationwide Park. These are among the most pristine seashores in Australia, and the views actually do take your breath away! Andrea took us to one among her favorite spots within the Southern part of Wilsons Promenade – the look out level between two beautiful seashores at Picnic Bay and Whisky Bay. It’s simply accessible by automotive – park within the Picnic Bay carpark, and it’s a 5 minute stroll to the viewing platform pictured within the video. Significantly spectacular!
There’s by no means been a greater time to discover regional Victoria. Keep shut, go additional and plan your subsequent getaway right here. Keep in mind, tourism and hospitality companies have doing it robust recently so, remember, to #travelkind.