Hotel in Lake Eildon (High Country)

Eucalypt Ridge Lodge

Eucalypt Ridge is a private and exclusive  sanctuary adjoining Lake Eildon National Park. Eucalypt Ridge is a haven for those who realise the need to take time out, enjoy quiet moments with a loved one, or with one's self.

Eucalypt Ridge has been chosen by the Paris based Les Meilleurs Hotels du Monde as one of the world's most exclusive 200 hotels.

* "Eucalypt Ridge is justly acclaimed: yes, it's expensive, yes it's exclusive, but we think this five-star sanctuary is simply one of the most divine places for a pampering escape. A luxury package here is all-inclusive, right down to some of the finest wines that money can buy, and first class, dinner-party-style dining. The internationally acclaimed property is based around a modern, split-level house on a bush ridge with stunning views of Lake Eildon and the Goulburn Valley. Up to four couples are welcomed at a time (no children under 16)."

Two luxuriously furnished lounges invite you to unwind with music (on CD or at the grand piano), a movie, or a book. Relax with other guests or, if you prefer, spend a few private moments in quiet contemplation of the distant hills.

Dining

Evening is the time to enjoy good company and conversation As daylight fades, guests gather in the lounge for cocktails before sharing a memorable meal prepared with the very best ingredients and accompanied by the finest regional wines.

Cuisine: Catering for only 8 persons allows us to pamper the palate of the most discerning guest. The freshest seasonal foods from the most fastidious suppliers are brought from Melbourne and menus are created from these supplies by our chef, Corinne.

Corinne uses her experiences of cooking and dining at many of Australia's, Asia's, Italy's, Switzerland's and France's best cooking schools and restaurants to direct and create the style of cuisine at Eucalypt Ridge. Most of our bread is baked on the property. All of our ice-creams, fruit ices and sorbets are churned in our fabulous Carpigiani machine.Cappuccino, espresso and filtered coffees plus a wide variety of teas are available for our guests.

Beverages (All inclusive): We are pleased to offer the very best of Yarra Valley, and indeed Australia's, super premium wines, and delighted to include the superb Mount Mary, Yarra Yering and Yeringberg wines. French champagne and the best methode champenoise are also included in our tariff, as is a comprehensive range of spirits and Australian and imported beers.

ACCOMMODATION DETAILS

All guest suites have been constructed to the highest levels of major 5 star hotel rooms. Each suite has been elegantly decorated individually, to accommodate the personal colour preferences of our guests.

  • Suite 1 .... peach (king double/twin)
  • Suite 2 .... soft eucalypt green (king double/twin)
  • Suite 3 .... pink musk (king double/twin)
  • Suite 4 .... sky blue (king double/twin)

Facilities in each suite:

    • selection of 3 types of pillows: European/down/synthetic
    • doonas or blankets
    • 2 luxurious leather armchairs with reading lamps
    • IDD telephone ... usually guests are trying to escape the phone
    • in-slab floor heating
    • reverse cycle air-conditioning (split system)

Facilities in each en-suite:

    • granite and mirrors abound
    • thermostatically controlled shower
    • Frederick Grohe bathroom fittings
    • heated towell rail
    • thick bathrobes
    • towells ... bath and sheet size
    • hair dryer
    • bathroom toiletries and first-aid requirements

All suites serviced daily at the usual level of major 5 star city hotels. Facilities on private balconies:

    • northern sunshine
    • superb lake and mountain views
    • cantilevered over state forest tree tops
    • unique, frameless glass balustrading
    • 2 dense-cushioned sun lounges
    • coffee table
    • COMPLETE PRIVACY

Features
Eucalypt Ridge has all the appointments and amenities to which you may be accustomed. Individually decorated suites, fine dining, discreet five star service. And some you may have been deprived of.Clear skies, uninterrupted views, untouched bushland, peace, quiet, privacy.

SOCIAL HUB
The major areas for socialising within the guest house are fully air-conditioned and have floor heating and log fires for the three winter months.
  • lounges (2)
  • communal dining
  • library
  • panoramic views
  • fine furniture
  • commissioned works of art
  • open fires
  • Bang & Olufsen 9000/Beovox CD and AV9000 surround sound mini-cinema systems
  • extensive array of compact discs and videos
  • pool table
  • selection of mind games
  • daily papers
  • Villeroy & Boch crockery, Christofle "Aria Gold" cutlery
  • Grand Piano

Activities at Eucalypt Ridge
  • Rest, relax & be well and truly looked after.
  • If you feel like being on your own for a while, the view can stll be enjoyed from the privacy of your own balcony.
  • Picnics....backpacks to go, or gourmet hampers brought to your picnic paradise.
  • Limousine tour of the local points of interest.
  • Glorious walks for all ages & fitness levels. Our mobile phones enable you to "call for a limo pick-up".
  • Day and night tennis on a Stategrade standard supergrasse court atop out forested mountain ridge.
  • Star-gazing through our telescope with monthly explanatory notes from the Planetarium.
  • Recreation room where CDs, videos, TV, pool table & open bar can be enjoyed.

Activities around Eucalypt Ridge (not included in overnights rates)
Picnics and gourmet hampers accompany you on all activities that take you away from Eucalypt Ridge for the day.
  • Lake Eildon & its rivers are the fly-fishing centre of Victoria. Local fly-fishing expert, Bill Bourke, (radio reporter on what the fish are eating), takes Eucalypt Ridge guests on private, personalised fishing experiences. First-timers taught the delicate art of fly-fishing and experienced anglers are guided to where the fish are biting. Visit the State Hatchery where all the trout are bred for release into all the streams of Victoria.
  • Horse-riding at one of the local riding schools, with the opportunity for the experienced riders to adventure into the High Plains as did "The Man From Snowy River".( Watch the movie starring Kirk Douglas, in our mini-cinema.)
  • Bush-walking at Lake Eildon National Park where one enjoys friendly encounters with the native birds and animals. Walks range from an easy 1 hour stroll to challenging day treks.
  • Golf at the nearby picturesque and well-maintained Eildon Golf Club. The kangaroos will join you at dusk as you finish your game!
  • Hire a pontoon to motor gently about on the lake. Sunbake, swim, fish on your own special platform.

Short drives from Eucalypt Ridge

Climate
Temperate. Temperatures range from zero degrees Celsius in the winter to the high 30's in summer. Spring, Summer and Autumn provide the best of all weather to experience and enjoy the outdoors of Australia. The driest time of the year is Autumn, with Winter being the next driest. Spring is the most changeable but still superb in this part of Victoria. Winter, unlike other parts of Victoria and Australia, means snow at many of the surrounding peaks and even at Eucalypt Ridge.

Dress
Smart casual seems to be the most popular with the opportunity to change into something special for the Saturday evening formal dinner. Indoor shoes or similar would be appreciated within the confines of the building.

Location
145km north-east of Melbourne, "Eucalypt Ridge" is an easy 2 hour drive through the ever-changing eastern suburbs of Melbourne to the fabulous Yarra Valley vineyards. On through the magnificent Mountain Ash forest of the Great Dividing Range, the pastures of the Goulburn Valley and up to the High Country where "Eucalypt Ridge" stands on its forested mountain top.

Driving directions from Melbourne Airport

After leaving the airport, travel towards Melbourne along the Tullamarine Freeway and turn left (east) onto the Western Ring Road - a distance of approximately 4 kilometres. 

Drive east along the Western Ring Road for a distance of approximately 6.5 kilometres and turn left (north) onto the Hume Highway/Freeway (No 31) - a major freeway intersection with the main Sydney/Melbourne road. Quite a long drive now up the Hume Highway/Freeway, and take the Broadford/Flowerdale off ramp (past the Sunday Creek off ramp) - a distance of approx. 58 kilometres.

Turn right (east) over the Freeway bridge towards Strath Creek and zero your car odometer at this point, as all distances hereafter will have their origin at this Freeway bridge. You will now travel through the towns(!) of Tyaak, Strath Creek and Kerrisdale (ignore the Flowerdale turnoff) until the "T" intersection with the Goulburn Valley Highway at 27.9kms.

Turn right (east) towards Yea and you will pass through the towns of Yea and Molesworth until you reach the Alexandra turnoff to the right (still east) at 62.4kms. You will arrive at a "T" intersection with the Maroondah Highway at 68.8kms. 

Turn right (south) and travel along the Maroondah Highway (which is also the Goulburn Valley along this section) to Alexandra. At 75.7kms you arrive at the only major cross road intersection in Alexandra and turn left along the Goulburn Valley Highway towards Eildon. Out of town, at 77.4kms, veer left and leave the Goulburn Valley Highway for the Lake Eildon National Park Road. At 88.5kms, you arrive at Haines Saddle roundabout. Turn right along Skyline Road signposted Eildon. At 90.5kms, there is a scenic lookout where you can see Eucalypt Ridge in the distance. 92.5kms brings you to the first set of electronic security gates at Eucalypt Ridge. Proceed a further 170m down the mountain to our second set of gates which will require a sharp U-turn, and where there is a buzzer and an intercom on the first brick pillar.
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