Published 25 November 2019
Here are 5 reasons why the Yarra Valley should be your next conference destination:
1. Just one hour’s drive from Melbourne for an easy getaway
Photo: Balgownie Estate
One hour’s drive from the city bustle, but a world away with picturesque landscapes across valleys and mountains. Always green, the Yarra Valley is a restful place where distractions are purely natural. Wildlife, open pastures, vineyards, bushwalks in the forest and never-ending green, every day of the year makes for a pleasant change from city scapes. And fresh air accompanies every easy-to-access view of the valley.
2. Accommodation options for every size and type of conference
Photo: Yarra Valley Lodge
From small intimate groups in boutique accommodation to larger groups of up to 100 people for multi-night accommodation, there are plenty of options to choose from in the Yarra Valley. Professional conference services and accommodation can be found here:
- Yarra Gables – 6 rooms
- Potter’s Receptions – 8 rooms
- Marybrooke Manor – 20 suites
- The Warehouse at Meletos – 23 rooms
- Yarra Valley Estate – 48 rooms
- Holmesglen at Eildon – 50 rooms
- CountryPlace – 62 rooms
- Balgownie Estate – 70 rooms
- Canterbury International – 71 rooms
- RACV Country Club Healesville – 80 rooms
- VIBE Marysville – 100 rooms
- Yarra Valley Lodge – 102 rooms
3. One-stop facilities
Photo: Holmeslgen at Eildon
No need to leave. Arrive, check in and have every need met without needing to ask. Streamline your conference planning with a Yarra Valley destination conference venue. Country Place, Bunjil Place, Canterbury International Hotel and Eildon at Holmesglen provide restful accommodation, state-of-the-art facilities, incredible senses of place and a total conference experience that will be appreciated by your entire team – especially your organisers.
4. Direct access to premium produce and hatted restaurants
When it’s time to set the bar for quality, Melbourne’s Yarra Valley food bowl is a great case study. With more than 90 wineries to explore, artisanal makers and farmgates, and fresh produce in abundance there’s much to discover and savour. Learn from the best at Rayner’s Orchards, or wander the edible forest at Yarra Valley Estate.
Photo: Levantine Hill
The worth of a great team is priceless and that’s the luxe feel that permeates a dining or conference experience at Levantine Hill and Oakridge Wines. Proudly Hatted restaurants, the example of excellence will not be lost on your people.
And it’s easy to move people with tour operators such as Yarra Valley A2B and Wine Compass who can put together tailor made itineraries for you.
5. Diversity of experiences
There is so much diversity in the one compact destination – from Rochford Wines to Gumbuya World to Puffing Billy, there’s always an activity that will engage your people beyond the business meeting. Visit world-class galleries, the Healesville Sanctuary, or Rayner’s Orchard for some ‘off-the agenda’ activities where a little fun can bring new vigour to working relationships. The RACV Country Club, with its world class golf course and facilities, is a luxe getaway worthy of your star performers.
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Yarra Gables
Yarra Gables is a boutique accommodation property in Healesville in the Yarra Valley. It has a range of room styles and a 3-bedroom villa. -
Potter’s Receptions
With on-site accommodation, breathtaking waterfalls, manicured gardens, intimate retreat, alfresco bar and wisteria draped courtyard, plus our stunning grand dining room we have everything you require for a perfect event. -
Marybrooke Manor
Marybrooke is nestled on the edge of the majestic Sherbrooke Forest in the Dandenong Ranges. This magnificent National Trust listed reception centre and guesthouse is the perfect one-stop destination for your next meeting, conference, training session, workshop or corporate retreat. -
The Warehouse at Meletos
Set amongst rows of vineyards and apple trees,The Warehouse at Meletos is a beautifully detailed space encapsulating the perfect blend of industrial and rustic design to motivate and inspire your team. -
Yarra Valley Estate
Yarra Valley Estate is a proudly sustainable, conference & events venue, with 48 rooms of accommodation, on 120 acres of naturally beautiful bushland with one of the largest Edible Forests in Victoria. -
Holmesglen at Eildon
Just 2 hours north east of Melbourne, Holmesglen at Eildon is a multi award winning venue with a unique blend of conferencing and event spaces, accommodation and outdoor activities. -
Panorama Retreat & Resort
Panorama Retreat & Resort invites you to discover a blissful retreat just over an hour from Melbourne, nestled amidst the breathtaking Dandenong Ranges. Our sprawling 10-acre estate offers an immersive experience for those seeking a tranquil haven, crafting an unforgettable escape. Whether you’re seeking a serene escape, planning conferences, orchestrating events, or weddings, we stand as Victoria’s premier venue in the heart of the Dandenong Ranges. -
Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley
Balgownie Estate Vineyard Resort & Spa is a luxury four and a half star resort just under an hour’s drive from Melbourne’s Tullamarine airport. -
Private: Canterbury International Hotel
Our beautifully designed, independent hotel is the perfect blend of old and new. With an unexpected elegance, we have created a warm and inviting environment to eat, meet, drink and sleep at. -
RACV Healesville Country Club & Resort
RACV Healesville Country Club offers a selection of breathtaking and versatile conference and event choices, backed up by unique facilities and a brilliant location in Victoria’s picturesque Yarra Valley. -
Peppers Marysville
Peppers Marysville a 90 minute drive from Melbourne offers 100 contemporary styled accommodation rooms, a Conference/ Events centre accommodating up to 350 pax; Andiamo, our onsite restaurant & bar, a heated outdoor pool, sauna, gym & tennis court. -
Yarra Valley Lodge
Luxury Yarra Valley accommodation featuring 102 spacious and superbly appointed guest rooms which all include breakfast and balconies overlooking the surrounding hills and valleys. -
Healesville Sanctuary
Wander through the tranquil tracks and meet over 200 species of Australian animals, including the iconic koalas, kangaroos, platypus, dingoes, wombats and emus in their natural surrounds. -
Rayner’s Orchard
Rayner’s Orchard currently grow over 450 varieties of fruit and is around an hours drive from the city centre, located in Melbourne’s food bowl, the Yarra Valley. -
Levantine Hill
Levantine Hill offers the perfect venue for any occasion. Meticulously crafted bespoke menus to complement the Levantine Hill wines, an unforgettable experience for your guests. -
Oakridge Wines
Located in the very heart of the Yarra Valley, Oakridge embodies all that this exceptional region has to offer: the finest wines, delightful food and magnificent scenery. -
Puffing Billy Railway
Step into a timeless world of wonder with Australia’s favourite steam train, Puffing Billy, located in the heart of the Dandenong Ranges and only one-hour east of Melbourne. -
Yarra Valley A2B
Yarra Valley A2B is a private small group luxury Transfer and Tour Company that delivers a range of transport services to move guests in and around the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges. -
Wine Compass
Wine Compass’ corporate wine tours will ensure your entire group has a fantastic time. Tailored to meet the needs of all kinds of groups, both large and small, we’ll guide you on a palate-pleasing tour of the best wine and produce that the beautiful Yarra Valley has to offer. -
Rochford Wines
Rochford’s large indoor spaces and expansive grounds are your virtual blank canvas to create the ideal event; from intimate dinners to incentive groups and large product launches and events.
