Chateau Yering sits amongst the lush green landscape of the Yarra Valley. The old historic house is the epitome of charm and elegance. Built in the 1850's and reborn again in 1997, Chateau Yering has been carefully adorned with luxurious period fittings, fabrics, furniture and fine art. The interior's attention to detail is exquisite with textures, colours and lighting purposefully harmonised to create a sumptuous atmosphere of pure refinement and indulgence. Offering first class accommodation, service and dining Chateau Yering has been accepted into the notorious international
'Relais and Chateaux' association, an exclusive group of restaurants and hotels that offer 5 star cuisine and/or accommodation. Among the elite group are the highly acclaimed self-titled restaurants Tetsuya's in Sydney and Jacque Reymond's, recently named the 'best' restaurant in Melbourne.
With a regal drawing room, a library and ample lounge room you'll feel as if you have stepped into a game of Cluedo. All that will be missing is the oracle-wearing Colonel Mustard with the revolver. One definitely can get lost in the romanticism and elegance of Chateau Yering. Enjoy fine dining in
Eleanor's Restaurant abound with surrounding windows; guests are able to enjoy the truly picturesque green of the wine country. Choose from a mouth-watering two, three or eight course
menu which is bound to ignite the French in you. If you are after something a bit more low-key, look no further than
The Sweetwater Cafe. They serve a contemporary Australian style cuisine offering breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea. After satisfying the taste buds you can explore the gardens which were laid with the help of the renowned botanist Baron Von Mueller, the co-founder of The Royal Melbourne Botanic Gardens.
After having tasted the delicious wine
Yering Station and the valley has to offer reward the children's patience with a ride on
Puffing Billy. You can make Chateau your headquarters with their assortment of comfortable suites. The aptly named
River,
Stable,
Yarra and
Yering suites will top off the luxurious experience with views of the Yarra Valley. Hotel facilities include 24 hour service, cocktail bar, a beauty room performing massages and facials, tennis courts, outdoor swimming pool and many other perks. Hell they even cater for business meetings, conferences and weddings. Is there anything that Chateau Yering doesn't do? (B.Y.O partner)
