Explore cosy heritage streets, vibrant winter townships, and the rich local stories of the High Country.
Winter in Victoria’s High Country invites you to slow down and explore cosy townships on foot, with scenic walks linking heritage streets and misty mountain backdrops. Crackling open fires set the scene, unique saunas and hot springs offer deep rejuvenation, and a lively winter event calendar has something for everyone.
INSPIRATIONAL THINGS. INCREDIBLE PLACES.
Cosy Fireplace Things
Sip elegant wines and spin classic vinyl records beside the cosy open fire at Beechworth's Eldorado Road Cellar Door – Cantina.
Dive into the valley to toast the winter season with locally-hopped beers by Mitta Mitta Brewing Co’s fireplace, or outdoor firepit.
Grab a pint of signature ale and unwind by the open fireplace in Anvil Brewing Co’s beer garden, the largest in Mansfield.
After a big day hitting the slopes, refuel at Sorella Falls Creek with woodfired pizza right beside a blazing hearth.
Warm up inside the beautifully restored The General Strath Creek barn, thawing out beside a roaring open fireplace with hearty eats.
Escape to Dunmore Farm for the ultimate rural retreat, watching the winter mist lift from the cosiest fireside farmhouse bedroom, or rugged up by the outside fire pit.
Stargazing Stay Things
Soak under a starlit sky in a private plunge pool or gather around the firepit at Harry’s On Moodemere in Rutherglen.
Escape to Spaces in Places on misty Lake Eildon for secluded stargazing sessions and outdoor movies under clear alpine skies.
Pitch your tent right on the banks of the Upper Murray River at Walwa Riverside Caravan Park, gathering around a communal fire pit for an evening of riverside stargazing.
Relax at cycle-friendly Switchback Stays by Lake Hume, enjoying panoramic, elevated valley views that turn into a spectacular, star-filled playground by night.
For a romantic getaway, stargaze from under the covers in Alpine Nature Experience unique and intimate Hypedomes.
Head to the rooftop terrace at BullerRoo Luxury Chalet to stargaze above the valley, alongside friendly miniature pygmy goats.
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