The High Country is alive with artists, artisans and makers, all sharing their craft and creativity with visitors who are eager to experience their passion firsthand. Local legend Kat of Feather & Drum Custom Hat Co. shares her tips on how to meet the maker in Yackandandah. Keen for more? Explore our list of guides here.
FEATHER & DRUM HAT CO.
STEP 1. VISIT FEATHER & DRUM FOR A CUSTOM HAT
Pop your head into Feather and Drum Custom Hat Co. along Yack's main street and talk to Kat about a custom hat made using old school, traditional techniques.
Enjoy a chat, find the perfect fit, and take home a handcrafted, lifetime piece full of personality and local charm.
SLUGA GALLERY
STEP 2. GET INSPIRED AT SLUGA GALLERY
Discover Sluga Gallery , the studio and gallery space of renowned contemporary watercolour artist, Charles Sluga.
Set in the middle of town in the lovingly restored Athenaeum building, the dog-friendly gallery offers original paintings, high quality prints, a selection of cards, plus stunning photos by Charles's wife, Nancy.
BACKWOODS DISTILLING CO.
STEP 3. SIP BY THE STILLS
Visit Bree and Leigh at Backwoods Distilling Co. , a boutique distillery crafting award-winning whiskies and gins from local grains and native botanicals.
Savour a guided tasting or a cocktail beside the copper stills, and take your favourite bottle home with you. Or for an extra treat, book a 'Whisky Hand Fill' experience, and bottle it yourself straight from the barrel.
MIETTE BOUTIQUE ACCOMMODATION
STEP 4. CAP IT ALL OFF WITH A STAY AT MIETTE
Make a weekend of it and book a stay at the lovingly custom built Miette Boutique Accommodation , right in the heart of town.
It's luxurious, sleek and tranquil, with two expansive bedrooms, snazzy linens, an outdoor bath and secure bike storage to boot. Plus, it's an easy walk to all that Yack has to offer.
