A bushland haven for native wildlife in the Yarra Valley - open daily 9am-5pm, a must visit for those who have not been and a great day out for the kids. 

The best of Australian animals and opportunities to do private animal experiences with koalas, kangaroos, echidnas, dingoes + more! The Spirits of the Sky bird show at either 12pm or 3pm daily is a must see! Do it!

The newest Tourism business to hit the area, which focuses on showcasing the Yarra Valley through unique & adventurous experiences. 

Think Winery, Brewery, Gin Distillery Tours but all mixed with a bit of adventure such as riding e-Bikes, white water rafting, clay shooting, horse riding, plus much more! 

The Yarra Valley X team will offer all Killawarra House guests 10% off any of their signature e-Bike group tours, or 5% off anything else. 

From young kids to the oldies, at least drop in for abundant free chocolate tastings. Watch the Chocolatiers hand craft over 480 different chocolate products. Relax in the all-day Café serving breakfast, lunch and specialising in decadent sweet treats. 

Awesome outside area that gets busy in summer to sit down with a picnic blanket, have lunch and enjoy one of their decadent ice-creams!

The photo of the old shed is deceiving! Step inside to the beautiful cheese shop, cafe and gift shop. You can enjoy some of the finest Australian cheeses at their authentic Farmgate establishment, in the centre of a picturesque dairy farm in the heart of the Yarra Valley. Fantastic local produce available for purchase.

If you want to up the ante  and really make memories on a Yarra Valley getaway, then a morning hot air balloon ride is a must! 

If you have a group, then choose Yarra Valley X who can organise your morning with transfers, breakfast and group photo opportunities available. 

This is a great one for the kids, and a hidden gem! Rayner’s Orchard in Woori Yallock offers more than just fruit picking—it’s a guided farm experience. Hop on a tractor tour to taste exotic fruits straight from the trees, feed friendly farm animals, crack fresh macadamias and sample house-made preserves. After your tour, relax at Peach Café with farm-style meals or take home a piece of the orchard from our nursery. With over 450 fruit varieties, every visit is a new adventure in the heart of the Yarra Valley. It's cheap and cheerful!

Locally known as "The Middle Pub", the Healesville Hotel built in 1910 but recently restored with the olden days in mind is a beautiful pub that services great food with an awesome local wine list to match. Check out their nightly specials, regualr live music and wood-fired pizzas in the beer garden, and you can even stay the night with 7 accommodation suites upstairs. The pick of the pubs in town! 

TarraWarra Estate is best known for exceptional pinot noir and chardonay. All wines are meticulously grown, hand-picked, vinified and aged on the 26-hectrare estate. 

The subterranean cellar door. 5-star restaurant, award-winning Art Gallery and deck shaded by native pepper berry trees all offer a remarkable tasting experience. 

One of, if not, THE premium winery of the Yarra Valley, and conveniently the closest winery to our house. 

On the Dixons 

The closest winery to the Healesville main street is Boat O'Craigo. Having undertaken a recent renovation, they now have the looks to match the awesome view. A family-ran winery, think wood-fired pizzas and delcious wines on the back deck overlookinng the vines. 

Boat O'Craigo is a featured stop on the Healesville Hop Friday afternoon e-Bike Experience with Yarra Valley X. Click for details - 

With vines first planted in 1838, Yering Station is proudly Victoria’s first vineyard. A jewel of the Yarra Valley, we produce world-class cool climate wines from our vineyards which are famously renowned for their expressive varietal integrity.

A beautiful winery with a very cool and old-school cellar door, these are arguably the best tasting wines in the Yarra Valley.

If you want a great pub feed and want to leave full, head to the Grand Hotel in Yarra Glen. 

Happy hours, live music and accommodation compliment their awesome pub food menu making it one of the best pubs in the Yarra Valley. 

Just off the main drag in increasingly happening Healesville, this subterranean bunker bar & restaurant wouldn’t be out of place in an international city. The building is one of the most striking in town. 

Great food, better drinks - think whiskey & cocktails to wash down a steak, burger or curry. Come for their famous open mic nights. Something for everyone!

What our bar is named after......

The Black Spur Drive cuts through the lush forest landscapes of the Yarra Ranges, linking the Yarra Valley with the mountain areas around Marysville. Famous for its towering trees and spectacular valley views, the Black Spur connects Healesville with Narbethong on the Maroondah Highway as it winds its way up the Great Dividing Range.

Stop for a photo amongst the tall trees and breath in the oxygen!

The impressive 41-metre high dam wall offers a scenic lookout over formal gardens, forested slopes and the broad, peaceful reservoir lake. The Maroondah catchment is still an important source of Melbourne’s water. 

A great place for a nature walk, family picnic or BBQ with some pretty impressive views. On the edge of the Healesville township

Here stands an assortment of trees like you have never seen before. Take the drive over to Warburton where the Redwood Forest offers the opportunity to relax on the lawns with a picnic and wander through the towering Californian Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) forest. 

Nearby walks to freshwater streams and a walk or ride along the O'Shannassay Aqueduct Trail can be done too. 

Healesville is the home of the world famous Four Pillars Gin Distillery, the most successful business in the Yarra Valley in the 21st Century.

Visit them to taste the full range of gins, buy a limited edition, experience a masterclass or enjoy a drink and something to eat in our the garden.

A must-visit for 1hr on any weekend itinerary. 

If you love gin and/or want more of a family feel for a gin distillery visit, then dropping into Stag Lane Farm will not be regretted, 

The Reeves family are a delight. Swing past their beautiful farm and newly built distillery to try a tastying paddle watchign James, the head distiller, at work through the window. 

Dare to taste the amazing Gin Reaper which is the spicy Carolina Reaper Gin that is one of their best sellers; it will "blow your mind" - their words! 

A recent addtion to Healesville, this city-like Whiskey bar is another example of Healesville's evolution into cool-town vibes. Smack bang in the middle of the main street, try them out! 

Try a 'boilermaker', a whiskey shot with a tap beer chaser. They have steak nights, trivia nights, and a 5-star 4-person private dining experience called "Emerlad City", for that special occasion. 

A great outing for kids or train enthusiasts alike, join The Yarra Valley Railway on a 35-minute return trip to a location near the historic tunnel at Tarrawarra on a number 22RM Walker Rail Motor Train. The railway line you will travel forms part of the line which used to join Lilydale to Healesville, which closed for public use in 1980.

Trains depart Healesville Station on the hour throughout the day from 10am-4pm every Sunday, Public Holiday and Wednesdays in School Holidays.

Book your weekend at Killawarra House in advance because all of these raceday weekends will book out! It is a great day out, and you can still BYO food & drink. Old school fun!

Sat 1 Nov 2025 - Derby Day Picnic Racing

Sat 22 Nov 2025 - Pre Xmas at the Picnics

Sat 13 Dec 2025 - Xmas Party Time at Healesville

Sat 17 Jan 2026 - Healesville Cup Day

Sat 31 Jan 2026 - Summer Fun at Healesville 

Sat 28 Mar 2026 - Golden Thong Day 

Check out the calendar for any upcoming concerts or "A Day on the Green' events at Rochford Winery, which has hosted the likes of Elton John, Stvie Nicks, Cold Chisel, Roxette over the years. 

What's on in 2025? Click to view their calendar. Book your weekends early as they always book out!