
A day trip to Greendale and Blackwood
A popular destination for hikers and campers accessing both Lerderderg State Park and Wombat State Forest, the area around Greendale and Blackwood townships is strikingly gorgeous!
Surrounded by bushland and home to the historic Greendale Hotel and General Store, Greendale might also be familiar to movie buffs: it was the location for the much of the filming of Charlotte’s Web in 2006
Blackwood’s mountaintop setting offers stunning views of the Wombat State Forest, historic buildings, native flora and fauna and seasonal wildflowers, along with great dining opportunities courtesy of the Blackwood Hotel and the Garden of St Erth nursery’s on-site cafe.
And keep an eye out each year for the lively and popular Blackwood Wood Chop and Easter Carnival, held every Easter Saturday for over a century.
Coffee, gourmet toasties and burgers, pizza
• Vegetarian options
• Licensed, no BYO
• Lunch daily, dinner Wed and Fri
Coffee, gourmet toasties, pies and pastries
• Vegan / Vegetarian options
• Not licensed
• Mains $10 - $14
• Open seven days
Morning and afternoon tea, picnic boxes
• Fully licensed (no BYO)
• Cheese platter $40, Picnic box $72
• Cafe open 10am-3pm Thursday to Sunday
Upmarket bistro classics
• Vegetarian options
• Fully licensed (no BYO)
• Starters from $7, Mains from $26
• Lunch and Dinner: Mon-Sun
Pub classics, pizza
• Vegetarian options
• Fully licensed (no BYO)
• Starters from $8, Mains from $23
• Lunch and Dinner: Tues-Sun
Eat & Drink
Sleeps 7, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
• From $435 per night (approx)
• Overlooks Blackwood Mineral Springs
• Stroll to shops
• Orthopaedic beds
Sleeps 2, 1 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
• From $160 per night (approx)
• Lerderderg River view
• Full kitchen
• Pets welcome
Sleeps 8, 4 bedrooms, 1 .5 bathroom
• From $455 per night (approx)
• Mud brick chalet
• Sauna and spa
• Leadlight widows, exposed beams
Sleeps 6, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
• From $225 per night (approx)
• Original log miners cabin
• Wood fire
• 10 min walk to St Erth
Sleeps 3, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
• From $300 per night (approx)
• Backs onto forest
• Rambling rustic garden
• Wood fire
Sleeps 13, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
• From $670 per night (approx)
• On 2.5 acres
• Breathtaking views
• Wood fire, cathedral ceilings
Sleeps 9, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms
• From $665 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Short drive to Greendale township
• Privacy, comfort and space
Sleeps 2, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
• From $217 per night (approx)
• Entire studio with kitchenette
• 15 min drive to Daylesford
• Converted former photography studio
Sleeps 4, 2 beds, 1 bathroom
• From $308 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• 10 min drive to Daylesford
• Two-storey, open plan, off grid
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• Central Blackwood Accommodation
• Sites from $30 per night (approx)
• On-site vans from $115 per night
• Bathrooms and camp kitchen
Sleeps 2, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
• From $110 per night (approx)
• Private bathroom, no kitchen
• Central Blackwood Accommodation
• Victorian tradition with modern amenities
Sleeps 2, 1 bedroom, shared bathroom
• From $286 per night (approx)
• 5-metre carpeted bell tent
• Located inside Wombat State Forest
• Camp kitchen and bathroom
Sleeps 2, 1 bedroom, shared bathroom
• From $286 per night (approx)
• 5-metre carpeted bell tent
• Located inside Wombat State Forest
• Camp kitchen and bathroom
Sleeps 10, 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms
• From $803 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Short walk to Blackwood town centre
• Sprawling country house
Sleeps 6, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
• From $470 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Neighbouring the Garden of St Erth
• Stunning landscaped garden
Sleeps 4, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom
• From $202 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Central Blackwood Accommodation
• Centre of Wombat State Forest
Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
• From $393 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Short walk to central Blackwood
• Tastefully renovated and appointed
Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
• From $387 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Short walk to central Blackwood
• Adjacent to Wombat State Forest
Sleeps 9, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
• From $312 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• 10 min stroll into central Blackwood
• Nestled above Lerderderg Forest
Sleeps 2, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
• From $127 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Central Blackwood Accommodation
• Lovely garden full of bird life
Sleeps 6, 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom
• From $237 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Located in the heart of Blackwood
• Views over Wombat State Forest
Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
• From $214 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• 7 mins walk to central Blackwood
• Dual shipping container home
Stay
Wombat State Forest has become a beloved destination for off-road driving, hiking, picnicking, horseback riding, bird-watching, fishing, and earns its reputation as one of the best areas for mountain biking in Victoria.
Open 24 hours
Park, picnic and play area on the Lerderderg River, with several mineral spring taps where you can sample of the area’s delicious spring water.
Open 24 hours
Quality Harris Tweed and fur felt hats along with fashion hats of all kinds presented in an historic building.
Open Sat-Sun
Visit St Anne’s huge bluestone cellar door inn Myrniong, offering free tastings of their wine range, along with from-the-barrel port sampling.
Open daily
See and Do
Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).
Join the crew at the Local Taproom as Quiz Master Chook tests your knowledge on music, movies, history, geography, pop culture and more.
Catch DJ Renee Tui and a lineup of local legends dropping beats at Open Deck Night at the Royal Hotel, Bacchus Marsh.
Long-running and popular market, offering regional and local produce, home-made and a great selection of vintage and preloved items.
The monthly Ballan Lions Community Market is held on the first Saturday of each month, with stalls lining the main street of Ballan.
Check out the Myrniong Military Muster, showcasing an amazing array of military vehicles to the public.
On the first Saturday of every month Darley Community Art Garden plays host to a Plant and Produce Swap.
Join the crew at Stoney’s for a Solo Saturday with singer / guitarist, Adam Tardrew.
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, great company and live music.
Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.
Live music returns to the Local Taproom on Sunday April 6 with Stevie J playing an acoustic show from 3pm.
Enjoy a session of boot scootin every Tuesday night at St John’s Anglican Church in Ballan.
Join the crew at Bacchus Marsh’s Royal Hotel every Tuesday for an interactive game show style trivia night like you’ve never seen before.
Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).
Korweinguboora Recreation Reserve presents a movie night with a screening of the Australian family classic, Runt on the oval.
Super-popular farmers-style market, offering regional and local produce and home-made, home-produced items.
Get ready for a celebration of all things fungi at the annual 2025 Moorabool Mushroom Festival in Bacchus Marsh.
Come along for an action-packed Easter Fun Day at Catalyst Church Bacchus Marsh, right amongst the beautiful Darley Community Art Garden!
Book Bounce is returning to GordonPublic Hall, with thousands of second hand books, all for just $3 each!
Join the crew at Stoney’s for a Solo Saturday with singer / guitarist, Brunsy.
On the first Saturday of every month, musician Paper_Cranes hosts some of our area’s best up and coming performers at the Vibe Open Mic.
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, great company and live music.
Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.
Enjoy a session of boot scootin every Tuesday night at St John’s Anglican Church in Ballan.
Join the crew at Bacchus Marsh’s Royal Hotel every Tuesday for an interactive game show style trivia night like you’ve never seen before.
Join the crew at the Local Taproom as Quiz Master Chook tests your knowledge on music, movies, history, geography, pop culture and more.
Bacchus Marsh EasterFest is a Community Festival with the aim of raising much-needed funds for Bacchus Marsh Hospital’s Urgent Care Department.
Long-running and popular market, offering regional and local produce, home-made and a great selection of vintage and preloved items.
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong on Easter Saturday for freshly made paella, churros, live music, great company and of course… wine!
Join the crew at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong for a relaxed Sunday afternoon filled with house-made pizza, wine, great company and live music.