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 11am-3pm Friday 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 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 $225 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 $172 per night (approx)
• Private bathroom, no kitchen
• Central Blackwood Accommodation
• Victorian tradition with modern amenities
Sleeps 6, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
• From $484 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Neighbouring the Garden of St Erth
• Stunning landscaped garden
Sleeps 4, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom
• From $137 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• Central Blackwood Accommodation
• Centre of Wombat State Forest
Sleeps 9, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
• From $345 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• 10 min stroll into central Blackwood
• Nestled above Lerderderg Forest
Sleeps 6, 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom
• From $190 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 $195 per night (approx)
• Entire house with kitchen
• 7 mins walk to central Blackwood
• Dual shipping container home
Stay
Nestled among the picturesque rolling hills of Greendale, Greendale Sunflowers offers a beautiful country experience just 65 km north-west of Melbourne and about 30 km east of Ballarat.
Open Fri-Sun and public holidays during blooming season
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
Sunday sesh at the Border Inn with Tom Scriv acoustic, from 1:30pm!
Don’t miss a Sunday afternoon of great live music from singer / guitarist, Steve Moore at the Commercial Hotel.
Bring the budding artists in your life down to Ballan Bakehouse and Bar for a step by step Paint and Sip session, just for kids!
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 Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!
Bring your lucky charm and get ready for an entertaining game of Bingo when Ballan Bakehouse & Bar hosts Bingo Morning.
Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).
Bring your lucky charm and get ready for an entertaining game of Bingo when Ballan Bakehouse & Bar hosts Bingo Night.
What echoes of those communications remain at Flack PTO Gallery? Is there anyone still trying to get a message to the outside world? Help us unlock the stories and uncover new mysteries of a bygone era.
Super-popular farmers-style market, offering regional and local produce and home-made, home-produced items.
Shan - E - Punjab Events proudly presents Teeyan Fest in Bacchus Marsh, a beautiful celebration of Punjabi culture.
Whether you're a seasoned performer or just want to cheer up your friends, Stoney's is the place to be for Karaoke on the second Saturday of every month.
The clever crew from the Plough have something new for you, with live music and pizza sound every three weeks throughout 2026!
Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.
Pull on your boots and join the fun at a friendly afternoon of line dancing at Elaine Hall this July.
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 Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!
Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).
Enjoy a creative night out at Ballan Bakehouse & Bar when Austin’s Craft and Play brings its popular Paint & Sip experience to town this July.
Celebrate the flavours, traditions and romance of France when St Anne’s Winery hosts its annual Bastille Day Dinner in Myrniong this July.
Transport yourself to France for an evening of food, fun and French-inspired festivities when Zest Licensed Café hosts its Vive la France Bastille Day celebration this July.
Long-running and popular market, offering regional and local produce, home-made and a great selection of vintage and preloved items.
Get ready for the return of Jukebox Heroes at the Border Inn, Bacchus Marsh.
Come down and join the Royal crew every Sunday for some cold beers, delicious food and amazing tunes.
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 Border Inn for free Trivia Wednesday with their resident quiz guy, Master Ferris!
Thursday nights at the wonderful Plough Bistro in Myrniong feature the popular Locals Menu (fortunately for visitors, everyone is local at the Plough).
Get the weekend started right at Ballan Bakehouse and Bar with singer-guitarist Matty Chaps playing choice covers live from 6pm.
Get the girls together and warm up this July for a session of live music and karaoke, and enjoy cocktail specials all night!
Creedence Chronicles Revived is Australia’s newest and dynamic Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute show — a full-throttle celebration of the iconic sound that defined a generation.