Buxton River House

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Buxton River House

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Unique places to visit in all seasons
Marysville is a short 10 minute drive from the River House: - beautiful walks (Stevensons Falls) - wonderful golf course - 20 min drive to Lake Mountain (snow in winter, mountain biking other seasons) - cafes (Fragas Cafe or Keppel Cafe) - picturesque pool open in summer only - Foodworks for groceries
26 locals recommend
Marysville
26 locals recommend
Marysville is a short 10 minute drive from the River House: - beautiful walks (Stevensons Falls) - wonderful golf course - 20 min drive to Lake Mountain (snow in winter, mountain biking other seasons) - cafes (Fragas Cafe or Keppel Cafe) - picturesque pool open in summer only - Foodworks for groceries
Alexandra is 25 minute drive away from the River House and is a larger more established town with a growing 'gourmet' following including the Grant St Grocer (cafe), Alexandra Hotel (gourmet) and Corner Hotel (pub fare).
10 locals recommend
Alexandra
10 locals recommend
Alexandra is 25 minute drive away from the River House and is a larger more established town with a growing 'gourmet' following including the Grant St Grocer (cafe), Alexandra Hotel (gourmet) and Corner Hotel (pub fare).

Outdoor exploring and adventure

Lake Mountain is a 30 minute drive from the property where you can enjoy snow play, tobogganing or cross country skiing in the winter, and hiking and mountain biking in the summer. The newly established single track mountain bike trails including the epic Cascades Trail from the top of Lake Mountain all the way to Marysville ~ 28km.
9 locals recommend
Lake Mountain
9 locals recommend
Lake Mountain is a 30 minute drive from the property where you can enjoy snow play, tobogganing or cross country skiing in the winter, and hiking and mountain biking in the summer. The newly established single track mountain bike trails including the epic Cascades Trail from the top of Lake Mountain all the way to Marysville ~ 28km.
The Buxton Mountain Bike Park is a about 500m away. The best time to go is first thing in the morning before any crowds and to ride the park as the sun rises. It is stunning! Also has a small mountain bike circuit for the kids.
6 locals recommend
Buxton MTB park
Mill Creek Road
6 locals recommend
The Buxton Mountain Bike Park is a about 500m away. The best time to go is first thing in the morning before any crowds and to ride the park as the sun rises. It is stunning! Also has a small mountain bike circuit for the kids.
If you enjoy hiking, Cathedral Ranges State Park is about 15 minute drive away. There are great day hikes and some challenging rock scrambling hikes. A favourite of ours is to wake up early and climb to the top of Sugarloaf Peak for the sunrise. The quickest way to Sugarloaf Peak from the house is via Mt Margaret Rd on the way to Marysville.
20 locals recommend
Cathedral Range State Park
Little River Road
20 locals recommend
If you enjoy hiking, Cathedral Ranges State Park is about 15 minute drive away. There are great day hikes and some challenging rock scrambling hikes. A favourite of ours is to wake up early and climb to the top of Sugarloaf Peak for the sunrise. The quickest way to Sugarloaf Peak from the house is via Mt Margaret Rd on the way to Marysville.
800 metres of the Acheron River flows along the boundary of the River House. Swim, wade, rock-hop or relax in the fresh water of the Acheron River. Fish for wild trout in some amazing rivers and streams so close to the property including the Acheron River, Rubicon River, Steavenson River, Little River, the Goulburn River, Lake Eildon and the Eildon Pondage. We encourage ‘Catch and Release’ to ensure wild trout populations remain sustainable.
Acheron River
800 metres of the Acheron River flows along the boundary of the River House. Swim, wade, rock-hop or relax in the fresh water of the Acheron River. Fish for wild trout in some amazing rivers and streams so close to the property including the Acheron River, Rubicon River, Steavenson River, Little River, the Goulburn River, Lake Eildon and the Eildon Pondage. We encourage ‘Catch and Release’ to ensure wild trout populations remain sustainable.
There are great walking trails all through Marysville area, including walks to Stevensons Falls, Keppel Falls and the Taggerty Cascades.
21 locals recommend
Stevenson Falls
Falls Road
21 locals recommend
There are great walking trails all through Marysville area, including walks to Stevensons Falls, Keppel Falls and the Taggerty Cascades.
Play golf at the picturesque Marysville Golf Club which is about 10 minutes drive from our front gate.
8 locals recommend
Marysville Golf Club
956 Buxton-Marysville Rd
8 locals recommend
Play golf at the picturesque Marysville Golf Club which is about 10 minutes drive from our front gate.
Mount Buller is under 2 hours away by car.
Mount Buller Alpine Resort (Unincorporated)
Mount Buller is under 2 hours away by car.
This trail boasts 134kms of scenic views, perfect for those who love to take a relaxing ride. You can jump on the trail at the Alexandra Timber Tramway and Museum (20 mins drive from the property) The trail is for all fitness levels and is the ideal way to enjoy the great outdoors with the family. Take a spin through the historic 201m long Cheviot Tunnel in Yea, visit the tranquil Yea Wetlands and stop for a picnic along the trail. www.greatvictorianrailtrail.com.au
27 locals recommend
Great Victorian Rail Trail
27 locals recommend
This trail boasts 134kms of scenic views, perfect for those who love to take a relaxing ride. You can jump on the trail at the Alexandra Timber Tramway and Museum (20 mins drive from the property) The trail is for all fitness levels and is the ideal way to enjoy the great outdoors with the family. Take a spin through the historic 201m long Cheviot Tunnel in Yea, visit the tranquil Yea Wetlands and stop for a picnic along the trail. www.greatvictorianrailtrail.com.au

Food scene

Chef and owner cooks with local and seasonal produce
6 locals recommend
Keppel Cafe Marysville
45 Murchison St
6 locals recommend
Chef and owner cooks with local and seasonal produce
Cafe & Local Produce Store | Quality Take Home Meals | Eat In, Pick-Up & Home Delivery | Gourmet Gift Hampers
Grant Street
Grant Street
Cafe & Local Produce Store | Quality Take Home Meals | Eat In, Pick-Up & Home Delivery | Gourmet Gift Hampers
Artisan bakehouse and cafe. Wonderful home made sourdough and pastries. Refer to their Fbook page for opening hours.
Thornton
Artisan bakehouse and cafe. Wonderful home made sourdough and pastries. Refer to their Fbook page for opening hours.
Restaurant is produce-driven, seasonal, and prepared with passion. In the evenings an a la carte or chefs tasting menu are on offer.
7 locals recommend
Alexandra Hotel
64 Grant St
7 locals recommend
Restaurant is produce-driven, seasonal, and prepared with passion. In the evenings an a la carte or chefs tasting menu are on offer.
Friendly place for a family meal, fine dining or a sociable drink.
6 locals recommend
The Corner Hotel Alexandra
65 Grant St
6 locals recommend
Friendly place for a family meal, fine dining or a sociable drink.
During the summer cherry season, pop along to the roadside stall in Taggerty (10 mins drive) for fresh cherries and the most delicious homemade cherry ice cream!
Taggerty
During the summer cherry season, pop along to the roadside stall in Taggerty (10 mins drive) for fresh cherries and the most delicious homemade cherry ice cream!
Pub fare, good for a beer in the front courtyard
17 locals recommend
The Duck Inn
6 Murchison St
17 locals recommend
Pub fare, good for a beer in the front courtyard
Visit some fantastic local wineries forming part of the Murrindindi Winemakers Group (http://murrindindiwinemakers.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Murrindindi-Winemakers-Touring-Map-2020-scaled.jpg)
Little River Wines
20 Sharrock Court
Visit some fantastic local wineries forming part of the Murrindindi Winemakers Group (http://murrindindiwinemakers.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Murrindindi-Winemakers-Touring-Map-2020-scaled.jpg)
The Buxton Trout Farm is just 900m from our front gate.
20 locals recommend
Buxton Trout & Salmon
2118 Maroondah Hwy
20 locals recommend
The Buxton Trout Farm is just 900m from our front gate.
Takeaway pizza or dine-in pub meals
Bucky Bistro at Buxton Hotel
2190 Maroondah Hwy
Takeaway pizza or dine-in pub meals