Yarragon

Nestled in the foothills of the Strzelecki Ranges and with views of green rolling hills, Yarragon is a charming country town with an abundance of shops, antiques and accommodation options. Yarragon boasts one of Gippsland's leading antique stores and a fascinating gallery renowned for its quality original artwork, exquisite jewellery, beautiful hand blown glass and much more. Forage through the antique shops for old china or furnishings and be rewarded. Browse through the many gift shops in town that feature everything from soaps, candles, linen and lace to clothing, paint brushes and easels. Local wines and produce are mouth-wateringly. Sample award winning cheeses from Tarago River and Jindi Cheese, or if you have more of a sweet tooth, visit the lolly shop to buy delicious sweets. Spend some time over Devonshire teas in a quaint tea room or enjoy a coffee in one of the local cafés. Make the most of the nearby Strzelecki Ranges and take walks through dense mountain ash and wattle, and take a rest beside a bubbling stream. Head to the local trout farm to catch a delicious dinner. Accommodation in and around Yarragon, just 80 minutes' drive east of Melbourne, is plentiful and ranges from motels to B&Bs, self-contained cottages, and country retreats.