A sweeping driveway through an old-world garden meets the gracious five-star hotel in the Yarra Valley, only 50 minutes from Melbourne. Luxury suites offer unsurpassed rural views and guest lounges with open fires. The fine dining room, Eleonores, with its emphasis on regional produce matched with local wine has been recognized with numerous culinary awards and the vibrant Sweetwater Cafe serves breakfast, light meals and luscious cakes throughout the day.