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Places to Dine

Cliffy's Emporium : a fabulous cafe & local produce store.
Jasmine Thai : daggy decor but fabulous flavours, 5 min walk away. Tel 5348 1163.
Farmers Arms Hotel : the 'locals' hangout on a friday night. The 65 Main team love the bar meals.
Old Hepburn Hotel : a country pub with juke box, pool table and live music on weekends. Best chicken parma in town!
The Old Macaroni Factory, Main Rd, Hepburn Springs : wine, dine and hear the stories of the 'Lucini' Italian family who introduced pasta to the region
Mercato @ Daylesford : serves modern Australian cuisine.
Red Star Cafe : a funky cafe, 5 min walk away. Great lunch spot & weekend dinners
Sault Estate : a beautiful place to dine in Sailors Falls. Fabulous service and views.

Places to Relax

Nalini Retreat : a holistic centre in the Main St of Daylesford.
Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa, Main Rd, Hepburn Springs : $13m complex in heart of forest in Hepburn Springs.

Places to Shop

Daylesford Aromatherapy : supplies our hand-made soap,bubble bath & 'May Chang' essential oil.
Moongage Gallery, Main Rd, Hepburn Springs : oriental antiques & gallery
Portal 108, Main Rd, Hepburn Springs : 5 min walk for jewellery, clothing, homewares, gallery and more...

Places to Stay

Spa Fire Guesthouse is a quirky place to stay in Daylesford.

Places on You TUBE (video footage on the spa country)

TAKEMETO : the 'Spa Country' snapshop...
POSTCARDS : the 'Spa Capital' mineral water, cafes, food and more ...
GETAWAYS : Lavendula Swiss Italian Farm & Swiss Italian Festa
MARCH LONG WEEKEND : the 'Chill Out Festival' is Australias biggest country Mardi Grais
DIFFERENT STROKES : the 'Convent Gallery'
LIVE MUSIC : the 'Palais' with Kate Miller-Heidke

More information on the Spa Country and Special Events

Spa Town : this is where we are at, read up on general stuff to do.
Clunes - Book Town 3rd & 4th May 2008 : if BOOKS are your thing, dont miss it....

Click on names below to discover a gang of enthusiastic people thoroughout Australia who are Passionate about life with wine, food, travel & fun...

Christine from 65 Main : I live in paradise and cant wait to discover something new each day. I am fuelled by my passion for people, wine, food and relaxation. I live by the mantra "those who work hard should play hard". You will see by the group of people below that I know a fabulous gang to party with both locally and beyond.
Andy from Soulfree Adventures : this guy loves sharing nature with independent travellers who want to leap into the great outdoors. Nothing like soaking up the fresh air!
Andreas from Domaine Asmara: has settled from abroad to make red wine
Brendan & Kate from Daylesford Organics: I love these eggs from 'happy chicks'!
Bob &from Boroka Downs: this is a stunning property in the Grampians region is a ecofriendly gem. A perfect retreat.
Cheryl & Rys from Woodlands Estate Lavender Farm & Church Accommodation: like 65 Main, the Woodlands crew love their community & enjoy sharing local hot spots
Daniel & Tracy from 5 Star Adventure: I have this tour co on my 'bucket list'. I cant wait to explore their nature, 4-wheel drive and outdoor adventures. This is a tour company like no other. The even know about bush medicine, thats something new for city slickers.
David from Bendigo Gold World: this bloke can add value to your world. He will take you out with a metal detector and teach you how to stike gold!.
David from Luxury Houseboats: these boats are vehicles of style with all the latest mod cons. Pop on your designer sunglasses and sip champagne on the deck whilst cruising down the Murray
Ellenor from Cellar & Store : these shelves are bursting with treats to admire or consume
Fiona from Hawthorn Suites at 13th Beach : pack your golf clubs and drive out to the Bellarine Peninsula for a lot of Rest, Relaxation and Fun times
Dana & Gavin from Bothfeet Walking Tours: grab your boots & explore nature
Garth from A Day Outdoors Tours : join this unqiue tour company for a personalised day outdoors visiting Melbourne and Surrounds
Helen amp;from Wombat Hills Cottages: purchased this property to share after falling in love with the location location location. Tucked alongside the Yarra Ranges National Park is a cosy hideaway
Erik Wolf is a global foodie who is mad about Culinary Tourism
Jason from Harvest2Hearth : this guy is known as the 'gumboot chef'
Jason & Vern from Emmylou Paddle Steamer : they are behind the international beauty, Ms Emmylou
Jill from Bear Gully Coast Cottages : this lady has created accommodation with ocean views to die for. Simply beautiful
Jon & Lydia from Lady Bay Resort : have created this stylish resort overlooking the sea
Karen from Lifes Sweet : beautiful cup cakes, taste great too!
Lesley from Mt Franklin Estate : this lady left the accommodation world to make wine-cheers!
Marie from Time For You : this lady is someone special to me who offers inspiration. A keynote speaker on networking plus life balance and more...
Michel from Michels Fine Biscuits : wow, these are devine
Natasha & Paul from Holgate Brewhouse : just a short drive from 65Main and you can quench your thirst with a range of premium quality beer, using natural methods. Go on, grab a seat at their bar!
Nicola from Habitat HQ is the face behind Melbourns latest 'Flash Packers' : located on the doorstep of Melbourne City with nightclubs, beach, cafes etc on the doorstep. This is a 4 star backpackers, fabulous location and boasts a 4-star rating. It will be my new city pad.
Samantha from Lets Refresh : a women with a smile, energy and enthusiasm like no other. Fabulous life coach who runs workshops onsite with clients or at 65 Main & surrounds.
Simone from Chocolate Rush : is the force behind this annual chocolate and other foodie events
Stephane from L'art du Vin : for a excellent wine tour in in the Hunter Valley
Terry from Horseback Winery Tours : be rewarded after a fabulous ride with some quality vino from the Red Hill and Mornington area. This man can show you a good time... with the mantra of responsible drinking only
Yvonne & Denise from Andre's Mews : they provide elegant apartments on the city fringe in Richmond. Oh la la. You will be impresses with the sassy style of these gals