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Things to see and do during a weekend at Mirboo North in 2024

Mirboo North, nestled in the Strzelecki Ranges, offers warm hospitality, inviting travellers to experience rural serenity. Surrounded by South Gippsland's hills, it blends fertile pastures with fragrant Australian bush.

By news@gippsland - 9th March 2024 - Back to News

In the heart of the Strzelecki Ranges, surrounded by the fabled hills of South Gippsland, Mirboo North is at the meeting point of fertile pastured hills and the wonderfully perfumed Australian bush. When travelling from Melbourne, about 15 minutes before reaching Mirboo North, make a pit stop in Thorpdale at the aptly-named Traveller's Rest Hotel.

Nestled amid the Strzelecki Ranges, Mirboo North warmly embraces visitors with rural charm, blending lush pastures and fragrant bushland

Warm country hospitality

Traveller's Rest offers classic pub favourites complemented by some international influences, all served with warm country hospitality. The sunny courtyard is hard to resist for a cleansing ale or cocktail. Plus downstairs they are distilling their very own vodka (it is potato country after all). We recommend sampling the house-made vodka in an espresso martini. After dinner, keep on rolling on to Mirboo North, taking in stunning hillside vistas before you check into your B&B or cottage.

Saturday

After spending the night tucked into the bucolic hills, wake up to birdsong and serene views before heading into town to explore. When you go for a stroll down the main street, pop into the charming stores that offer local produce and crafts. Browse through stunning giftware at Ruperts, adopt a new plant baby at Tiny Gardener and eat a breakfast of champions with a pastry or pie at Strzelecki Bakery.

Who says you can't start the day with a hot sausage roll, fresh from the oven. Eat a Instagrammable lunch at the stylish Lamezleighs Coffee House & Eatery, where freshly ground coffee is best enjoyed alongside their mouth-watering cakes. The menu changes seasonally, and there is plenty for our vegan and gluten free friends to enjoy.

Descend gently through regrown forest post-2009 fires, offering an emerald ride. At Darlimurla, find an info shelter and the iconic Big Tree

Saturday scenic trail adventure

Walk or bike the Grand Ridge Rail Trail (Mirboo North to Boolarra, 13 km one way), where you can wind through the enchanting hilly countryside and eucalypt forest, with a background track of birdsong. Marvel at trees that seem to touch the sky, with pristine bushland that will make you feel like you are miles away from home in the best way.

After the trail, head to the Grand Ridge Brewery to quench your thirst with a crisp beer. This family-owned business is one of Victoria's oldest independent breweries, so they know what they are doing.

Finish the day with a well-earned pub dinner at the Mirboo North Hotel, where you can tuck into a hearty parma or a vegetable and goats cheese tart.

Sunday

On your last day, don't leave town without sweet baked treats from Jimmy Jambs Cafe, where they serve cafe favourites like toasties and foccaccias with good coffee in a welcoming atmosphere. Or if you're looking for a lunch option to linger over, head to Cafe Escargot, where you can enjoy a delectable Mediterranean meal.

On the way back to Melbourne, stop at the Red Door Estate for a wine tasting. This boutique vineyard is the perfect place to grab a bottle or two - the perfect souvenir from a relaxing weekend in Mirboo North.

Pictures from Visit Gippsland website.

Source: http://gippsland.com/

Published by: news@gippsland.com

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