20 May: Great Escape One
Tonight the Postcards team checks in to check out some of Victoria’s luxurious weekenders and to top it off we have 10 fantastic Great Escapes to kick start your winter getaway. So get yourself nice and comfy as we showcase Victoria’s Great indoors.
i-HUBS
The days of stopping someone in the street to ask for an address are long gone; the modern age is all about easy access to information. i-Hubs are the new craze and there are 16 of them conveniently located around town. Using the large touch screen, a 3D map of the city pops up with directions to find a theatre, a shop or even your favourite restaurant and you're on your way. Easy as that!
The Sebel Melbourne
Join Bridge as she checks into the majestically restored Sebel Melbourne, located in Melbourne's most exclusive street, Collins Street. This is a magnificent tribute to Melbourne's historic past. Formerly the Bank of Australasia, this nineteenth century landmark has undergone a huge makeover and is now one of our city's most stylish boutique hotels.
394 Collins Street, Melbourne
Ph 1800 500 778
www.mirvachotels.com
Arnica Views
Arnica Views is a gorgeous B&B sitting high atop Mount Dandenong an hour or so east of Melbourne. From the cosy drive way beneath a canopy of greenery to the grape vines sheltering the house, Arnica Views just oozes old world charm and style. Esther discovers their motto; One: relax the body. Two: refresh the mind. Three: rejuvenate the soul. And this is exactly what's on offer.
Ph 03 9751 0610
www.arnicaviews.com.au
Boyd Baker House
Situated on an isolated bush property in Bacchus Marsh, Boyd Baker House has been described as a precious piece of the state's architectural heritage. Esther travels 45 minutes north west of Melbourne to this alluring, environmentally sound home that offers the ideal setting for a great weekend escape. Decked out in iconic 50s and 60s style furniture and artworks, the Boyd Baker House is now available for short-term rental, so get in quick!
Ph 03 9428 6444
www.boydbakerhouse.com.au
Kilolo
Hidden amongst the hills just eight kilometres east of Lorne on the Great Ocean Rd, you'll find Kilolo, an authentic Balinese Villa that has proven itself to be the perfect great escape. Glen stays in one of the two master bedrooms that come complete with their own luxurious en suite with sunken bath. Outside, the gazebo and day bed provide the perfect space to chill out. Set on one acre of tropical gardens, you really get the sense of being in Bali.
www.kilolo.com
What's On
Maggie Diaz - Into the Light
One of Melbourne's leading commercial photographers, Maggie Diaz, currently has an exhibition on at the City Museum.
Where: City Museum at Old Treasury Melbourne
When: Until June 24
More: www.thatsmelbourne.com.au
Circus Oz
Circus Oz is coming home after twelve months on the road with the Laughing at Gravity tour. So with new show stopper acts, join in on all the fun this June.
Where: Birrarung Marr
When: 20 June–15 July
More: www.thatsmelbourne.com.au
Queen Victoria Market Cooking School
Become inspired this winter learning from top chefs at the Queen Victoria Market Cooking School. Day, evening and weekend classes are all available.
Where: Queen Victoria Market
When: Weekly
More: Phone 03 9320 5835 or www.thatsmelbourne.com.au
