Episode 32: Best of Special
There are so many places that the Postcards team visit each year it becomes hard to remember them all, so this week's episode we take you back to some of our more memorable spots from the past year. From Minnies in Gippsland, to the newest resort in Creswick, sensational sea views overlooking Phillip Island, and divine food in the Goldfields, these are just some of the wonderful places you'll see. Plus, Feathers Boutique owner Margaret Porritt shows us her Mornington Peninsula hideaway.
Margaret Porritts Beach House
One person who has made Portsea her holiday choice for 30 years is fashion designer Margaret Porritt of the Feathers Boutique empire. Aside from time spent at home, Margaret loves to walk the back beach at Portsea and follows this with breakfast at The Smashing Bean in Sorrento. She and Suzie spend a great day together enjoying all the seaside town has to offer. The day draws to a close with cocktail hour and a beautiful view at the Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club.
Feathers Boutiques
www.feathersboutique.com.au
The Smashing Bean
119 125 Ocean Beach Rd
Sorrento
Ph: 5984 5800
Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club
3154 Nepean Rd
Sorrento
Ph: 5984 8200
www.sscbc.com.au
Novotel Forest Resort Creswick
The Novotel Forest Creswick Resort opened its doors in March this year. Built on what was once the old Creswick golf club, one of its main features is the brand new golf course. It has been designed by renowned golf course architect Tony Cashmore and our very own international pro Robert Allenby. If youre looking to relax then Spa 407 has a number of treatments including massages and facials. After a hard day on the course or in the day spa you can have a dip in the pool or retire to your room. Each room is fully decked out with everything you need but if you want to continue with the pampering then why not try the penthouse which has its own spa and gas log fire.
B & B from $149- First 100 callers
Novotel Forest Resort Creswick
1500 Midland Hwy, Creswick
Ph: 5345 2526
Ph: Reservations 1300 780 411
www.novotel.forestresort.com.au
Minnies B & B
At Minnies bed and breakfast, which is just a few minutes drive from Sale, each room has become a living canvas. Owner Mandy Rowe designed and painted all the funky furniture herself and depending on your mood, you can book the vibrant green and orange room, romantic rose room, or for a special occasion you can even book the whole house. Mandys creative flair is also expressed in the spacious open plan living, dinning and kitchen areas. But its not just the furnishings that will grab your attention, she will also cook you a gourmet dinner.
Minnies Bed & Breakfast
Ph: 5144 3344
202 Gibsons Road, Sale
www.minnies.com.au
Taste of Gold
Over 150 years ago the soils around Mount Alexander and Castlemaine had some of the richest deposits of gold in the world. Just over an hour north west of Melbourne is the Mount Alexander Food and Wine Trial, where if you went digging today, you would be more likely to find vines, orchards and veggie patches. As this area is the apple core of Victoria, a great place to start your trail is at the fresh produce store, The Little Red Apple. The next stop for Gorgi was at Bress, well known for their wine, cider and chickens. In need of a sugar fix the final stop was at Colliers Chocolates, a chocolate feast when you can indulge in fudge sauce, drinks, mousse and fondue. You can certainly still strike it rich on the Goldfields with a Taste of Gold food and wine trail. Stop off at one of the goldfields visitor information centres to pick up a brochure or visit their website.
Taste of Gold
Food and Wine Trails
www.tasteofgold.com
Silverwater Resort
It seems like no matter where you look on Phillip Island there is always something happening. Just 2kms before you hit the bridge to the Island & San Remo youll find Silverwater Resort, the newest and biggest development this side of the Peninsula. Completed in 2007, no expense was spared on this stunning resort with over 160 luxury apartments & impressive facilities set on a 21 acre property. The apartments are beautifully positioned on the hill with views of Phillip Island or Western Port Bay, so once you have arrived; its just a case of finding the one thats most suited for you.
Silverwater Resort
PH: 03 5671 9300
Reservations: 1800 033 403
www.silverwaterresort.com.au
What's On
Electrolux Cooking School
The Electrolux Cooking School at the Queen Victoria Market will be cooking up a storm this spring as part of celebrations for their tenth birthday.
Where: Queen Victoria Market
When: Throughout spring
More: Ph 9320 5835 or visit www.qvm.com.au
Melbourne Fringe Festival
Starting this week, The Melbourne Fringe Festival will be spicing up the citys cultural calendar with an entertaining program that ranges across all art forms.
Where: Various Venues
When: 24 September - 12 October
More: Ph 9660 9600 or vistit
www.melbournefringe.com.au
The Dream Festival
And take your imagination for a walk at The Dream Festival; Melbournes newest free public event is on next weekend at Birrarung Marr.
Where: Birrarung Marr
When: 3 - 6 October
More: Visit www.dreamfestival.com.au
