Episode 16: Winter Specials
This week the Postcards team have together some fantastic winter specials. It's winter and that means fires, red wine, gorgeous food and of course a warm bed. Suzie shows us an indulgent residence near Daylesford, whilst Gorgi dishes up some delights at a culinary school. Glen horses around near Mt Buller, Lauren shows us why she chooses Wye River for accommodation and Brodie learns how to heat up her partner with a warm winter massage.
Barcaldine House
Set on 40 acres of land in the middle of the Wombat State Forest at Musk, Barcaldine House was once a private home but now operates as a B&B but with plenty of extras. Theres an English inspired Garden, olive grove, vineyard, lake to fish in and mountain bike riding if you so choose, or you can just take it easy. The estate has three ensuite rooms which include both the The Kings and Queens Rooms. Theres a living area with a cosy fire place for guests to relax in and a grand piano for those with some musical talent. Barcaldine House even has its own cellar door with tastings open to visitors.
Barcaldine House
238 Dairy Flat Rd, Musk
Ph: 03 5348 2741
www.barcaldinehouse.com.au
Totties Place
Why limit a beach holiday to just one season? Wye River is located on the spectacular Great Ocean Road in between Lorne and Apollo Bay, and winter gives it a whole new personality. Totties Place is the perfect spot to keep warm and kick back in style. Its a luxurious house with a great mix of open living environments giving the feeling of having the great outdoors indoors. This groovy holiday home sleeps up to six. And with a fully equipped kitchen and funky dinning area, theres no reason to ever leave. If youre looking for somewhere to eat, the Wye Beach Hotel can certainly help you out. Locals love this place for its super casual feel, excellent food and sensational view. If you get a bit chilly out on the deck head and thaw out by the fire.
Totties Place
www.tottiesplace.com.au
The Como Hotel- Seduction Package
Everyone knows that winter is full of romantic possibilities so why not enjoy a weekend where part of the fun is learning how to massage your partner. The focus is seduction which begins the moment you enter your suite at The Como in South Yarra. A super comfortable bed, huge bathroom, Koko Black handcrafted chocolates and Domain Chandon sparkling wine. As the name suggest the Seduction program provides you with three hours of bliss and the basic techniques of massage and is not about becoming the perfect masseur but rather all about learning something new together and reconnecting with your partner. The Seduction Weekend at The Como Hotel is $650 and includes overnight accommodation, breakfast for two, valet parking and the massage program.
The Como Hotel
Seduction Package
630 Chapel St, South Yarra
www.makeyourpartnermelt.com.au
Lovick's High Country Adventures
Glens winter getaway takes him to a beautiful property on the Howqua River just outside Mansfield around two and a half hours from Melbourne, where he is saddling up with legendary horseman Charlie Lovick. The property is owned by the Lovick family and sits opposite the state forest near the Alpine National Park. It provides some of the best horse riding scenery in the country. After a few hours in the saddle with Charlie and his team youll be riding like a pro before sitting around the fire and listening to one of Charlies many stories at days end.
Lovick's High Country Adventures
Ph: 03 5777 5510
www.lovicks.com.au
Essence Food Studio
Alaine and Bart Beek came up with the Essence Food Studio idea over a bottle of wine seven years ago and now twice a week the conduct very special cooking classes from their home in Werribee. With 35 different themes no two nights are ever the same. Gorgi went along to the winter tummy warmer class which kicked off with pumpkin soup and the main dish for the evening was a slow roasted wood fired lamb loin filled with chorizo sausage cooked on a bed of rosemary infused mashed potato and loads of aromatic spices. Not only is the night choc full of amazing food and great entertainment but theres plenty of cooking tips. It resembles one big dinner party where live music is sprinkled between each course. Prices start at $90 per person and include 4 courses, 3 wines, live music and lots of prizes.
Essence Food Studio
Ph: 03 9742 3068
www.essencefoodstudio.com
What's On
National Celtic Festival
Celts from around Australia will converge at Portarlington during the June long weekend for Australia's largest and most diverse celebration of Celtic culture.
Where: Portarlington
When: 6-9 June
More: Ph 03 5241 2499 or visit
www.nationalcelticfestival.com
Brown Brothers Winter Festival
The Brown Brothers Winter Festival will be a fun-filled three days of great wine, delicious gourmet food and live entertainment.
Where: Milawa
When: 7-9 June
More: Ph 1800 001 515 or visit www.brown-brothers.com.au
The Australian Landmark Kelpie Muster
Also held annually over the Queens Birthday weekend is The Australian Kelpie Muster, a celebration of Casterton as the birthplace of the well loved Kelpie.
Where: Casterton
When: 7-9 June
More: Ph 03 5584 1205 or visit www.kelpies-casterton.org
