Melba HighwayYarra Glen, Yarra Valley
About this home
Melba Highway is a boutique winter sanctuary in the heart of the Yarra Valley, designed for comfort, connection, and relaxation, and has been featured by Urban List Melbourne as one of the best outdoor spa and bathtub stays in Victoria, praised for its considered design and relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Thoughtfully designed in a modern Scandinavian farmhouse style, the property transforms into a peaceful winter retreat, where soft textures, natural tones, and cosy spaces invite you to unwind. Whether it's soaking in the outdoor spa, warming up in the sauna, or relaxing by the fireplace, every detail has been curated for comfort and ease. A fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and lounge are perfect for preparing and sharing hearty meals, and the six-seater outdoor spa is ideal for relaxing in warm water on cool days. A barrel sauna, built from traditional western red cedar and seating 6–8 people, adds a further layer of winter wellness, while a wood fireplace with a supply of redgum firewood creates a cosy, inviting atmosphere indoors (please note the firewood supply is limited for the duration of your stay). Each of the six bedrooms is individually styled to capture the character of the Yarra Valley and its surrounds. The master, "Clouds Over the Valley," is light, airy, and soft, inspired by the region's dense, towering clouds, with boucle textures, a sleek white barn door opening to its own ensuite with a double shower, a dresser table, and floral artwork — genuinely well suited to wedding couples. "Autumn" captures the gloomy yet mesmerising quality of the valley's amber-gold vineyards against dark skies, while "Rolling Hills" draws on the sweeping, layered greenery the region is known for. "Memories of Yarra" is a small, cosy room designed with children in mind, complete with a fun box of entertainment and playful nods to Healesville Sanctuary and hot air balloon rides. "Warburton" channels the mystery of the nearby redwood forest through rust and olive tones and forest-inspired lamps, and "The Farmhouse" brings a rustic country feel through messmate furnishings, high pine ceilings, and vintage artwork, with its own living space, Smart TV, and double sofa bed right next to the games room, spa, and sauna. Beyond the bedrooms, all rooms feature individual split-system air-conditioning, and the property offers ducted heating throughout, a BBQ-equipped alfresco entertaining area, an outdoor firepit with a barbecue grill attachment, a dedicated workspace with monitor and HDMI, mountain views from the deck, two indoor living spaces, a herb garden, table tennis and foosball tables, and basic gym equipment. Soft linen and Sheridan towels are provided throughout, along with Dindi Naturals skincare products, and a fully equipped laundry makes longer stays easy. Off-street parking and a portacot and high chair are available on request, and the property is also wheelchair accessible, with wide clearances to beds, showers, and hallways throughout. Positioned in the heart of the Yarra Valley, Melba Highway is a short drive to many wineries and walking distance to the Yarra Glen town centre, with Healesville just 15 minutes away and attractions like Yering Station, Alowyn Gardens, and the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery all within a few minutes' drive.