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LOCATION
A leisurely 45 minute drive from Melbourne on the Calder Freeway and just 35 minutes from the airport, Campaspe Country House is an ideal base for exploring the cool-climate wineries of the region. The charming village of Woodend, with its quirky blend of stylish shops and cafés, is just a short stroll away.

DETAILS
Built in 1927 in the heart of the Macedon Ranges, just 10 minutes from the mysterious and iconic Hanging Rock, Campaspe Country House bears the decorative details of the Art Deco era and exudes the romance of that time. These days it is a multi-award winning country hotel, executive conference centre and gourmet retreat where owners Milton and Liz Collins and their Head Chef, Brad Lobb, are enthusiastic promoters of the food and wine of the region.

CAMPASPE COUNTRY HOUSE RESTAURANT
Campaspe Country House also boasts a restaurant regarded as the Macedon Ranges finest exponent of regional cuisine and recommended by The Age Good Food Guide. Head Chef, Brad Lobb is the current International Association of Conference Centres’ Australian Chef of the Year. Brad’s passionate use of local and seasonal produce culminates in outstanding regional fare that showcases his distinctive style and technique.

Having worked for six years as Head Chef at Frangos & Frangos in Daylesford and five years at Bazzani's Warrenmang Vineyard Resort, Brad is well acquainted with the concept of high quality food and wine in a rural setting. With such a solid grounding as these two restaurants offered, it's little wonder that Brad's inspired modern take on regional cuisine has attracted favourable reviews. Brad uses the best local produce to create inspired dishes for Campaspe Country House. To choose but one of the tantalising entrées on the menu, picture this: a salad of roasted Central Victorian quail on rocket with Istra prosciutto crisps, Heathcote William pear, roasted walnuts, Holy Goat fromage frais and honey mustard dressing.

Having developed close relationships with many of the region’s best wineries the Campaspe Country House wine list is a veritable "Who's Who" of the cool climate wines of the Macedon Ranges, with noteworthy labels predominating in the listings of sparkling, white, red and dessert wines.

Meals at Campaspe Country House are served in the lovely main dining room, overlooking the pool, while several private dining rooms allow parties of up to 18 people to be comfortably seated. After dinner, guests are invited to relax in one of the two private lounges before retiring for the night.

ACCOMMODATION
Twenty superbly appointed bedrooms await, each with “private bathrooms or” ensuite, and all are within easy reach of well-equipped conference rooms and recreation facilities.

WEDDINGS
Set in glorious gardens designed by Edna Walling and surrounded by 32 acres of natural bushland, Campaspe Country House is a wonderful wedding venue. With every detail receiving the meticulous attention of Campaspe's staff, post-nuptial celebrations can take the form of an exquisite cocktail party or a superb formal dinner. Either way, the beautiful setting and understated elegance of Campaspe Country House will ensure a lifetime's treasured memories of the "Big Day".

Opening Hours:
6.30-8.30pm Friday and Saturday; 8am-10am Sunday breakfast; 12-2pm Sunday lunch. Reservations preferred but not essential. 8am – 10am Saturday and Other times by prior arrangement.