Shivonne's Guidebook
Food scene
Meeniyan has some great little shops all within easy walking distance from the pub
6 locals recommend
Meeniyan Hotel
117 Whitelaw StMeeniyan has some great little shops all within easy walking distance from the pub
For the best coffee around I would recommend this café. They use little rebel beans and the owner Sammy always makes you feel right at home there. They approx 3 kilometres away in Tarwin Lower (which you will drive past when you come into town), and serve up a mean breakfast or lunch.
10 locals recommend
The Bird & The Wolf Cafe
43 River DrFor the best coffee around I would recommend this café. They use little rebel beans and the owner Sammy always makes you feel right at home there. They approx 3 kilometres away in Tarwin Lower (which you will drive past when you come into town), and serve up a mean breakfast or lunch.
My favourite local eating spot
The chef Jordy and his wife Linda are very hospitable and the food is always delicious 🤤
Excellent food and only approximately a 5 minute walk from the house. The menu is seasonal however includes a wood fire pizza menu along with a full menu offering tapas style dishes and classic Australian pub fare.
44 locals recommend
Cavity
114 Jupiter BlvdExcellent food and only approximately a 5 minute walk from the house. The menu is seasonal however includes a wood fire pizza menu along with a full menu offering tapas style dishes and classic Australian pub fare.
Cellar Door
Fantastic views and cider which is around a 30 minute trip from home.
49 locals recommend
Gurneys Cider
343 Fish Creek-Foster RdFantastic views and cider which is around a 30 minute trip from home.
Around 30 minutes from home and in the direction of Melbourne so good to visit on your way to or from the house although quite an easy drive just for the day as well
Lucinda Estate Winery
108 Parr StAround 30 minutes from home and in the direction of Melbourne so good to visit on your way to or from the house although quite an easy drive just for the day as well
Live music and pizzas on a Sunday afternoon would be my idea of a great Sunday afternoon either on the way back to Melbourne or during your stay as is only approximately 20 minutes from Venus Bay within Inverloch
58 locals recommend
Dirty Three Wines
64 Cashin StLive music and pizzas on a Sunday afternoon would be my idea of a great Sunday afternoon either on the way back to Melbourne or during your stay as is only approximately 20 minutes from Venus Bay within Inverloch
Farm gate
Honey and related products retail farm gate as well as Devonshire tea. This farm is around 5 minutes from Meeniyan
6 locals recommend
Blue Tree Honey Farm
120 Sweeneys RdHoney and related products retail farm gate as well as Devonshire tea. This farm is around 5 minutes from Meeniyan
Adventures
For surfing lessons or simply hire of surf boards, kayaks or SUP boards contact Shane Hogan of offshore surf school in Inverloch
0407374743
Offshore Surf School
8 Ramsey BlvdCheck out Fish Creek Pub for lunch or dinner on your way to or from the glorious Wilson’s prom and don’t forget to walk barefoot on the sands of squeaky beach within the prom
174 locals recommend
Wilsons Promontory National Park
Check out Fish Creek Pub for lunch or dinner on your way to or from the glorious Wilson’s prom and don’t forget to walk barefoot on the sands of squeaky beach within the prom
Trip breakup (around half way from Melbourne)
Recommendations under this category are a good hour (roughly) from Melbourne and great to stretch the legs and enjoy. I would recommend them on you way either to Venus Bay or on the way home.
A great spot for a special occasion meal (fine dining) with great food and breathtaking surroundings.
6 locals recommend
The Grove Gippsland
27 Uren RdA great spot for a special occasion meal (fine dining) with great food and breathtaking surroundings.
Great spot to stretch the legs and have a quick beer and/or pizza. You’re over half way from this point.
15 locals recommend
Burra Brewing Co
12 Commercial StGreat spot to stretch the legs and have a quick beer and/or pizza. You’re over half way from this point.
If you’re stay is either checking in or out Friday to Sunday, a trip to the Coal Creek Museum comes highly recommended. It is an outdoor venue so pack a pick mic to enjoy in the surrounds. Entry is unbelievably free and due to covid tickets must be pre-organised via their website;
https://coalcreekcommunityparkandmuseum.com
Coal Creek Community Park and Museum is a recreated coal mining village that depicts the history of Korumburra; from everyday life, the coalfields and the early agricultural development of the area.
Immerse yourself in 1870s – 1920s rural life.
22 locals recommend
Coal Creek Community Park & Museum
12 Silkstone RdIf you’re stay is either checking in or out Friday to Sunday, a trip to the Coal Creek Museum comes highly recommended. It is an outdoor venue so pack a pick mic to enjoy in the surrounds. Entry is unbelievably free and due to covid tickets must be pre-organised via their website;
https://coalcreekcommunityparkandmuseum.com
Coal Creek Community Park and Museum is a recreated coal mining village that depicts the history of Korumburra; from everyday life, the coalfields and the early agricultural development of the area.
Immerse yourself in 1870s – 1920s rural life.
Health & Wellbeing
Yoga classes conducted on a regular basis by Tracie Mitchell of Twirling Sheila Productions at the Tarwin Lower health centre. Message Tracie to book your place on the mat- 0421300407
Tarwin Lower Community Health Centre
19 Walkerville RoadYoga classes conducted on a regular basis by Tracie Mitchell of Twirling Sheila Productions at the Tarwin Lower health centre. Message Tracie to book your place on the mat- 0421300407
A fantastic day spa in great surroundings just outside of Meeniyan township, perfect for a little self indulgence.
https://www.morningslight.com.au/
Mornings Light
Meeniyan-Nerrena RoadA fantastic day spa in great surroundings just outside of Meeniyan township, perfect for a little self indulgence.
https://www.morningslight.com.au/