| Nestling in the heart of the beautiful Macedon
Ranges tourism region, take a stroll through the ambient streets
of Woodend’s gourmet strip and inhale the delicious aromas
of local produce in the making, feel your tastebuds explode with
the lure of great Belaroma coffee on offer at Cafe Colenso.
Only one hour north-west of Melbourne CBD, Cafe Colenso, set in
Woodend's former Old Bakehouse, is locally renowned for serving
the best coffee in town. Owner, Anne Riley, also serves sumptuous
cakes and biscuits, which are baked on the premises, and delicious
lunches using local Macedon Ranges produce. Dinner on Friday evenings
is also very popular and great wines from local and regional wineries
are available. Breakfast at Cafe Colenso, particularly at weekends,
is a must do - especially on sunny days when you can sit outside
on the deck and enjoy the beautiful setting in Acres Wild Nursery.
Acres Wild specialises in indigenous plants of the Macedon Ranges
and is run by Anne's partner, Robin Baker.
When asked about her success with Cafe Colenso, Anne said "
No matter how good the location, ambience, quality of food, wine
and service, the last thing most customers experience is a cup of
coffee. It is, therefore, essential we provide the best and most
consistent coffee. Belaroma has proved to be an excellent friend,
partner and supplier in this regard. Additionally, the service and
support we receive from Derek and Trudy Shepherd of Arbold Coffee
(Belaroma distributors in Victoria) is outstanding".
After enjoying the delights of Cafe Colenso and Woodend, take a
drive through scenic untouched countryside to explore the grand
gardens of Mount Macedon or the boutique wineries of the Macedon
Ranges - there are more than 30 to sample, and they have great wines
to select from and add to your cellar collection.
Go for a walk in the Hanging Rock Reserve, famous for the movie
“Picnic at Hanging Rock”, and surround yourself with
wonder and mystery. Hanging Rock is only 6km from the centre of
Woodend.
After all this indulgence, the only remaining option is simply to
put your feet up and relax! Book yourself in to one of the B &
B's, treat yourself to a massage or some beauty therapies with one
of the many local natural therapists, and then enjoy another cup
of great Belaroma coffee at Cafe Colenso and the idyllic location
in Acres Wild!
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