Venue Rates
| Day Rate | Inclusions |
| AUD 79.00 | Conference Plenary Room Hire (min numbers apply)
Wireless internet
Standard AV, conference stationery
Continuous Tea and Coffee
Fresh Fruit Basket
Morning and Afternoon Tea
Seated hot/cold buffet lunch
Discount on Day Spa Treatments |
| Residential Rate | Inclusions |
| AUD 369.00 | Full Day Conference Package
One Bedroom Spa Suite Accommodation
3 Course Dinner
Full Breakfast |
Venue Highlights
The Mercure hotel brand, already a pioneer in hotel conferencing with the Mercure Meetings Carbon Neutral conferencing initiative, welcomes a unique vineyard resort to its network in Victoria's premier Yarra Valley wine region. Mercure Balgownie Estate Vineyard Resort and Spa joined the group in April 2009, offering an inspirational destination for meetings, functions and special events, with an environmentally sensitive approach.
Location
Balgownie Estate Vineyard Resort and Spa is located in the heart of the Yarra Valley, easily accessible UNDER AN HOUR from both the CBD and Tullamarine Airport.
Offering an idyllic, picturesque location, superb contemporary facilities, exceptional catering and diverse activities programs - let our qualified conference and events team at Balgownie Estate Vineyard Resort and Spa personally tailor your event to remember.
Accommodation
Relax, unwind and enjoy the stylish country hospitality of Balgownie Estate Vineyard Resort and Spa.
There are 69 rooms and modern spacious suites at Balgownie Estate. With impressive views over the picturesque Yarra Valley, Spa Suites can be enjoyed while sipping a glass of Balgownie Estate wine on the balcony, within your comfortable living room or even from your full size spa bath. The feeling of luxury and convenience continues with other features including complimentary internet access, direct dial telephones, Foxtel, mini-bar as well as a practical kitchenette. 14 Queen Rooms or 2 bedroom Spa Suites also available.
Balgownie Estate Vineyard Resort and Spa epitomises the best in quality accomodation.
Catering Information
Tantalise the taste buds with a dining experience in Rae's Restaurant, open 7 days pw for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Meet fireside in Rae's Lounge for pre-dinner drinks or a warming nightcap. Enjoy warm hospitality and exceptional personal service in a relaxed, stylish setting.
Executive Chef, Stephane Le Grand, personally selects from the freshest local produce, including vegetables and spices from our very own gardens, to skilfully prepare creative and modern cuisine influenced by extensive international experience. Our menu changes regularly to feature simply the best ingredients that the season has to offer.
Our themed Cellar Door with 5-star butler service is ideal for a degustation experience or intimate private dining or function rooms are available for larger celebrations.
Recreational Facilities
Activities on-site:
NatSkin Day Spa
Cellar Door wine tasting
Health Club - Gymnasium, Sauna and Heated Indoor Experience Pool
Walking trails, Fitness Circuit, Tennis Court, Bocce, Volleyball, Giant Chess
Or by prior arrangement.
Balloon and Helicopter Flights
Bicycle hire, archery, yoga/meditation, or utilise our extensive grounds for outdoor team building activities
After recovering from all Balgownie has on offer, why not get out and explore the Valley. Nearby options inc:
Golf at Yering Meadows
Paintball skirmish
Winery and local touring - Yarra Valley Dairy, White Rabbit and Coldsteam Breweries, Village shopping and galleries, Healesville Sanctuary, Historic Gulf Station and more!
Whether after thrill-seeking adventure or total relaxation, Balgownie Estate has it all!
Technical Facilities
To complement our superb conference facilities, Balgownie Resort has partnered with Melbourne's premier AV Company, Audio Visual Hire Australia, to bring you the most technologically advanced equipment available.
Our conference centre features ceiling mounted data projector and motorised screen, in-built speaker system.
Rae's Restaurant, Lounge and the Conference Centre also offer complimentary wireless internet connection.
Business Facilities
Balgownie Estate is an inspirational destination for meetings, functions and special events. Expansive floor to ceiling vineyard views are a signature of the purpose built Conference Centre catering to 170 theatre style or up to 96 cabaret style. There is direct access to an outdoor, undercover terrace, ideal for product display, breaks and pre-dinner drinks.
The Executive Boardroom with its private amenities, is ideal for private meetings of up to 16. Suites readily convert to practical breakout venues for up to 14 delegates.
A combination of incentive, team building, pampering and exciting adventure activities or entertainment can be incorporated into your agenda to provide for a truly memorable event.
Accolades
Balgownie Estate Vineyard Resort and Spa has taken out the greatly coveted 'Best Environmental Initiative' at the 2008 AHA National Awards of Excellence. This was the first time the AHA has awarded such an accolade.
In addition to this great honour, Balgownie Estate was a finalist in the 'Best Boutique Accommodation' category. Showcasing the truth of our maxim 'Sustainability Doesn't Mean Sacrificing Luxury', with the resort demonstrating how five-star luxury and environmental sustainability can co-exist in harmony.
Additional Information
Exclusive use of resort is available.