Yarra Valley Lodge

Name

Yarra Valley Lodge

Legal name

Rydges Hotels Limited trading as Independent Collection by EVT

Website

https://yarravalleylodge.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hotel Accommodation & Hospitality Services

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Accommodation (721)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

Resort-Area Full-Service Hotels (Non–All-Inclusive) (THAGAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Resort Convention Hotels (THAGALAC)

Keywords

• Luxury hotel accommodation
• Conference event venues
• Wedding venue hospitality
• Resort dining services
• Wine tourism packages

Headquarters

HQ city

Chirnside Park

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Accommodation: 102 guest rooms including Lodge View King, Golf View King, Lodge View Family, Golf View Family, One Bedroom Suite, Accessible King, Garden View Family, and Accessible Family rooms. Rooms open onto garden terrace or private balcony.
2. Food & Beverage: On-site dining across Bella Restaurant (open 7 days a week 12pm–9pm, seasonal menus by Head Chef Steve Scambler), Lodge Bar Bistro (casual all-day dining), In-Room Dining, and Breakfast at Bella. Generates revenue through per-covers, beverage sales, and special dining events.
3. Venues & Events: Event and conference spaces including Marmion Ballroom, Birrarung, Conservatory (max 200 guests), Elham Room, Bella PDR, Conservatory Terrace, and Wortley. Serves corporate events, weddings, private events, and festive season functions.
4. Packages & Experiences: Bundled accommodation and experience packages including Unwined in the Yarra Valley (wine tour), Up, Up & A Stay (hot air ballooning), Family Getaway, and special dining events like Four Pillars Gin Feast. Generates revenue through packaged per-person pricing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Yarra Valley Lodge operates a 102-room upscale hotel set on a 120-hectare estate within Heritage Golf & Country Club at the gateway to the Yarra Valley. Its primary offerings are overnight accommodation across eight room categories, three on-site food and beverage venues (Bella Restaurant, Lodge Bar Bistro, and In-Room Dining/Breakfast at Bella), and venue hire for conferences, weddings, and private events in spaces including the Conservatory, Marmion Ballroom, Birrarung, Elham Room, Bella PDR, Conservatory Terrace and Wortley.

Product overview

Yarra Valley Lodge is a hospitality property offering accommodation and dining services. The accommodation portfolio consists of 102 guest rooms across eight room types: Lodge View King Room, Golf View King Room, Lodge View Family Room, Golf View Family Room, Garden View Family Room, One Bedroom Suite, Accessible King Room, and Accessible Family Room. Dining options include Bella Restaurant (seasonal menus by Chef Steve Scambler), Lodge Bar Bistro (all-day dining), In Room Dining, and Breakfast at Bella. The property also offers event venues including the Conservatory (90-200 capacity), conference spaces, and wedding facilities. Additional offerings include curated experiences and packages such as the Four Pillars Gin Feast, Estate Wedding Experience, Family Getaway Package, Unwined in the Yarra Valley wine tour, and Up, Up & A Stay hot air ballooning package. The property operates as part of the Independent Collection by EVT.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Bella Restaurant: On-site restaurant serving seasonal menus celebrating Yarra Valley produce, open 7 days a week from 12pm – 9pm.
• Lodge Bar Bistro

Products and services

• Lodge View King Room Guest room offering garden views with direct access to a garden terrace or private balcony, featuring pillowtop beds and complimentary Wi-Fi. Priced from AU$239 per night.
• Golf View King Room Guest room overlooking the Heritage Golf & Country Club golf course, with private balcony or terrace access and pillowtop beds.
• One Bedroom Suite Spacious suite with king-sized bed, sofa bed, separate living area, dining area, and kitchenette, suited to longer stays or families.
• Family Rooms (Lodge View, Golf View, Garden View and Accessible Family) Family-sized guest rooms with two queen beds, generous bathroom with separate shower and bath, and Nespresso machine; designed for families with children, with accessible variants available.
• Accessible King Room Accessible guest room designed for guests with mobility requirements, featuring adapted bathroom and facilities.
• Bella Restaurant On-site restaurant open 7 days a week, 12pm-9pm, celebrating Yarra Valley flavours with seasonal menus by Head Chef Steve Scambler using produce sourced from local growers.
• Lodge Bar Bistro Casual bar and bistro offering all-day dining for catch-ups, shared meals, and laid-back drinks.
• In-Room Dining Room service allowing guests to dine in their rooms while overlooking Yarra Valley views.
• Breakfast at Bella Morning breakfast service at Bella Restaurant featuring fresh, local produce.
• Conference and Events Venues Event and conference venues including Marmion Ballroom, Birrarung, Conservatory (max 200 guests), Elham Room, Bella PDR, Conservatory Terrace and Wortley, serving corporate events, weddings, private events and festive celebrations with flexible Theatre, Boardroom, Classroom, U-shape, Cabaret and Banquet setups.
• Conservatory Venue Versatile function venue with panoramic views of the Conservatory Terrace and gardens, accommodating 90-200 guests for events and conferences.
• Estate Wedding Experience Wedding celebration package from $220 per person for intimate celebrations of 20-60 guests at the Conservatory venue, including complimentary couple accommodation, an anniversary stay with breakfast and dinner, or upgraded beverage package.
• Family Getaway Package Family accommodation package from AU$285 where kids 11 and under stay and eat free, including 10% off accommodation for 2 adults and 2 children under 12, daily breakfast for two adults, and meals for two children when dining with a paying adult; valid Now - 28 Feb 2027.
• Unwined in the Yarra Valley Wine tour package from AU$630 for two guests including overnight accommodation in a King Room, buffet breakfast for two, 11:30am pickup, wine tastings at Yering Farm and Yering Station, cheese tastings at Coldstream Dairy, a glass of bubbles at Chandon, and chocolate tastings at Yarra Valley Chocolaterie; valid Now - 31 Dec 2026.
• Up, Up & A Stay Hot air ballooning package from AU$1,000 for two guests including overnight accommodation with buffet breakfast, bottle of regional wine on arrival, one-hour sunrise hot air balloon flight with Picture This Ballooning, and return transfers; full prepayment required.
• Stay In, Save More Accommodation package offering discounted room rates starting from AU$239 per night at the lodge.
• Four Pillars Bloody Shiraz Gin Feast Three-course dinner at Bella Restaurant priced at AU$140 per person on 5 September 2026, including Four Pillars Rare Dry Gin & Tonic, two exclusive Four Pillars Bloody Shiraz Gin cocktails, Yarra Valley Shiraz wine pairing, and co-hosted by Four Pillars' Nick Tesar and Head Chef Steve Scambler.
• Festive Season Events End-of-year celebration packages for teams, friends and families including festive decorations, bon bons, welcome drink on arrival, and Lodge Bar available for exclusive hire. Festive menus include BBQ Menu at AU$94 per person and Shared Style Menu at AU$99 per person.

Quantifiable outcome

• 102 guest rooms on a 120-hectare estate
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Heritage Golf & Country ClubcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYarra Valley Lodge is nestled within the grounds of the exclusive Heritage Golf & Country Club. The property's location within the golf club estate provides guests with access to golfing facilities and a premium private setting that differentiates the lodge from standard hotels.
• Heritage Retreat & Day SpaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHeritage Retreat & Day Spa is referenced as a neighbouring facility within the estate, offering pool and retreat facilities to Yarra Valley Lodge guests. Guests are directed to the Heritage Retreat & Day Spa website for more information on pool and retreat facilities.
• Picture This BallooningcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPicture This Ballooning is partnered with Yarra Valley Lodge to offer sunrise hot air balloon flights over the Yarra Valley as part of the 'Up, Up & A Stay' package. The ballooning experience is a key differentiator for the lodge's experiential accommodation packages. Transfers to and from launch and landing sites are included.
• Four Pillars GincoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFour Pillars Gin, one of Australia's most awarded craft gin distilleries based in Healesville, partners with Yarra Valley Lodge for the 'Meet the Makers with Four Pillars' dining events. Events are co-hosted by Four Pillars' Nick Tesar, featuring exclusive Bloody Shiraz Gin cocktails, Yarra Valley Shiraz pairings, and a three-course menu by Head Chef Steve Scambler. Tastings are offered in the lobby on event days. The partnership leverages the connection between Four Pillars Bloody Shiraz Gin and the Yarra Valley's Shiraz grapes.
• Independent Collection by EVTcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYarra Valley Lodge is part of the Independent Collection by EVT, a portfolio of independently branded hotels operated under the EVT Group umbrella. The collection is marketed and distributed through EVT's digital platforms including EVT Stays and EVT Group's centralised booking infrastructure.
• Yering FarmminorGTM or Marketing PartnerYering Farm is featured as part of the 'Unwined in the Yarra Valley' package, providing wine tastings for guests. This partnership enhances the lodge's experiential wine tourism offering.
• Yering StationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerYering Station is featured as part of the 'Unwined in the Yarra Valley' package for wine tastings and also available as a recommended afternoon activity for guests of the ballooning package. This partnership supports the lodge's curated Yarra Valley experience.
• Coldstream DairyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerColdstream Dairy is featured as part of the 'Unwined in the Yarra Valley' package, offering artisan cheese tastings to guests. This supports the lodge's food and wine experience positioning.
• ChandonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerChandon is featured as part of the 'Unwined in the Yarra Valley' package, offering a complimentary glass of bubbles and time for lunch. This partnership enhances the premium wine and dining experience at the lodge.
• Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice CreameryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery is featured as a destination in the 'Unwined in the Yarra Valley' package and recommended as an afternoon activity for ballooning package guests. This complements the lodge's food and beverage experience.
• Yarra Valley TrufflesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerYarra Valley Truffles from Woori Yallock supplies fresh black truffles used in the Truffle Dinner event menu at Bella Restaurant. Fresh truffles from Yarra Valley Truffles are featured in the Bloody Shiraz Gin Feast menu as well.
• Mount Zero OlivesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMount Zero Olives supplies Cerignola olives used in the Four Pillars Bloody Shiraz Gin Feast menu at Bella Restaurant. Featured in the Tuna crudo entrée course.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Chateau Yering: Luxury heritage hotel in the heart of the Yarra Valley offering 32 rooms, fine dining and wedding venues. Closest direct competitor to Yarra Valley Lodge for premium wine-region accommodation, weddings, and F&B in the same catchment.
• RACV Healesville Country Club & Resort: Country club and resort in Healesville in the Yarra Valley, offering accommodation, conference venues, weddings and dining. Directly comparable full-service regional resort positioned to similar leisure, corporate, and wedding segments.
• The Farm Yarra Valley: Wedding and events venue in the Yarra Valley offering on-site accommodation, ceremony and reception spaces, and dining. Competes for the same destination wedding market that underpins Yarra Valley Lodge's wedding positioning.
• Lancemore Group properties: Boutique luxury hotel group operating Mansion Hotel & Spa at Werribee Park, Lindenderry at Red Hill, and Lancemore Macedon Ranges — comparable Victorian boutique/regional resorts with weddings, F&B and conferencing as core revenue streams.
• Jackalope Hotels (Mornington Peninsula): Luxury boutique hotel and winery estate on the Mornington Peninsula offering premium rooms, fine dining and event venues. Comparable positioning as a high-end wine-region destination with experience-led packages and weddings.
• Mitchelton Hotel (Nagambie): Hotel located at a working winery estate on the Goulburn River in regional Victoria, with rooms, restaurant and conferencing. Comparable regional wine-estate resort positioning targeting leisure and corporate guests from Melbourne.

Broad incumbents

• Rydges Hotels & Resorts: Full-service hotel brand owned by the same parent (EVT Group) operating Yarra Valley Lodge. Provides cross-brand distribution, loyalty integration, and group-level benchmarking for the asset.
• QT Hotels & Resorts: Lifestyle luxury hotel brand within the EVT portfolio, offering design-led accommodation, dining, weddings and events in city and resort locations. Sibling brand under the same parent with overlapping wedding/MICE positioning.
• Atura Hotels: EVT Group's express lifestyle hotel brand operating across regional Australia. Sibling brand under the same EVT umbrella and comparable regional accommodation competitor for corporate and leisure demand.

Emerging players

• Yering Station Cottages: Self-contained cottage accommodation on the Yering Station winery estate in the Yarra Valley, featured as a partner in Yarra Valley Lodge's Unwined package. A smaller, more niche accommodation option targeting the same wine-region visitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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