Area Hotlist — Yarra Ranges VIC
20 lifestyle anchors proven to sell property across the Yarra Ranges area
Area Hotlist — Yarra Ranges
Lilydale Lake
This expansive lake and reserve is the heart of outdoor life in Lilydale, with walking trails, picnic spots, water play areas and wide open views.
Yarra Valley Shopping Centre
Serving the eastern fringe, this local retail centre includes supermarkets, dining and services with ample parking and a relaxed village feel.
Lilydale Station
The eastern end of the suburban train line, this station provides essential links for commuters and anchors Lilydale’s growing transport hub.
Yarra Hills Secondary College
A prominent secondary school with campuses in Mt Evelyn and Mooroolbark, frequently mentioned for its community focus and zoned demand.
Mount Evelyn Recreation Reserve
This large community reserve features sports fields, playgrounds, walking paths and dog-friendly open space for locals of all ages.
Lilydale Marketplace
A central retail destination with major supermarkets, fresh food and daily essentials. Walkable from the station and residential streets.
Chirnside Park Shopping Centre
This major mall serves both Chirnside and Lilydale with fashion, supermarkets and family-friendly dining in a suburban retail format.
Box Hill Institute Lilydale
Located in the former Swinburne campus, this TAFE and tertiary provider offers a wide range of vocational courses in the heart of the Yarra Ranges.
Mt Dandenong Arboretum
A peaceful garden on the mountain offering shaded trails, exotic trees and panoramic views. A must-visit for walkers and photographers alike.
Yarra Ranges National Park
This vast forest reserve encompasses waterfalls, ferns and mountain peaks—providing unmatched hiking, wildlife watching and serenity.
Seville Water Play Park
A family-friendly outdoor splash park surrounded by lawns and walking paths—great for cooling off on summer days in the Yarra Valley.
Upper Yarra Secondary College
Serving Warburton and surrounding townships, this college is a key education provider in the valley with a strong local identity.
Montrose Playground & Reserve
This leafy open space includes tennis courts, modern play equipment and wide lawns for relaxed weekends and after-school play.
Wandin Yallock Primary School
A small and respected rural school with deep community roots, popular among families seeking semi-rural living with quality education.
Olinda Falls Picnic Area
One of the Dandenongs’ hidden gems, offering short walks to cascading waterfalls and shaded picnic spots amid native forest.
Yarra Glen Racecourse
A picturesque racing venue nestled among wineries. Hosts seasonal meets and events with a backdrop of rolling hills and vines.
Warburton Trail
A beloved rail trail stretching from Lilydale to Warburton, ideal for cycling, walking and weekend escapes through scenic bushland.
Lilydale High School
A well-established public secondary school in the northeast, serving a wide catchment with strong academic and extracurricular offerings.
Belgrave Station
The gateway to Puffing Billy and the Dandenongs, Belgrave Station connects hilly villages to the rail network and tourism highlights.
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
This iconic lookout and restaurant offers sweeping views across Melbourne and the bay, plus gardens, maze and seasonal events above the clouds.