Chateau Yering Historic House Hotel is a heritage Victorian mansion situated on 250 acres of land, bordering Yarra River, and approximately 45 miles northeast of Melbourne International Airport. Set amidst gardens, the house was originally built by Paul De Castella in 1854 and has been sensitively renovated. There are more than 30 vineyards within a few minutes' drive of Chateau Yering. Hotel amenities include the Sweetwater Cafe, Eleonore's Restaurant, Chinese Room and Lounge, Blue Drawing Room, and library. The hotel also offers room service, parking, and 24-hour front desk service. All 20 rooms are individually decorated and feature antique furniture, antique works of art, fine fabrics, minibars, telephones, VCRs, and private bathrooms.