It’s time to escape to the country for a heart-warming & belly-filling getaway. Glowing fires, gourmet meals, boutique local wines, nurturing yoga & great company long awaits you!

Our home for the weekend, The Farmstead at Glenlowren, is only 60 minutes from the CBD and nestled amongst the hills and paddocks of the stunning Yarra Valley. The Farmstead is decorated in a luxurious farmhouse style with unique nods to the property’s history throughout. The deeply peaceful 100-acre farm feels miles away from everything, but is only minutes from the region’s famous wineries and restaurants.

With a billiards room, spacious dining area & multiple lounge rooms there’s plenty of space for sharing a bottle of wine & swapping stories. When craving time to yourself, heat up by one wood-burning fire places, visit the on-site working farm (& four-legged farmhands), or retreat to your comfortable bedroom complete with an ensuite.

Daily yoga practices will be held and taught by beloved yoga teacher and your host, Sarah McGrath*. Yoga practice will be balanced with time to snuggle up with a book, learn how to make handmade pasta, laugh with new mates, explore the Yarra Valley, sip hand-picked boutique wines & feast on meals made with love & local ingredients.

For ‘Escape to the Country’, we are beyond lucky to have Chef Jon Bussell as our private chef. Originally from Northern Ireland, Jon started working in kitchens at age 14 (fibbing that he was 16 to get a job). Since then, he's been honing his craft in kitchens all over the world, including four separate Michelin starred restaurants. ⁠We are so grateful that he’s willing to pull away from his business and young family to feed our bellies the whole weekend!
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View the full Mat & Table ‘Escape to the Country’ itinerary here.

What's Included?

• 2 days & 2 nights accommodation at The Farmstead

• Daily yoga practices with Sarah McGrath (Vinyasa, Slow Flow & Yin practices will be led over the weekend)

• A yummy pasta making class with Marina from Pasta Journey

• A special 90 minute yin & live sound bath experience with Melbourne sound alchemist, IKSRE.

• 2 gourmet dinners with fresh, local ingredients & paired with boutique wines

• 2 post-flow brunch spreads filled with sweet & savory options leaving you nourished and satisfied

• Baked goods, fresh fruit, snacks, coffee, tea, fresh juices & kombucha available at all times

• All activities included in the itinerary

Pricing:

• Shared Room (multiple beds per room with private ensuite)- SOLD OUT

• Single Room (have a room and ensuite all to yourself)- SOLD OUT

Other items you might be curious about:

Upon booking, we will ask about any dietary requirements & if you are traveling solo or with buddies so we can allocate rooms to your comfort.

In the unlikely chance of Melbourne travel restrictions returning, we will certainly postpone for a future date.

How do I book?

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*Sarah McGrath is a beloved Melbourne yoga teacher. Specialising in Vinyasa, Yin & Slow Flow- she brings passion, encouragement, thoughtfulness & lots of smiles to her teaching. Her classes are fluid & supportive- linking breathe, movement & a relatable intention together.