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Boat O'Craigo, Yarra Valley

458 Maroondah Hwy, Healesville VIC 3777, Australia

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Find Boat O'Craigo, Yarra Valley

458 Maroondah Hwy, Healesville VIC 3777, Australia

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+61 3 5962 6899
HoursMonday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Boat O'Craigo, Yarra Valley

This boutique Yarra Valley cellar door pairs estate cool-climate wines with crisp wood-fired pizzas against rolling vineyard slopes. Regulars head straight for the tasting counter to pour flights featuring estate Gruner Veltliner alongside crisp sparkling reds before finding a seat by the glass pavilion. The kitchen keeps things casual with shared boards and thin-crust rounds like prosciutto or cheese and garlic finished with honey and black salt. Outside, acoustic sets drift across the lawn while resident kangaroos graze along the tree line.

  • Wood-Fired Pizza Pairings: Casual thin-crust and wood-fired pies—including prosciutto and cheese with black salt and honey—replace formal multi-course menus.
  • Distinctive Tasting Flights: Tasting flights pour distinctive cool-climate varieties like sparkling Shiraz and estate Gruner Veltliner alongside regional staples.
  • Vineyard Wildlife Views: Unfenced estate slopes offer sweeping hill views where wild kangaroos regularly graze between the vines.
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Why Guests Choose Boat O'Craigo

Discover why visitors choose Boat O'Craigo for estate tastings, family celebrations, and scenic weekend escapes.

  • Curated Tastings & Rare Varietals

    Estate tasting flights feature rare gems like sparkling Shiraz alongside crisp cool-climate reds and whites guided by knowledgeable staff.

    what absolutely shocked me was the sparkling Shiraz which is rare to find. Narelle gave me the option to choose between the red wines i love and she took me on an absolute wine tasting journey.

    Viee Nguyen

  • Artisan Pizzas Paired with Wine

    Tasting flights pair directly with freshly made woodfired pizzas and sharing dishes instead of formal multi-course menus.

    The pizzas were absolutely delicious — fresh, full of flavour and the perfect match for their beautiful wines.

    Robyn Schubert

  • Unpretentious Milestone Gatherings

    Spacious indoor dining and dedicated pavilion areas comfortably host multi-generational birthdays and family gatherings without busloads of tourists.

    Booked for my Dads birthday family celebration- sunday lunch! We wanted somewhere without the bus loads of tourists!!

    Angela Nel

  • Welcoming Space for Families

    The estate offers generous open lawns where children can run around safely while adults celebrate together.

    The children in our group were super happy to sit & colour or dance to the musicians or run in the lawn space in the winter sun!

    Angela Nel

  • Restorative Vineyard Scenery

    Expansive views across rolling vineyards and hillsides provide a peaceful setting that invites guests to completely unwind.

    The vineyard , grounds and buildings are just so stunning … a great chance to reset just looking at the vines and hills .

    Debbie O'Brien

  • Acoustic Music & Relaxed Ambiance

    Acoustic live music and open views across the valley create an effortless, comfortable weekend atmosphere.

    The views were spectacular, the wine was amazing and the food was delicious. The live music made the atmosphere so comfortable

    Emily Gardiner (emilynws)

Estate-crafted wines paired with fresh woodfired pizzas

  • Pizzas

    The pizzas were absolutely delicious — fresh, full of flavour and the perfect match for their beautiful wines.

    Robyn Schubert

  • Wine tasting

    The $15 wine tasting included five superb wines, each one excellent.

    Sally Styles

  • Peking duck pizza

    Had a wine tasting with the winery, along with a peking duck pizza!!! Pretty nice winery!

    hs tan

  • Cheese and garlic pizza

    Amazing cheese and garlic pizza with a unique touch of black salt & honey— absolutely delicious!

    Sally Styles

Beyond the menu

Distinctive hospitality touches and thoughtful estate details that elevate your visit

  • Vineyard Wildlife Spotting by Staff

    Tasting hosts actively watch the surrounding estate grounds and alert guests to wildlife sightings, such as pointing out eagles overhead or kangaroos among the vines.

  • Artisanal Seasoning Accents on Woodfired Fare

    Woodfired pizzas feature creative culinary flourishes, such as house-made cheese and garlic flatbread finished with black salt and drizzled honey.

  • Niche Varietal Flights Featuring Sparkling Shiraz

    Wine flights highlight distinct and atypical cool-climate varietals, guiding guests through pours of Gruner Veltliner and rare sparkling Shiraz.

  • Open Fireplace and Acoustic Afternoon Atmosphere

    Indoor tables enjoy warmth from a roaring open fireplace, complemented by acoustic live music and outdoor lawn space where children can dance and run.

Frequently Asked Questions

Request View Seating When Booking

For special occasions or preferred vineyard outlooks, confirm your table placement in advance, as busy weekend services can limit immediate re-seating options.

Plan Around Live Music Volumes

Live acoustic music and peak weekend dining crowds can make indoor conversation lively; request quieter indoor zones or head to the outdoor lawn if visiting with conversation-focused groups.

Sample the Rare Tasting Flights

Explore tasting flights to discover estate-exclusive varietals that are difficult to find at typical cellar doors, notably the sparkling Shiraz and Grüner Veltliner.

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