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Chauncy

178 High St, Heathcote VIC 3523, Australia

Recommended by 72 people

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178 High St, Heathcote VIC 3523, Australia

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+61 3 4432 7951
HoursMonday: 12:30 – 4:30 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: Closed Friday: 12:30 – 4:30 PM Saturday: 12:30 – 4:30 PM Sunday: 12:30 – 4:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Chauncy

Chauncy offers a four-hour French country lunch in Heathcote where hosts Tess and Louis welcome guests straight into their home. The seasonal progression unfolds across multiple courses paired with cellar finds or house-crafted sans alcool concoctions. Midway through, diners step outside with a glass in hand to wander the kitchen garden or roll bocce balls before sitting down to duck tortellini and roasted pork.

  • Mid-meal garden break: Lunch pauses halfway through so guests can wander the kitchen garden or play bocce with a drink in hand.
  • Hosted at the owners' home: Tess and Louis personally host small seatings inside their own home, pairing Louis's cooking with thoughtful cellar pours.
  • Thoughtful non-alcoholic pairings: Courses come matched with bespoke house infusions, homemade teas, and botanical pours for non-drinkers.
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The Chauncy Difference

Why guests choose Chauncy for an unforgettable regional dining retreat

  • An Effortless Multi-Hour Country Lunch

    A multi-course degustation paced across three to five unhurried hours allows diners to savor French-inspired cuisine without feeling rushed.

    They have mastered the art of making a 5 hour lunch look effortless.

    Lee Wilson

  • Kitchen Garden Intermissions and Lawn Games

    Midway through the dining experience, guests take a scheduled intermission with drinks in hand to wander the kitchen produce garden or play bocce.

    Then midway through lunch, you’re invited to grab another glass, wander outside again or even have a game of bocce before the mains.

    Konrad Spies

  • Genuine Hospitality in the Proprietors' Home

    Proprietors Tess and Louis welcome guests into their actual residence and garden, creating a deeply warm, personalized atmosphere.

    We felt like we were guests in their home (which it is!).

    Brenda Day

  • The Warmth of Gathering with Old Friends

    The atmosphere feels like gathering intimately among familiar friends in a classic country house rather than dining in a formal dining hall.

    Like a long, delicious lunch with old friends in a beautiful old house.

    Lee Wilson

  • Bespoke Non-Alcoholic Beverage Pairings

    Diners who do not consume alcohol receive equal culinary focus via bespoke sans-alcool concoctions, house-fermented elixirs, and fresh teas.

    I loved all the genius sans acool concoctions Tess passionately explained.

    Lana H

  • Thoughtfully Crafted Teas and Zero-Proof Wines

    Non-drinkers enjoy a full pairing experience tailored course by course with freshly prepared teas and alcohol-free wines.

    I didn't drink but was served incredible non-alcoholic wines and fresh, home made teas.

    Lee Wilson

Signature dining experiences, artisanal dishes, and bespoke pairing journeys

  • Non-alcoholic pairings

    we enjoyed exceptional food, lovely wines, and thoughtful non-alcoholic pairings throughout the day.

    Franklin Gikas

  • Duck & morel tortellini

    For me the highlight was the duck filled tortellini

    Llewellyn Stephens

  • Chef’s table long lunch

    Being at the Chefs Table for the long lunch, we could witness Louis calm and precise cooking.

    Lana H

  • Shared table d’hote lunch

    We had lunch at Chauncy today at their shared table d’hote experience.

    Brenda Day

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful nuances and intimate hosting gestures that shape the dining experience at Chauncy.

  • Arrival Garden Welcome

    Guests are greeted with a glass of sparkling or Champagne and an amuse-bouche upon arrival, invited to begin their visit with a relaxed stroll through the grounds.

  • Mid-Meal Garden & Bocce Recess

    Midway through the multi-course meal, diners are encouraged to pause, step outside with their drink to explore the productive vegetable beds, or play a game of bocce before mains.

  • Bespoke Sans Alcool & Tea Pairings

    Tess curates an elaborate, dedicated pairing sequence featuring house-crafted non-alcoholic concoctions, de-alcoholised wines, and fresh herbal teas alongside each course.

  • Intimate In-Home Host Care

    Hosting just 14 seats in their own home, Tess and chef Louis personally guide guests through courses, tailor wine selections to taste, and adapt seating or pacing on the fly.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much time should you allow for lunch?

Plan on a leisurely dining experience that typically spans 3 to 5 hours, paced around a multi-course seasonal menu with an intermission to explore the kitchen garden.

Are non-alcoholic pairing options available?

Yes. Alongside curated wine pairings, Chauncy offers dedicated non-alcoholic pairings, featuring house-made concoctions and specialty teas designed to accompany each course.

Do you need to book ahead?

Advance bookings are strongly recommended, as dining takes place in an intimate setting with limited capacity and shared table seating. Reservations are accepted.

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