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BONNIE DOON

Bonnie Doon is a small tourist town that is perfect for watersports, trail riding, and fishing.

Known as the ‘Gateway to the High Country’, it has a lot to offer for Bushwalkers, 4WD owners, and motorcycle enthusiasts. If you fancy a stroll around town, Bonnie Doon also features a number of interesting places to visit, such as the famous holiday home from ‘The Castle’.   The community is spread out and feels like a cluster of small villages rather than a traditional town. There are 12 noteworthy attractions spread across town. Make sure to visit them all when you drop by Bonnie Doon!

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HISTORY

In 1868, a township named Doon was established in the area. The small village only had a few huts at first. A post office was put up in 1871, but the township still had a small population of 26 people. It wasn’t until 1878 that the village started growing, with the construction of schools and public buildings.

The township was eventually renamed to Bonnie Doon in 1891. A railway was built that same year. The development of rail transit linked the small town to bigger cities and paved the way for the growth of infrastructure. Unfortunately, the construction of Lake Eildon caused flooding around the town in the 1950’s. This led to the relocation of Bonnie Doon to higher ground, where it currently sits to this very day.

ATTRACTIONS NEARBY

  • The Castle Holiday Home
    Best known as the house featured in the Australian feature length comedy, ‘The Castle’.  Located just across the road from Lake Eildon.
  • Memorial Rock
    Memorial dedicated to Australians who served in World War I. Constructed in 1921, it serves as a solemn reminder of the supreme sacrifice made by Australian servicemen.
  • Bonnie Doon Country Markets
    Great place to go shopping for local handcrafted wares and produce. The Country Markets are only organised a few times a year, so make sure you drop by if you’re lucky enough to catch one!

Businesses near Bonnie Doon

Lake Eildon Holiday Rentals & Services

Lake Eildon Holiday Rentals & Services specialises in providing the best Holiday Homes around Victoria’s favourite water sports playground, the beautiful Lake Eildon. We also provide services for Cleaning, Linen Hire and Property Maintenance. Lauren has been local for many years and manages some of the best properties on the lake. There’s a lot to be said for local knowledge. Trusted advice together with an intimate knowledge of the Eildon Township, Lake and surrounds ensures you’ll make every minute of your stay a memory to hold onto. Why Holiday Let through us… When you holiday let through Lake Eildon Holiday Rentals & Services, you are renting out a property that is dedicated to your holiday needs. Each property is fully equipped with furniture and appliances that will make you feel at home while on holidays. Each property is maintained to high standards and is routinely cleaned and checked. When you let out one of our properties, you are dealing with us and not the property owners. We want you to enjoy your holiday by providing affordable and high quality holiday accommodation. VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION
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Bonnie Doon’s Lakeside Leisure Resort

Welcome and congratulations on discovering Bonnie Doon’s Lakeside Leisure Resort.  You don’t know it yet but you are standing on the verge of creating memories that will last a lifetime. My name is Alan and I’m the owner of this beautiful Resort and I invite you to visit our Website for more information on what we have to offer your group. Within the Resort – Large Lake frontage onto Lake Eildon – 5 Boat Ramps within the Resort – Accommodation for up to 96 Guests in Cabins and 348 Camping – 8 different Accommodation options to choose from – Cinema and Games Room – Tennis Court – Two Pools (Adults and Kids Paddling Pool) *Seasonal – Kayak Hire (2.5 Seater Fishing Kayaks) – Serenity….Oh lots and lots of serenity ? CLICK HERE FOR OUR WEBSITE
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Bonnie Doon’s Lakeside Leisure Resort