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After cute towns near Melbourne? Daylesford and Trentham deliver spa-country charm and sourdough so good you’ll start discussing crumb structure like a sommelier.

Healesville and Yarra Glen are an easy cruise for wildlife and wineries—two fine reasons to plan a designated driver.

For misty forest vibes, try Sassafras and Olinda in the Dandenongs; bring a jumper and room for scones.

If you fancy sea air, Sorrento and Queenscliff lay on old-world shopfronts and fish ’n’ chips worthy of a minor detour.

Prefer gold-rush character? Kyneton and Woodend sling bluestone pubs, galleries, and enough bakeries to sink a Commodore.