WANDIN EAST FARM FIELD GUIDE
Two Hours Among 100 Acres of Trees: CherryHill Orchards at Wandin East
A two-hour, family-friendly cherry‑picking session an hour from Melbourne with all-you-can-eat cherries, beverage tastings and cherry ice cream.
Two Hours Among 100 Acres of Trees: CherryHill Orchards at Wandin East.
Adventure brief
Two Hours Among 100 Acres of Trees: CherryHill Orchards at Wandin East
Set in a rolling orchard landscape in Wandin East, CherryHill Orchards lays out an expansive 100‑acre canvas for a focused two‑hour cherry‑picking session. Expect fresh cherries straight from the tree, on-site tastings and a market‑style atmosphere with food trucks and live acoustic music on weekends — an easy day trip about an hour from Melbourne.
Just an hour’s drive from Melbourne, Wandin East’s CherryHill orchard offers a hands-on taste of the Yarra Valley’s fertile charm. Spanning 100 acres, this cherry-picking destination invites visitors to wander beneath lush branches heavy with over 40 varieties of cherries. Here, you are free to pick—and eat—as many cherries as you want during your two-hour session, sampling Royal Dawn, Bing, Sylvia, and other luscious varieties, carefully harvested at peak sweetness from Victoria’s best growing regions.
The orchard itself stands out with its gentle rolling hills and rows of vibrant cherry trees stretching across the landscape, framed by the distant Yarra Ranges. This patchwork of nature shows off the unique terroir that makes these cherries so flavorful: rich volcanic and alluvial soils combined with a climate that balances warm days and cool nights.
One of the unique aspects of CherryHill in Wandin East is its dedication to visitor experience. Upon arrival at 474 Queens Rd, friendly multilingual staff greet you and smooth check-in procedures get you ready for your picking adventure. Safety and comfort are priorities here: accessible parking, wheelchair-friendly paths, and a shuttle bus system ferry guests to prime picking spots further into the orchard, preserving everyone’s energy for picking and indulging.
Beyond the picking, visitors can enjoy the café’s cherry-inspired beverages and their famed cherry ice cream—treats that echo the orchard’s flavors in delightful forms. Weekends bring live acoustic music and food trucks, adding layers of festivity to the pastoral setting. If you prefer, pack a picnic and take advantage of the sprawling lawn games and relaxation areas, perfect for families or groups looking to soak in the fresh air under the endless Victorian sky.
CherryHill’s rich history as Australia’s largest established cherry-picking venue shines through in its thoughtful organization and community roots. The orchard’s connection to multiple growing regions in Victoria ensures a diverse cherry selection perfecting over decades.
Whether you’re a cherry lover or seeking a unique day trip from Melbourne, this orchard offers an immersive, sweet escape with easy accessibility and crowd-managed timeslots to ensure an enjoyable experience for all ages.
From the glistening fruit to the live music and sunshine-filled picnic areas, CherryHill in Wandin East redefines seasonal outdoor fun and food connection, making it a standout destination in the Yarra Valley’s outdoor recreation scene.
Route Schematic
A simple route through the orchard
The visit is organized around arrival and check‑in, picking blocks in the orchard, and on‑site food and retail areas.
Check‑in & Orientation
Arrive at your allocated entry time, check in and receive any instructions needed for your two‑hour picking session.
Designated Picking Blocks
Move into the orchard for your allocated picking timeslot and enjoy all‑you‑can‑eat cherries while you pick.
Café, Retail & Ice Cream
Return to the on‑site café and retail store for cherry beverages, famous cherry ice cream and boxed produce for purchase.
Weekend Entertainment Zone
On weekends, gather near the lawn areas for rotating food trucks and live acoustic musicians.
Arrive at the exact time on your ticket — entry is restricted to your allocated timeslot. Shuttle buses operate across the orchard if prime picking areas are a 5–10 minute walk away; staff will direct guests as needed.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
All‑you‑can‑eat cherries and take‑home options
During your allocated two‑hour timeslot you can eat as many cherries as you like while picking; any fruit you wish to take home is charged per kilo at the end of your session.
Weekend market vibe with food trucks and live music
On weekends the orchard hosts food trucks and live acoustic musicians, creating a festival‑like atmosphere around the picking areas and lawn spaces.
A sprawling, visitor‑focused 100‑acre orchard
CherryHill operates an expansive orchard experience with an on‑site retail store, café and multilingual staff to assist visitors across the property.
What the day feels like
How the day unfolds
You arrive at the orchard for your booked timeslot, check in and step into a grid of trees spread across gentle hills. For two hours you move through the rows, sampling cherries as you go and learning from staff if you like; tastings, retail treats and the orchard café are close by, and on weekends the grounds hum with music and food vendors.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Sessions are allocated as a two‑hour cherry‑picking timeslot; an additional half hour is allowed for administration such as check‑in and payment.
Meet at the orchard address: 474‑480 Queens Rd, Wandin East, VIC.
Pack sun protection, a raincoat/umbrella, closed‑toe comfortable walking shoes, a water bottle and optional picnic blanket; you may bring a BYO picnic but you cannot bring cooking equipment.
The orchard has an on‑site retail store and café, cherry beverages and ice cream, and food vendors on weekends; shuttle buses operate across the property when picking areas are a longer walk.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What is the difference between the Wandin orchard and the Coldstream orchard?
The only difference is their locations within the Yarra Valley; both offer the same cherry‑picking experience, retail items, cherry beverages, ice cream, rotating food trucks and live music on weekends.
Do I have to buy a ticket for my infant?
Infants aged 0–3 years require a ticket, but there is no charge for those tickets.
How long does cherry‑picking take?
You are allocated a two‑hour cherry‑picking timeslot, plus an additional half hour for administration such as check‑in and payment.
Are the cherries free to eat if I pay for entry?
Yes — you can eat all the cherries you like during your two‑hour session; any fruit you wish to take home will be charged per kilo.
Is there food on site or should I bring my own?
Picnic packs can be pre‑purchased Friday to Sunday; there are food vendors on weekends and public holidays, and you are welcome to bring your own picnic, though cooking equipment such as BBQs is not permitted.
Do I need to print my ticket?
No — you do not need to print tickets if you have the PDF ticket on your smartphone; staff will scan the QR code from your device.
Can we bring our own alcohol?
No — this is a licensed event and the public is prohibited from bringing their own alcohol.
Are dogs allowed?
With the exception of the Blossom Festival (a dog‑friendly event), animals are not permitted; assistance animals governed under the Disability Discrimination Act are allowed.
Are shuttle buses available around the orchard?
Yes — shuttle buses operate on the orchard for guests if the best picking locations are more than a five to ten minute walk away.
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