Acheron accommodation from NZ$122

The Marysville Garden Cottages is 30 kilometres away from the middle of Acheron. Another option is the Vibe Hotel Marysville, which is located 30 kilometres away. If you'd prefer, you could make a reservation at the Tower Motel Marysville or the Marysville Caravan and Holiday Park.

After you've hung out in Acheron, ensure you allow time to check out High Country's other great offerings. Visit the history museums in High Country, or head off and enjoy the region's mountains and snowfields. Locals and visitors alike in this fabulous part of Australia can enjoy snowboarding and skiing.

Don't shoot through before you have checked out the Mansfield Golf Club, Mansfield Botanic Park and Mansfield Oval in Mansfield. Mansfield hotel options are the Mansfield Motel and Alzburg Resort. Alternatively, you could stay in Benalla, 80 kilometres to the north of Acheron, where you'll find the Comfort Inn Benalla and Rose City Motor Inn. If you stay in Benalla, make sure you visit the Moira Reserve, Benalla Costume and Pioneer Museum and Benalla Golf Course.

Just because you're travelling in High Country, doesn't mean you can't enjoy your obsession for all things sport. Melbourne Cricket Ground can be found 90 kilometres to the southwest of Acheron. The Hotel Barkly - Hostel and the Apartments Ink are close to all the action.

Travellers arriving or departing via Tullamarine Airport can book a bed at the Best Western Airport Motel and Convention Centre or the Quality Hotel Melbourne Airport, which are both close.