Bonnie Doon
VIC 3720 • Victoria
About Bonnie Doon
Bonnie Doon is a small rural locality in north-east Victoria, situated on the shores of Lake Eildon approximately 175 kilometres north-east of the Melbourne CBD within the Murrindindi Shire. With a 2021 Census population of 666, it covers a large area of 193 square kilometres, reflecting its dispersed rural character and surrounding bushland. The locality is best known to Australians as the holiday destination immortalised in the 1997 film The Castle, and it continues to attract visitors for its relaxed lakeside atmosphere and natural scenery.
Lake Eildon is the centrepiece of life in Bonnie Doon, offering boating, fishing, water skiing, and camping opportunities that draw holidaymakers throughout warmer months. The area is surrounded by the Lake Eildon National Park, with walking trails and birdwatching in the surrounding bushland. The local township has a small general store and fuel outlet, and the nearby Delatite River adds to the recreational appeal. Permanent residents enjoy a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle, with Alexandra and Mansfield providing access to schools, healthcare, and essential services.
Bonnie Doon falls under postcode 3720 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Eildon (Northern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Limited regional coach services — Alexandra / Melbourne (regional coach) Approx. 3 hrs to Melbourne
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Access via Maroondah Highway (A1) through Healesville and Yea; Alexandra is the main service town
Bonnie Doon is a small rural locality with very limited local services; a car is essential for almost all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.