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Preston has an energy unlike anywhere else in Melbourne. At the centre of it all, is the food. This is an area renowned for incredible eating options (as well as excellent produce, coffee and things to see and do). Bellbird on High is close to so much, you’ll never want to leave:
1Preston Market. Like it fresh? It’s all here. Across fruit and veggies, meat, seafood and delicious delicatessen goods.
2La Panella Bakery Sweet tooths adore Preston. Bellbird on High is close to bakeries and patisseries that Melburnians travel across town for.
3Stray Neighbour Restaurant & Bar. Now the go-to bar and eatery in Preston. A place where you can enjoy great food and drinks in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
Darebin RSL. If you’re hungry for a hearty meal, then this is your place. The range of menu choices is as sizeable as some of the portions and there’s a dedicated seniors’ menu.
5High Street Medical & Dental. Bulk billing clinic with a range of GPs, dentists, women’s health and allied health practitioners.
6Preston Library. A unique library with a wide range of overseas titles and newspapers in several languages. A local favourite and many stop by just for the coffee.
7Northland Shopping Centre. There are 330 stores across just one floor, with a cinema and a handful more upstairs. Adjacent to Northland are Bunnings, Spotlight and other major stores.
Preston South Shopping Centre. For the closest shopping near Bellbird on High, you have Woolworths and Aldi in one place. Along with good food outlets, bakeries and specialty shops.
9Northcote Golf Course. A 9-hole public course that’s beautifully laid out in a treed landscape close to creeks and parkland. All set within 5.72 ha. It’s affordably priced as well.
10Medical & Healthcare Services. A short drive away is Preston Family Medical and the Austin Hospital. Northland also has a medical centre.
Leisure, walks and parks. Preston also has its fair share of pretty parks. Including Ray Bramham Gardens and J.S. Grey Reserve. The Northcote Aquatic centre is popular for swimming.
12Transport and road convenience. Take the train from Bell Station and you’ll be in Flinders Street in 22 minutes. There’s also the 86 tram stop, and buses (routes 552 and 553) nearby.
13Road access and walkability. The location is very accessible and close to major roads such as CityLink. The site has a walkability score of 91, so many of your daily errands won’t need a car.