A picturesque town on the Murray River, with a warm and sunny climate, Echuca is a great place to live. Offering the best of old world charm and contemporary living and just 3 hours’ drive from Melbourne. In the heart of the iconic Loddon Mallee Region, Echuca offers a tranquil lifestyle while knowing you have all the amenities close by.
A popular tourist destination, Echuca is fast becoming the best place to live with a range of events and festivals during the year, food and wine trails, and boutique shopping at your fingertips. Take a ride on an iconic paddlesteamer and cruise down the Murray River while enjoying the stunning natural scenery and local gastronomic delights. All while knowing the town is home to a number of growing industries with ample employment opportunities.
Echuca’s Natural Beauty
Stunning natural parks, gardens, bushland and the picturesque Murray River encapsulate Echuca’s natural beauty. A playground for water enthusiasts, the mighty Murray River offers opportunities for fishing, boating, kayaking and riverside meanders. Escape into nature at the nearby Barmah National Park with its abundant wildlife and towering gums. Echuca’s magnificent landscape of wetlands, rivers and bushland is the perfect backdrop for the relaxed lifestyle waiting for you.
Community Living
Surrounded by natural beauty, Echuca also boasts a strong sense of community for those lucky enough to live there. With a population of only about 15,000, Echuca is the perfect place to form strong relationships in this closely integrated community. From sporting clubs, like basketball, netball, football and cricket to the incredible arts and crafts precinct and the newly built Cancer and Wellness Centre there is something for every community member to immerse themselves in and enjoy premium health facilities. The communal spirit is palpable in Echuca as it brings together friends and neighbours alike to join in community activities.
Food and Wine
With a reputation for outstanding wineries, breweries and gourmet food, Echuca is a favoured destination for food and wine connoisseurs. From local quaint cafes with their homemade delicacies and brewed coffee to the diverse range of vineyards and elegant restaurants, Echuca has something to satisfy every taste.
The Mill
A five storey utilitarian building constructed in 1881 is home to The Mill Bar and Restaurant. This heritage listed warehouse with its signature red brick and timber houses an elegant dining space, craft beer and wine bar. The menu at The Mill is second to none, ever changing with a mixture of global street food and sharing plates to gourmet dining options.
Morrisons Riverview Winery & Restaurant
Set on a stunning 15 acre estate of sprawling vines, Morrisons is surrounded by elegant gardens and stunning river views. This incredible setting is home to modern Australian cuisine using the best local produce and a variety of premium wines from a classic shiraz and sauvignon blanc to the famous moscato.
Cape Horn Vineyard & Riverside Bar
Located on a sand hill wedged between the Murray and Goulburn Rivers, Cape Horn Vineyard & Riverside Bar is the perfect place to relax with an extensive cellar door, wood fired pizzas and grazing platters. The sprawling lawn is ideal for friends and family gatherings. Grab a picnic rug and enjoy the local treats in the tranquil setting that this vineyard has become known for.
St Annes Winery
In the heart of the historic Port of Echuca, St Annes Winery Cellar Door offers visitors a glimpse into the area’s bustling legacy. The original carriage builder’s workshop has been transformed into the cellar door, boasting a range of premium wines and ports.
The Climate
With more warm and sunny days than Queensland, Echuca is called the “sun country” for a reason.
With a temperate climate, Echuca summers are hot and winters are often mild, which locals have been enjoying for generations. Known for its perfect weather, which is warmer and drier than Melbourne, it is no wonder Echuca is the ideal place for outdoor living and enjoying all the natural beauty the region has to offer.
Cost of Living
It even costs less to live in magnificent Echuca. Median house and land prices are lower than Melbourne, with house and land prices starting in the mid $500,000s*, and land prices starting at $247,000*. And everything is close by so you will enjoy savings on fuel as well without the financial burden of long commutes and toll roads. Even tourism and employment is on the rise with Echuca experiencing sustained population growth. With skilled labour and professional roles in high demand, earning potential is promising in Echuca.
Infrastructure
Echuca is serviced by several Public Transport Victoria services such as local bus network and V/Line buses and trains. Local bus transport covers 6 main routes all across the local town area throughout Echuca and Moama. For travelling to Melbourne, Bendigo, Shepparton, Albury and Mildura, the Echuca Moama V/Line will get you there in comfort and safety. V/Line train and bus services arrive and depart at the Echuca Railway Station on Sturt Street.
For those driving, Echuca to Melbourne has two primary routes, the Hume Freeway or Northern Highway. Enjoy an easy 3-hour drive to get home to Echuca or visit Melbourne.
Housing in Echuca
If you’re looking to buy a new home, Yallarah, Echuca’s brand-new community is a must-see. Not only will you get to enjoy all the lifestyle aspects Echuca has to offer, but you’ll also be able to choose from a wide variety of homesites to build your dream home. Yallarah is one of the latest development sites from Wel.Co, who have been specialising in building Australian communities that set the highest standards for liveability. This major residential development in Echuca will be one of the largest regional developments in Victoria and will be a showcase for Wel.Co’s experience in masterplanned communities. Contact the team at Yallarah today for more information.
*This price is accurate as of Friday, 12 February 2025. For current pricing and availability, please contact our Project Sales Manager, Lerreace Camenzuli, at 0488 404 713.