Wind down the beautiful tree-lined Mavis Avenue and you'll soon spot Landcox Park. What a little oasis to while away a few hours and there's the bonus of a cafe across the street. Argh Bliss! Yes, Cafe Bliss is where you can enjoy a bite to eat or take-away coffee and milkshakes and take them over to the playground.

Landcox Park is surrounded on its outskirts by several historic homes dating back to the 1870s. It's a pretty spot complete with kids playground, a lake, toilets, walking track (perfect to walk your dog around), picnic tables and grassy areas to throw down a picnic or kick a ball.

little TIPS

• unfenced playground but set back from the street
• partly shaded
• keep your kids close near the lake
• Cafe Bliss is on Mavis Avenue directly opposite the park
• toilet block
• parking dotted around the park

Where:

Mavis Ave, Brighton East VIC 3187