We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome an extraordinary new addition to the Daylesford Country Retreats family – let us introduce you to Cousin Gilbert, containing two beautifully appointed apartments, Nephew Ben and Nephew Tim.
Perched right above Daylesford’s buzzing main street, this architecturally designed sanctuary brings a new level of penthouse-style luxury to the heart of town – sophisticated interiors, sprawling private gardens, and complete flexibility, whichever way you choose to book it.
Take a closer look below and find the space that’s right for you.
Cousin Gilbert
5 Bedrooms | Sleeps 10
Take over the entire residence and make it yours – five beautifully designed bedrooms, sweeping private gardens, and a location so central you’ll barely need to drive. This is penthouse living, Daylesford style.
Nephew Ben
2 Bedrooms | Sleeps 4
Tucked within the Cousin Gilbert residence, Nephew Ben is the boutique escape for two – or four, if you’re happy to share the good seats by the fire. Same sophisticated design, same unbeatable location, all wrapped up in a more intimate footprint.
Nephew Tim
3 Bedrooms | Sleeps 6
A little more room to move, without losing an ounce of the main street buzz. Nephew Tim is ideal for the group that wants space to spread out – separate bedrooms, shared living, and Daylesford’s best cafés and galleries just downstairs.
Stay 3 nights, pay for 2
Why should weekends have all the fun? Come to Daylesford. Leave the laptop at home. Silence the notifications.
Wake slowly with a coffee. Soak in an outdoor bath beneath the stars. Share a bottle of local red by the fire. Sleep in, properly.
No meetings. No deadlines. No endless scrolling. Just an extra day to slow down and switch off.
Valid for midweek stays (Sunday to Thursday) from 1 August to 18 September 2026. Use code RECHARGE when booking direct.
*Excludes Maple Daylesford, Dunroman, Quince, The Acorn and Chestnut.
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More new arrivals to explore
Onyx House
3 Bedrooms | Sleeps 6
Striking architecture meets serious warmth, with underfloor heating and a central fire that means nobody’s arguing over the good seat by the flames. Onyx House is boutique design at its most captivating.
The Green Door
3 Bedrooms | Sleeps 8
A beautifully renovated miner’s cottage perched on Wombat Hill, with views to Mount Franklin and a secret door straight into the Botanic Gardens. Full of character, filled with light, and just moments from Daylesford’s best cafés and galleries.
Eastern Ridge Views
2 Bedrooms | Sleeps 4 | Dog Friendly
Come for the private hot tub under the stars, stay for the multi-tiered garden oasis. Designer interiors, a roaring gas fire, and a backyard built for long lazy days – your dog is very much invited too.
Find your place by the fire
Dunroman
4 Bedrooms | Sleeps 10
A roaring wood fire in the lounge, another crackling away at the garden fire pit – double the warmth, double the space, and all just a short stroll from Lake Daylesford. The ultimate central basecamp for a proper group escape.
The French House
4 Bedrooms | Sleeps 8
Think French countryside, minus the jet lag. Timber beams, vineyard views, French doors thrown open to a gravel terrace built for long lunches – The French House brings serious Provincial elegance to regional Victoria.
Casa Adagio
5 Bedrooms | Sleeps 9 | Dog Friendly
A wood-burning fireplace beneath soaring cathedral ceilings sets the tone – the kind of warmth that makes leaving genuinely unthinkable, especially with your fur baby curled up at your feet. Spacious, light-filled, and made for a group that never wants the weekend to end.
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Experience our local hotspots
The Phoenix at The Rex
Don’t miss Daylesford’s beautifully restored 64-seat community cinema, tucked inside the stunning 1929 Spanish colonial-style Rex Arcade. Unwind at the licensed bar and café and catch a flick – old-world glamour meets Friday night popcorn.
Hepburn Palais
Celebrating its 100th birthday, Hepburn Palais is home to Australia’s oldest sprung dancefloor and a stellar lineup of live music, comedy and cabaret. A century of good times, and it’s just getting started.
Why book direct?
You get the best rates, local expertise, and peace of mind knowing your entire stay is managed by our local team right here in Daylesford.