Stay 3 and get 1 night free this summer!

Get a FREE* night in Daylesford!  Don’t miss our SUMMER BONUS promotion! Book a 3 night stay from 9th January to 28th February 2023 and only pay for 2 nights. That’s one night FREE! *Simply use promo code SUMMER for direct bookings only, made on our website, for 3 night stays 9th January to 28th February 2023 and 1…

This Christmas, give the gift of travel…

Christmas is almost here! It’s not too late to give the amazing gift of travel with a Daylesford Country Retreats gift voucher… Our vouchers are flexible and valid for 3 years for over 100 properties. You can select any amount to gift, from $100 to $3000. It’s easy as 1, 2, 3 and under the Christmas…

Savour summer in Daylesford

Warmer weather is just around the corner! What better way to end the year than to savour a summer break with warm days and balmy nights in Daylesford or Hepburn Springs? Take a peek below for hot new listings, cool local swimming spots and some favourite family-friendly stays… With the festive season upon us, you might be thinking…

Victoria’s favourite extra-long weekend!

It’s the ‘race that stops a nation’ and Victoria’s favourite extra-long weekend! We love the Spring Racing Carnival and the Melbourne Cup! With warmer weather, everyone dresses up for the season and enjoys relaxing over long and fun lunches.  And of course, the extra-long weekend! …if you can take the Monday off, we say “why not?”! It’s a…

A beautiful view of the gardens at Musk Farm

Spring gardens, picnics & wineries

Spectacular spring time! Spring is such an amazing time of the year, especially so in Daylesford. We are blessed with stunning gardens and lakes to take a wander around ~ like the beautiful Wombat Hill Botanical Gardens and the iconic Lake Daylesford. If you love to be amongst the blooms, we have many properties with amazing gardens, including…

Father’s Day & Footy Finals!

September is all about Father’s Day and footy finals!  After a two year hiatus, the AFL Grand Final returns to Melbourne and this year you can also escape to Daylesford for the grand final long weekend! Who will it be this year? Melbourne again, Collingwood or the Cats? It’s the time of year to watch the grand…

Exclusive V.I.P. offers for you!

Don’t you just love the V.I.P. treatment? Your key tag will open more that your front door during your next Daylesford stay with our exclusive V.I.P. partner offers! Scroll down for some of our favourite ways to sip, savour and save…  Whether it’s a weekend group getaway or a school holidays family vacay, Daylesford is…

What are your winter getaway goals?

Can you believe, we have 8 new properties that have come online since our last blog post! Scroll down and see the latest additions to the Daylesford Country Retreat family, bringing us to over 100 properties! Don’t miss Borealis on the Lake, only on until 4 Sept 2022 and while you are here, make sure you…

What do mums really want for Mother’s Day?

Mums truly are awesome! They somehow juggle everything from school drop-offs to demanding work schedules, and always manage to pick the perfect gift for your birthday! Now, it’s time to spoil her in return… Sometimes mums need a little “me” time and we have the perfect way to indulge her with a luxury stay in Daylesford. Whether Mum…

Dog friendly Daylesford stays!

Did you know that you can bring your dog for a stay in Daylesford and Hepburn Springs? Yes! We have over 25 dog friendly properties to choose from, so you can share your next adventure with your furry best friend. Easter holidays are almost here, which means two things… chocolate and children! Take a peek below…

Beautiful Gardens and Amazing Views

March is a truly beautiful month in Daylesford and Hepburn Springs! The weather begins to cool a little, but it’s still warm enough to enjoy the great outdoors… It’s the perfect time of year to book a property with amazing views and stunning gardens for your secret garden experience. Take a peek below for 3 of our favourite gardens……

February is the month for romance…

We don’t know about you, but we love a bit of romance any time of the year! February is THE month for romance, so it’s the perfect excuse to spoil your Valentine with a weekend away or a gift voucher for a stay. Romantic stays to treat your Valentine For inspiration, check out our hand-picked romantic getaways on our website, including…