Place, Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre
7 min walk
Daylesford & District Museum
Place, Daylesford & District Museum
7 min walk
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Room 1
1 Queen Bed
Room 2
2 Single Beds
Room 3
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Toilet
Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
Dorado - Light Filled Retreat Near Lake
Dorado is a three‑bedroom villa where European minimalism meets country Daylesford. Calm, uncluttered and quietly luxurious, it’s a place designed to slow you down. Tucked away in a peaceful pocket of town, it’s still an easy walk to cafés, restaurants and the lake.
Large windows frame the surrounding greenery like living artwork, filling the home with soft morning light and a warm golden glow at sunset. The dining area is made for long meals and conversation, and the vine‑covered courtyard offers another tranquil spot to read, gather or simply unwind.
The house has its own character rustic, tactile and welcoming with timber warmth inside and sturdy brick outside. The garden is natural rather than manicured, and the home sits on a hill, so the stairs require a little agility. At the end of the cul‑de‑sac, a walking track leads directly to the lake, where you’ll find ducks in spring, swimmers in summer and the unique mix of native bush and historic pine plantings.
Dorado is a place to reconnect with nature, light and stillness memorable not because it’s perfect, but because it feels real, lived‑in and deeply peaceful. We hope you leave feeling more rested than when you arrived.
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Daylesford
Located in Daylesford, this holiday home is on a lake. Central Springs Mineral Reserve and Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hepburn Regional Park and Eganstown Streamside Reserve. Daylesford Spa Country Railway and Portal 108 are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours and birdwatching.
Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Daylesford & District Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Convent Gallery - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Daylesford Station - 7 min drive
Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 70 min drive
Restaurants
Wombat Hill Cafe - 18 min walk
Daylesford Brewing Co. - 6 min walk
Daylesford Royal Hotel - 8 min walk
Daylesford Hotel - 9 min walk
Jasmine Thai - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Dorado - Light Filled Retreat Near Lake pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Dorado - Light Filled Retreat Near Lake?
As of 21 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dorado - Light Filled Retreat Near Lake on 20 July 2026 start from NZ$589, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Dorado - Light Filled Retreat Near Lake?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Dorado - Light Filled Retreat Near Lake?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dorado - Light Filled Retreat Near Lake?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Dorado - Light Filled Retreat Near Lake located?
Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre, Daylesford & District Museum and Lake Daylesford. Mill Markets and Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens are also within 15 minutes. Daylesford Station is 22 minutes by foot.