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Storybook Cottage-surrounded by expansive gardens

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A house with a covered porch, a stone wall, and a garden with various plants and shrubs.
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a wooden vanity with a white sink, and a large mirror above the sink.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a built-in window, and a bathtub.
A wooden pergola with a table and chairs, surrounded by a garden with various plants and a stone wall.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a wooden staircase, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
This vacation home accommodates 4 guests with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It offers opportunities for hiking, biking, and birdwatching. Enjoy the outdoor patio for relaxation. Nearby attractions include Lake Daylesford and the Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Your gateway to the great outdoors
    Guests love the location for its easy national park access.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Daylesford
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Patio
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet
  • Fireplace
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Daylesford, VIC
  • Place, Lake Daylesford
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Daylesford & District Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre
    ‪17 min walk‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Storybook Cottage-surrounded by expansive gardens

Perched up high on an enormous block, this divine 2 level, 2-bedroom, 1 bathroom property oozes character and charm. Stroll up the Tuscan gravelled driveway to be greeted by the wonderful weeping cherry tree and landscaped gardens.

Upon entering the home, you will be hit with a feeling of warmth and space thanks to the large windows on all sides that allow the natural light to effortlessly fill each room. Featuring a large stone fire place with timber mantel piece being an incredible feature of the living room. Downstairs also has a queen size bedroom, gallery kitchen, beautifully renovated bathroom and French doors that open directly to the sun-drenched paved entertainer’s patio. This property may prove challenging for guests with mobility issues with a stair case leading to the 2nd level.

Upstairs you enter directly into the master bedroom with stunning cathedral timber ceilings, exposed beams, and fantastic floor to ceiling windows on each wall and BIR. This private upstairs retreat makes this storybook cottage the perfect dream home.

Surrounded by gardens in the most beautiful location Storybook cottage really is like your own little Daylesford Fairy-tale.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9680138
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Daylesford

Daylesford is home to this holiday home. 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 Hepburn Mineral Springs Reserve. Daylesford Spa Country Railway and Portal 108 are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like birdwatching.
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Daylesford, VIC

What's nearby

  • Lake Daylesford - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Daylesford & District Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Jubilee Lake - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Convent Gallery - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Daylesford Station - 6 min drive
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wombat Hill Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cliffys - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Daylesford Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lavandula Trattoria - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Larder Daylesford - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Storybook Cottage-surrounded by expansive gardens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Storybook Cottage-surrounded by expansive gardens?

As of 6 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Storybook Cottage-surrounded by expansive gardens on 7 October 2026 start from NZ$835, 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 Storybook Cottage-surrounded by expansive gardens?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Storybook Cottage-surrounded by expansive gardens?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Storybook Cottage-surrounded by expansive gardens?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Storybook Cottage-surrounded by expansive gardens located?

Situated in Daylesford, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Daylesford, Daylesford & District Museum and Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre. Central Springs Mineral Reserve and Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens are also within 1 mile (2 km). Daylesford Station is 29 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning gardens

We loved the house, but the gardens absolutely blew us away, so lovely to be outside amongst the garden beds and mature trees. That goes for the whole of Daylesford too, such awesome planning has gone into the beautification of the town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 December 2024
Thrilled to hear how much you have enjoyed the gardens and Daylesford in general, thanks for your review Alice.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy Charming Cottage

Sweet, cosy and comfortable... this cottage was a lovely quiet spot for a weekend away. With an open fire and being well heated, even cold, wet and windy weather didn't detract from the lovely stay in this charming little cottage. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2024
We're so glad to hear you had a lovely stay at this charming cottage. The team at Daylesford Country Retreats looks forward to welcoming you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was beautiful, only criticism was that the bed were very uncomfortable but that's a personal preference.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 October 2025
Thanks for your lovely review, Jacob. It's great to hear you enjoyed your stay. As you may appreciate, bed comfort is a personal preference, but we have noted your comments.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy space, but very cold in winter

This house was a perfect space for our little gateway. Incredibly clean, tidy and cosy. One of the downsides is that it was freezing cold, even with a heater running the whole day, it was quite uncomfortable. Another minus is that the fireplace isn't operational... A massive no-no for our future stay in Daylesford in wintertime. Otherwise, it is a wonderful space and we really enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Thank you Nataliya, we have passed your feedback onto the owner and it is in the process of being fitted with a new gas heater. We look forward to welcoming you back.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2025
The guest chose to leave no comment so we cannot comment

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