Family-friendly holiday rentals in Hepburn Shire

Lake Daylesford Cottage

Welcoming guests for twenty years, this is one of the most sort after locations on Lake Daylesford, right on the water's edge, a stylish and intimate retreat welcoming up to six guests. Expect the ambience of an open fire, two person spa bath, open plan living and a sunny reading room. Our large deck overlooks a mature garden stretching to walking tracks around the lake edge, across the water from award winning Lake House; the Central Springs area and Boathouse Cafe just a few meters away.

Brooker Tiny Home: Rural Luxury

Our modern tiny home is located on a small raspberry farm on the edge of the stunning Wombat Forest just out of Trentham, Victoria. Inside the home, you'll find a comfortable retreat complete with an indoor fireplace, kitchen with gas stovetop, fridge & day beds perfect for the ultimate relax and reset stay. We've also got a wood-fired sauna sitting on the large deck with a picturesque view of the Wombat State Forest. If you want to venture outside, there are walking tracks at your door stop.

Moorakyle Retreat at Eastern Hill Organic Farm

Enjoy stunning views over our native forest, grasslands and Mt Kooroocheang. Moorakyle Retreat is on 300 acres, private, self-contained with a full kitchen, surrounded by countryside and gardens, and is set apart from the main house The cottage is modern, well-appointed, filled with natural light, with full heating/cooling and a wood fire. A must for those who love nature and animals. We are just 15 minutes from Daylesford and touring distance for all that the central highlands can offer.

Viscount Royal Caravan 1974 On Historic Property

The Viscount Royal Caravan 1974 is a huge (9 metre) & has been rejuvenated. Modern but with a fab 70’s atmosphere. It sits under a huge shed with carport, deck & overlooks farmland & bush. It is 50 metres from our old house. Daylesford is 7 minutes away with excellent cafes, restaurants, shops & well-being indulgences. Wineries & galleries are plentiful within a small radius. The “Swiss Mountain Hotel”, our local, has good food, a nice atmosphere & is only 5 minutes to the west in Blampied.

Monterey Eco Stay

A secluded and intimate luxury escape inspired by the need to live smaller and more sustainably, Monterey is an eco-friendly off-grid tiny house nestled amongst 35 acres of native forest offering guests the perfect opportunity to explore nature, unwind and recharge. Built from salvaged Monterey Cypress timber, the house offers a dreamy king sized bed downstairs with floor to ceiling windows. Explore the surrounding forest and wildflowers and immerse yourself in the sounds of nature.

Granny's Cottage at Yandoit

Welcome to Granny's Cottage. This is the second building featured on Restoration Australia bringing the former Gervasoni Swiss-Italian buildings on site back to their former glory. This is a heritage listed property has been lovingly restored with beautiful vistas inside and out. Enjoy toasty warmth in winter with open fire and hydronic heating in Winter and a very cool converted cellar in Summer inside. The beautiful views from the deck are perfect for a bbq or enjoying the spa.

Orto Two

Our ORTO Cottage is gorgeous: it offers privacy or the chance to engage with us. We are a Cooking School & Regenerative Farm. We offer a tour of our property on arrival: opt out if you wish. We provide fresh eggs, home made bread, milk, coffee & seasonal herbs from our garden. Our beautiful summer wetland is perfect for swimming, fishing, reading a book. LGBTQI welcome! Book both listings: Orto One & Orto Two for a group of 4 . I look forward to meeting you. Arrivederci! Mara

Private escape-Walk to cafes, attractions and lake

Come and experience Edna’s — a renovated mid-century inspired retreat designed for those who appreciate comfort, space and ease. Ideal for weekend, extended stays or mid-week breaks, with a relaxed 11am checkout and time to unwind. Just a three-block walk delivers you to Daylesford’s main street attractions. The original 1950s home of locals Edna and Jack Grant and their five boys — enjoy town views and the wonderful, established garden they planted from your private deck.

Serengeti - Views & Roos on the Edge of a Cliff

Serengeti villa.. On top of a cliff. Wood fire. Bath with views. Roaming kangaroos. Private. Luxurious. Oh, and sunsets over a distant volcano. Connect with nature, wildlife and wilderness up close. Immerse yourself in African artistry that celebrates the raw beauty of life and simplicity of organic textures. Capture breath-taking moments that revitalise your spirit as you explore Serengeti and the delightfully eccentric Daylesford. Discover Africa in Hepburn Springs.

The Barn at Weatherboard

Set among an abundant and lively garden, The Barn is our fully detached, unique guest house. The building was originally a fully functional blue stone farm barn but since owning the property we have converted the space into an open plan house, complete with kitchen, bathroom, large living area and two mezzanine bedrooms. The outside remains in its original state while the inside has been decorated with a collection of artwork and objects from our travels overseas.

Daylesford Spa Haven

This unique place has a style all its own. With 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, free standing bath, large light filled kitchen and dining area, this property is perfect for hosting family and friends. There are two separate lounge areas, one with a cozy wood fire and TV, and the other with a reading area. The landscaped gardens and multi-level decks, feature outdoor dining and a 10 person outdoor spa, with views over the oak trees and valley.

Luxury farm stay, stunning views (near Daylesford)

Stunning 360 views ⭐️Award winning ⭐️ 5 star reviews/Superhost- top 1% Airbnb ⭐️Luxury retreat/ Farm stay with animals Direct access to; ⭐️Creswick bike trails ⭐️Heritage Gold field walking tracks ⭐️Creswick State Forest Luxurious estate with 360 degree views. Perfectly positioned centrally between Daylesford (15 mins), Creswick (5 mins) and Ballarat. Visit us or contact @thecozyfox_springmount