Cottage holiday rentals in Lake Daylesford

Cottage by the Lake

Set on 50 acres of farmland, this unique property boasts 2 large lakes with row boats - kayaks and beautiful gardens, abundance of wildlife and a serene and peaceful ambience. Your hosts, Ann & Kevin live in the main house, about 100 metres from the lake-side cottage and are available if needed, or can be very discreet. You have free access to all of the property, with lovely walks and farm animals to interact with. The property is 5 min from Hanging Rock and 15 mins from Kyneton, and Woodend.

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Lady Marmalade Daylesford, Luxurious Getaway

Lady Marmalade is a super cosy, luxury retreat with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & views across to the Daylesford Convent & Wombat Hill. Main street's restaurants, cafes, bars & shops are a 5-7 minute walk away while Lake Daylesford is 10-12 minutes. She has an oversized en-suite with stand-alone spa & Aurora Day Spa products. A log fire, A/C, ducted heating, well equipped country kitchen, free WiFi, Bluetooth sound system, Streaming, large screen TV, record player, vinyls & board games to play.

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Lauri's Cottage - Secluded & Pet Friendly

Set on 5 acres of mainly native bushland, our cottage is a real retreat from the urban rat race. The cottage is well equipped with everything to make your stay enjoyable. We have central hydronic heating but the 2 large open fireplaces are a real feature of the cottage. We are regularly visited by kangaroos, kookaburras and other native wildlife. Fur kids are entirely welcome and we have a secure area with a large kennel if you want to leave them while you explore the delights of Daylesford.

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Miners Cottage at Acre of Roses Rose Farm Retreat

WINTER 2026 SPECIAL: Stay 3, Pay 2 (June–August | Enquire to book) Nestled on a working micro rose farm in the Victorian Highlands, the Miner's Cottage is a beautifully restored 1860s retreat. Unwind in the mineral-purified cedar hot tub, steam shower, or immersive indoor-outdoor cinema. Enjoy complimentary breakfast provisions, while 1,500 organically grown heritage roses grace the property. Styled by Belle Bright Project, this award-winning escape is one guests return to time and again.

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Wariin Cottage. Close to Hepburn. 5GWiFI & Netflix

Wariin Cottage means wombat in Dja Dja Wurrung language. The owners of the cottage have an affinity with wombats and a respect for the traditional custodians of the land, so in naming the property they chose to acknowledge both. Wariin is an old miners cottage, circa 1900's, tastefully renovated to make your stay both relaxing and comfortable. It is perfect as a couples retreat or a small family holiday, it is private and pet friendly (small dogs only, larger dogs at owners approval)

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Little Stanley

Nestled at the end of a quiet street in town, Little Stanley is your own private and tranquil hideaway. Surrounded by a large garden and backing on to bushland, yet right in town, it’s the perfect spot to settle in and recharge. Relax with your morning coffee in the courtyard which is bathed in morning sunlight. There's an abundance of wildlife and walking trails nearby and a pleasant walk to the main street or the botanical gardens at the top of the street. We hope to see you soon.!

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Wild Rose Cottage

Ideally located within a short walking distance of both Lake Daylesford and the shops and galleries of Vincent Street, Wild Rose Cottage is a charming and convenient base from which to explore the historical goldfields towns of Daylesford and neighbouring Hepburn Springs. A 1910 Federation cottage that has been beautifully extended to a 3rd bedroom and a modern kitchen and bathroom, the property has both a woodburning heater and split-system air conditioning for year-round comfort.

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Headland - all to yourselves & close to town

Just a short walk to our fabulous town, shops, restaurants/cafes & lake! Set well back off the street, Headland is only one private little cottage, on its own, flanked with large lawn, garden and a couple of cute garden sheds. Circa 1860, Headland is one of Daylesford's originals--oozing authentic appeal, cosy and calming. HOMES TO LOVE, AUSTRALIAN TRAVELLER & URBAN LIST have also discovered her charms & placed our beautiful little home in their online "Best Of" lists. Just fab! :)

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Entire Home Hepburn Springs

Wake up to the sound of kookaburras and enjoy your morning coffee on the deck overlooking Wombat State Forest. Wander through the scenic Spring Creek bushland or discover charming local shops, cosy cafés, the famous Hepburn Bathhouse, and the Mineral Springs Reserve. Our cottage features two bedrooms, each with its own en-suite. The heart of the home is a spacious, open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area with a stunning vaulted timber ceiling that flows onto the outdoor deck.

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Tara Cottage - pet friendly

Modern one bedroom self contained house with stunning views of Daylesford. All the amenities for a longer stay including a full equipped kitchen and washing machine. 5min stroll to town. The perfect central location for a relaxing stay. Wifi, Netflix and most of the streaming services. Work from Tara Cottage as your home away from home. Furry family members are welcome too. Yard is not fully fenced but secure dog run is provided.

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Valley Views Daylesford - Pet Friendly

Valley Views is a well appointed quiet country cottage with loads of character. It sleeps up to 5 people. There are 2 separate bedrooms....(1) King (2) Queen + single. There is a large family room with a gas log fire, 55inch smart TV and direct access to the huge rear deck to entertain with amazing sun sets. The main street of Daylesford is only a short 7 minute leisurely walk away.

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Bidwell · fireplace, walk to town/Lake Daylesford

Bidwell is a peaceful country retreat in the heart of Daylesford, set privately at the back of a leafy garden allotment on a quiet road that leads down to Lake Daylesford. It is very close to the famous Amazing Mill Markets antiques emporium, and within walking distance of both the Lake and Daylesford’s main street with its shops, restaurants and cafes.

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