The natural beauty of Daylesford sets the perfect scene for a romantic and relaxing weekend away. The country pubs, wineries, cafes, cottages, art galleries and winding back roads offer year-round charm.
Boasting acclaimed cuisine, boutique stores, award winning day spas and spectacular scenery Daylesford is the ideal destination to escape from the stress of everyday life and enjoy a getaway filled with pampering and indulgence.
Daylesford and the surrounding areas also happen to be blessed with the highest concentration of naturally occurring mineral springs in Australia, a natural wonder that local operators and beauty therapists use to full advantage.
The Daylesford Day Spa, located at 25 Albert Street, is an award-winning spa offering massages, facials, body scrubs and more. For a day of relaxation, make a booking for The Art of Relaxation Package that will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
If you only have a few hours to dedicate to the spa, be sure to try one of the region’s specialities - a stone treatment. Or, if you can’t decide on a treatment, ask the friendly staff to put together a tailored package created just for you.
If you would like to extend your blissful stay, there is an array of accommodation options in Daylesford. Be it a tranquil cottage, an apartment or a hotel, the local Visitor Information Centre will be happy to provide you with a recommendation.
Local transport companies operate buses that connect many of the towns in the Daylesford area. Just a 10-minute ride from Daylesford, Hepburn Springs and a truly unique experience await you at the Shizuka Ryokan Japanese guesthouse, located at 7 Lakeside Drive.
The guesthouse experience is designed in such a way that all of the aspects of your stay complement one another for the ultimate relaxation get-away. Stay onsite in traditional Japanese-style accommodation and treat yourself to relaxation and holistic and wellness treatments. The cuisine and Japanese countryside gardens add to the tranquillity and authenticity of the experience.