Storybook Cottage is managed by Daylesford Country Retreats. A locally owned company who has a passion for promoting the region. We have an exciting mix of properties showcasing the variety of accommodation available in the Daylesford/Hepburn Springs region. Our properties range from spectacular examples of mid-century style architecture; complete with polished concrete floors, soaring ceilings and natural light, to rustic miners’ cottages with wood fires burning. Whether you are looking for a large entertaining property, or a romantic getaway, Daylesford Country Retreats can meet your accommodation needs. A country retreat in Daylesford is the perfect way to relax, unwind and treat yourself to the break you deserve. Book your accommodation now for your next holiday in the Daylesford/Hepburn Springs region.

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.

The Daylesford-Hepburn Region is famous for its mineral waters and is known as the Spa Centre of Australia. Our beautiful scenery includes the famous Lake Daylesford, the Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens and the Wombat State Forest. There are historic buildings in the main street of Daylesford and the region’s history lies in the rush for gold. Lake Daylesford now covers land upon which gold was first discovered and offers lakeside picnic spots, cafes, walking tracks, fishing and pedal boating. The internationally known Lake House sits on its shores and there are public BBQ facilities and amenities adjacent to the main parking area. Lake Jubilee is located south of Daylesford (about a 10-15 minute drive) and is ideal for fishing, boating and swimming. If you are looking for a waterfall, visit Sailor’s Falls, less than 30 minutes south from the Daylesford Town Centre. If you are into the outdoors, Daylesford sits at the junction of three walking trails that are part of the Great Dividing Trail – the Lerderderg Track, the Dry Diggings Track and the Wallaby Track. The Hepburn Regional Park is a little less challenging and contains mineral springs and relics of the bygone gold era.