Situated in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range & positioned in the heart of the renowned Daylesford township, our Country House offers a uniqueplace calm healing, while abutting the spectacular Hepburn Regional Park.
Our Country House pays homage to our First Nations Peoples & the rich heritage of Swiss Italian migrants who once settled in this breathtaking region. Nestles amidst rolling hills & verdant landscapes, this retreat is a haven dedicated to healing & restoration, infused with a captivating 1950's twist in its premium fittings and furnishings.
Immerseyourself in the tranquil surroundings & take advantage of the diverse range of healing experiences on offer. Indulge in our organic Finnish sauna, soak in our outdoor garden bath tub, try your hand at bocce, or stoke the wood-fired pizza oven. Wander through the serene gardens or unwind on the stunningly large terrace.
The Concept.
Our goal was to create a design-led Country House retreat centring wellness & luxury, to allow for immersion in natural mineral waters, renowned eateries, enthralling art, all set amongst majestic forests & farmland.
Relax & Recharge.
Breathe in the fresh country air and relax surrounded by a design-led & calm setting:
- Finnish Sauna in private garden setting
- Large outdoor bathtub with mineral bath soak provided
- Sonos music amp & LP record player
- TV with free-to-air & smart TVservices
- Open wood fire (with ample fire wood provided)
- Central heating & air conditioning
- Lush private garden
Cook & Entertain.
Cook like a 3 hat chef in our fully appointed kitchen:
- High end Swiss made V-Zug appliances
- Wood fired pizza oven (with plenty of firewood)
- Weber Q BBQ
- Handmade Serax dinnerware, Cutipol cutlery
- Alfresco dining area
- Essential pantry supplies
- Well-stocked drinks trolley
Retreat & Sleep.
This is not your average country property:
- European 100% linen (Cultiver)
- Super comfy king-size beds
- Mix of firm & soft pillows
- Private bathroom, walk-in-robe within each bedroom
- New Zealand made bath & body products (Ashley & Co)
- Premium bathroom towels and bathrobes (Citta)
Art & Design.
Our Country House is an evolving gallery space featuring a selection of artworks collected over many years, vintage pieces and handmade treasures.
- Original furniture pieces by B&B Italia, String and Isamu Noguchi
- Lighting by Volker Haug, Valerie Objects, Louis Poulsen & Jørn Utzon
- Handcrafted touches by Arcadia Scott Ceramics and Tjanpi Desert Weavers
- Private art collection featuring Barbara Weir, Wolfgang Seivers, Nick Howson and Michelle Palatuwauy Woody
Explore & Play.
Get back to basics and enjoy the magnificent surroundings with:
- Private art collection
- Private garden Bocce court (games include Bocce, Finska and Crocket)
- Board games
- Picnic basket, thermos, rug & umbrella
- Yoga/pilates mats & accessories
Note.
Our Country House offers boutique hotel-style accommodation, which sleeps up to 4 guests across 2 private rooms. No matter how many people you book for, you will have exclusive use of the house.
Our house offers ‘democratic’ private bedrooms, both with identical proportions and features, and separate bathrooms. A private space for all to enjoy!
- Booking for 1-2 guests means access to 1 x king-sized guest room (1 bedroom will remain closed).
- Booking for 3-4 guests means access to 2 x king-sized guest rooms (both bedrooms will be open).
Generally, we are a pet-free house. However, if you have a small dog, please contact us to discuss before you book.
We have an onsiteEV 22kw rapid car charger with type 2 cable supplied
While we have a house manager a call away should you need anything, we offer a simple self-check-in, a comprehensive house guide and local activity tips.
