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The Art Retreat-5 minute walk to Daylesford, quiet and tranquil

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and artwork on the walls.
A fireplace with framed pictures above it, a potted plant to the left, and a hanging plant to the right.
A building with a dark exterior, a sign for a ladies' hairdresser, and a balcony with plants.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a coffee maker, a kettle, and a wooden cutting board.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a small table with a vase of flowers. There are paintings on the wall and a window with a view of greenery outside.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Daylesford, VIC
  • Place, Convent Gallery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Daylesford
    ‪12 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Daylesford

This apartment places you next to Convent Gallery and within a 5-minute walk of Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens. The apartment includes a kitchenette, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
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What's nearby

  • Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Convent Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lake Daylesford - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Daylesford Sunday Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Daylesford Station - 12 min walk
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wombat Hill Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Daylesford Brewing Co. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Daylesford Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cliffys - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Art Retreat-5 minute walk to Daylesford, quiet and tranquil

Tucked away in a beautiful garden sanctuary “The Art Retreat” is an intimate one bedroom hideaway for two, on a blue ribbon block a stone’s throw from the main street of Daylesford and all the delights it has to offer, but quiet and private as though deep in the country. In winter you’ll be toasty and warm in the Art Retreat – with underfloor and reverse cycle heating, cosy flanellette sheets, a winter weight quilt, top of the line electric blanket and thick warm coverlets, along with hot chocolate, and a range of teas and coffees. Snug as bugs in a rug.

Nestled in an incredible garden behind the owner’s art studio, this little gem is thoughtfully decorated and provides an ever-changing vista through the seasons. You can enjoy the garden view from the four-poster bed with its luxurious pillow-top premium bedding, sample a local wine in your own private courtyard, or relish a frothy hot chocolate in front of the ethanol fire while you watch the native birds gambol about in the beautiful old trees. The owners of this lovely little hideaway live on site but will happily leave you to yourselves or say hello if you pass by.

The Art Retreat is equipped with a coffee pod machine, toaster, microwave, and lovely selection of artisan teas in the charming kitchenette. Nip up to the Sunday markets for local jams or the Wombat Gardens Café to grab some beautiful sourdough bread from Dairy Flat Farm, or find some local ales, ciders, wines or spirits at an award winning local vineyard or distillery to enjoy while you’re here. Only a few minutes’ walk from Cliffy’s, Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens, the Convent, and the culinary delights of the main street and Lake Daylesford, it’s the perfect little pad for exploring Daylesford on foot, and the off-street parking means you can leave your car behind with no misgivings.

The Art Retreat is just that – a retreat from the everyday. Nestle in like a pair of hibernating wombats or flit in and out like the honeyeaters you’ll see in the garden. Either way you’ll be rejuvenated by a stay here.
The apartment is heated and features a kitchenette and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. The apartment also includes a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this apartment?

Located steps from Convent Gallery, this apartment is in Daylesford, and within a 10-minute walk of Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens and Daylesford & District Museum. You'll also find Daylesford Sunday Market and Lake Daylesford less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Art Retreat-5 minute walk to Daylesford, quiet and tranquil?

No, there isn't parking available at the apartment.

Is this apartment next to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Is The Art Retreat-5 minute walk to Daylesford, quiet and tranquil a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this apartment will value amenities like a kitchenette, a kitchenette in some apartments, as well as a garden.

Does The Art Retreat-5 minute walk to Daylesford, quiet and tranquil have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.

Does this apartment include breakfast service?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Does The Art Retreat-5 minute walk to Daylesford, quiet and tranquil have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this apartment.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Art Retreat-5 minute walk to Daylesford, quiet and tranquil?

No, there aren't any apartments at The Art Retreat-5 minute walk to Daylesford, quiet and tranquil that offer a balcony.

The Art Retreat-5 minute walk to Daylesford, quiet and tranquil Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhianon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little property to stay at. Peaceful place and the owners are lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely - nestled into a surrounding flowerful garden.All my needs met. Peaceful, private and restful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MALI F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cosy, beautifully decorated little retreat. We walked to everything in town and fell into the big comfy bed of a night feeling happy and relaxed. Lovely private garden outlook and quiet and unbeatable location. Friendly and respectful hosts. I would highly recommend The Art Retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I absolutely loved my stay, and it was in the perfect location. It felt very safe and had everything that I needed. The couple living in the main house were extremely lovely and helpful, but also kept to themselves. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Art Retreat

We had a problem locating the place as it wasn't on Google maps. Managing the door code in poor light and pouring rain was a bit difficult. View of TV from the bed was obscured by bed poster. Small table was unstable. Having said that, all equipment was state of the art, towels superb, underfloor heating very welcome, torch for the night and even ear plugs a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a beautiful mini retreat in a superb location. It is a rustic and quaint interior with full private amenities in a very clean and cosy space surrounded by a tranquil and gorgeous garden. A definite positive alternate to a motel. The owners Jess and Ali respected full privacy though certainly were helpful and approachable if needed. Ali's art work is to be admired. Jess's local knowledge was shared willingly . The owners focus however is on ensuring you feel uninterrupted surrounded by nature, being comfortable embracing all that Daylesford and its surrounds offer. The location was less than a five minute walk to the main street so made outings to cafes/ restaurants shops places of art and a fabulous gin bar (recently opened by Daylesford Spirit Distillery) as well as nature walks easy to navigate (a slight hill back to walk). There is full access to a private car space and driveway that ensures a complete sense of security. Plenty of tea, coffee,milk, linen and the heating and cooling was perfect. A nice little fire place that the owners can light if requested. For those who might stay at this accommodation reading the history inside the welcome information is revealing. If you like clean, full privacy and a central and gorgeous location without the clinical and unpredictable feel of a motel then this is a prime choice. Thank you so much for Ali and Jess - you have created a tranquil and enjoyable place to stay in beautiful Daylesford.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025