Holiday rentals with lake access in Daylesford

Escape to luxury indulgence

Unwind in modern luxury at Azura, in the heart of Victoria’s spa country. Barely 90mins from Melbourne, Daylesford is the perfect balance between a short getaway and leaving the fast city pace behind. Staying at Azura situates you a short stroll to Lake Daylesford and minutes from the centre of town. Experience a variety of dining options, browse quaint stores and pamper yourself in Australia’s mineral spring capital. Give yourself permission to relax & recharge at this blissful country retreat.

Bohemia house & garden. It’s all about the view!

This spacious house exemplifies comfort and privacy in beautiful bush setting. With decks and terraces to enjoy the stunning bush and garden views. Total privacy with a sense of seclusion yet only minutes for the centre of Daylesford. Free wifi, Stan, Netflix, complimentary teas, N'Espresso coffee and welcome basket Comfortable bedrooms with King/Queen beds, full ensuite bathrooms. And sorry, the pooch stays at home as it is a wildlife friendly zone with beautiful birds, kangaroos and rabbits.

Lake Daylesford Cottage

Welcoming guests for twenty years, this is one of the most sort after locations on Lake Daylesford, right on the water's edge, a stylish and intimate retreat welcoming up to six guests. Expect the ambience of an open fire, two person spa bath, open plan living and a sunny reading room. Our large deck overlooks a mature garden stretching to walking tracks around the lake edge, across the water from award winning Lake House; the Central Springs area and Boathouse Cafe just a few meters away.

Private escape-Walk to cafes, attractions and lake

If you are a family or a group of friends looking for an escape, Edna's has been set up for you. A renovated mid century inspired retreat designed for relaxation and comfort. When its time to dine and explore a three block walk delivers you to the main st of Daylesford. The original 1950s home of much loved locals Edna and Jack Grant and their five boys for 60 years. Toast them from your private deck whilst enjoying the town vistas and the wonderful 1500 sq metres of mature garden they planted.

Hanging Rock Truffle Farm - pool and tennis court

Welcome to Hanging Rock Truffle Farm in the Macedon Ranges. This 1890’s shearing shed has been redesigned with love and rural sophistication. Styled by Lynda Gardner/Belle Bright, Appleyard Cottage offers comfort, romance and warmth. With spectacular views to Hanging Rock, this property offers our guests access to glorious gardens, seasonal stream that meanders downs to a lake framed by beautiful willows. Enjoy the tennis court and pool too. Top 10: Finalist Airbnb Awards Best Design Stay 2025

Blue Door on Webster - Modern - Free Parking

Welcome to Blue Door on Webster! We are Ballarat locals and hope you enjoy our stunning city! Located centrally in beautiful tree-lined Webster Street, this ground floor apartment is within walking distance to Lake Wendouree, cafes and restaurants, hospitals, GovHub, supermarket, train station and Armstrong Street where you are spoilt for choice with dining options. On-site, undercover carparking is available to you during your stay. A fully renovated property, ready for you to relax and enjoy!

Moorakyle Retreat at Eastern Hill Organic Farm

Enjoy stunning views over our native forest, grasslands and Mt Kooroocheang. Moorakyle Retreat is on 300 acres, private, self-contained with a full kitchen, surrounded by countryside and gardens, and is set apart from the main house The cottage is modern, well-appointed, filled with natural light, with full heating/cooling and a wood fire. A must for those who love nature and animals. We are just 15 minutes from Daylesford and touring distance for all that the central highlands can offer.

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.

Summer Haven Cottage - Pet Friendly

Amble out your door towards Lake Daylesford or laze on the porch enjoying the private garden. This lifestyle cottage offers comfort, intimacy and a gentle spa splash of indulgence, with a bright cheerful kitchen, romantic bedroom with king size bed, cosy living room for reading and relaxing, and a glorious light-filled spa bathroom overlooking the private garden, rich in bird life. Please Note - guests without reviews will be required to pay a $500 refundable bond.

A private, shady, summer getaway for two.

Ruby is a clean, comfortable tiny house. A little oasis in a beautiful garden. Great for a cosy winter escape on your own or with your favorite person. Located only 10 mins walk from the city centre and all that Ballarat has to offer. Walking distance to all the pubs and restaurants that are in the centre. The house is adorable and I hope you’ll love staying here. Come and enjoy a stay in Ruby. Please no check-ins after 10pm.

Bidwell, a charming hideaway near 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.

Railway Cottage

Beautiful Victorian miners cottage situated within walking distance of the Daylesford Wombat Gardens. Close to local restaurants and coffee shops. Just three doors down from the Farmers Arms Hotel, the oldest hotel in Daylesford. Situated across the road from the Sunday Railway Market.