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Escape to this 3-bedroom miners cottage in Daylesford, with scenic views of the lake from the living room. Unwind on the huge outdoor deck with BBQ and gas heater, or cozy up by industrial lighting in one of two living areas.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61453 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterside Cottage - Perfect Lakeside Location

Unbelievable - cottage charm AND water views!.

Beautiful 3 bedroom, renovated and extended miners cottage, just metres from Lake Daylesford.

Scenic views from the living room and just a leisurely walk to many of Daylesford's cafés, fine eateries, boutiques and galleries. Just metres from the Lakehouse and the iconic Boathouse and Bookbarn.

Huge outdoor deck, BBQ, gas heater and dining table overlooking the lake.

3 bedrooms, with luxury handmade linen.

2 living areas with comfy sofas to curl up in.

Industrial lighting.

Fully equipped kitchen with s/steel appliances.

Central heating and air-conditioning.

Internet Access plus Netflix and Stan.

A "two night minimum stay" applies - this is applicable to all guests.

A "three night minimum stay" applies on all "long" weekends, and this is applicable to all guests.


Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,453 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

155405
Waterside Cottage - Perfect Lakeside Location Daylesford

About the area

Located in Daylesford, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Hepburn Regional Park and Eganstown Streamside Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Daylesford Spa Country Railway and Portal 108. Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm and The Tangled Maze are also worth visiting. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Daylesford travel guide
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Daylesford, VIC

What's nearby

  • Lake Daylesford featuring a lake or waterhole
    Lake Daylesford
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Goldfields featuring a church or cathedral
    Convent Gallery
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Daylesford & District Museum
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens
    19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Daylesford Station
    3 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL)
    74 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wombat Hill Cafe
    4 min drive
  • Daylesford Brewing Co.
    13 min walk
  • Cliffys
    3 min drive
  • Harvest Cafe
    16 min walk
  • Daylesford Hotel
    18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterside Cottage - Perfect Lakeside Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterside Cottage - Perfect Lakeside Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterside Cottage - Perfect Lakeside Location?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterside Cottage - Perfect Lakeside Location located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Daylesford and Central Springs Mineral Reserve. Daylesford & District Museum and Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre are also within 15 minutes. Daylesford Station is 30 minutes by foot.

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Waterside Cottage - Perfect Lakeside Location Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 171 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous place with absolutely everything you could need- down to most complete bathroom cabinet I've seen! Host was terrific, and very informative. Very restful, just lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kairen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Xmas break

Everything we needed in a beautiful location!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmel C., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect girls weekend away

We loved our stay at waterfront cottage in Daylesford. Clean, cosy and comfortable with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous location and set up

Thoroughly recommend Waterside Cottage - loved our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Robyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

This is everything it says it is online and the property manager is so helpful… thankyou
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway Cottage

Tony is the perfect host and this is the perfect cottage for a weekend getaway. It's a place I always look forward to going back to. Thanks for another lovely getaway weekend Tony!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay!

Thank you Tony. Super stay and beautiful cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ken H.

lovely cottage

Very clean ,very comfortable , great location.We will stay again

10/10 Excellent

Debra P.

Perfect cottage in a perfect location

Thanks Tony and Jen for another lovely weekend in your beautiful cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Vicki V.

Wonderful property

We enjoyed our stay at Waterside Cottage the owners had thought of our every comfort. Location up there with the best and communication with owners great. We would definitely stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Debra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Lovely Waterside Cottage

Another relaxing weekend at this beautiful cottage. Tony and Jen are wonderful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

kathleen w.

Fantastic Cottage.

Really lovely place to stay. Great location on the lake and very well appointed. All communication re our arrival and access was prompt and friendly. We are looking for another opportunity to return!

10/10 Excellent

Nicole V., Geelong

A perfect Daylesford stay ♥️

Waterside Cottage is the perfect stay for our annual girls weekend away. Gorgeous cottage charm and beautifully furnished with everything you need to enjoy a cosy, relaxing get away! Great value, and the hosts are very accommodating and friendly. We hope to continue to return to this beautiful cottage for many years to come.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nick E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chillout vibes

Great place with lovely furnishings and amenities. Would happily stay here again. Thanks Tony for making the process so easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Instant relaxation

The property was beautifully equipped,presented and Styled Fantastic we had a terrific time there!

10/10 Excellent

kerrin d.

Beautiful cottage, well equipped in a gorgeous location

Beautiful cottage, well equipped in a gorgeous location. This was the perfect place for our winter weekend escape. Thanks Tony and Jen for hosting us at this wonderful place. Kerrin and Jennie
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

CARMEL M.

Picture perfect!

With such comfort, attention to detail and the beautiful view we had a lovely weekend. The tasteful design elements mixed with so many home comforts made this the perfect getaway. So beautifully presented. Can't wait to return!

10/10 Excellent

Tanya R.

Charming and well equipped

Such a beautifully maintained house. Everything you could need has been provided and made our stay so easy and relaxing. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location.

The cottage was perfect for getting ready before our daughters wedding and relaxing afterwards. Everything that we needed was there and it was such a beautiful location. Would certainly return to spend more time in Daylesford when we were less busy. Thank you Tony for the ease of check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfort Cottage

We just loved this cottage and it was beautifully appointed with everything anyone could need. A perfect position, with a view over the lake and the walking track right out the back. Very warm and cosy for a gorgeous winter getaway. I would highly recommend it and we plan to go back again when the weather warms up.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Roslyn M., Brisbane, Qld

Position perfect

We stayed 4 nights at this wonderfully presented property with all the comforts imaginable. The little extra goodies provided added that special touch. The view to the lake is so relaxing and the position is quiet and handy to all the best Daylesford has to offer. We would definitely recommend Waterside Cottage and would love to stay again.

10/10 Excellent

serena m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy & homely cottage

A lovely weekend getaway at the cosy cottage. Very warm, well designed & decorated with a very homely feeling. Beautiful view over the lake & a few steps to walking path around the lake. Highly recommend for a couple or group of friends. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fiona C.

Beautiful Cottage

We had a fantastic girls weekend at Waterside Cottage. It is immaculately decorated and presented, the beds and couches are very comfy and the view from the deck is stunning. The cottage had everything we needed for our stay. The location allows for easy access to the lake and is walking distance into the town centre. We will definitely return to Waterside Cottage next year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Wonderful!

Thank you to Tony and Jenny for a truly wonderful stay. The cottage is beautifully furnished and styled. We enjoyed relaxing on the deck, feeding the geese in the mornings and appreciated the short walk along the lake to The Boathouse for breakfast. A nice added touch was a bookshelf full of great books and an excellent selection of coffee table books to look through. Very comfy beds amazing views of the lake. Couldn't ask for more, we will be back next year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen O.

Perfect location, beautiful and functional design

This house is perfectly located on the lake and away from the main road. It is designed and furnished beautifully, crisp linens, strong water pressure, functional and decorative lighting, a kitchen designed for cooking and sharing. I hope they keep the price as it stands, it is worth every cent. And the hosts were available if we needed them.