DAYLESFORD
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THE AREA
A humble oasis of calm and natural goodness, Daylesford with its fields of lavender, mineral springs, charming boutique cottages and romantic rural landscapes, is a sanctuary from the every day. With local produce and chefs hailing from near and far, Daylesford delights just as much on the foodie front as it does with day spas – this rejuvenating countryside retreat has wellbeing at its very core.
Lifestyle
Along the foothills of the Great Dividing Range, and just over an hour out from Melbourne, Daylesford is a place where time slows down and wholesome gardens shine bright. From fertile farms and rugged bushland to a picture-perfect town that has a healthy dose of good old fashioned country hospitality, Daylesford sure knows how to charm.
One of the town’s biggest pulls is the day spas and wellness retreats, which have sprung up around the natural mineral springs. Then there is a delectable foodie scene, which is rapidly growing as more and more cafés, eateries and fine-dining institutions take advantage of the fresh farm produce that the area is renowned for. Renowned restaurants and chefs have been forging their own paths and wineries are peppered throughout the region.
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Along the foothills of the Great Dividing Range, and just over an hour out from Melbourne, Daylesford is a place where time slows down and wholesome gardens shine bright. From fertile farms and rugged bushland to a picture-perfect town that has a healthy dose of good old fashioned country hospitality, Daylesford sure knows how to charm.
One of the town’s biggest pulls is the day spas and wellness retreats, which have sprung up around the natural mineral springs. Then there is a delectable foodie scene, which is rapidly growing as more and more cafés, eateries and fine-dining institutions take advantage of the fresh farm produce that the area is renowned for. Renowned restaurants and chefs have been forging their own paths and wineries are peppered throughout the region.
Vincent Street not only tantalises the taste buds, but galleries, antique dealers and boutiques fill the quaint storefronts including Paradise Bookshop, which is a rambling maze of fourteen rooms full of new and second-hand books. The Amazing Mill Markets sell everything vintage and antique, and the Sunday Market is a treasure trove for collectors. What’s more, Daylesford’s zest for life comes through in its events calendar, especially during the ChillOut Festival, Australia’s number one queer country pride festival.
The town itself is charming with its leafy streets, botanic gardens, a stunning lake and beautifully maintained historic buildings. The surrounding landscape of lush farmland, lavender fields and forests that are home to rare wildlife is what gives Daylesford a fairytale-like feel.
Neighbours
In a town that thrives off its natural surrounds, Daylesford’s all-embracing community is full of creatives, growers and entrepreneurs who are set on forging their own paths. Guesthouses, boutique stays and spa retreats cater to the throngs of weekenders who grace the verdant countryside. And being the dreamy destination that it is, Daylesford has long been a favourite among city-dwellers who long for greener pastures.
Neighbours
In a town that thrives off its natural surrounds, Daylesford’s all-embracing community is full of creatives, growers and entrepreneurs who are set on forging their own paths. Guesthouses, boutique stays and spa retreats cater to the throngs of weekenders who grace the verdant countryside. And being the dreamy destination that it is, Daylesford has long been a favourite among city-dwellers who long for greener pastures.
Area features
FOODIE HOTSPOT
Daylesford’s reputation as a foodie hub continues to grow at rapid speed, as more and more cafés, eateries and fine-dining restaurants that champion the paddock-to-plate approach swing open their doors. Rich in fertile land, the farmers and growers around Daylesford supply the many eateries with produce that shapes menus throughout the year.
NATURAL WONDERLAND
Surrounded by lush bushland and natural mineral springs, Daylesford is an outdoor enthusiast’s wonderland. At Wombat State Forest, hiking trails meander through dense foliage, Lake Daylesford is for boat paddling, and the Wombat Hill Botanical Gardens are picture-perfect.
