Gumnut Cottage Daylesford

60 Lightwood Drive, 3461 Daylesford, Australia – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.4/10! <small>(score from <b>111</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
111 reviews
a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove top oven at Gumnut Cottage Daylesford in Daylesford
a living room with a couch and a chair at Gumnut Cottage Daylesford in Daylesford
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Gumnut Cottage Daylesford

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  • The entire place is yours
  • 700 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
    In all areas • 74 Mbps
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
Reliable info:
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Situated in Daylesford, 44 km from Macedon Train Station and 8.9 km from The Convent Gallery Daylesford, Gumnut Cottage Daylesford offers a garden and air conditioning. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 9.4 km from Wombat Hill Botanical Gardens. The holiday home has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. Lake Daylesford is 11 km from the holiday home, while Kryal Castle is 47 km from the property. The nearest airport is Melbourne Airport, 80 km from Gumnut Cottage Daylesford.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

FREE private parking!

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Daylesford
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mike
    Australia Australia
    “Wonderful, character filled property with a well equiped kitchen. Beautiful grounds surrounding the property with only the sounds of the birds.”
  • Brittany
    Australia Australia
    “The hosts were so lovely they left us some chocolates and a little note to say congratulations on our engagement! Also the shower is incredible.”
  • Rachael
    Australia Australia
    “Loved how quiet, serene and comfortable it felt. We loved seeing the wildlife, and our dog enjoyed it too!”
  • Marcus
    Australia Australia
    “Very Peaceful. Loved waking up to see kangaroos feeding and meeting the hosts pony and two goats. The hosts also left a beautiful gift gesture that has a nice surprise”
  • Colin
    Australia Australia
    “The facilities that were provided to use for breakfast were fine, kettle and toaster is really all that we used.”
  • Tarnia
    Australia Australia
    “It was a gorgeous cottage, so incredibly cute. When we entered, it was quite warm! The heaters were on. We really liked how it was a short drive to Daylesford. We enjoyed seeing Molly the Pony, Trixie & Ellie the goats. And walking around the...”
  • Phil
    Australia Australia
    “We loved everything about this property. The location was brilliant, it was warm, cozy and quirky.”
  • Yusuf
    Australia Australia
    “The wood heater is a big plus. The ability to wander around the property and see Molly, the pony, and the goats was cool. The cottage aesthetic helped the overall feel and appeal. Penni respected our privacy and kept a low profile. She was really...”
  • Andrew
    Australia Australia
    “Loved the little cottage. Extremely clean with everything you could want. Great fireplace and heating.”
  • Robert
    Australia Australia
    “Everything was to our liking and the cottage was cute and cleanliness was excellent”

Quality rating

This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Penni

9.5
9.5
Host review score
Host review score
Penni
Nestled on the edge of the Wombat State Forest and just 7 minutes from Daylesford, Gumnut Cottage beckons you. Set amongst majestic white gums, Gumnut Cottage is a pet-friendly, fully self-contained getaway for two. Built of stone, cedar and iron, Gumnut Cottage offers a loft bedroom with Queen bed, open plan living/dining/kitchen and spacious deck with views toward Kangaroo Creek. With all the modern amenities you’d expect in Daylesford, including free WiFi, reverse cycle air conditioning, barbecue and full kitchen, Gumnut Cottage is full of character and charm. Native wildlife abounds on this six and half acre property, attracted to the peace and tranquillity of the surrounds. Take a wander and say hello to the resident miniature pony and the goats. Or, find a spot by the creek to enjoy your favourite bottle of wine. If you are yearning for a taste of the good life, Gumnut Cottage welcomes you. Please note that Gumnut Cottage shares a driveway with the Owner’s residence but is a separate and fully self-contained cottage.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Gumnut Cottage Daylesford
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
Fast free WiFi 74 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Blu-ray player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Electric blankets
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Miscellaneous
  • Adult only
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Smoke alarms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Gumnut Cottage Daylesford takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 00:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 1.75% surcharge when you pay with a Visa/Mastercard credit card. Please note that there is a 2.5% surcharge when you pay with an American Express credit card.

Please inform Gumnut Cottage Daylesford in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Gumnut Cottage Daylesford

  • Check-in at Gumnut Cottage Daylesford is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Gumnut Cottage Daylesford offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Gumnut Cottage Daylesford is 4.3 miles from the centre of Daylesford. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Gumnut Cottage Daylesford on this page.

    • The prices at Gumnut Cottage Daylesford may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Gumnut Cottage Daylesford can accommodate the following group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Gumnut Cottage Daylesford has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.