El CAminois managed by Daylesford Country Retreats. A locally owned company who has a passion for promoting the region. We have an exciting mix of properties showcasing the variety of accommodation available in the Daylesford/Hepburn Springs region. Our properties range from spectacular examples of mid-century style architecture; complete with polished concrete floors, soaring ceilings and natural light, to rustic miners’ cottages with wood fires burning. Whether you are looking for a large entertaining property, or a romantic getaway, Daylesford Country Retreats can meet your accommodation needs. A country retreat in Daylesford is the perfect way to relax, unwind and treat yourself to the break you deserve. Book your accommodation now for your next holiday in the Daylesford/Hepburn Springs region

Perched high on Elevated Plains with sweeping views across miles of countryside, El Camino Cottage at Bella Vista Villas is a serene two‑storey 1 bedroom retreat just minutes from Hepburn Springs and Daylesford. This is a place where you can truly switch off wake to soft morning light spilling across the hills, watch kangaroos graze at dusk, and soak in a luxurious two‑person spa bath framed by a picture window that captures the landscape perfectly. Spend slow afternoons on your private terrace under the shady gazebo, dine under the vine‑covered outdoor area, or curl up by the Ned Kelly wood‑burning fire with a glass of wine. Set on 5½ acres of elevated grounds, the cottage offers complete privacy and a front‑row seat to native wildlife including kangaroos, kookaburras and echidnas. Inside, you’ll find a comfortable king‑size bed with quality linen, a fully equipped kitchen with stove, oven, fridge/freezer and microwave, a large plasma TV and reverse‑cycle air conditioning for year‑round comfort. Whether you’re here for a romantic weekend, a restorative week away, or simply to breathe in the quiet beauty of the countryside, El Camino Cottage offers the perfect blend of comfort and unforgettable views. Check out our other two villa’s Avalon and Oscars

The Daylesford-Hepburn Region is famous for its mineral waters and is known as the Spa Centre of Australia. Our beautiful scenery includes the famous Lake Daylesford, the Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens and the Wombat State Forest. There are historic buildings in the main street of Daylesford and the region’s history lies in the rush for gold. Lake Daylesford now covers land upon which gold was first discovered and offers lakeside picnic spots, cafes, walking tracks, fishing and pedal boating. The internationally known Lake House sits on its shores and there are public BBQ facilities and amenities adjacent to the main parking area. Lake Jubilee is located south of Daylesford (about a 10-15 minute drive) and is ideal for fishing, boating and swimming. If you are looking for a waterfall, visit Sailor’s Falls, less than 30 minutes south from the Daylesford Town Centre. If you are into the outdoors, Daylesford sits at the junction of three walking trails that are part of the Great Dividing Trail – the Lerderderg Track, the Dry Diggings Track and the Wallaby Track. The Hepburn Regional Park is a little less challenging and contains mineral springs and relics of the bygone gold era.