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Boasting garden views, Bluegums Retreat provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 48 km from Ballarat Train Station. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 5.1 km from The Convent Gallery Daylesford. Featuring a Blu-ray player, the holiday home has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, 2 living rooms with a seating area and a dining area, 3 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bath. The unit is air conditioned and includes a terrace with an outdoor dining area as well as a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The holiday home offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Hepburn Springs, like fishing and hiking. An indoor play area is also available for guests at Bluegums Retreat. Lake Daylesford is 5.9 km from the accommodation, while Wombat Hill Botanical Gardens is 6.2 km away. The nearest airport is Melbourne Airport, 91 km from Bluegums Retreat.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Hepburn Springs, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
10
High score for Hepburn Springs
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  • Paola
    Australia Australia
    Very well kept premises. Beautiful views from the property Beautiful furniture and excellent kitchenware
  • Lina
    Australia Australia
    Everything was perfect! Such a lovely clean house, beautiful surrounds and we really appreciated the thoughtful welcome treats. Geoff was an exceptional host and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend Bluegums Retreat. We would definitely consider...
  • Elena
    Australia Australia
    A beautiful spot in the heart of Hepburn Springs - but it feels like you're a million miles away. Cosy warm and well appointed. Very clear communication with the owner who recommended things to do and imparted local knowledge via text.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Geoff Gedge

10
10
Host review score
Host review score

Geoff Gedge
Bluegums is a 3 story, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom home build from Bluestone and Sandstone sourced locally from the demolition of an old bridge in nearby Ballarat. The house is surrounded by blue gums and other native bush and has abundant wildlife including kangaroos in the neighboring olive grove, which graze within meters of the house. The boundaries are well fenced from neighboring properties and provide safety for families with young children. The grounds have been recently re-landscaped with water-friendly native planting sympathetic to the landscape. Lookout in the garden for Henry the 10ft Emu and, little Bertie the Kiwi.
I have been short stay hosting now for a little over 11 years, and my aim is to try and make sure you and your arty have the most relaxing experience you can have while staying at Bluegums. I have a local caretaker who lives nearby, in the event that you have any problems or issues that arise during your stay. Other than that, you will only be disturbed by the occasional passing kangaroo.
Bluegums Retreat is located in the ideal spa capital of Victoria ‐ Hepburn Springs. The retreat located only a few minutes’ walks from the recently renovated Hepburn Spa and the famous Hepburn Springs Golf Course is ideally positioned for that total rest and relaxation. Only 4 km from the main strip in Daylesford and close to the popular Lavendula Farm and Cricket Willow, BlueGums Retreat has something close for everyone. Hepburn Springs is a historic village located in the middle of the largest concentration of mineral springs in Australia. The springs are full of health‐giving minerals that occur naturally in different formulations, giving every spring a distinctive taste. Established during the gold rush of the 1850s when Swiss Italian migrants moved to the area, it is now a popular holiday resort noted for its day spas and wellness centers. During your stay why not try:  Visit the iconic Lavendula Farm  Have a massage at Hepburn Spa  Dine at Ruebens in Main Street  Shop in Vincent Street, Daylesford  Play a round of mini‐golf  Bushwalk through Hepburn Park  Breakfast at the Blue Bean  Visit the Saturday markets  Play a round of Golf at Hepburn
Languages spoken: English,Spanish

Property surroundings

Facilities of Bluegums Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Spa bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Blu-ray player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Electric blankets
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Common areas
  • Games room
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Laundry
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

Bluegums Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 23:30

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 06:00 to 11:00

 

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 room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
1 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

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 not allowed.

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

Please inform Bluegums Retreat 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.

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

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

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.

FAQs about Bluegums Retreat

  • Bluegums Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Games room
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding

  • Bluegums Retreat has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 3 bedrooms

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

  • Check-in at Bluegums Retreat is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Bluegums Retreat can accommodate the following group size:

    • 6 guests

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

  • Bluegums Retreat is 850 yards from the centre of Hepburn Springs. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Bluegums Retreat on this page.

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

  • Yes, Bluegums Retreat is popular with guests booking family stays.

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