Lake House

Just a 1 hour 20 minute drive north-west of Melbourne, this small luxurious retreat offers a relaxing and indulgent gourmet experience in the heart of Victoria’s Spa Country. It is set on the tranquil shores of beautiful Lake Daylesford and boasts 33 rooms and suites furnished in a chic country-style.

Some guest rooms are located in the original homestead - but we recommend the waterfront rooms or suites which boast a private balcony or terrace with enchanting views overlooking the lake.

The Lake House Restaurant is the winner of countless prestigious awards - and lovers of good food and wine will relish the contemporary Australian cuisine which makes full use of the best available local seasonal produce.

Surrounded by waterfall-fed streams and using minerals from the nearby natural hot springs, the state of the art Salus Spa boasts nine treatment areas including idyllic hot mineral water tubs in private tree-houses overlooking the lake. Other facilities at Lake House include an outdoor swimming pool and a tennis court.

With the focus on relaxation and rejuvenation, Lake House is the perfect place to unwind and overcome jet-lag at the beginning of an Australian holiday. Visit the region’s vineyards, cellar doors, farm gates and artists’ studios, picnic by the lake, be pampered with a spa treatment and indulge in the fabulous restaurant.

PRICES Prices from £125 per person per night in a Waterfront Room including breakfast based on 2 people sharing. Flights to Australia vary in price considerably depending on date of departure though there are always good deals on quality airlines. Fares on Qantas/British Airways, for example can start from as little as £699 including taxes and fuel surcharges. From April 2008, Qantas will be introducing its all-new Premium Economy cabin. With dedicated check in, 40" seat pitch, extra width and enhanced meal service, all this extra luxury comes at a suprisingly low upgrade cost. Please ask your sales consultant for more details.