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Fabulous time in Daylesford. Walked the lake, visited the Hepburn Springs and dinner and drinks at Hotrl Bellinzona! Visited the Convent and lunch at the cafe with family. So much to do and see in Daylesford.

Daylesford has so much to offer, the three days we were there was not long enough to venture around the town and the surrounding areas. The local spa treatments were amazing and brunch at Cliffy's was excellent as well as being dog friendly. The Cider Brewery was a highlight as was our trip to Hepburn Springs ... all close to Daylesford.

Heavy tourist area, parking is atrocious on the weekends but we went to see friends living there and they said it is much better during the week. Shops sell out of food often on weekends we were told. The lake was beautiful and the air smelled like spring, although there is many wattle trees if you have allergies. Many interesting shops and art to see in town. Chocolate factory is great and recommend having a hot chocolate.

Weekends are very crowded, but nicely quiet on a weekday. Plenty of accommodation, eating and shopping options in the town. Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens are impressive, with a lookout tower and cafe. Lovely historic buildings and pubs. Nearby Hepburn Springs has nice walks and the bathhouse for pampering. Good walk to the top of Mt Franklin if you dont mind uphill walking and some rocky areas near the end.

Daylesford is a brilliant place to stay. It was a short drive from Melbourne and definitely a hub for many lovely towns around it. Daylesford has many high quality shops, beautiful places to eat, The Mill Antique Market and beautiful art galleries including The Convent Gallery. There are some beautiful parks to enjoy a picnic or stroll.

Daylesford/Hepburn Springs provided great options for dining out. It had excellent walking tracks, particularly around the Lake, which were serene and scenic. The main street of Daylesford had lots of shops, ideal for browsing and shopping, stopping for a coffee, etc. We visited the Convent with its delightful Cafe and fabulous art gallery, which was thoroughly enjoyable.