• Entire home
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
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Bluegums Retreat offers accommodations in Hepburn Springs, 30 miles from Ballarat Train Station and 3.2 miles from The Convent Gallery Daylesford. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the vacation home. Providing a terrace and garden views, the vacation home includes 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bath. The comfortable, air-conditioned accommodation also comes with soundproofing and a fireplace. The vacation home offers bed linen, towels, and laundry service. During warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and eat on the private patio. For guests with children, Bluegums Retreat provides an indoor play area. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy fishing and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Lake Daylesford is 3.7 miles from Bluegums Retreat, while Wombat Hill Botanical Gardens is 3.9 miles away. The nearest airport is Melbourne Airport, 57 miles from the vacation home.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-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 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 3:
1 queen bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've 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.

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

Area info

Amenities of Bluegums Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Spa tub
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting 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
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnecting 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
  • Game room
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM

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

Check-out

From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

Crib and extra bed policies

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

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs 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 for this stay on behalf of the property, 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
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Bluegums Retreat of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to 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 minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

FAQs about Bluegums Retreat

  • Bluegums Retreat is 2,600 feet from the center of Hepburn Springs. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Bluegums Retreat is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

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

  • Bluegums Retreat has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 3 bedrooms

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Bluegums Retreat can accommodate this group size:

    • 6 guests

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

  • The prices at Bluegums Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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

    • Hiking
    • Game room
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Horseback riding