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Boasting mountain views, Astley Cottage offers accommodation with a spa and wellness centre and a patio, around 45 km from Ballarat Train Station. The air-conditioned accommodation is 2.1 km from The Convent Gallery Daylesford. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. This holiday home will provide guests with a flat-screen TV, a balcony, a seating area and an iPod docking station. The kitchen has a microwave, a toaster and a fridge and there is a private bathroom with bathrobes and a hair dryer. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Daylesford, like cycling, fishing and canoeing. Barbecue facilities are at guests' disposal at the holiday home, and guests can also relax in the garden or go on a picnic in the picnic area. Lake Daylesford is 2.9 km from Astley Cottage, while Wombat Hill Botanical Gardens is 3.2 km from the property. Melbourne Airport is 88 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Guest review summary
Guests loved Astley Cottage's serene <b>location</b>, offering beautiful views and proximity to Daylesford. The hosts were praised for their friendliness and helpfulness. The cottage was noted for its comfort and <b>cleanliness</b>. Some guests mentioned the steps to the property could be challenging.
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Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.7

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 Ellie & Kevin'

9.5
9.5
Host review score
Host review score
Ellie & Kevin'
Astley is a 3room country style cottage 1kingbedroom OR 2singles/living &bathroom with a double spa.Beautifully presented with white linen/complimentary toiletries.Pet friendly(small/med dogs). Lovely cottage gardens surroundings with beautiful bush views-haven. Real comforts of home with leather electric recliners. Nespresso coffee machine & a selection of twinnings teas. Kevin also supplies & s freshly baked muffins on 2 or more night bookings. We have travelled quite a bit lately & really believe Astley Cottage is one of the best value for money in Daylesford. Kevin & I have been operating Astley for almost 19years now & really enjoy welcoming our new & return guests.
We are Kevin & Ellie who enjoy meeting new/return guests & living & running Astley now for almost 16 years previously from Essendon in Melbourne. We enjoy travelling & recently have been to the UK & Bali & Qld where I have family. Hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you here soon.
Astley is a very secluded cottage situated between Daylesford & Hepburn Springs. Its very quiet & tranquil with bush views. Restaurants/Cafes are all closeby. Walking tracks at your doorstep & lovely country gardens surround the cottage making it an excellent choice.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Astley Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities

  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Video
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Electric blankets
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Accessibility

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Wellness

  • Spa facilities
  • Spa and wellness centre

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Activities

  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Off-site

Outdoor & View

  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View

Building characteristics

  • Detached

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out

Entertainment and family services

  • Books, DVDs, or music for children

Miscellaneous

  • Pet bowls
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Astley Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:00 to 10:00
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 option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 17 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

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 30 per stay
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 30 per stay

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

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

Please inform Astley Cottage 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.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

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.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

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.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

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