Cosy Country Retreat in Daylesford with wood fire and hot outdoor bath

Escape to Zahalka House, a tranquil boutique home in Daylesford. Sunlit rooms, a hot outdoor bath, wood fire and a chef-ready kitchen with coffee, tea, and fresh herbs in the garden make every stay special. Ideal for couples, friends, or families seeking a private, curated country retreat where comfort, style, and peace come together.


Zahalka House is a unique and idyllic retreat set amongst gorgeous fruit and native trees and a mediterranean inspired herb and flower garden. Nestled between Cornish Hill and babbling Smith's creek with uninterrupted views, you have found the most perfectly laid-back country home to unwind in for couples, girls' weekends, families, friends, international guests and your favourite pet.

Two bathrooms, powder room and 3 separate living spaces including a spacious cook's kitchen, the winter den with board games, leather sofa and toasty wood fire and a second lounge room with huge comfy leather club chairs, tv and stereo.

Each bedroom features original art and luxurious king beds layered with bespoke and handmade linens and textiles from Major-Minor, Manteau Noir and brocante market finds.

All linen and towels, cooking essentials, teas and real coffee are provided while the spa bath, luxury Aurora Day Spa toiletries, bench top coffee machine, BBQ, vintage record player and wood fire will make your stay the perfect getaway.

Relax in the grand rooms with high Victorian ceilings, baltic timber floors and antique french glass and panelled doors. A central hallway separates the cosy bedrooms from the stylish living spaces where antique turkish rugs adorn the floors and lush leather sofas and armchairs are layered in handmade cushions and throws.

Our cooks' kitchen for those who love to entertain offers a mix of old world french and spanish cookware and modern utensils, coffee machine, french press and stove top espresso, good knives and our favourite cooking books. Cook up a memorable feast or enjoy an intimate breakfast at the grand dining table. Take some Eames cushions out and recline on the beautiful sun drenched north facing deck or draw a bath in the old claw foot and stargaze with a glass of local wine.

You're merely a short stroll to the Sunday Market, an extravagant food platter at nearby "CLIFFY'S" deli, a picnic in the the wombat gardens or a delicious french meal experience at Bistro Terroir. Swim in the lake, relax in a rejuvenating spa and indulge your inner aesthete with a walk to the Convent Gallery. You have found the most perfect holiday accommodation in Daylesford Victoria!

Some pets are permitted, please enquire for approval. $80 pet stay tariff
Special discount rate for solo travellers. $60/room for single bed set up