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Tara Cottage - pet friendly

Cottage in Daylesford with kitchen and balcony

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Unwind in the heart of Daylesford at this charming modern one-bedroom house. With stunning views of Wombat Hill and the Convent, relax on the rear patio with a glass of wine or explore nearby restaurants, cafes and shopping within a 5-minute stroll.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tara Cottage - pet friendly

Modern one bedroom self contained house with stunning views of Wombat Hill and the Convent. The perfect central location for a relaxing stay.
Pets are very welcome. Secure outdoor area for pets.

Sit on the rear patio and soak in the views of historic Daylesford while sipping a glass of wine.
Only a five minute stroll to restaurants, cafes and shopping.
Room with a view for pampered pets.
Wireless internet and Fetch TV to maximise your chillout time.

Additional features include...

- Central and quiet location with panoramic views
- Wireless internet and Fetch TV to maximise your chillout time.
- 5 mins stroll to Daylesford Village and Lake
- Outdoor entertaining area plus BBQ
- Open plan living to relax and enjoy watching TV
- Well equipped kitchen with microwave, dishwasher. Make the stay soooo easy
- Split system heating and cooling
- Luscious spa bath to relax and unwind
- Indoor and outdoor area for your pet (please note the back yard is not fully fenced)
- Check-in 3pm, Check-out 12noon

Weekend rate $420. Friday / Saturday or Saturday / Sunday

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Tara Pet Friendly Daylesford
Tara Cottage - pet Friendly Cottage
Tara Cottage - pet Friendly Daylesford
Tara Cottage - pet Friendly Cottage Daylesford
191290

About the area

Located in Daylesford, this cottage is next to a golf course. Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa and Hepburn Springs Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Portal 108 and Daylesford Spa Country Railway. Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm and Tuki Trout Farm are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Daylesford, VIC

What's nearby

  • Hepburn Regional Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Convent Gallery - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Lake Daylesford - 3 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Daylesford Station - 3 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cliffys - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Harvest Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Daylesford Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Frangos & Frangos - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Daylesford Hot Chocolate Company - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tara Cottage - pet friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Tara Cottage - pet friendly?

As of 19 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tara Cottage - pet friendly on 20 Jan 2026 start from AU$228.85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Tara Cottage - pet friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tara Cottage - pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tara Cottage - pet friendly?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Tara Cottage - pet friendly located?

Situated in Daylesford, this golf cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Hepburn Regional Park, Portal 108 and Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa. Hepburn Springs Golf Course and Hepburn Mineral Springs Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Tara Cottage - pet friendly Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Lovely private cottage.Very clean, nice views.Stayed 2 nights, enjoyed our time there
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place close to town

Very clean and comfortable within walking distance to the main street of Daylesford. Great size yard, ideal for couples with dog/s.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Room With A View

Delightful house with wonderful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent in every possible way

TARA is in a great location. Quant home with everything you could possibly need and want for a night of relaxation.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wonderful little cottage

very suitable for people with dogs, property is not fenced but there is a dog yard that is fenced at the front of the property, the mud room is a stand out, would love to make it my yearly holiday
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything has been thought of

Nice view, private, clean and cute, all amenities provided for us and poochie. Very comfortable stay thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tara Cottage: an excellent holiday

The property is well-appointed with appropriate kitchen appliances, w-fi, etc. but for me its superlative point is the garden. An ideal space for my energetic dog to endlessly chase the ball.This is my second stay and I will definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kieran c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, idyllic getaway

This cute little cottage is perfect for a couple or solo trip, house was cosy and has a decently stocked kitchen with all the basics you’d need. Really comfy bed, it was lovely having a slow morning (due to a generous midday check out) relaxing and watching the birds in the backyard. Will definitely visit again! Pam was an excellent host, great communication and cottage was clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage stay

Very comfortable accommodation for 2 people. Welcome bottle of wine on arrival was a nice touch. Home is fully self contained and caters well for dogs. Easy10 minute walk to town.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

LYNNE C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tara Cottage

Having had a short break at Tara Cottage some years ago, we were happy to stay there again. The cottage is cosy and comfortable in a quiet area. Everything you need is supplied. Dogs are welcome. Excellent for a short, relaxing break.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was in a relatively quite location with only distant and faint traffic sounds. The magpies were in good voice. The spa was a welcome inclusion to help relax tired muscles. There wer no negatives from our perspective. Thank you to our hosts, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

My wife and I wished to go to a dog friendly venue as well as to celebrate our 55th wedding anniversary we had a good time and will consider doing it again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and pretty

This cottage was cosy and felt like we were in the country despite being a short walk from the shops and cafes of Daylesford. It was very clean and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the view and watching the birds. We would certainly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very comfortable, meticulously clean, sleek, well stocked movie and games for rainy days. Kitchen looked small but it was so well designed and had EVERYTHING and lacked nothing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tara

Tara is a lovely place up on the hill beautiful look out over the back garden, its close to town and very relaxing my little dog and myself had a beautiful stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfort and Convenience

Well appointed, clean, comfortable cottage. Good heater. Comfortable bed. Lovely view across Daylesford. Just a walk away to shopping, cafes and the lake. Nice, helpful host. Recommended!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Steven T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Lovely Property

We stayed with our pooch at Tara Cottage and had a lovely stay. The cottage was modern inside and had everything required for a short stay. There was a nice view from the back windows of the township and Wombat Hill. The back garden was large and good for our dog to explore. Unfortunately the imitation log fire was not working, but heating provided by reverse cycle AC. Tara is in a good location - about a 10 minute stroll to the main shopping strip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Les P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

our time atTara Cottage

The property needs a little maintenance attention,especially the lawn and garden,however the inside was clean and inviting.It would have been good to receive more than one shampoo and conditioner for two nights and two people.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Winter getaway

We enjoyed our stay in Daylesford at Tara cottage. We travel with our dog and the amenities were good. My only criticism is that the cottage has a steep uneven set of steps to enter with a rather rickety hand rail. It had been raining and was rather muddy around the front door. I didn’t feel safe going up and down the steps to the road where our car was parked.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A hidden beauty.

It’s a bit like something out of a fairy tale: behind an impenetrable wall of plants and small trees, lies a hidden beauty. Fortunately accessible down a charming pathway. The house is just right for two people (no pets in our case). It is quiet and comfortable with a gorgeous old established garden full of rambling roses and lovely scents. And the view across the valley to Wombat Hill and the convent is perfect. We felt transported to another time, whilst having all of the modern conveniences in abundance.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, fab view, comfy bed, thoughtful layout, very dog friendly, warm ( it was chilly when we visited), kitchen had all you need, lots of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, great view, myself & my partner & my 2 furry friends had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage, close to the township. Very clean and has everything you may need for a lovely relaxing stay. My dog Banjo enjoyed his stay as well, dog bowls and treats were a nice touch to make him feel welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Felt very secluded yet close to town. The set up is very well done.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alanys L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed at Tara overnight for the 19th-20th of August with my fiancé and dog Ajax and it was utter perfection. The location, the layout of the cottage, the views and it being dog friendly? What else could be better? We loved every minute of it and will definitely be back! Thanks Prue!
My dog Ajax enjoying the backyard and sunset view 🐾
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025