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Tara Cottage - pet friendly

Cottage in Daylesford with kitchen and balcony

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Private kitchen
Living area
Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Daylesford, VIC
  • Place, Convent Gallery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Daylesford
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

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

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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

About the area

Daylesford

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 Bathhouse & Spa - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Convent Gallery - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Daylesford Sunday Market - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Lake Daylesford - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cliffys - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Daylesford Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pastry King Cafe Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Frangos & Frangos - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Red Ginger Thai - ‬2 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 1 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tara Cottage - pet friendly on 14 Oct 2025 start from AU$202.35, 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.

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).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

Verified traveller

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

Perfect for two

Very cute place nice and close to main strip, it was going to be a hot day and it was very nice to walk in and have the aircon already on.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean and warm. Had Netflix and Stan
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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

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

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

8/10 Good

Vas K.

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

Tara house

It was a lovely place, clean tranquil and close enough to walk to Main Street.. We enjoyed our overnight stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 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

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

KAREN J.

Peaceful Pet Friendly

Great stay in a good location very peaceful with great view of the Wombat Hill.

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David E.

Very good property

Private property with nice garden surrounds and view of Wombat Hill. We enjoyed our stay - as did our dog.

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

Ron G.

Quiet, Private & Comfy

Tara cottage is a perfect place if you like comfort, peace & quiet and location. Exactly as advertised, handy to bothe Daylesford and Hepburn Springs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

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

Tifanie M.

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

Cute little cottage

This cottage is perfect for a single or couple. It was very clean amd tidy and had everything we needed. Its also in a great location so close to the main strip. And the best part is its dog friendly!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

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

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Elda O.

lovely cottage :)

My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at Tara Cottage with our pets! It's a lovely property well catered for a couple with pets and very centrally located in Daylesford. We would definitely come back!

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was perfect couldn’t find anything negative 😊 Wish we had a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

Peaceful

My partner and I (and our Golden Retriever) loves our short stay. The location is perfect, walking distance to town and to the beautiful lake. The cottage was very clean, spacious and had everything that we needed. I would highly recommend a visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had a lovely stay at Tara Cottage. Nice walking distance to the Main Street and coffee (Cliffy’s or Harvest). Loved the extra touches for our Lucy dog. Just note parking is on the street with step access.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

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Hosted by Prue Laurence

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