Summer by the Lake

Summer at Lake House, Daylesford

The warmers months at this luxury retreat mean indulgent blue sky days and inky dark skies at filled with stars at night. Mornings are still misty and golden as the sun rises over Wombat Hill and hits the peace mile walk around the lake paths, a private yoga class or tai chi lesson in the garden is the perfect way to start the day – before a long delicious breakfast on the waterfront terraces. 

Long languid days are spent by the horizon pool overlooking lake Daylesford. Room or Pool Service could be bespoke cocktails crafted by the beverage team; perhaps an elderberry bramble or a white peach bellini when the stone fruits come into season…. Or just a delicious fresh salad or signature burger from the kitchen. If pool side relaxing is your thing – the new Waterfront Pool studios offer immediate access and views across the pool, terraces and lake shore. 

The Spa is the place to be for ultimate pampering. Treetop cabins sit high in the willows overlooking the lagoon and house deep tubs which are filled with 100% pure mineral water. In a region that boasts the largest concentration of naturally occurring springs in Australia; this is the place to experience the health giving benefits of these magical waters. Signature treatments combine world class treatment techniques with the use of hot stones, warm oils and fine polishing salts. Combine with a cup of the organic signature Radiance Tea and you’ll all set to glow! 

Not to be missed is the 2 Chef Hat Restaurant. A must for gourmet travellers and especially lovely for lunch in the summer when the terraces are set overlooking lake Daylesford and the air is heady with the scent of lavender, gardenia, lilac, rose and mulberries in the country gardens. Signature tasting menus feature produce from Lake House’s own 38 acre farm and are paired with wines from the 13000 bottle cellar.

Not sure what we are waiting for, a summer romantic retreat is awaiting. Visit lakehouse.com.au