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Uncover the charm of the region surrounding Hepbird House – the Heart of Hepburn. From quaint cafes to scenic trails, our guide unveils local delights, ensuring your stay is filled with authentic experiences.
Immerse in Hepburn Springs’ natural waters, savor Swiss Italian flavors, and embrace a vibrant community of artists, healers, and musicians. Historic Hepburn Springs hosts Australia’s largest mineral springs concentration. Experience wellness at local spas, including the iconic Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa established in 1895. Extend your retreat with visits to The Mineral Spa and Shizuka Ryokan Japanese Country Spa, both conveniently located on the same street as Hepbird House.
Close by: 3 mins drive or 10-15 mins walk
Hepburn Spa & Retreat
Peppers Spa & Retreat
Harrys of Hepburn
Great for Breakfast, Lunch or Friday pub night dinner.
Frank & Connies
Classy lunch or dinner
Rubans
Reliable Italian classics, cheerful + local takeaway
Hepburn Pizza
Awesome wood-fired pizzas, Wine take away available too
Palais
Entertainment changing weekly, meals, cocktails
Surely Goat
Fine dining, local produce
Portal 101
Fabulous Retail joy
From the Dja Dja Wurrung people, who first inhabited the land thousands of years ago, to the Swiss Italian migrants of the gold rush and Melbourne’s turn-of-the-century holidaymakers, Daylesford has long been considered a special place of healing.
Slow down, unwind and be sure to take in the natural surroundings of Victoria’s spa centre. Watch native wildlife at play and fill up a bottle with the local mineral water down at Lake Daylesford, paddle around in a kayak on Jubilee Lake, or get the blood flowing with a walk to the top of Wombat Hill.
Once there, look out over the township before entering the striking Convent Gallery, housed in a historic 19th century mansion. Peruse three levels of local, national and international art, then take the time for reflection in the onsite cafe, surrounding art and sculpture park or deeper into the botanic gardens.
Browse arty collectables and homewares at boutiques, such as Bromley & Co., Arte Deco and Harry & Me, pick up statement fashion pieces at Alpaca Passion and Manteau Noir or climb aboard the Spa Country Railway for a trip with the kids to the popular Sunday Market.
6 minutes drive, 30-40 minutes walk
Daylesford Wine Merchants
Pop in for a glass of wine and a snack. Shop for some carefully selected cheeses and local take home wines.
Daylesford Brewery
Relaxed bar food and beer mostly
Farmers Arms
Reliable local lunch & dinner, options a many
Lake House Restaurant
Special Occasion, seasonal and local degustation
BetelBoy
Contemporary pan asian food
Take Away
Taj Mahal
Indian
Lost Fridays
Mexican
Hit the road and make your way through the charming towns dotted around Hepburn Springs and the Macedon Ranges.
Nearby Trentham, with its pub, bakery and fine diner is another gourmet hotspot.
A little closer to Melbourne you’ll find the nineteenth century streetscapes of Kyneton and Woodend. Wander quaint neighbourhoods and vibrant main streets full of galleries, antique shops, cafes and restaurants that are just waiting to be explored.
Tour the impressive mansions and heritage gardens of Mount Macedon and the Macedon Ranges, and then have your own picnic at the famous Hanging Rock.
Whether you’re in Hepburn Springs or Gisborne, Mount Macedon or Sunbury, you’ll find renowned wineries within easy reach. Choose a winery and discover how locals are making use of the superb cool- climate conditions to produce outstanding sparkling wine, pinot noir and chardonnay.
Leave the city behind for the lush elevated plains, volcanic soils, rocky outcrops and bucolic landscapes of the Macedon Ranges wine region.
Discover hidden vineyards, secret gardens and passionate local characters growing grapes to fulfil an obsession.
Stop off at cellar doors that are often simply extensions to the shed, complete with wooden floors, corrugated iron and well-worn timbers.
Once there, savour wines of exceptional quality made in small quantities from the finest cool-climate grapes.
The region produces some of Australia’s best sparkling wine, and the high altitude and cool climate of the ranges provide perfect conditions for elegant chardonnay, pinot noir and shiraz. Most of the local wineries boast their own label of ‘Macedon’, the term commonly used for their sparkling wines, but you’ll also find award-winning riesling and cabernet sauvignon, along with exciting varietals such as gewürztraminer, pinot blanc and lagrein produced in small-scale, family-owned wineries.
Be sure to visit to Hanging Rock, Curly Flat and Granite Hills. Taste their sparkling wines and look out for the chardonnay, shiraz and pinot noir, too.
In winter, Hepbird House provides hydronic heating, with temperature control located in the upstairs loungeroom. Detailed instructions are available next to the control.
Yes, there is a wood fire downstairs at Hepbird House, complete with wood, kindling, paper, and firestarters conveniently located in the green box beside the black side table.
While there is a firepit outside, guests are advised not to build the fire too high due to the rugged bushland surroundings. Ensure the fire is extinguished before returning indoors.
During the summer months, Hepbird House offers reverse cycle cooling in the downstairs lounge, upstairs lounge, and the main upstairs bedroom. Each room is equipped with a ceiling fan, with remote controls at the entry to each room.
No, outdoor fires and the use of the fire pit are not permitted during specific council-regulated months. Guests are advised to refrain from these activities during the designated period.
Guests can enjoy the BBQ and outdoor eating area at Hepbird House during summer. Switch off the gas after BBQ cooking to ensure safety.
Guests may encounter Ducks, Kangaroos, Wrens, Cockatoos, Kookaburras, Rosellas, Echidnas, Possums, and more around Hepbird House. The natural surroundings make it a haven for diverse wildlife.
Hepbird House offers a variety of indoor activities, including reading books and playing Uno, Yahtzee, and Rumicub. Additionally, the full kitchen allows guests to cook their meals, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay throughout the year.