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The cafe at Lavandula Swiss-Italian Lavender Farm near Hepburn Springs, Victoria takes the humble 'Ploughman's Lunch' to the next level. Plenty of other delicious choices on the menu too. All appear to be home-made.
The cafe at Lavandula Swiss-Italian Lavender Farm near Hepburn Springs, Victoria takes the humble 'Ploughman's Lunch' to the next level. Plenty of other delicious choices on the menu too. All appear to be home-made.
Lavendula Swiss-Italian Lavender farm presents the visitor with a particularly mellow day out. Head for Daylesford, Victoria and then meander through Hepburn Springs to find it. Highlights include - - a farmhouse created by Swiss-Itailian migrants in 1851; - a gourmet cafe using produce from the farm's market garden; - gentle walks and farm animals (no wellies required) - fields of sweet smelling lavender One visit had us hooked. We shall return the next time we have overseas visitors to stay. http://www.lavandula.com.au/

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RACV Goldfields Resort

RACV Goldfields Resort

4.5 out of 5
1500 Midland Highway Creswick VIC
The price is NZ$184 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
NZ$184
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Creswick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews)
Nice setting!

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

RACV Goldfields Resort
Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments

Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments

3 out of 5
252 Barker St Castlemaine VIC
The price is NZ$207 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$207
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Castlemaine. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Victorian Goldfields Railway - Castlemain Station ...
7.8/10 Good! (219 reviews)
Nice clean room and amenities

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments
Hepburn at Hepburn

Hepburn at Hepburn

5 out of 5
2 - 8 Range Road Hepburn Springs VIC
The price is NZ$363 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
NZ$363
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hepburn Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa and Hepburn ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (340 reviews)
The serenity. Adults only. Room was delicious & clean. Very romantic. Staff were excellent. Bed was extremely comfortable Great big spa. Separate rain shower. Private views. Outside private balcony. Extra special treats.,

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Hepburn at Hepburn
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Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa Villas

Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa Villas

4 out of 5
3 Forest Avenue Hepburn Springs VIC
Stay at this spa holiday home in Hepburn Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa and Hepburn ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (101 reviews)
Mikato, Erin, Chloe were wonderful. Mikato truly deserves an award for stand out kindness, and customer professionalism. Well done to hotel management for such brilliant hires.

Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa Villas
The Cottages at Hepburn Springs

The Cottages at Hepburn Springs

4 out of 5
5-7 Forest Ave, Hepburn Springs Hepburn Springs VIC
Stay at this cottage in Hepburn Springs. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hepburn Mineral Springs Reserve and Hepburn ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (102 reviews)
Steps need repairs, bathroom could be updated, but it was clean and comfortable and we would stay there again

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

The Cottages at Hepburn Springs
Clifftop at Hepburn

Clifftop at Hepburn

5 out of 5
209 Main Road Hepburn VIC
Stay at this luxury holiday home in Hepburn. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Laurie Sullivan Reserve and Hepburn Springs Golf ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (103 reviews)
Pretty decor. No outside seating which is a bummer. Missing some little details (no place to put soap in shower, no closet. Please provide better check-in instructions for the rooms not listed on exterior signage. Lovely setting.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Clifftop at Hepburn
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The cafe at Lavandula Swiss-Italian Lavender Farm near Hepburn Springs, Victoria takes the humble 'Ploughman's Lunch' to the next level. Plenty of other delicious choices on the menu too. All appear to be home-made.

Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm

Explore the great outdoors at Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm, a lovely green space in Shepherds Flat. While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its spas.

Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm

Jim Crow Creek Streamside Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Jim Crow Creek Streamside Reserve, a lovely green space in Shepherds Flat.

Jim Crow Creek Streamside Reserve

Franklin I6 Bushland Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Franklin I6 Bushland Reserve, a lovely green space in Shepherds Flat.

Franklin I6 Bushland Reserve

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It was advertised as bed & breakfast. I don’t think coffe & shortbread biscuit really counts as breakfast. But we really enjoyed our stay . I was glad l had read the online reviews and didn’t take my husbands sports car or arrive late at night .