Title: Serena- a stone's throw from Lake Daylesford Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Serena- a stone's throw from Lake Daylesford Lakefront cottage in Daylesford with kitchen ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61640000/61635000/61634940/0f48534f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61640000/61635000/61634940/1850b53c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61640000/61635000/61634940/8deb20a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61640000/61635000/61634940/ed297dec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61640000/61635000/61634940/a3d1215a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the trees, Serena Daylesford offers a serene escape with an open-plan living room and full kitchen that opens onto a wonderful deck. Unwind by the Gas Log Fire or relax on the deck surrounded by nature. The two king bedrooms offer flexibility, while Wi-Fi and Smart TV provide modern comforts. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Serena- a stone's throw from Lake Daylesford Serena derived from the Latin word serēnus, meaning "tranquil and serene". Located minutes from Lake Daylesford and nestled in the trees Serena is ideal for those wanting to relax and unwind in the tranquility of this home. This surprisingly large two-bedroom home features open plan living room with full kitchen opening on to a wonderful deck surrounded by trees. Two king bedrooms that one can be split into singles, Gas Log Fire, laundry, Wi-Fi Smart TV, and BBQ. Walk around Lake Daylesford, lunch at the boathouse or just pour yourself a glass of wine and enjoy your time at Serena Daylesford. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Free toiletries - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Deck ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a village - On a lake ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33573900/33573838/bf9a8e5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gladville- old world charm with stunning views Daylesford - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Serena 2 Bedrooms Walk to Lake Daylesford 67\_13 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-37.35277%2C144.13702&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_2Kl9D1nWfTCJL1WNFPnPiw9DL8=) Daylesford, VIC #### What's nearby - Lake Daylesford - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Convent Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles - Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile - Daylesford Sunday Market - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles #### Getting around - Daylesford Station - 4 min drive - Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 74 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Wombat Hill Cafe - ‬5 min drive - ‪Daylesford Brewing Co. - ‬17 min walk - ‪Cliffys - ‬4 min drive - ‪Daylesford Hotel - ‬3 min drive - ‪Pastry King Cafe Bakery - ‬19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Serena- a stone's throw from Lake Daylesford pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Serena- a stone's throw from Lake Daylesford? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Serena- a stone's throw from Lake Daylesford? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Serena- a stone's throw from Lake Daylesford located? > Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Central Springs Mineral Reserve and Lake Daylesford. Daylesford & District Museum and Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Serena- a stone's throw from Lake Daylesford Reviews 10 ### 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erica G. 10 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property in a beautiful location Clean & lovely property in a great location. Highly recommend a stay here. ##### Erica G. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda S. 23 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend break We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The views from the back patio were fantastic, we even had an owl sleeping in a tree all day on Saturday.The house is really comfortable and our party of 4 ladies were very comfortable. ##### Linda S. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eihab S. 27 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceeded expectations Extremely spacious and comfortable with all the necessities. Location close to the lake and centre of town. ##### Eihab S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marvin 20 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Just what we needed. True to the pictures. Great location and surroundings ##### Marvin Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick A. 12 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely house Lovely 2 bedroom house in the foothills of Daylesford. ##### Patrick A. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sujatha M. 29 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome experience Very well maintained property and had a great time ##### Sujatha M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### George H. 8 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Very comfortable and relaxing. Beautiful surrounds ##### George H. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sally P. 26 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property The property was excellent it was very clean and spacious, it was a great location and would recommend this to anyone cheers sally ##### Sally P. Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa M. 1 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent. With a late afternoon arrival in 30+ degrees it was so lovely to walk into a cool house. Excellent with every aspect ##### Lisa M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael T. 10 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location, great accommodation! We had a wonderful time at Serena, which is in a perfect location - just up the road from the lake and a short walk into town. Comfy beds, plenty of room and a lovely view of the trees from the balcony. Would definitely recommend! ##### Michael T. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains MGallery Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Fairmont-Resort-Spa-Blue-Mountains.h522363.Hotel-Information) > > [Club Wyndham Airlie Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Club-Wyndham-Airlie-Beach.h2802992.Hotel-Information) > > [Bannisters Port Stephens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Soldiers-Point-Hotels-Bannisters-Port-Stephens.h27355893.Hotel-Information) > > [The Plaza - A Fairmont Managed Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-York-Hotels-The-Plaza-Hotel.h28044.Hotel-Information) > > [Ozone Hotel Kangaroo Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kingscote-Hotels-Aurora-Ozone-Hotel.h2737459.Hotel-Information) > > [The Copa Cabana at Copacabana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Copacabana-Hotels-The-Copa-Cabana-At-Copacabana.h33554165.Hotel-Information) > > [Torquay Foreshore Caravan Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torquay-Hotels-Torquay-Foreshore-Caravan-Park.h6001296.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Resort Torquay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torquay-Hotels-Wyndham-Resort-Torquay.h1927122.Hotel-Information) > > [Coral Sea Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Coral-Sea-Marina-Resort.h1047180.Hotel-Information) > > [Exmouth Escape Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exmouth-Hotels-Exmouth-Escape-Resort.h4032424.Hotel-Information) > > [Glamping at Truffle Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gretna-Hotels-Truffle-Lodge.h22239606.Hotel-Information) > > [RAC Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monkey-Mia-Hotels-RAC-Monkey-Mia-Dolphin-Resort.h2650828.Hotel-Information) > > [The Carrington Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-The-Carrington-Hotel.h474003.Hotel-Information) > > [Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Karatta-Hotels-Kangaroo-Island-Wilderness-Retreat.h2041654.Hotel-Information) > > [By The Sea Port Douglas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-By-The-Sea-Port-Douglas.h3024406.Hotel-Information) > > [Heron Island Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Heron-Island-Hotels-Heron-Island-Resort.h1636471.Hotel-Information) > > [RAC Ningaloo Reef Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Coral-Bay-Hotels-Ningaloo-Reef-Resort.h4257765.Hotel-Information) > > [Lilianfels Resort & Spa - Blue Mountains](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Lilianfels-Resort-Spa-Blue-Mountains.h872.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Hunter Valley Gardens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pokolbin-Hotels-Mercure-Resort-Hunter-Valley-Gardens.h1877968.Hotel-Information) > > [Mandalay Luxury Beachfront Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Mandalay-Luxury-Beachfront-Apartments.h2648804.Hotel-Information) > > [The Lost Camel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Yulara-Hotels-The-Lost-Camel.h4805954.Hotel-Information) > > [Heritage Trail Lodge Margaret River](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Margaret-River-Hotels-Heritage-Trail-Lodge-Margaret-River.h9624427.Hotel-Information) > > [Rochester Riverside Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rochester-Hotels-Rochester-Riverside-Caravan-Park.h65341713.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Sheraton-Grand-Mirage-Resort.h8065.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Orlando Intl. to NYC-All Airports](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/mco/nyc/orlando-to-new-york) > > [flights from lydd airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/airports/lyx/flights-from-lydd-airport) ### Cars > [Car hire in Palma de Mallorca](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Palma-De-Mallorca.d4803920.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Activities > [Things to do in Frodsham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Frodsham.d6126073.Travel-Guide-Activities)