A wonderful library, with a great book shop and cafe added into the mix. I enjoy hours of family history research fun at this great institution and you can even play in the old card catalogue in the Mitchell!
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CERES Environment Park
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This is where I go for serious, sustainable, organic inspiration. Build a bike, make a rag rug, buy plants, do your veg shop or learn how to grow your own. Entry is free, donations are welcome.
Peninsula Hot Springs
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Peace and tranquility await you at this beautiful bushland bath house. Deep calm and relaxation come in the hydrogen pool, the Turkish Hamam (steam bath), reflexology walk or a pond-side deck chair.
Convent Gallery Daylesford
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Welcome to Thornbury
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You can fully expect to see James Dean and Marilyn Monroe tucking into their food truck meals. What a great retro, hip place to hang out as the summer sun goes down. Be early for the best seats. Cool!
Daylesford Sunday Market
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What you can’t find in this flea market isn’t worth having! Packed with everything from books to blue bottles, car parts to chai. Combine it with a 1 hour heritage train ride. Pure country charm.
Hanging Rock Reserve
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Staging ground for ancient ceremony and modern mystery, this natural sanctuary offers picturesque picnic areas and wild places to wander. Delicious cafe for refreshment. Will you find Miranda?
State Library of Victoria
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Even if you never read a book in your life, a visit to this beautiful building would encourage you to honour books. The La Trobe Reading Room is like a temple. It will take your breath away. Worship.
Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm, Shepherd’s Flat
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Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm, Shepherd’s Flat
Nestled in spa country, 10 minutes from Daylesford, this exquisite farm garden offers a feast for the senses. Herbs, history, rustic cafe with generous menu – a herbal haven you’ll have trouble leaving.
The Fork Shop: Fawkner
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A hidden gem in the heart of Fawkner, this little cafe serves up intimacy to all senses. Neat menu, stylish plates, cosy setting and friendly personalised service and gelato! A hearty Italian cucina.
