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Reviews of Serenity@ Daylesford - wood-fire - aircon - wifi - Netflix

Serenity@ Daylesford - wood-fire - aircon - wifi - Netflix
Daylesford, VIC

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kiersten E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely bush setting
Serenity was in a beautiful bush setting with easy access to walks in forests and along creek and also a good walk into Daylesford centre. The house was very comfortable- good beds, comfy sofas, good dining area and kitchen well equipped including a great large fridge. Bathroom clean and functional but old style and limited sink space for a larger group. Great warmth from the fireplace and split systems but gas space heater wasn’t working. Would recommend
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Susie G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely place and location but....
Initially we had trouble gaining access as the wrong code was supplied. However the host was responsive and good communication and rectified problem. We got in within an hour. The host was responsive,location, and the property is aptly named. However, the floors had not been washed. They were extremely dirty filthy. I was taken back. I had to sweep them twice and clean. If i could upload the photos i would. I did contact the host after but he said we should have contacted him earlier so our stay could have been better. But we only had a few days and it was our time away and it was supposed to be cleaned before arriving. We paid for cleaning? We left the place alot better. I even swept the deck for the next people as well.. I had tried a number of times to reach out and send our photos. He was only interested so he could tell the cleaners for the next people not offering anything to us. I have kept photos.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely relaxing getaway
Such a tranquil location with bushland surroundings from the front porch. Perfect to relax outside on a warm day & on the cold night we sat in the back lounge room on comfortable couches with the fire going. I have rated everything 5 star…my only suggestion is to turn the hot water temperature up as the shower lacked any pressure. Also only a small thing but there were a lot of scented diffusers in the house…I think we counted 9 in total.😂 As a hayfever sufferer we relocated them under the porch outside for the stay. To be honest the house didn’t need them as it was super clean & definitely not stinky. Thanks for the stay we absolutely loved our relaxing getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne m., NEWPORT

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity stay was so serene
Very lovely home with all the modern comfort and technology for our family of 4. Enjoyed the two lounge spaces to watch different movies on Netflix. The owner was easy to converse with and was great to go on a long walk in to the surrounding area and see the springs. Beds were comfortable and thoroughly enjoyed the ambience of the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Di D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax
Beautifully presented home in an ideal setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, cosy family stsy
A perfectly appointed family stay, lovely bush location, wild life, thoughtful and considerate touches. A cosy, warm home, with the added attraction of an open fire. Had a bushwalk along the river near the property. Great kids resources, play area. Lovely outdoor eating, relaxing spaces too. Loved everything about our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

shelley t.

Liked: Cleanliness
best most comfortable place
this house was just perfect for friends and family to stay everything we needed was in the house as it was 7 women having two toilets was an absolute bonus Would recommended this house highly to anyone that wants the perfect place to stay absolutely loved it would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sanja M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The stay was great, thank you for having us. We enjoyed our time. The main living room was a great entertaining area for our group of friends to catch up over food, or lounge on the couch watching Netflix in front of the huge flatscreen. It was also beautiful waking up to the gorgeous view overlooking the bush.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 18, 2023
Thank you for your review. Great to know you enjoyed your stay. I hope you will visit us soon.

10/10 Excellent

Claire W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Serenity
We had an amazing stay at Serenity and loved getting to see kangaroos, kookaburras, possums and an echidna on the property!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Merike M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, tranquil bush setting. Child and pet friendly house and environment.
The experience was very good. Would visit again. The kids gave it 10 out of 10!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity +++
Wonderful house, excellent location, we had a lovely time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Belinda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
True Serenity
Location was close to town yet felt so remote and truly peaceful. Plenty of space for kids to roam.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
I took my client here for respite and we loved every minute of it, from an access perspective the stairs were a little tricky but overall the layout of the house was great, everything was clean and tidy, the kitchen had a great selection of pots and pans to cook with. I inadvertently left a rubbish bag on the front porch upon my departure and the animals got into it so please don't forget to throw your rubbish away! the message regarding this was relayed to me in a really nice way too. overall it was a great stay and I will defiantly be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jo L., Highett

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming,super clean and private get away
We could not of asked for a better weekend escape. This house is one of many we have stayed in Daylesford over the years and this one is real a gem.The house was super clean and beautifully styled especially the bedrooms. The bathroom vanity needs to be swapped with the power room vanity to complete this lovely home. The only disappointment was that we had the wood fire going all weekend because it was really cold and for the ambience but we ran out of wood on the last night. All easy fixes for one of the best cottage stays in Daylesford. We will definitely be back and thank you so much Marios for the late check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem!
Clean, neat & spacious home nestled in bushland, just a short drive to the main town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Meg H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay
Propery was clean and comfortable with views over bushland
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Enjoyable Stay.
Love the area, surrounded by the bush, close to Daylesford for great shopping and all the restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Despina P.

Weekend getaway
Kids enjoyed the area and bush walks
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cherie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views, great location and beautiful place
Have everything needed for a relaxing few days away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 11, 2021
Hi Cherrie

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful bush setting
Perfect quiet bush setting that ideally suited our family 60th birthday family gathering
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Cj R.

Good home, winning location
Serenity is a good standard of holiday house. Families will appreciate the two living spaces at opposite ends of the home. The winning feature of the property is its private and quiet location. The laundry renovation is unfinished.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity by name, serenity by nature
Great property - very clean and welcoming. Had a relaxing time in the bush setting but close enough to town to walk in. Will be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 30, 2020
Thank you for staying. You are welcome anytime.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Time out at Serenity
Loved our time at Serenity, hosts are helpful, house is perfect for us with the grand parents. Beds are comfortable, heating is great and two living areas is fabulous. Had some trouble with the stove heating up but got there in the end. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Please allow location
Please allow location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Macy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully decorated home in an amazing location
Marios has been wonderful to deal with. Very prompt in communicating and all very well organised. Home was beautiful, clean and in a beautiful secluded location. With all the amenities you will need for a fabulous stay! Definitely recommend it!

10/10 Excellent

Tash R., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need & more
Thank you so much Marios, your home has been wonderful my family and I had an amazing time, the house is equipped with absolutely everything even toys for the kids, separate sitting areas for the whole family to enjoy with wifi and Netflix which was great at night as we sat in the end family room with the large couch as well as plenty of other seating & had a movie night after a day out at Jubilee lake which is close by like everything else you need to enjoy a weekend away in Daylesford, even the kids have said they loved the house especially with the forrest as their front garden to explore, thank you Marios communication has been so easy from the time of booking till checkout & thanks again for meeting our request & requirements, Cheers Tash

10/10 Excellent

Steve E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house
Second year in a row we've stayed at this propertyand we love it! Last year we only stayed for 2 nights this time it was 4. Really wanted to explore Daylesford more and we did. Hopefully back next January. Cheers
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gerard B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic family holiday home
Beautifully presented home with amazing bush surrounds for hikes and family activities. Thanks Marios!!! We loved it

8/10 Good

Xene M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bush retreat
Fantastic location couldn’t wish for more
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful bush location
Lovely location and very clean and nicely presented
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Roberta S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Beautiful bush setting and ambience. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Sharon Y.

Great location on the edge of the Wombat State Forest. Very peaceful and quiet.
Great location, extremely comfortable beds, loved the Ned Kelly Fire, quick Wi-Fi and Netflix which was great for the kids. Loved that this house was dog friendly and fenced securely. We'll be back!!

10/10 Excellent

Liza W., Doncaster East, Victoria, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was lovely! We had everything we needed for a wonderful stay.
Thank you Marios ! We had a wonderful time! We had everything we needed and more. And the location was so peaceful and beautiful. We hope to stay at your lovely home again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2020
Hi Liza Thank you for your kind comments. I am glad you enjoyed your stay. Welcome back anytime. Marios

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded and close to town
Great property, great communication with all amenities and close to town. It was winter so it was great to chill in front of the fire. Place was clean and well set up. Thanks for the wine! Certainly will be back, Cheers Chris
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gabby E., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location
I stayed here with my partner, two daughters and my mother. The house is lovely, very clean, and just as the photos show. The kitchen is modern and is the best equiped I have stayed in. We stayed in July so it was pretty cold, but we were very comfortable thanks to reverse cycle air con in both living areas, plus a wood stove (and a good supply of wood) in the second living room and a very effective gas heater in the main living area. The living areas were lovely and very comfortable with plenty of room for everybody. Bedrooms are nicely decorated with super comfy beds and electric blankets. The owner Marios is quick to reply to any queries and made us feel very welcome via email contact. The absolute star of the property is its location. Private and set on the edge of the beautiful Wombat National Park, there are magnificent views from both living rooms and the two main bedrooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Esquina D., Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity indeed!
We were delighted with our recent stay. The property location is 2nd to none with wild wallabies and singing kookaburras at your door step but still within an easy drive to the township. The house is very well appointed with all the necessities to make for a comfortable stay. The heating options and fireplace meant we were cosy and warm despite the cold wintery days. We loved being able to bring our dog with us and she loved it too. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

JENNIE C., Oakleigh Victoria Australia

Fantastic & relaxing
An absolute beautiful place , very relaxing and very enjoyable. Everything you could ask for, a fantastic kitchen with everything in it, the only negative would be not enough fire wood for the open fire on the chilly nights. Our two dogs enjoyed the open space to just run! Overall very nice place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Sue I.

Clean, inviting and spacious.
We were very impressed when we pulled up and even more impressed when we opened the front door. We wanted for nothing. 7 people had more than enough room. Air con and wood fire made our stay very cosy. Beds very comfortable. House is very roomy in a quiet neighborhood. Thanks to the hosts for terrific stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Bush setting but all the luxury
This was our second stay at this property and it didn't let us down! Having previously stayed in winter with the heating and fireplace cranked up, this time our requirements were different as we arrived at the property in 35-40 degree weather. The property managed beautifully with air con at either end. And over night, 3'out of 4 nights temperatures dropped enough that the ac went off and the quilt went on! Beautifully presented property, everything is in great condition. The property is at the end of the road and the walking tracks that follow are fabulous. We saw kangaroos daily hopping by in the mornings, lots of bird life and an echidna out front. Thank you for a beautiful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peta B.

Loved our stay at Serenity
Had a great 4 nights here over New Year. 2 living areas was a huge bonus, it is a neat and tidy property. Fantastic location, close to everything we needed. Decks overlooking the bush were well utilised, and we had a family of kangaroos visit us daily. Would definitely stay here again.Thanks Marios for sharing your property with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Steve E.

Brilliant house...loved it!!
Wow! What a house...we've stay at a few holiday homes and this is the best by far! Space for everyone, beautiful surroundings and peaceful. Everything was neat and tidy and we had everything available for us. Great communications with the owner...was always available. Having the second lounge room was great for the kids...we took the playstation...set it up for the evening and we didn't see them until bedtime which gave my wife and me some alone time :-) Highly recommend! Thanks for everything...will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Danika D., Australia

Great family holiday house
Positives: Great family location. Easy 20 min walk to town. Bush walks close by to town lake and creeks. Bird sounds right outside lovely as very quiet street. Lovely house great kitchen with open dining and big table Very comfortable beds with lots of clean linen Negatives: Needs more than one bathroom/toilet for a large house with this many bedrooms Needs more toilet paper, laundry soap, tea towels Stove needs replacing to rise to the same standard as the rest of the house Wooden blinds are heavy and cords long and dangerous for young children to be around. These are bound to break soon.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2020
Hi Danika, Thank you for your review. I appreciate your feedback. I am glad you enjoyed the house and its surroundings, those are the main attributes of our property. Honestly, I am a bit surprised to receive relatively poor rating as based on our interactions I thought you were truly satisfied with your stay. We assume the reasons for lower ratings were due to listed negatives and we are fine with that. The toiletries and supplies are complimentary and we provide appropriate quantity based on usage from previous stays, however we do acknowledge some guests may have greater needs. We are a holiday house and supplies are not replenished throughout the stay as you would expect from a hotel service. On the other hand I trust you enjoyed the extra linen provided and hope it added to comfort of your stay. Again thank you for visiting us. Kind Regards, Marios

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline J.

Great house. Very spacious and lots of natural lighting.
We had a fantastic stay. The house was clean, modern, spacious and had lots of natural lighting. We enjoyed utilising both the front and back outdoor areas. Great location- close to town, but secluded enough to feel like you had your own private space in the bush. The extra blankets in the house were very much appreciated when it cooled down at night. Only criticism would be that there were no tissues in the house and we ran out of toilet paper on the last night. But overall, a very enjoyable stay and we will be recommending friends to stay here. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Rieke C.

Beautiful setting, very comfortable and great for families
We really enjoyed our stay. We arrived on a chilly late afternoon and the wood burner in the family room was already going ready for our arrival. It was greatly appreciated. Comfortable and modern house with everything you could need for a family trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Rita G.

So relaxing and quiet
We spent a lovely father's day weekend at Serenity! Very comfortable house and we loved having a fire place. Plenty of room and the best part was bringing our four legged friend as he is part of the family. Thank you marios! You were always quick to respond to our messages.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2020
Hi Rita, Thank you for your review. I have noticed you have marked us 4 stars. Thank you. Our aim is to maintain 5 star experience for our guests and so far we have been achieving good results across AirBnb and Stayz visitors. To maintain that level we would appreciate if you could help us to understand what did not satisfy your expectations and what we could do better to make your stay 5 star experience. Again, thank you for your stay at Serenity. Kind Regards Marios

8/10 Good

alexandra kontostergios k.

Beautiful and comfortable and views spectacular
Our stay was great even though no electricity (no fault of owner) had everything we needed although l would leave more fire wood for us to use in case of no electricity. We would recommend it if u want to be away from everything but close enough to drive. Beautiful decor and Marios was great . Well worth it’s money even though no electricity and hot water (electric water system) it was good to get to the basics and use our imagination on our girls time out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

David O.

Fantastic venue to relax and enjoy Daylesford
We spent the long weekend there with 4 adults, 3 kids and a dog. There was room for all, plenty of entertainment for the kids with games, books, movies and a Play set. Couple this with the beautiful woods to explore on long walks and the pretty town of Daylesford a short drive away, it was an all round great experience. The only draw back is the fry pans could do with an upgrade. Overall, it was very well appointed, and was a great setting for the break we needed. Will be back. Thanks serenity. Dave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2020
Hi David, Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate it. just wanted to let you know we have made several upgrades to property, including new fry pens for kitchen. If you were planning to visit us again, you will be pleasantly surprised. Thanks again for your stay at Serenity. Kind Regards Marios

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Beautiful house with lovely bush views!
This was such a lovely place to stay for our girls weekend! It was so lovely to arrive to the fire going and a beautiful house with everything we needed for a relaxing and comfortable stay! We loved the beautiful bush views! Would definitely recommend this to everyone and would love to come back again some time with my dog😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

Cosy, comfortable and tranquil
Our family had a lovely time at Serenity. The house was very clean, beautifully set out and furnished. The kitchen was well equipped, beds very comfy, and the extra touches added for our comfort were lovely. We enjoyed sitting outside taking in the serenity, and our Labrador loved his many walks amongst the forest. Thank you Marios we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018