Catherine Stephens

2 Chefs Hats - Good Food Guide Australia's Wine List of the Year - Hall of Fame - Wine List of the Year Awards Australia's Best Regional Hotel - Gourmet Traveler Hotel Awards Australia's Best Food & Wine Property - Luxury Travel Gold List Awards Built and operated by the Wolf-Tasker family since 1984; a professional team of 120 set the benchmark for bespoke hospitality. Its here you’ll find the best of the best. Set amongst six acres of country gardens – a short stroll from the charming village of Daylesford, the hotel has 33 studios & suites, each individual in design & decor; with original artwork from resident artist Allan Wolf-Tasker. The restaurant is a drawcard for gourmet travelers from around the world and sits on the edge of lake Daylesford with beautiful terraces for afternoon drinks. The cellar holds 13,000 bottles. A team of wine professions see over selection and care for some of the best wines from around the world. The Spa at Lake House focuses on the healing nature of the region’s famous natural mineral water springs with the addition of high performance treatments from the premium Elemis spa range. There is also a tennis court, bikes, fishing rods, infinity pool, sauna, hot tub and access to the walking trails around lake Daylesford. The Argyle Library Bar is where guests can enjoy a selection of crafted cocktails and browse the Lake House Culinary Library collection. The Cooking School was launched in 2010 and now includes more than 25 events per year giving guests an opportunity to learn from some of Australia’s Best visiting chefs, producers, bakers, makers and brewers. Events at Lake House are tailor made for one of the many private dining spaces; The Cellar, The Waterfront Pavilion, The Lagoon Foreshore, The Terrace Room. Magical wedding celebrations, memorable corporate retreats, successful conferences are given the attention to detail and sensational standards of service that Lake House has become so well known for.