Home to the largest concentration of mineral springs in Australia, time spent in the region is time spent returning your body to its natural state.
So slow down and restore the balance through a wide range of spa treatments and wellbeing therapies surrounded by immaculate gardens and tranquil forests.
A century of wellbeing
Your quest for rejuvenation and relaxation via the restorative waters in the twin spa towns of Hepburn Springs and Daylesford is part of a tradition dating back more than 100 years. The region boasts more than 140 natural mineral springs, and it was these as much as the prospect of easy riches that attracted the first wave of Swiss Italian migrants to the area.
Rich in magnesium, calcium and silica, among other minerals, the region’s springs are believed to cure all sorts of afflictions, from acne to arthritis. By the early 1800s, the locals were aware of these health benefits and lobbied the local council to halt sluicing for gold to protect the water. That lead to the creation of the Mineral Springs Reserve in 1865 and, in 1895, the Hepburn Bathhouse was built.
Restoring the balance
Enjoy a total body experience with wellness options complementing myriad spa treatments, from Daylesford to Hepburn Springs and Kyneton. Spa towns across the region are havens for holistic health and wellbeing, so you can indulge in more than 200 types of therapies and treatments, including massage, facials, mud baths, reiki, naturopathy, and even astrology.
For quintessential spa experiences, visit the iconic Hepburn Bathhouse, check in to the award-winning Salus Spa at the Lake House or the Mineral Spa at Peppers Springs Retreat. Try Ayurvedic spa therapies at Kyneton’s Maiaveda and treatments for mind, body and soul at Daylesford Massage Healing and Daylesford Day Spa.
The complete experience
Relaxation and rejuvenation can take its toll. Stay a while in Daylesford or Hepburn Springs and find boutique accommodation options offering fabulous local food and wine and in-house spa treatments. Check out the Lake House or Villa Parma at Peppers Springs Retreat, book in for a traditional Japanese inn experience at Shizuka Ryokan, or retire to one of the region’s smaller villages for a total escape.
Articles about health & wellness in the Daylesford Macedon Ranges
Wellness: Budget to Luxe
When it comes to pampering oneself, it doesn’t have to break the bank. From bathing in natural mineral water to a stress relieving reiki session, we have some fantastic wallet-friendly options. If money isn’t a concern, we have plenty of options too. From budget to luxe, we take a look at some of the best wellness experiences in the region.
A Splash Back In Time
We might be living in a country girt by sea, but the closest thing to the ocean out here in Central Victoria is the flake available at Kyneton’s fishmonger. And while we might lack in those terrific oceanic views, Central Victoria has an impressive array of outdoor pools and swimming holes, minus the crowds.
What To Do For Under $50
So, this inflation thing… is a thing. The increasing cost of living (and enjoying your life) means that many of us are having to live more frugally. So, while we’d love to stay in five-star accommodation and dine at two-hatted restaurants, many of us are searching for more affordable options when we travel. Here’s a collection of fantastic activities that won’t cost a bomb.
A Good Old Sunday Road Trip
Order a picnic, throw a rug in the back of the car, or book a late lunch in a beautiful country location eatery because we're going on a day trip.
What’s New
The cool winter air didn’t stop a flurry of activity in our region, with an exciting collection of businesses either newly opened or set to open soon. Here we take a look at what’s new around the region.
5 Hydrating Facials
Getting a facial is one of life’s guilty pleasures. Treating yourself to this ritual is especially important in the cooler months of the year, providing hydration and restoring moisture to your skin, giving you a natural and healthy glow.
A Tour Can Be The Cure
There is plenty to see and do in Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges. With more than 80% of the natural-occurring mineral springs in Australia concentrated here, wineries aplenty, distilleries, good food, history, art, horse riding and even the occasional ghost, there is plenty to explore and experience.
Our Top Picks – Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival
Autumn truly is one of the best times to visit the Macedon Ranges, as the leaves put on their annual display of stunning autumn colours. The aptly named Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival celebrates this, plus much more all-month long during April, across nine colourful, historic villages.
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