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Tuki Retreat

3.5 star property
Lakefront bed & breakfast with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, al fresco dining
Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets, pillow-top beds
36-inch plasma TV with digital channels, TV, streaming services
Property grounds
36-inch plasma TV with digital channels, TV, streaming services

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets, pillow-top beds

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Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Economy Cabin

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Cottage

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Classic Cottage

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
60 Stoney Rises Rd, Smeaton, VIC, 3364

What's nearby

  • Tuki Trout Farm - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lake Daylesford - 28 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre - 28 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Convent Gallery - 29 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa - 33 min drive - 33.4 km

Getting around

  • Daylesford Station - 30 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tuki Trout Farm - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Black Duck Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tuki Retreat - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Tuki Retreat

Bed & breakfast by the lake
You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden at Tuki Retreat. The on-site local cuisine family restaurant, Tuki Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. Enjoy on-site activities, such as hiking/biking and fishing. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), motorhome/coach/lorry parking and coffee/tea in reception
  • Meeting rooms, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 36-inch plasma TVs with streaming services and premium channels
  • Private gardens, separate sitting areas and kitchenettes

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 9 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 35 for adults and AUD 17 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Tuki Restaurant

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Living room
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch plasma TV with premium digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately AUD 35 for adults and from AUD 17 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Tuki Retreat
Tuki Retreat B&B
Tuki Retreat B&B Smeaton
Tuki Retreat Smeaton
Tuki Retreat Smeaton
Tuki Retreat Bed & breakfast
Tuki Retreat Bed & breakfast Smeaton

Frequently asked questions

Is Tuki Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tuki Retreat?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tuki Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Tuki Retreat?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Tuki Retreat located?

Situated on a lake, this bed & breakfast is steps from Tuki Trout Farm and within 9 mi (15 km) of Anderson's Mill and Bullarook Creek Streamside Reserve. Captains Creek Organic Wines and Creswick-Broomfield Rail Line Nature Conservation Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Tuki Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pritpal

Beautiful trout farm for fishing fans. Also very quiet. Beautiful views everywhere. Awesome sunset too!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck

Great location, beautiful scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

the cottage was nice and clean, beautiful..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg

We have just returned from an amazing three nights at Tuki. It was hands down the most relaxing weekend away we've ever had, even though we did a lot around the area. The spa bath was very welcome after we returned from a 50km bike ride on the Ballarat Rail Trail, the spring water at Tuki does wonders for overworked muscles. Robert and Jan were so helpful and friendly, it was an absolute pleasure to be so welcome on their farm. Spending time amongst the animals on a working farm was great, so good to look out the window and see horses and sheep just over the other side of the dam. Breakfast in the restaurant was delicious, and the coffees that went with it were fantastic. Next time we visit Tuki we will definitely spend more time on the property and really unwind. Plus get the chance to throw in a line and catch a trout for dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Had the most amazing and restful time at Tuki, where one can enjoy spontaneity and appreciate the uncomplicated beauty of nature. Rob and Jan are such great hosts who make us feel welcome and comfortable like back home. 🌞
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Very clean wonderful place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Great hidden gem
We had a wonderful stay at Tuki. The hosts are very nice and helpful. The restaurant there is great as well. 2 days were not enough. We were there with our dog and she loved it as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Nice room and Lovely people
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

We had an amazing time at Tuki. Bedrooms very spacious, living area small but that's to be expected from an original shearers cottage. Hosts were fantastic, as it was a working farm kids were fascinated with animals. The owners took lots of time out to chat with them and show how things worked on the farm. They gave horse rides and let them watch sheep shearing. The fishing was an great experience for us especially when our catch was cooked up and served to us in the restaurant. Kids want to go back every year!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

A warm and friendly farm stay experience with fabulous hosts, great food and a chance to wind down in the cottage and spa.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Uraya

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peto, Vic 3757

A peaceful time in comfortable facility
Beautiful place - wonderful hosts - cottages a little outdated
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

daniel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Potentially nice
After lighting fire room filled with smoke. Very helpful young guy came down to fix. No improvement. Not good for nine month when our eyes watering from smoke from blocked flue. Chimney sweep improved. Charged twice for room. Breakfast only started at nine not good for early getaway. No dinner in restaurant on Friday night. fishing not explained on check in.. Nice location
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Relaxation
Nice, quiet relaxing time
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

rachael feleppa, melb

Cosy country cottage
Best fireplace. Trout fishing is great idea to have and really enjoyed having them cook what you catch for dinner. Rob was also very friendly and helpful
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Paul, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Facilities: Good; Value: Affordable; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Tidy;
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

x, x

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No good
Pretty dirty room. Not really a lake. The people were nice and the breakfast provided was good so long as you're happy to wash up anything you're going to cook with or eat off first
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

James, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Facilities: Warm Cozy and Welcoming; Value: Great deal; Service: Very friendly; Cleanliness: Pleasant; A lovely countryside retreat. Family run establishment with great food and great service. Strongly recommended
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Lovely stay
Lovely cottage at Tuki with the feeling of seclusion. We had dinner delivered to our cottage the first night, which was fresh trout, caught at Tuki. It was delicious. Breakfast was provided in the cottage so you could prepare it at your leisure. It included bread, eggs, bacon, sausages and cereal, so plenty to choose from.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rhett

Facilities: Above average; Value: Affordable; Service: Professional; Cleanliness: Pristine;