We are Number 1! Montacute Pavilion and Gardens is the top-rated Dayget property of 2020 as voted by guests.
July 2022. ‘Any architectural work that does not express serenity is an error’. (Luis Barragán). Serenity abounds at Montacute! What a wonderful place. B, P and A.
July 2022. David and Lisa what an amazing escape you have provided. I loved the bare trees and the gnarly branches. We are coming back in each season to fully appreciate the gardens. Upstairs is a dream. We did not leave the whole time we were here. Thank you and we will be back soon. K, K and N.
July 2022. Thank you David and Lisa for our wonderful term break holiday. Especially loved the upstairs wing and your enchanting gardens. The perfect escape to recharge and relax. And loved the reading nook. J, G, I and E.
July 2022 An amazing place to truly get away. Pictures are true and there are thoughtful extras throughout. The garden is as impressive as the accommodation and the large windows bring the outside in. Can’t wait to return in warmer weather although loved the bare, gnarled branches of the huge chestnut trees and the toasty gas fireplaces of winter. We needed for nothing and will return. Thank you. K.
June 2022 Thank you for providing such a wonderful place to relax and enjoy this region of Victoria. With the warm fires and solid construction it is a lovely, cosy place to spend some winter days. Loved waking up to the foggy mornings and watching your lovely garden emerge from the mist. Regards. J and M.
June 2022 Thank you so much for having us at your wonderful place. We had the most amazing time and cannot wait to visit again. S and B.
June 2022. What an amazing property you have really thought of everything to create a perfect winter hideaway! This was a 60th birthday gift for my mum and our first holiday since the lockdowns. She can’t stop talking about how wonderful your place is – absolutely made the trip. We will be back for sure! J and M.
June 2022. Thank you for a beautiful stay. This place was absolutely amazing and we can’t wait to visit again. K, M and A.
May 2022. A very interesting architectural indulgence with an impressive high level of finish. I especially enjoyed the many references you make via the diminutive Porta Pia, e.g. the ‘slipped’ keystones of the ‘Palazzo del Te’ and the triglyphs. (I liked your invocation of Panofsky’s ‘Idea’). The gardens are looking splendid in their autumn colours, especially the langorous lower branches of the aged chestnut nearest to the pavilion spread across a carpet of fallen leaves. The parterre hedges must keep someone very busy. G and A, B and R.
May 2022. Such an amazing property. The gardens are magnificent and we would love to return in the summer when we can sit outside. Returning home feeling very refreshed. Thank you. H, L and P.
May 2022. What was meant to be a romantic getaway for my fiancé and I ended up being a mother-daughter trip before my fiancé and I move overseas! We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect stay! The house itself is absolutely stunning and the gardens are something else entirely! I have already recommended Montacute Pavilion to our friends and will certainly make the trip back here again one day. Thank you again, G.
April 2022. What a delight Montacute Pavilion is! The whole project is a marvelous salute to art and whimsy. The gardens – absolutely magnificent – and the pavilion itself – lovingly detailed and aesthetic. This is luxury accommodation at its best. Congratulations to David and Lisa on their vision. All the best. R and V.
April 2022. What a wonderful stay. We have spent 4 days here as our honeymoon. This was everything I thought it would be. The gardens are special and so relaxing. We will be back for sure. Thank you David and Lisa. M and J.
April 2022. What an amazing property! The care and love put into home and gardens is phenomenal. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in such a fairy tale ‘esque setting. Thank you for taking us on a journey. Would definitely stay again soon. Thank you K and S.
March 2022. We have had the most amazing few days here on our mini moon. Don’t think we have been so relaxed ever !!! A coffee (or wine) in the sunshine on the upstairs couch was a fav! Loved every moment. C and L. On our favourite eateries.
–The Lakehouse, stunning and delicious. Truly special.
– Kabota -yum!
– Bistro Terroir – fantastic steak
– Winespeake for an afternoon wine
March 2022. Such a special place. From the sprawling grounds to the bottle of wine on arrival – Montacute was perfect.
March 2022. Thank you so much for having us at your lovely place. We enjoyed it very well. Love the surrounding flora. Such a beautiful relaxing place. Thank you. M.
March 2022. The house is beautiful and perfect for one or two couples, and although the upstairs bedroom is the far more grand of the two, the downstairs bedroom is excellent in its own way. The amazing gardens provide a spectacular view from the living rooms. Location very good and quiet. It’s a two minute drive back from town after dinner or a ten minute walk. The wine and chocolates were very much appreciated. Hope to stay again soon. P.
March 2022. We have again enjoyed this lovely setting (3rd time). Walking, swimming the lake, reading and just chilling out. Each time choosing a different season to enjoy the garden’s transformation. Going home to plant more trees for the future. At 71 I won’t see them mature but I’ll watch them grow while I’m here! W family.
February 2022. Thank you so much! What a beautiful magic you have created here for people to enjoy. Everything is so comfortable and joyous. J & K
February 2022. I am in complete awe of this magical place you have created which seems to transcend eras and countries. Exploring the gardens (and it really is like exploring!) made me feel like a child giddy with excitement, and a sense of adventure. We had no luck finding any chestnuts, but we saw a few beautiful birds, butterflies and a dragonfly. We were also visited by 2 adorable cats flopping around in the sunniest spots of the grass – something we should all do here! As many others before us have aid – we will be back! C and J.
February 2022. Celebrating my birthday here with my partner. I couldn’t believe this fairy tale castle existing. Thank you for providing such a stunning place to others, A and G.
February 2022. Amazing! These gardens provided the perfect setting for a long anticipated proposal to my now fiancée. Couldn’t have hoped for a more prefect way to spend Valentine’s Day. Such perfect memories were captured during our stay. Thank you do much! We will be back! K and K.
January 2022. What a beautiful place you have created and willing to share with others. My sister and I had an amazing time here. Relaxed and recharged. The gardens area highlight. We plan to be back hopefully for Christmas with mum. S and C.
January 2022. Had a lovely few days’ getaway in Daylesford. Beautiful gardens – thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We will be back. C and G.
January 2022. Thank you for providing this beautiful and quiet place to stay. The house and garden are both beautifully designed and we really enjoyed our stay. A and G.
Dec 2021 to Jan 2022. Dear Lisa and David, we had an absolutely wonderful stay at Montacute. The garden was an absolute highlight. Thank you for such a wonderful stay. Happy New Year! N, K and family.
December 2021. What a lovely place to spend a quiet and peaceful Christmas. So private and beautiful! So relaxing! C, J and R.
December 2021. What a perfect experience! We could have spent the whole time relaxing in your amazing, delightful quirky and restful house and garden. We will look at Montacute in Somerset in a different light. We will hopefully return. A, J and B.
December 2021. This is such a peaceful and relaxing place well-equipped and beautiful to look out of. Your description of the place is so well written. M, S, T. We have been friends for 55 years.
December 2021. This is a terrible way to explore Daylesford because it is such a lovely place to stay we never wanted to leave! Thanks for having us! J and L..
December 2021. My wife and I would like to thank you for such a beautiful and peaceful stay for our 1st wedding anniversary. We were absolutely in love with the way this hoe promotes relaxation and serenity, congratulations. B and J.
November 2021. Wow! What a perfect place to spend our ‘mini’ honeymoon. Montacute Pavilion was the most well thought-out little haven, where everything we needed was right at our fingertips. The weather allowed us to enjoy all this beautiful little home had to offer. From a cheese board in the gardens in the warm, to enjoying the fireplace inside watching the wind and rain through the windows, everything was just perfect. A few good nights sleep in the comfy bed was exactly what we needed after what was a few very stressful months. We will definitely recommend Montacute Pavilion and be returning again.
November 2021. What a lovely and unique little wonderland. I adore the thought and love that must have gone into the place. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and have already showed several of our friends and family photos of our stay. After such a long lockdown, this place was a spot of much needed travel therapy. Good luck in the months to come, and thanks for providing such a neat and memorable stay. All the best, S and C.
November 2021. After being ‘locked up’ for such a long time to arrive at your beautiful property was a sheer delight. The Pavilion and garden and structures have been created with love and respect and an obvious passion for history and creativity (I loved reading the notes). Every touch in the accommodation and attention to detail is wonderful – being owners of a holiday property ourselves we are very aware of how important that is. Thank you for the goodies – didn’t want for anything. We were almost grateful it was so cold – it enable us to stay in and enjoy the fire. Just need to add – after recently moving into the first new build we haven’t ‘built’ ourselves – the amount of power points is a credit to you – it’s the little things people don’t do!! Thanks again. R and L.
October 2021. The perfect stay and place. A slice of Heaven! Every detail has been thought of from the design of the accommodation to the gorgeous garden. The garden totally amazing, so many places to relax. The window seat facing the garden. Bliss!! Cannot forget to mention the amazing upstairs bath and shower. Looking forward to our return. S, M, K and R.
October 2021. A perfect few days for a midweek getaway one we will remember for the rest of our lives. Incredible home and gardens. We most definitely will be returning. Thank you so much for opening your unique BEAUTIFUL home to us. Many thanks, L and G.
October 2021. Thank you so much for sharing your incredible space with us. It was the perfect getaway and reset from home. The garden was an incredible place to reflect and wander about. It feels like a fantasy come true. All the little details that made this space magical did not go unnoticed and we love all the time and effort you have put into this space to make it a wonderland of escape. The bath was a beautiful space to relax and unwind with the view in the background of the country. Thank you very much, M and M.
October 2021. Thank you for a wonderful stay at short notice. We have had a relaxing, beautiful time. We’ve taken many photos of your gorgeous garden. The time and dedication to both the building and the grounds is much appreciated by us as guests. C and A.
September 2021. Thank you for accommodating us at such short notice. We enjoyed our stay and appreciated all the research and work you have obviously put into the Pavilion and garden. It’s absolutely beautiful, we are both avid gardeners and love the garden features and presentation of the lovely old trees that are such a feature of Daylesford. Thank you for your hospitality and warm welcome when entering Montacute. We hope we can return again one day. P and A.
August 2021. Thank you so much for having us at your amazing Montacute Pavilion. Wandering the paths in this beautiful garden, surprises around every corner. Watching the birds have a bath … so lovely and relaxing. Lockdown 6 arrived during our stay, but luck was with us to be locked down in such a magnificent place. We probably walked around the paths and garden a little more !! As lockdowns go, this was probably the nicest. We loved the house as much as the garden, everything you could possibly want and the amazing, wonderful bathroom upstairs! This is a fantastic place to get away to, relax, de-stress, eat great food and drink champagne. What more can you as for?
July 2021. We have thoroughly enjoyed our all-too-short stay in the gorgeous Montacute Pavilion. Everything about it exceeded our expectations and we’ll definitely be back again. The gardens are amazing, both day and night, and the attention to detail with all the luxuries is exceptional. We leave feeling completely relaxed and rejuvenated. We’re so glad we chose to visit Daylesford immediately after Lockdown No. 5 and be able to to stay in such a stunning place which is now our favourite oasis. Thank you, David and Lisa. A, H and B.
July 2021. We have keenly enjoyed the warmth and comfort of this striking edifice in its enviable garden, as we have looked out at the most abysmal weather we have experienced anywhere. The contrast between the inside and the outside has had us marvelling at our luck in finding this marvellous place. Congratulations on building it and making the garden. Z and D, Darwin.
June 2021. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at your beautiful property – it was a unique and luxurious escape from city life. The property has been so beautifully and thoughtfully designed and we loved exploring the immaculately mantained grounds. The welcome hamper and wine was a lovely touch – thank you! I especially enjoyed reading about the history of various design features and David’s rather humorous and delightfully honest notes on the property and Dayesford’s various offerings! We shall certainly recommend the property to friends and hope to stay agan! G, L and E.
June 2021. An amazing residence to relax away from the busy world, from the entrance, through the entire building the layout and furnishings are tastefully and thoughtfully arranged with the convenience and consideration of the guests paramount. The presentation folder explaining in detail the idea for the pavilion and its history was most welcome. Detailed descriptions of furnishings and furniture were enlightening. The layout and description of the gardens was most welcome and completed our knowledge. Of particular enjoyment as a Latin student were the Latin inscriptions. The mix of architectural styles blend together perfectly. So much thought put into developing such an amazing place. Thank you fot allowing us to enjoy such a place of peace and tranquillity. S and L, L and K. Adelaide.
June 2021. Thank you so much for having us, the property was truly breathtaking! We cannot wait to book in again. K, R, C and B.
May 2021. All we can say is wow! Thank you for making our stay so special, we felt like royalty staying in this amazing place. We’re sad to leave, but we will definitely be back again and hopefully be out in the garden more when it is not raining! Thank you again! M and S.
May 2021. Thank you so very much for the wonderful stay. We felt like we were staying in a fairytale. Everything was perfect and we had the most wonderful honeymoon! It is unfortunate we had to leave, but can assure you, we will be back for another stay! V and D.
March 2021. What Joy! What generosity with your time and knowledge for the tour of the garden. Thank you. We look forward to seeing the circus minimus on our next visit. J, J and E.
March 2021. Thank you for a wonderful stay, the gardens were amazing and the palace was an amazing place to relax. J and S.
March 2021. This is a beautiful house and most of all the garden is lovely. We had a great time and hope to come back one day. Thank you, A and S.
March 2021. Thank you for a magical, restorative escape! We had a fabulous time. Our highlights were the birds and garden. The amenities and thought that has gone into Montacute is unrivalled and spectacular. What a wonderful way to begin our honeymoon. Thank you again, J and T.
March 2021. Thank you for sharing this magical place with the rest of the world. The garden set the scene for our fairytale proposal. Looking forward to our return here in the winter to experience it all again. Thank you once again, M and I.
February 2021. Thank you for taking such amazing care of the property and allowing others to share in the beauty. Every detail has been thought through. We look forward to returning in winter where I can imagine the fire roaring and feeling so cozy! Thank you. E and M.
February 2021. Thank you so much for welcoming us at Montacute – a more magical place to spend our 10th wedding anniversary we could not have found. The home and the gardens are absolutely spectacular – we would stay a week just to explore and fully enjoy all this enchanted place has to offer. Thank you for creating such a magical experience. All the very best with your future plans for the gardens – we can’t wait to come back to see your visions come to life. R and M.
February 2021. We had a wonderful time in the house and garden. We truly felt relaxed and would love to come back. Thank you for creating such a beautiful place. Love, M, N and little S.
February 2021. Such a beautiful place. House and gardens are perfection. An enjoyable and relaxing stay. L, F and C.
January 2021. This is a perfect place to retreat, regroup, rejoice then re-emerge with an inner sense of renewal. Thank you so much for providing such a haven. S.
November 2020. We were here in early Spring with everything budding. It was so pleasant that we thought we would come back to see the massive transition to full bloom, quite lovely. A great way to remember my 69th year on this amazing planet! Lets all go home and plant more trees!! Thank you for creating this wonderful garden. H and S, plus C and L.
November 2020. Dear Lisa and David, Thank you for creating such a beautiful garden and a lovely house in this place so close to my address that I could have an unforgettable birthday with my family. I was amazed by all the details such as the blinds, lights, taps etc., out of which the blinds in the master ensuite are my favourite. Thank you again and we will surely refer your place to friends. G.
November 2020. Dear Lisa and David, the work and thought you have put into Montacute is truly astounding. What an absolutely magical and perfect place to relax and inspire the creative imagination. Thank you so much for offering up one of the most beautiful properties in the country. A.
October 2020. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your magical Montacute Pavilion. The property even exceeded our expectations. The pavilion was absolutely delightful and the gardens and trees spectacular. We will definitely be back again. Regards S, R and M. PS. Thank you for the history of Montacute and the detailed description of the garden and trees. As an avid gardener I was fascinated!
October 2020. Thank you for having us at your spectacular creation, Montacute. We have had a wonderful time here. So much to look at and enjoy. Such beautiful design. Thanks again, M and N.
June 2020. Thanks for sharing this incredible space. We celebrated a 50th birthday here this weekend and it was magical and we will carry great memories of it forever. The A family.
June 2020. Dear Lisa and David, In strange times, after more than two months in lockdown, we arrived at Montacute. What a great place, lovely interior and the surroundings are just impressive. We truly enjoyed every second, from brekkie in the morning to the afternoon tea on the verandah (… a little chilly though) … and the evenings outside. Thanks for everything; as Melbourne is not too far away we will for sure come back. Warm regards M and J.
March 2020. We came to celebrate our first wedding anniversary and it was an AMAZING weekend. It truly does not get better than this … That bathroom! The garden! 10 out of 10, we will be back. Thank you so much. J, B and J.
March 2020. Thank you for an amazing stay at this wonderful place. S and L.
March 2020. Thank you for another wonderful stay. J and S.
February 2020. An utterly magical place to celebrate my beautiful granddaughter’s 18th birthday. The look of sheer delight when she opened the gate to this fairyland was priceless and was only surpassed when she went from room to room admiring the thoughtful appointments. Nothing has been forgotten to ensure a memorable stay and the gardens are simply gorgeous. We have travelled to see over 50 countries and have stayed in many different places, including castles and have never experienced a more perfect setting. Congratulations – we’ll be back. The G family.
February 2020. This is our second time at Montacute and we are so pleased to have come back. It is such a relaxing, magical place, and we were able to completely “switch off” for a weekend and indulge in this beautiful house and town. This will be our “go to” place for many years to come. B and M.
February 2020. Dear Lisa and David. Wow! You have really created something magical here. Thank you for sharing your home with us. What an experience! Love from E and P.
February 2020. Dearest David and Lisa. Our second stay here and this time was even more wonderful than the first. You have thought of absolutely everything that could make a visit special but, more than that, it is so wonderful to stay inside the creation of your minds, gardens and pavilion. We will be back again and again. J and P.
January 2020. David & Lisa. Wow! What an amazing retreat you have created here – so much love and hard work has gone into Montacute and the garden. It’s an absolute delight and such a treat to stay here – we only left once in 3 days! Breakfasts and movies in bed with birds sweeping in the treetops, lunch and dinner in the garden with the cockatoos calling, walking the grounds soaking in the beauty and detail of the garden and house. I think it is the most amazing place we’ve stayed in! Stunning Stunning Stunning! Thank you for you love and care and amazing creation WE LOVE IT! And we’ll be back. I and Y.
January 2020. Such an amazing atmosphere. We had an amazing weekend away. We definitely will be coming back. Thank you so much, your guests, J and S.
January 2020. Dear David and Lisa. This is a dream house. We will definitely be coming back in the winter. I love the Netflix, we went to a very nice restaurant. O (aged 10)
November 2019. Dear David and Lisa. Thank you for giving us a touch of our European dream life. The rich, tranquil gardens and pure luxury of the pavilion are absolutely perfect. We loved out time here and we shall be back with friends. 5 stars. F and P
November 2019. Dearest David and Lisa. Thank you for a wonderful stay. The villa and gardens are beautiful and well maintained. I especially love the view from the master bedroom. Our wedding celebration would not be as perfect as it was without the beautiful photos and two-night stay at Montacute. Wishing the both of you happiness and good health for a lifetime. Love, S and C.
November 2019. Once again thank you for sharing your magical property. The garden, the home, the birds, the peace. Magnificent. Hopefully see you again. Kindest regards. D and S.
November 2019. Daylesford put on a dramatic display of rain, wind, thunder and lightning … no more wonderful a place to watch the clouds than in front of the fire at Montacute! The total ambience of Montacute immediately transformed you into a mindset of calm and tranquillity! Well done. We will be back, with friends, to take advantage of the garden …. Thanks. K and S.
6 October 2019. Dear David and Lisa, Your house is full of good energy! This was a family weekend and we thoroughly enjoyed spending quality time at your house. Our only negative comment if we may … Is our departure! We look forward to visiting again. C, C, C and T.
October 2019. This was certainly the climax to our stay in Victoria. What a way to end a holiday! A surprise destination for my daughters; it was very satisfying to see them squealing like young girls when they arrived. “OMG Mum! This is beautiful. It’s like something from Alice in Wonderland!” (They are both in their 30’s.) This is certainly a surreal residence. Being a Queenslander I drooled over all the plants I can’t grow in Brisbane. Loved the swathe of daffodils. The accommodation is 5 star. Wonderful touches to detail in every room. Thank you for giving us such a memorable holiday. C, C and S.
September 2019. Thank you for having us. Our boys loved the wonderful garden! What a beautiful place. Thank you for having us. K, N + boys (Melbourne)
September 2019. We had a delightful time relaxing in your extraordinary place! The attention to detail and little luxuries was so great – we will come back – we want to see your lovely garden in summer and autumn too. Thanks S and M.
September 2019. This unique property really does think of everything you could need for a long weekend or extended stay. The attention to detail by the owners is so greatly appreciated and we would love to go back and experience the place in all the seasons (but the daffodils look spectacular at the moment). M.
September 2019. Six years ago today we were in the UK on one of our long road trips visiting stately homes and galleries, gardens etc. and we went to Montacute House in Somerset, a National Trust property, the inspiration for Montacute Pavilion. Relooking at the photos we took it was clearly a fabulous Elizabethan house and wonderful garden. (We are now looking at monkey puzzle trees for home!) Its all wonderful – garden and the Pavilion and everything in the accommodation is top class and comfortable. The bottle of red and the hamper a very nice touch. D and P. (Adelaide).
September 2019. Thank you for a beautiful setting to my break before baby. Montacute is stunning. The gardens are divine and we couldn’t have asked for more. We will definitely be back! G and N.
August 2019. Thank you!!! Montacute is truly a piece of heaven on earth. It’s one treasure. Loved each and every bit of this lovely place. Hats off to the minute attention to details. Visited this lovely place to celebrate our anniversary with our little girl. Have enjoyed every minute of our stay. Wish time could stop here and we would not have to leave this treasure and return back to our busy life again. Definitely looking forward to visit again. Best wishes. A and A.
August 2019. Thank you so much for our stay at Montacute Pavilion. Both building and garden embody extraordinary vision, molta fantasia, and rigorous historical knowledge into a unique and most wonderful aesthetic experience. You have created a masterpiece that is also molto accogliente. M and G. Dunedin and Christchurch, New Zealand.
August 2019. Wow! What a beautiful place to spend a relaxing time in! It was very cold when we arrived and we walked into a very warm and inviting home away from home. Sad to leave, thank you for making out time memorable. So gorgeous here … thank you. R and M.
August 2019. We had seen and admired Montacute from afar on our last stay in Daylesford, so imagine my excitement when my wife surprised me for my birthday with a weekend away at Montacute. A wonderfully warm and inviting pavilion with beautiful gardens, even in the heart of winter. You have created a beautiful place. Thank you. M and B.
July 2019. The beautiful private garden is fabulous for my photos. Loved it so much! Y.
July 2019. Wonderful stay at Montacute! Warmful winter escape. Joyful garden and sunshine. Clean and nice room with modern design details. Excellent anniversary memory stay.
July 2019. We had such a beautiful and relaxing stay here! So happy we found this place. Thank you for allowing us to stay at this amazing little place. I’ve written place too many times but it really is a nice place! Place out. K and D.
June 2019. Absolutely perfect from arrival, you won’t want to leave the house and gardens. D
June 2019. The perfect way to spend our 3rd wedding anniversary. The house and garden are so beautiful that whenever we left all we wanted to do was come back! You truly have created something magical, we cannot wait to come back. R and D.
June 2019. Thank you so much for creating such a beautiful place to stay. You have thought of everything. We love your sense of style, surprising at every turn. The pavilion is wonderful, thank you for sharing the story and yesterday, in the bright sunlight, the gold was lit and such a spectacle! Many thanks, K and B.
June 2019. Absolutely stunning property and gardens. Pictures don’t do it justice! R.
June 2019. Thank you so much for creating such a beautiful place to stay. You have thought of everything. We love your sense of style, surprising at every turn. The pavilion is wonderful, thank you for sharing the story and yesterday, in the bright sunlight, the gold was lit and such a spectacle! Many thanks, K and B.
June 2019. What a lovely experience. We particularly enjoyed the garden and watching the various birds enjoy the bird bath. The fires were also magic on the cold nights. B.
May 2019. Gorgeous palace in the setting of a serene garden. One has a dilemma whether one should go out into the town and surroundings to enjoy or just stay put in the Montacute pavilion and enjoy it more! Very nice in-house facilities! As one wakes up early morning lying in the first floor bed, it is a sight to behold! The welcome wine – Passing Clouds is rich. Enjoyed thoroughly and hope to return.
May 2019. Wow! This house is gorgeous, we loved the gardens, birds, all the modcons. Our children loved playing hide and seek and treasure hunts in the garden. We’ve travelled and stayed in many holiday homes, but Montacute has to be No. 1!! We’ll definitely be back to stay here again. Just perfect! Married @ the Convent. M and S.
May 2019. Our time here has been such a pleasure. We have delighted in everything – the garden, the birds, the peace and quiet and above all, the comfort and luxury appointments at every turn. We hope to return in another season to relax once again here at Montacute Pavilion. D and D. P.S. we loved the chestnut trees!
May 2019. The home was an absolute delight from the moment we entered the property. The high end finishing, heated ensuite flooring, beautifully maintained gardens, I could go on about everything at this property because it was one of the best homes we stayed at. Our children loved running around the garden mazes. We’ll definitely stay here again. M.
May 2019. We loved everything about Montacute Pavilion!! Such fun playing hide and seek in the stunning garden! We have voted and all agree that this is the best place that we have ever stayed!! Thank you so much. S and J, and W and S.
April 2019. **BOOK THIS ACCOM FOR PHOTOS FOR WEDDING DAY PREPARATIONS!! WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED** We booked this accommodation for our mini honeymoon for the night of our wedding. Our only regret is we didn’t stay here before the wedding so we could take full advantage of the garden for photos. This accommodation will take you into another world as soon as you drive (or walk) into the private gardens which surround the house. There was so much attention to detail in the garden you know its being loved and cared for every day. Walking through the gardens you discover little secret hideaways to read and enjoy the beauty surrounding you. The attention to detail is carried on throughout the house, which is a two storey, two bedroom (with separate ensuites) and lounge/kitchen area downstairs. There is beautiful art in every room (including the toilet). It was in pristine condition and not a speck of dust to be seen. The upstairs area is clearly fitted-out for a newly wedded couple, complete with its own fireplace and rug, nooks overlooking the gardens and stunning bathroom which has a stand alone bath and a gorgeous shower. The little extras included were the final touch to this accommodation which sets it apart. The house is fitted with electronic blinds, free coffee pods, high quality bathroom soaps AND the hamper provided. (I won’t spoil the surprise). To put it simply, I have already been told we will be having our first wedding anniversary here, which says it all. M.
April, 2019. A wonderfully appointed property that leaves nothing to be desired. The many thoughtful touches of the owners made our stay very relaxing and comfortable. Do not hesitate to book, you will not regret it! L and T.
April 2019. Thank you for sharing this wonderful house with us. The garden was such a hit with the kids, especially after the Easter bunny visited. We’ll definitely be back. Al the best, A, Q, R and E.
April 2019. Can I live here please?!! So beautiful and with the added pleasure of a panoply of exotic birds. Heaven! Thank you so much. M. (York, U.K.)
April 2019. Thank you so much, we have had a wonderful time these past few days. We love the property and will definitely be back! All the small touches make the world of difference and are grealy appreciated. All the best, L and T.
March 2019. We love your whimsy David! Thank you for sharing your creation with us!
February 2019. Everything was thought of. Visually spectacular and extremely comfortable.
February 2019. This is our second visit. Once again we have had a lovely time celebrating M’s ‘25’. Great to see how the garden has changed as we were here in winter previously.
January 2019. Montacute is an absolute diamond. The thought that has gone into the design of the house and gardens is unbelievable and nothing has been missed. The standard of this accommodation far exceeded my expectations and is one of the best places I’ve ever stayed. It’s quirky with amazing style and character. The gardens are a fantastic place to relax with so many places to sit and take on the different views.
January, 2019. Wow! Amazing property! Didn’t leave the property much to wander around- loved it that much. Thank you for the little touches of lux! Great place to watch the world go by.
January 2019. Thank you for having us, we absolutely found peaceful settings and quiet that we needed. The gardens are just beautiful and we enjoyed the delicious mulberries!
December 2018. Another wonderful stay at the perfect ‘little home’. Kids have thoroughly enjoyed the garden and the hospitality was excellent, as always. J, C, E, L and T.
November 2018. Amazing, would definitely return. The pictures don’t do this place justice. High end fit out, great internet, comfy beds, amazing bathroom, great views of the garden. The gardens were fantastic.
November 2018. We have thoroughly enjoyed your eclectic home. Full of one-of-a-kind architecture and modern trends. You have stunning and beautiful gardens that are very well maintained.
October 2018. Thank you for creating a special place in Daylesford. The gardens are gorgeous and relaxing, and the views from the pavilion into the gardens is magical. My partner was blows away by this treat for his 75th birthday. D and R (Sydney) and C (Melbourne)
October 2018. Hands down one of the most unique and opulent places we have ever stayed! It was a joy discovering the house and garden. I could live in the master bedroom (:. Beautifully appointed and fantastic amenities; we had a wonderful time — high point of our honeymoon. L and J.
September 2018. Exceptional. We didn’t find anything we didn’t like. Beds were so comfy and roomy, attention to detail about the place was second to none. Loved the garden, a lot of which is very unusual. And the heated floor in the en-suite main was a welcome plus as it freezing this particular weekend. Definitely worth another stay
September 2018. What a wonderful and quirky place you have created! The gardens are just lovely and I really enjoyed reading the history of how this pavilion came to fruition. Thank you. G and L.
September 2018. Such a beautiful and romantic spot. Such attention to detail, with all the delights we could ask for! Thank you! B and T, and F.
September 2018. This is our dream house. We loved it we’re going to come back aigen soon. (young visitors.)
September 2018. This has been a wonderfully relaxing and therapeutic holiday in such a picturesque accommodation. Thank you for the opportunity to experience pure bliss!
September 2018. There have been many wondrous words to describe your unique getaway, but one that has not been used is … fan-dabby dozy!
September 2018. A lovely place to spend a ‘long weekend’ for us on our 30th wedding anniversary. This ‘pavilion’ has all that you need for a relax and just sitting around looking out the windows to the interesting garden.
August 2018. Montacute Pavillion and Gardens is an amazingly beautiful and special place where you are treated by beautiful design and little extra touches of luxury that include a local produce hamper. Perfect for a romantic getaway. We loved our stay here and hope to return soon.
August 2018. I am in the process of finishing ‘The Architecture of Happiness’ and I think this wonderful Pavilion and gardens perfectly articulates the point. My husband and I, celebrating our 12th wedding anniversary, have absolutely enjoyed the house and the garden views. We’re contemplating a return trip in autumn and spring to see those incredible trees in different seasons.
July 2018, An absolute delight to stay at this wonderful place for our babymoon. We have had a fabulous time watching the garden on a drizzly weekend and great chats with our loved ones. Thank you for sharing this experience with well facilitated furnishings and facilities available.
July 2018. My wife and I love the house. Everything is clean and well furnished. We especially love the attention to detail in the design of the house and the gardens. The heating facilities and fireplace was a hit with my wife especially the daybed by the bay window overlooking the garden. I like the abundance of power points, USB charging points and the remote powered shades. We love the large windows and views and had a lovely view of the lunar eclipse on Saturday. We hope to return another time during spring or autumn, when we could spend more time in the garden. The provision of milk, coffee, muesli, wine and snacks is a lovely touch.
July 2018. Thank you for having created such a beautiful home. From the moment we drove up the street Montacute stood as a magnificent unique structure amongst suburban homes. However, inside it is more than a structure, it is a home. All modern conveniences included and the quality of all the essentials is top class. The bedding, towels, toiletries and other items are of the quality of a 5 star hotel. We were here for my husband’s 50th birthday weekend and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The gardens are spectacular. It is obvious there has been a lot of thought and love put into this home. Thank you for sharing it. I want to come back in Spring and Summer to experience the gardens!
July 2018. It is truly an Oasis. This is day 1 of 3 and by far the best property I have stayed in. And we have travelled in Europe and a lot in Australia. Will come back in Summer, look forward to it.
July 2018. Thank you for providing such a peaceful, comfortable and warm place for us to rest and enjoy. We have really enjoyed our stat here. Hope to stay here again another time.
July 2018. Very sad to be leaving this tranquil, gorgeous home. So comfortable, so relaxing. The most luxurious bedroom – and bathroom – we’ve ever seen. Kept warm in these wintry evenings by your beautiful fires. Perfect coffee. Could go on. Thanks so much, we’ll definitely be back.
July 2018. Beautiful, love the garden. Look forward to coming again to see it in Spring/Summer. We have enjoyed our mother-daughter time. Great place to sit by the fire, talk and have time to catch up. P.S. Loved the coffee machine!
July 2018. Absolutely beautiful property and lovely gardens. we also got a cute welcome hamper that had some local wine and snacks. mum and I will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend this property.
July 2018 Whimsical, quirky and a refined attention to detail. What’s not to love?
May 2018. Absolutely divine! What a beautiful place. Totally relaxing and clearly put together with love. The stunning garden made us feel we were in Arcadia.
April 2018. Great stay in Daylesford, lots of walking, eating and shopping. Montacute was very relaxing. Lovely garden, very comfy bed, we enjoyed sitting in the garden. Perfect stay.
April 2018. What a wonderful place to celebrate my 50th birthday. The Montacute Pavilion was magical. Gorgeous gardens, beautiful house with every need met. Thank you so much for the perfect accommodation, for the perfect holiday.
April 2018. Perfect. Wonderful 3 days to celebrate a 40th anniversary and engagement. Loved the property, stunning gardens & perfect retreat!
April 2018. Thank you so much. When we drove in I thought I had died and gone to heaven. The garden is so stunning. *Magical* in fact. The house is as beautiful as the Cotswolds of England, just when I thought it couldn’t get any better it did. I really don’t want to go home. I was the lucky one. I ended up with the Royal Suite, my friend had a lovely time also. Next time she can have the Royal Suite if she’s lucky. Thank you for sharing your chestnuts, I had such fun foraging. Will look forward to returning to Montacute Pavilion. Now I want to go to Somerset, England. 3 beautiful days.
March 2018. Thoroughly enjoyed this unique little property. The immaculate gardens and arabesque flavor made for an incredibly memorable experience.
March 2018. Thank you for a beautiful stay. It has been a most relaxing stay for us, making this Chillout the best one yet!
March 2018. It’s a wonderland!
March 2018. What a beautiful place to stay in such a lovely area! We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend ‘get away’ to Daylesford and we will be back! This property is certainly a memorable one, and staying in it had added to the lovely memory we have of the area!
November 2017. What an absolute pleasure to stay in such a unique, confortable, lush secret hideaway! The property is gorgeous from the views over the stunning gardens, the mix of old and new, the gorgeous treasures and the little touches like the hamper and the Molton Brown toiletries. Perfect! We feel revived, relaxed, and wish we could stay longer. Wonderful job in creating such a special property, hope to be back someday!.
November 2017. Thank you for sharing your beautiful property with us. A generous touch in the provision of Graeme’s Blend and lovely toiletries didn’t go unnoticed. We appreciate the owners vision and historical relevance in building a unique residence in Daylesford. The house has a warmth and wonderful connection to its gardens.
November 2017. This amazing residence reflects a vision and passion for historical relevance and clever design. Wombat Hill welcomes you when you leave the property and Cliffy’s +Wine & The Country make a daily walk into an exciting adventure. Manteau Noir will surprise you with a touch of France. The Mill Markets & Weekend Farmer’s Markets complete the experience. Molly said ‘.., do yourself a favour….’
September 2017. We just got back from a beautiful child-free parental-retreaty weekend at Montacute in Daylesford. It was truly divine. Loved the luxurious accommodation & garden (and the bathroom)! I had seen photos but it’s even better in the flesh.
