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Tuki Retreat

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

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Exterior
Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Meeting facility
Bathroom shower
Garden
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
60 Stoney Rises Rd, Smeaton, VIC, 3364
  • Popular LocationTuki Trout Farm1 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake Daylesford28 min drive
  • Popular LocationHepburn Bathhouse & Spa33 min drive
  • AirportMelbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)103 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We have just returned from an amazing three nights at Tuki. It was hands down the most relaxing weekend away we've ever...
Greg
Oct 23, 2023
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Private kitchen

Honeymoon Cottage

9.3/10 Wonderful

Highlights

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

Economy Cabin

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Family Cottage

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
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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20-inch plasma TV with digital channels, TV, DVD player

Classic Cottage

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
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

Smeaton

Located in Smeaton, Tuki Retreat is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bullarook Creek Streamside Reserve and Creswick-Broomfield Rail Line Nature Conservation Reserve, while Clunes Museum and Bottle Museum are cultural highlights. Tuki Trout Farm and The Tangled Maze are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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What's nearby

  • Tuki Trout Farm - 1 min walk
  • Lake Daylesford - 28 min drive
  • Convent Gallery - 29 min drive
  • Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa - 33 min drive
  • Hepburn Mineral Springs Reserve - 34 min drive

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 - ‬1 min walk

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 fishing and hiking/biking. 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 tour/ticket information
  • Smoke-free property, coffee/tea in reception and meeting rooms
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 dressing gowns.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 20-inch plasma TVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • Private gardens, separate sitting areas and kitchenettes

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee daily: AUD 25 for adults and AUD 12 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Tuki Restaurant

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
  • Separate living room
  • Snack bar/deli

Guest services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • This property does not have any lifts

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down duvet
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Pillow-top mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 20-inch plasma TV
  • Digital channels
  • DVD player
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
  • Stovetop

Outdoor space

  • Balcony or patio
  • Garden

More

  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • 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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

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
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately AUD 25 for adults and from AUD 12 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40.0 per day

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 B&B Smeaton
Tuki Retreat B&B
Tuki Retreat Smeaton
Tuki Retreat
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 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Tuki Trout Farm and within 9 miles (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).

Tuki Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Anthony

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the cottage was nice and clean, beautiful..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean wonderful place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and Lovely people
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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