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Tuki Retreat

3.5 star property

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, al fresco dining
Classic Stone Cottage | Private kitchen
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, al fresco dining
36-inch plasma TV with digital channels, TV, streaming services
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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60 Stoney Rises Rd, Smeaton, VIC, 3364
  • Tuki Trout Farm
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Lake Daylesford
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Convent Gallery
    ‪34 min drive‬

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  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Partial lake view
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Smeaton

Located in Smeaton, Tuki Retreat is on a lake, within a 15-minute drive of Tuki Trout Farm and Anderson's Mill. .This bed & breakfast is 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from Bullarook Creek Streamside Reserve and 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Captains Creek Organic Wines.
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What's nearby

  • Tuki Trout Farm - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lake Daylesford - 33 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre - 33 min drive - 34.7 km
  • Convent Gallery - 34 min drive - 35.4 km
  • Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa - 38 min drive - 39.6 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

Lakefront bed & breakfast with a coffee shop and a restaurant
Tuki Retreat offers 6 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters. Accommodations at this 3.5-star bed & breakfast have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

This Smeaton bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 36-inch plasma televisions come with premium digital channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Rooms have private balconies or patios. 36-inch plasma televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This Colonial bed & breakfast also features tour/ticket assistance and a picnic area.
Enjoy local cuisine at Tuki Restaurant, a family restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge and dine alfresco. Or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). English breakfasts are available daily from 9 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
English breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 9 AM and 10:00 AM.
Tuki Restaurant - This family restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English

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 20 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

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1999
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • 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 allowed for an extra charge of AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay
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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately AUD 35 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • Pet fee: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Tuki Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chuck

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second year my partner and I have stayed here while attending tge Clunes Book Town Festival, and we utterly love it. The location is quiet and beautiful, the staff a joy to deal with, and the cuisine offered in the restaurant absolutely amazing. We can't recommend Tuki highly enough, and intend to keep returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhanglian

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic weekend at Tuki Retreat. The property offers a breathtaking, open countryside view that immediately sets a peaceful tone. The accommodation is cozy and well-appointed, making it a great place to unwind. We also enjoyed the delicious food at the on-site restaurant, which perfectly complemented the serene setting.

10/10 Excellent

Pritpal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful trout farm for fishing fans. Also very quiet. Beautiful views everywhere. Awesome sunset too!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, beautiful scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peto, Vic 3757

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

A peaceful time in comfortable facility

Beautiful place - wonderful hosts - cottages a little outdated
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

4/10 Poor

daniel

Disliked: 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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relaxation

Nice, quiet relaxing time

8/10 Good

rachael feleppa, melb

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

8/10 Good

Paul, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Good; Value: Affordable; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Tidy;

4/10 Poor

x, x

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

10/10 Excellent

James, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

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