The Convent boasts expansive views of the countryside and township below. A feast for the senses, the gallery is more than a three-level haven of fine art in an historic 19th century mansion.

Cnr Hill & Daly St, Daylesford, VIC, 3460

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21.26km

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Cnr Hill & Daly St, Daylesford, VIC, 3460

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21.26km

Cnr Hill & Daly St, Daylesford, VIC, 3460

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21.26km

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The Argus Dining Room

When we first check out this place, it was very quiet. The setting is nice and their menu looked good but it was just so quiet on a weekend! As its fine dining style the prices are of course pretty steep, but fortunately for us there was a package as part of the Spa service at Peppers, and it seems like a good deal to try out the food. The service here was excellent and the food delicious. The look, the flavour, the freshness were all good. We ordered an extra side dish thinking the portions wouldnt have been filling enough, but it turns out this wasnt the case at all. We were also served in house blend lemon lime and bitters that was pretty unique and tasty. The quiet atmosphere turned out to be a blessing in the end because it made for a peaceful and relaxing dining experience just what you want after a relaxing spa treatment! Well definitely consider coming back here the next time we are in Hepburn Springs!

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