Lilydale Lodge - Shared

Hotels
8.7 (99 reviews)
4 Yeats Street , Castlemaine , AU

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Garden
Hiking
Cycling
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly hosts
Convenient location
Clean facilities
Cozy atmosphere
Cons:
Poor communication regarding bookings
Limited amenities access

Categories

Cleanliness
7.84
Room and bathroom were very clean and well-maintained, but issues with shared spaces and lack of kitchen access noted.
Service
9.31
Hosts were friendly and welcoming; however, poor communication regarding double booking affected experience.
Location
9.35
Conveniently located close to town with great accessibility.
Room Quality
8.8
Cozy and spacious rooms, but some guests found the bed too low and uncomfortable.
Amenities
8.33
Good bathroom facilities and clean rooms, but limited kitchen access and outdated kettle noted.
Value for Money
8.29
Generally good value considering location and atmosphere, but some amenities lacking.
Food and Beverage
8.84
Tea and coffee available, though kitchen access was limited.
Overall Experience
8.81
Overall a pleasant stay with welcoming hosts and good facilities, despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 15:41

Property Description

Modern Amenities
Experience comfort and convenience with air conditioning, microwave, and complimentary WiFi.

Outdoor Recreation
Explore the beautiful garden views, terrace, and enjoy cycling nearby.

Convenient Location
Located near top attractions such as The Convent Gallery Daylesford and Wombat Hill Botanical Gardens.

Book now for a relaxing stay at Lilydale Lodge - Shared and make unforgettable memories!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 99 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.84
Service: 9.31
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 8.33
Value for Money: 8.29
Food and Beverage: 8.84
Overall Experience: 8.81
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Neville • solo_traveller • at
8
Pros:

Quiet location but only 1km from center
Very comfortable bed, interesting decor, beautiful old restored house
No TV in the rooms -quiet!

Cons:

Peanut the dog can be noisy but Irma kept him quiet during the evening and night when I mentioned it to her.
Some hooks for clothing etc in the bathroom would be good!

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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robert • family_with_children • au
9
we were very happy with the place and will recommend it to family and friends.
Pros:

it is a very pleasant welcoming place.

Cons:

the hot water was not working.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • solo_traveller • au
10
A beautiful home in a beautiful location. Thank you
Pros:

Such a beautiful home with a lovely welcoming feel.

The bathroom was great with a lovely hot shower. I am not a good sleeper in general however I slept for a full 8 hours. The bed was comfy and warm and I didn’t even need to use my own pillow!
I ate my dinner out on the side balcony as I watched the sen set.

Such a peaceful location

I adored the cute little pooch who came out to welcome me with a few woofs and a big tail wag.

Irma and family were very warm and welcoming. Thank you for your hospitality!

Cons:

Nothing! It was lovely!

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Ahren • couple • au
10
Twas pretty dang groovy
Pros:

An extremely positive experience. The rooms were so cozy and comfortable and the host went above and beyond to make sure our stay was perfect. Also a very cute dog. I would 100% stay here again.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Luke • couple • au
9
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Susan • extended_group • au
8
Pros:

We enjoyed our stay in Castlemaine at Lilydale Lodge and appreciated having two bedrooms for our group. The room with the double bed seemed more comfortable and the other room had two single beds. Although it was very cold during our weekend, the split-system heaters in each room kept us warm. The hosts were very friendly and respected our privacy while being available if we needed anything. The little dog was cute too. The house was lovely and it was in a beautiful street. The location was great too. If it wasn't freezing cold on our weekend, we could have easily walked into town. Thank you for having us ☺️

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Madeleine • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Clean and inviting room, with friendly hosts in a great location - walking distance from the town centre. Room had everything I needed for a short stay :)

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • au
9
COMFORTABLE HOMESTAY WITH FRIENDLY HOSTS & USE OF THEIR KITCHEN
Pros:

The homely cottage atmosphere in a quiet location on edge of town. Ability to communicate with the owners, get advice & share experiences.

Cons:

The small share bathroom needed a little table for your stuff & a stool to sit. The aircon that stalled on the very cold night.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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nickson • couple • au
9
Friendly
Pros:

Beautiful house with a beautiful view. Very cute Doggo and only a short walk to town.

Cons:

The single bed was a bit uncomfortable.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • au
8
Quiet clean and pleasant
Pros:

Lovely and quiet

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Anita • extended_group • au
10
Great stay
Pros:

Did not require breakfast, our host Irma made us feel very welcome and comfortable, the home was warm and had everything we could possibly need, we will recommend this home anytime,
Anita and Rowena

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Carla • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Kristen • solo_traveller • au
10
Wholesome, warm, safe, clean, friendly, nourishing, stylish and arty!
Pros:

The place was beyond what I was expecting. The location was perfect, a short and easy, direct stroll to the heart of Castlemaine, while nestled on the edge of the bush and a short walk to the Goldfields walking tracks. So quiet and exceptional service and style. Irma has lovely style and the place has been so tastefully set up that it was a pleasure to stay - I am only sorry that my visit was so short. It is somewhere I would absolutely recommend to friends and family. 10/10 in every sense. Irma and Oliver was such lovely, kind genuine people, who truly went above and beyond for me during my stay.

Cons:

Nothing. Everything was perfect.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Gunn • couple • au
10
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Lachlan • solo_traveller • au
10
Great place for a weekend in Castlemaine!
Pros:

Amazing homely house with very friendly homeowners. There is also a herd of Kangaroo that gather in an open space nearby which is fun. Short walk to town. Beautiful view.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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frank • couple • au
8
Pros:

Great location.Lovely hosts.

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Skye • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Beautiful home with plenty of character and friendly, helpful hosts. I left an item behind and they posted it to me, which is so kind ♥️

2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • solo_traveller • au
9
A great visit to a beautiful historic town staying with friendly, hospitable hosts.
Pros:

it is a lovely, quiet location and a beautiful house. The owners are friendly including Pinot the dog and I really enjoyed my stay.

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Jill • couple • au
10
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee