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Wombat Hill House, Daylesford

Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens (entry, off Central Springs Rd, Daylesford VIC 3460, Australia

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Find Wombat Hill House, Daylesford

Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens (entry, off Central Springs Rd, Daylesford VIC 3460, Australia

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+61 3 7017 5999
HoursMonday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Wombat Hill House, Daylesford

Tucked deep inside Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens, this parkland sanctuary trades main-street bustle for crackling wood fires and fresh sourdough. Daylesford wanderers settle in when the weather turns brisk—draping wool blankets over their laps while scouting the central bake table piled with almond croissants and crusty baguettes. Regulars lean toward the prosciutto baguettes and wholesome sourdough breakfast pizzas, often pairing sweet potato fries with a well-extracted flat white. Out on the sheltered patio or glass conservatory, dog bowls arrive unprompted alongside warm hospitality. Before heading back through the trees, most grab a take-home loaf of organic sourdough straight from the bakery counter.

  • Lush Garden Setting: Nestled within Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens, featuring open-fire warmth, wool blankets, and dog-friendly garden seating.
  • Artisan Bakery Counter: In-house display of fresh sourdough, crusty baguettes, and stuffed almond croissants ready for dine-in or takeaway.
  • Sourdough Fare & Espresso: Hearty breakfast pizzas, prosciutto baguettes, sweet potato fries, and expertly pulled coffee.
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Why Choose Wombat Hill House

Discover what makes Wombat Hill House a restorative sanctuary in Daylesford.

  • Peaceful Botanic Garden Setting

    Nestled inside the tranquil botanic gardens, the cafe offers an unhurried escape surrounded by nature and mature trees.

    There’s something incredibly calming about sitting there, surrounded by nature, with so much open space that you actually slow down without trying.

    Neha Greenlit This

  • Crafted Brunch and Patisserie

    Guests can enjoy exceptional breakfast dishes, house-baked pastries, and fresh seasonal cafe fare.

    The food is of excellent quality with lots of breakfast/brunch/lunch options and great coffee. Their pastries are next level too.

    Stuart Dunlop

  • Open Fireplace Sanctuary

    An open wood fire inside the cafe creates a welcoming, cozy refuge during cold and rainy regional days.

    Tucked away and surrounded by a backdrop of wonderfull trees, the cafe with its open fire is a great start to a cold and rainy lazy day.

    John Hoogerwaard

  • Cozy Blankets for Chilly Weather

    Attentive touches like provided blankets and seat pads keep guests warm and comfortable across weather shifts.

    They’ve even thought of little touches like pads and blankets to keep you cozy, which was a nice surprise.

    Ayman Haidar

  • Welcoming Dog-Friendly Spaces

    Sheltered glass conservatory and semi-outdoor courtyard dining readily welcome guests accompanied by their dogs.

    He was very accommodating to our anxious pups and went above and beyond to assist us. Amazing food, service and atmosphere. Great dog friendly outdoor area.

    Lavender

  • Warm and Attentive Hospitality

    Thoughtful and accommodating team members make visitors feel personally cared for rather than hurried.

    He took the time to make us feel welcome and was happy to help with recommendations, creating an experience that felt personal rather than rushed.

    Denise K

Signature breakfast and savory lunch favorites crafted in the gardens

  • Sourdough Pizza

    The sourdough pizzas are not only delicious but feel genuinely wholesome, and everything, from the savoury options to the desserts, has that thoughtful, made-with-care touch.

    Neha Greenlit This

  • French Toast

    We ordered french toast, big breakfast, Chicken Panini and Ham & Cheese Croissant 🥐. All were delicious 😋 highly recommend a visit!

    Yao Wang

  • Mushroom 3 Cheese Toastie

    cozy ambience with fire and friendly service I enjoyed the delicious mushroom 3 cheese toastie

    NRL I

  • Brekky Burger

    the Brekky Burger for instance, although a familiar, typically ordinary choice, the components from which it was cooked propelled all expectations far further than they’d been, the buns themself fell apart in the mouth and had a beautiful, subtle milky after-taste reminiscent of fresh homemade bread.

    MynameJeff mynamestilljeff

Other favorites

Sides, pastries, and sweet finishes from the kitchen and bakery

  • Sweet Potato Fries

    The food was tasty and nicely balanced, but our favourite was actually the sweet potato fries (haha). You don't see them on many café menus, and they were so good.

    Vy Vy

  • Almond Croissant

    The café has a great selection of fresh bakery items, especially the stuffed croissants and almond croissant.

    Ayman Haidar

  • Tomato Relish

    The tomato relish was devine, a mish try.

    G G

  • Brownie

    Even gave us a complimentary brownie for our Babymoon 🥰

    prithika naidu

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful comforts and personal hospitality touches that elevate your garden visit

  • Seat Pads and Cozy Blankets

    Guests dining in the garden or outdoor spaces are provided with seat pads and cozy warm blankets on cold or rainy days.

  • Attentive Pet Hospitality

    The team thoughtfully brings out water bowls and tailors sheltered outdoor seating for guests visiting with dogs.

  • Celebration Surprises

    Staff surprise guests marking special occasions, such as gifting a complimentary brownie for a babymoon celebration.

  • Hearthside Fireplace Warmth

    A roaring open wood fire is kept lit inside to provide a warm, inviting hearth during wet or chilly weather.

Before you head over

Practical advice to make the most of your visit to Wombat Hill House

  • Plan Ahead for Weekend Rush

    The cafe gets notably busy on weekends, so visit early or plan for potential waiting times during peak brunch hours.

  • Bundle Up on Chilly Days

    On cold or wet days, grab an indoor table by the open fire and make use of the provided blankets and seat pads to keep comfortable.

  • Ask for Pet-Friendly Enclosed Seating

    If visiting with dogs, head for the enclosed courtyard or semi-outdoor glass conservatory where staff provide water bowls and sheltered seating.

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