Testimonials
Saltus Villas 1, 2 & 3 - Hepburn Springs"We had a wonderful stay thank you-the property is amazing. So relaxing! And the experience at Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa just topped it off. Loved brekkie at Red Star. A fantastic weekend." Amanda & Wil 2011 "Your property is stunning. The calming tree canopy and the beautifully executed apartment were perfect. We look forward to another visit." Sharyn 2011 '"Just clearing the inbox and wanted to let you know my parents had a WONDERFUL stay with you recently. Thank you for giving them a weekend away to remember, I'm hoping it will encourage them them to take more time out for themselves in the future. We'll certainly return to Saltus when we are next in the area." Michelle 2011 "We had a great time at Saltus and the surrounding Hepburn Springs area. The place is was fantastic and had all the comforts you would want. The rain during the week did not deter us from doing anything and the views over the back garden and tree was spectacular." Sean & Naida 2011 "The accommodation was absolutely divine! The weather wasn't the best, which made it even better for us to spend time relaxing on the couch and enjoying the view of the trees." Ellie 2011 "I love a good spa and it was in the spa of Saltus 3 that I proposed to melinda. picture the scene!! Two glasses of cold wine on the table along with some dark chocolate just purchased from the local Chocolate Mill, bubbles everywhere, while looking out at the trees moving lazily in the breeze and sharing this with someone you love. There is no better time to have each others full attention and to talk about life past, present and future. Go on take the plunge". Colin & Melinda 2011 We were very happy with Saltus. The room had high quality, calm furnishings & was very quiet. Dinner at Sault lived up the reviews, I gave many compliments to Cindy, the chef. The Red Star cafe was also lovely; a generous & quality breakfast in funky surrounds." Seonaid 2011 "Thanks for an incredible stay. The place is beautiful! Breakie was delicious! Perfect for us to relax & unwind from our hectic lives." "..Saltus is the place to stay, we will definitely come back again." Vee 2010 "How could we not love it? The photos just don't do it justice!" Chris 2009 "Right from the very first conversation that I had with Amanda from Saltus, my mind was at ease with confidence that I had definitely made the right decision to 'pop the question' at this unique and beautiful location. The pictures on the website really don't do the location justice. With planning such an important night , you really have to have confidence in the people that your are dealing with. And you want these people to share the same amount of passion & excitement for the night as you, yourself do, for the occasion. Amanda (Saltus) & Bettina from Special Touch exceeded this expectation. I explained at length with Amanda my thoughts & ideas for the stay, after which Bettina (Special Touch) made prompt contact. My experience with Special Touch was fantastic. There was no request too big or small, the whole experience was effortless on my behalf and the night went off without a hitch.... so yes, my girlfriend did indeed accept my proposal! If you are after that little something special, a bit more private & personal, I couldn't recommend Saltus & Special Touch highly enough, their passion for their work certainly shines though to the end result." Ashley 2009 "I am writing to say what a wonderful place you have. I booked this holiday with the specific purpose of helping my friend take a little time out for herself. I originally thought very carefully about paying $500 for one night but feel it was well worth it. Breakfast was yummo! Your cleaners are real gems! I will not hesitate to recommend your place to family and friends and rebook for my own use." Dina 2009 "We definitely enjoyed our stay at Saltus - the villa was absolutely amazing! All the amenities ensured we felt every bit at home and we almost didn't want to leave. Not only was the package a great deal, but we went to relax & that's certainly what we did!" Stephanie 2009 "Just wanted to say a big thank you for a wonderful time in your Saltus, they are such a lovely peaceful place to stay and you are to be congratulated on the finishing and design elements. As I said to you Amanda we travel overseas a lot, we have stayed in many beautiful places but the ones that stand out are always stylishly but simply decorated without unnecessary clutter. PS the breakfast is a winner." Kym 2009" We loved our stay at Saltus. It worked beautifully for our purposes - provided us with a haven to retreat to amid the hussle and bustle of wedding preparations. It also created a lovely area for our son and his bestmen to get dressed on the day of the wedding. We would certainly love to return one day." Marian & Lloyd 2008 "We had a fantastic time. The property is great. Everything was there that we needed & the location was also great. You have done a fantastic job with the design and decor of the property. Well done. We will be definitely returning back to your property." Frank 2008 Saltus - Daylesford
"Thank you for a wonderful stay. We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend - the house is fabulous." Carla & Tom 2011 "Weather was not what had been forecast! But that didn't deter us --- so much to do/..eat, drink, shop...eat, drink, shop, and then to come 'home' to this haven. Thanks for all the care and attention that has gone into Saltus Daylesford." Lizanne & Julian 2011 "Thank you for your email, we had a thoroughly relaxing and enjoyable stay at Saltus. It was a much needed catch up and wind down for us after Term 1. The villa is beautifully appointed and very comfortable - and I loved the bath!!!! Sault was also a lovely experience, the food and wine was superb and we look forward to revisiting in daylight hours to be able to take in the surrounds." Janene & Tom 2011 "Everything was picture perfect, elegant & tasteful presentation - wish we had longer to stay." Alison & Paul 2011 "Thanks, Amanda & Paul, accommodation here was wonderful. Our 2 beautiful daughters treated us for our 30th wedding anniversary! Better than a resort. Everything in the villa has been planned beautifully with attention to detail. Loved having my cups of tea in the garden. Will be back soon." Cathy & Angelo 2011 "We had a fabulous time at Saltus-Daylesford - the house is beautifully equipped and designed perfectly for the relaxing escape we were seeking. As for the gardens... I'm seriously jealous! And we were truly grateful for the breakfast provided at the Red Star in Hepburn Springs - it was so good that my fussy partner insisted we by-pass all the other cafes along the way to go back there on the second morning. Daylesford & Hepburn Springs have a special magic about them, and the two days we had at Saltus were like a much-needed tonic for us both." Carla 2011 "Thanks for a beautiful weekend getaway. We have eaten well, laughed lots and most of all relaxed! Thank you for sharing your gorgeous property." Matt & Elli Dec 2010 "Saltus - Daylesford gave us the sense of living in our own perfect cottage in the country. The garden is lush & abundant, the cottage has a sense of timelessness, that matched with it's perfect level of luxury, creates an unforgettable stay." Ben & Rhi 2010 "This has exceeded all our expectations....from the beautiful cottage, to the sweet and serene gardens. Jo has taken loads of pictures so that we can emulate your garden for me...Loved it!" Kirsty & Jo 2010 "To put it simply: Heaven! We so needed this. See you in another few months for sure." Dana & Ali 2010 "We spent Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in your wonderful tranquil, getaway. Don't think Christmas will ever be this relaxing again. Loved the garden views, we even lit the fire. Exquisite and beautiful in every way. A lovely Christmas present from my beautiful daughter." Georgie & Helen 2009
"Lovely accommodation, so relaxing. Loved the fine lines & stylish finishes in this place. Bathroom was awesome." Mary 2009
"What a gorgeous place. loved everything about it. great furnishings & loved the bathroom fireplace. it is perfect for a little getaway. Will definitely come back & will let friends & family know about this place." Marcella & Patrick 2009
"Thank you so much for having us stay at Saltus-Daylesford. We had an amazing time. The accommodation was just stunning and loved all the finishing touches. We will definitely be back for more at the next possible opportunity!" Alyson 2008 "We have been to Daylesford many times & have a few favorite places to stay. We couldn't get into our usual place and so decided to try something new, Saltus - Daylesford. We were very pleased with the property and marvelled at the attention to detail. Someone has put a lot of thought and work into the property. It shows itself in many ways including the thoughtfulness of the design & the layout of the outdoors areas. It is a stunning property and I know you will do well with it. We plan to use the property again" Ron 2008 "My husband and I had a great weekend in Daylesford and the accommodation was absolutely lovely and perfect for a winter retreat. I would not hesitate to recommend you guys to our family and friends!" Anna 2008 "I just wanted to say thank you for allowing us to stay in your absolutely stunning accommodation - we had a wonderful time and we just loved it. I am still dreaming about that bathroom - I wish I could have packed it away and brought it home with me. To be able to luxuriate in the bath in front of the fireplace was total and utter bliss!" Liat - 2008
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SALTUS - DAYLESFORD FEATURES IN POSTCARDS MAGAZINESTORY - LIAT BIDEROVSKY....... Onward I go to my accommodation for the weekend at Saltus - Daylesford. This quaint free-standing retreat was originally to be a historic church hall, which was going to be relocated from 100 kms away. It proved to be too big a job, so instead Amanda and Paul Houghton decided to build their own version, and so the beautiful Saltus Daylesford was born. From the outside it looks just as it is meant to - like a small church, but just wait to you get in, because there's a treat for the senses every which way you look. The interior is sleek and modern, yet warm and cosy, with a lovely open plan living area below and a snug sleeping area upstairs in the mezzanine. There's a wood fireplace in the lounge, as well as a split system heating and cooling, modern appliances in the kitchen, a TV with DVD player both downstairs and upstairs and heaps of reading material in case you just want to relax. But what I really just want to pack up and take home with me is the bathroom! About as big as two of my bedrooms put together, this bathroom features a free standing luxurious bath, superbly positioned in front of the gas fireplace. Not to mention a shower with water pressure I could only dream of and bath products called Serendipity that certainly live up to their name. I can't decide whether to luxuriate in the bath with the lights dimmed low, the fireplace going and some gentle music playing or to shower and let the pelting water ease my aching muscles. So I decide to do both - one for each morning and night! It really is the perfect place to get away and chill.
SALTUS - HEPBURN SPRINGS FEATURES IN AUSTRALIAN YOGA JOURNALSTORY - ELIZABETH GRAHAMI can pinpoint the moment I fall in love with Hepburn Springs. It happens during the first 10 minutes it takes to walk to yoga class on the first morning of my stay. Firstly I am struck by the intrinsic prettiness of this sleepy village in country Victoria: a handful of streets perched along the top of a hill, its cottages and villas surrounded by dense bushland. To complete the idyllic scene, there is a good dusting of morning frost on show. Then as I crunch my way over to class, I realise that for a tiny village, it's got an awful lot of things to keep me happy and nourished for a few days. I spy a funky cafe, a gallery and some shops, a grand hotel, a famous bathhouse where you can bathe in local spring water, signs for massage therapists, a national park and of course, a yoga class. Famous since the late 19th century for its concentration of mineral springs, Hepburn Springs (and its sister-town Daylesford) could have stayed a quaint resort destination, a throw back to a time when "taking the waters" was a fool proof cure for whatever ailed you. Instead it has evolved into a community with wide spread talent. Galleries and restaurants thrive here as much as spas. The rich volcanic soil creates top quality produce, of which locals are rightly proud. On the wellbeing front, there are not one, but two yoga centers in the region, plus dozens of massage therapists. Accommodation options are infinite, with everything from miners cottages to modern villas. Saltus, a collection of self-contained villas is the epitome of modern accommodation that's emerging in Hepburn Springs. With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking bushland, sleek gadgets, heated floors and a terrazzo bath big enough to swim in, owners Amanda and Paul have ticked all the boxes and then gone further with using top-class materials and stylish decor. If you are there in the warmer months you can enjoy the view of a majestic elm tree and it's flock of red parrots. In Daylesford, Iyengar devotees will love Daylesford Yoga. Run by Shayna Ogden (who studied under Pixie Lillas), the studio backs onto farmland on the outskirts of town. Ogden's approach is firm but enlightening - my Virabhadrasana 11 is markedly better for it. Ogden can do private tutorials for visitors at her studio or at private accommodation ($100/75 minutes). You can also take part in a regular class, but contact Ogden first to confirm your level of experience. www.daylesfordyoga.com There are two yoga centers in the area, which offer all-inclusive retreats as well as drop-in yoga classes. The Hepburn Retreat Centre is a rustic but fun weatherboard guesthouse with a large yoga studio underneath. Formerly known as the Continental House ("Conti" to regulars), the centre has been vegan for more than a decade. Yoga teacher & manager Ostii Ananda runs classes run at 7am thee times a week.($15/class) His mindful vinyasa teaching style is influenced by Donna Farhi, Simon-Borg Oliver and Jean Campbell. Stay on after class for a hearty bowl of of Ananda's porridge with quinoa, coconut and other natural goodies, included in the class price. www.hepburnretreatcentre.com.au The Satananda Ashram, in Rocklyn 15 minutes drive) is a place for diligent practice and service rather than a lighthearted dabble in spirituality, but they do welcome visitors with an array of public programs. If you have never tried Yoga Nidra, a body relaxation exercise, it's definitely worth a visit. Daily yoga nidra classes are offered at 11am for $15, and include a modest vegetarian lunch afterwards.www.yogavic.com The region is home to the country's largest amount of mineral springs, underground deposits of bubbly water rich in iron, potassium, calcium, sulphur and dozes of other essential minerals. Around this potent water supply have sprung various spas and bathhouses over the years, the biggest and most famous being the Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa. www.hepburnbathouse.com.au It all makes for a terrific location for a DIY retreat where you can have generous helpings of yoga with as little or as much luxury as you'd like.
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Saltus 1
Specifically designed and built to the highest standards, Saltus offers the ultimate in luxury accommodation in Hepburn Springs.
Saltus 2
Choose from king bedrooms with either a magnificent 2 person free standing sculptured stone bath and/or a luxurious free-standing spa bath.
Saltus 3
Panoramic views over the Hepburn Springs' Mineral Springs Reserve from all aspects of the spacious open plan living areas and private balconies.
Saltus Daylesford
A free standing villa, set within a secluded garden and walking distance to Lake Daylesford. Daylesford accommodation at its best.