1. There are 100 therapies and health related activities in a five kilometre radius of Daylesford, but the reopening of the historic Hepburn Bath House after a $13mil upgrade is the jewel in the crown.  www.hepburnbathhouse.com

2. Lavandula, the Swiss Italian Lavender Farm is terrific any time the weather is fine with a heritage farmhouse building, lavender, olives and grapes. www.lavandula.com.au

3. When the weather is not kind, head for the Mill Market with a huge collection of antiques, retro fashion, collectables, furniture & just about anything else under the sun.  www.themillmarkets.com.au

4.  There is no bad restaurant in Daylesford, it just depends on your preference. The Chowder House 97 Main Rd Hepburn Springs is where the locals go for a bowl of authentic seafood chowder

5. Lake House, yet again awarded 2 Hats in the Age Good Food Guide, is worth every dollar you spend, especially compared with what you spend on a massage. www.lakehouse.com.au

6. Hepburn Springs Village offers a different experience from Vincent St Daylesford- more laid back with lots of places to eat.

7. The Grande (the latest boutique hotel) offers a Movie Meal Deal, meal, glass of wine, movie & popcorn for $20pp. on Wednesday & Sunday night Groups of 10 + can pre-book a Movie meal deal & select their own movie. www.thegrande.com.au

8. The Farmers Market at Daylesford Primary School on the first Saturday of the month is a great place to see all the best of local produce.

9. The Trash & Treasure Market every Sunday at the Railway Station can be combined with a train ride through the bush to Bullarto. www.dscr.com.au

10 Last but by no means least is the Convent Gallery.Nestled near the crest of Wombat Hill Botanical Gardens, the gallery is more than a three level haven of fine art in an historic 19th century mansion www.theconvent.com.au