Winter in the forest
A forest stay made for fireside nights
A forest retreat with an open fireplace
When the Central Highlands turn cool, Stormhaven gives you every reason to stay in. The open fireplace upstairs brings warmth and atmosphere to the main living space, making it easy to settle into a slow afternoon after a walk through the trees.
For guests searching for accommodation with a fireplace in Victoria, the setting matters as much as the fire itself. Here, the warmth is paired with treetop outlooks, native bushland and the particular quiet of a house amongst the forest.
Two fires, two living spaces
Stormhaven has an open fireplace upstairs and a second wood-burning heater downstairs. The two living spaces give a group room to spread out, whether that means reading in one room, talking around the fire in another, or finding a quiet corner after dinner.
The house is designed for long, comfortable stays: three bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, decks for looking out and enough space for a weekend to feel generous rather than carefully scheduled.
Winter weekends near Daylesford
A winter getaway in Victoria can hold both sides of the region. Spend part of the day around Daylesford’s restaurants, makers and shops, then return to Hepburn Springs and the warmth of the lodge as the light fades.
Daylesford is approximately five minutes away, so a fireside stay does not mean choosing between a quiet house and the pleasures of the wider region. You can take the long way through the day and still be home for the fire. The return through the forest becomes part of the evening, not simply the journey back.
A fireside stay in Hepburn Springs
Stormhaven is a forest stay in Hepburn Springs for people who like the evening to have somewhere to go. Light the fire, pour something good, make dinner and listen to the weather move through the trees.
There is no need to turn the stay into an itinerary. A late lunch, a walk, a shared meal and a quiet room can be the whole plan. Explore the forest retreat page for more on the setting, or discover the lodge to see the bedrooms, living areas and outdoor spaces before you check availability.