Beautiful buildings, delicious food in the cafe and stunning artwork in the gallery. Highly recommend read more

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Remember that movie Sirens where Elle Macpherson 'acted' by spending pretty much all the movie nude? This convent slash art gallery feels like one of the really arty, pretty, regional-Australia places in that film. Came here for a wedding, and the place was good when I was sober, and supermodel stunning when I was less so, which was most of the night and a big chunk of the early morning. The chapel is sweet and intimate, and a door leads straight into the reception area so nobody gets lost, and then there's sprawling, resplendent gardens that wind up to a lookout / makeout spot, and the whole building is riddled with fancy pants artworks, from sculptures to nude paintings to mega-arty things that I couldn't recognise but desired nonetheless. "One art, please!" Don't know anyone getting married? Kick back in the cafe and have a wander and pretend you're in some eccentric millionaire's mansion. read more

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Set atop another hill in Daylesford this spectacular gallery and cafe is a unique little slice of the arty, foody crowd from the region. My Mum and I walked in to find we were the only people dining in for lunch mid-week and we were promptly served by the incredibly friendly waiting staff. Our meals came out as quickly as the service and we shared the baked field mushrooms and a vego pizza. Mushrooms were perfectly seasoned and cooked with baked fetta on top and the individual pizza was done on a thick focaccia type bread and loaded up with plenty of veg. Both perfect and filling winter warmers! After a quick sneak peak of the gallery - via a stop to the toilets (inside the gallery) I fell in love with the diverse collections on offer. We didn't pay to peruse the whole gallery from memory, as we didn't have time, but we were impressed just with the reception area and the glassware, pottery, sculptures and large abstract artwork on the walls. Don't just go for the gallery, you must stop for breakfast, lunch or even dinner in this beautiful old restored building. read more

This is such a beautiful place! The building is stunning and the cafe has a fantastic atmosphere. It was a rainy day in Daylesford and this was the perfect place to warm up. I decided to take a risk and go with the roasted mushrooms and leeks. Which then seemed to have a bonus halloumi - that or I didn't read the description properly which seems more likely! As if that wasn't enough I had been having food envy checking out the scones coming out so decided to finish with those. An excellent choice as they were warm and fluffy and oh so delicious! read more

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Is it a Gallery....is it a cafe? Well its both. I went there a few months ago for brunch and after I finished walked around the gallery and gift shop and it was time for afternoon tea. If I was not returning to Melbourne...could have stayed for dinner too! I love this place - has great food, great ambience and its just different! read more

Stunning grounds, great artwork and delicious food We held a work roadshow here for 20 guests and would highly recommend for others. The catering was delicious and the staff so friendly and helpful read more

The grounds are beautiful. I was a bit disappointed by the lack of history or exhibits on the convent history itself. The chapel was dated in a sad way....I expected authentically old and grand...? Not particularly impressed with the art collection either. The gallery shop is large and has an eclectic selection with an adjacent coffee shop. If looking to kill some time it's ok but I wouldn't go out of my way. read more

Love the Convent Gallery. Have been coming here for years. Love the building. Love the gardens. Love the gifts on sale. Came here for a wedding today. What a lovely event it was. It's a great place for a wedding. Nice spots for the ceremony and reception. The staff are a real standout here. Hands down the best I've ever encountered at any wedding venue. I'm one of a number of people who mentioned it. The staff couldn't do enough for you and sometimes anticipated your needs. They are a credit to the supervisor, who herself was excellent, the establishment and the town. Guys, you're superstars. read more