7 of the best places to try glamping in Victoria this autumn

Forget about pitching a tent. Let someone else do all the hard work and enjoy a night under the stars in comfort and glamour.

Relax at Peninsula Hot Springs. Photo: Supplied.

Glamping (glamorous camping) is a great way to explore Victoria in comfort, minus all the effort.

Ranging from cozy to ultra-luxe, these special places will transform your trip into a holiday to remember.

Whether you are planning a romantic getaway or a family adventure, we have tracked down some of the best glamping experiences our great state has to offer.

Get more autumn travel inspo and ideas in Space magazine, available free with today’s Sunday Herald Sun.

Cosy Tents, Daylesford. Photo: Supplied.

ROMANTIC GLAMPING

Cosy Tents, Daylesford

Tucked away on an 11ha private property, the bell tents are fully furnished with all your camping essentials.

Sit by the camp fire, sleep under the stars and enjoy the fresh air.

Spoil yourself with a wine and cheese package, which includes a bottle of Mount Franklin Mafic pinot grigio.

Balgownie Estate in Bendigo. Photo: Supplied.

VINEYARD GLAMPING

Balgownie Estate, Bendigo

Hidden away among vineyards and untouched bushland sit 15 luxurious tents offering stunning views of the surrounds.

Take the open-plan safari tent luxe option and relax in the claw foot bathtub on the private deck with a glass of award-winning wine in hand.

Glamping essentials such as queen-size bed, ensuite, split-system airconditioning and mini-bar ensure you will have a comfortable stay.

Notel in Melbourne. Photo: Supplied.

URBAN GLAMPING

Notel, Melbourne

With six chrome airstream trailers perched on a CBD rooftop, this is not your typical caravan park.

The fully renovated abodes boast queen-size beds with organic cotton sheets, free stocked mini-bar and Netflix.

Like the hidden laneways below, it’s very Melbourne and oh-so Insta-worthy.

Peninsula Hot Springs Glamping. Photo: Supplied.

WELLNESS GLAMPING

Peninsula Hot Springs, Fingal

Designed for pure relaxation, the 10 premium tents have private decks, ensuites, king beds, walk-in robes, custom furniture and thermally heated concreted floors.

Guests have access to all bathing options including overnight bathing, movement class and fire and ice activity.

Koondrook Retreat in Gannawarra. Photo: Supplied.

ACTIVE GLAMPING

Koondrook Retreat, Gannawarra

Nestled on Gunbower Creek, the six fully equipped safari-style tents have stunning water views.

Go fishing, kayaking, canoeing or boating on the creek and on the nearby Murray River.

Try one of the many bushwalks, or stroll the easy 200m into town for a coffee or a bite to eat then explore the historic township.

Phillip Island Glamping. Photo: Supplied.

BEACHSIDE GLAMPING

Phillip Island Glamping

Step out of your tent and straight on to the sand dunes.

Leave the hard work to the experts who will set up and customise your tent to your needs.

Everything from bedding to board games is supplied.

You even get to pick the site. There are many locations to set up camp, but the Cowes foreshore is the most popular.

Children welcome.

Glamping on French Island. Photo: Supplied.

ECO-FRIENDLY GLAMPING

French Island Glamping

Accessible only by boat, this hidden treasure has 5m bell tents with queen-sized beds and daily room service. Indulge in a glass of French Island wine as the sun goes down and listen to the kookaburras while you sit beside the campfire. Enjoy the romance of camping under the stars in an ecologically friendly way; the development is serviced by standalone solar power and tank water.

Get more autumn travel inspo and ideas in Space magazine, available with today’s Sunday Herald Sun.