Period Charm Meets Stylish Living – Walk to CBD

Entire home in Ballarat East, Australia

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 beds · 1 bathroom
Welcome to Scarsdale, a beautifully renovated retreat that blends historic charm with modern comfort. Built in 1890 and over 130 years old, this home has been extensively restored to retain its period features while offering the ultimate in contemporary living.


Book your stay today and experience the perfect balance of history, style, and modern living!
The space
Sleeping up to 6 guests in three cosy queen-sized bedrooms, Scarsdale provides a peaceful, stylish escape. Relax in the spacious lounge that opens onto a grassy outdoor area, or enjoy meals in the separate dining room. The newly renovated kitchen is a chef’s dream, leading to a rear garden shaded by gorgeous trees—perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring.

The luxurious bathroom features a soaking tub and a walk-in shower, adding to the home’s comfort and charm. Additional amenities include air conditioning and heating for year-round comfort, off-street parking (with a fast Tesla-charger), and a location just a 10-minute walk from the centre of Ballarat.

Tastefully decorated with a mix of cosy and quirky touches, Scarsdale is the ideal base for your next getaway, whether you’re here to relax, explore, or both.
Guest access
Full access granted! The entire property is open for you to relax, unwind, and enjoy.
Other things to note
This property is located on a main Ballarat Road (mostly cars). The 3rd bedroom is accessed by stairs.

Brief summary: Built in 1890 (over 130 years old and still thriving), Scarsdale has been extensively renovated to restore the charm and period features of the home, whilst modernising it for ultimate comfort. Scarsdale features fully landscaped gardens, a newly renovated kitchen and bathroom with a soaking tub and walk-in shower, air conditioning & heating, off-street parking (with fast Tesla-charger), and is only a 10-minute walk to the centre of town.

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Amenities

  • Bath
  • Hair dryer
  • Cleaning products
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Hot water
  • Wifi
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Kitchen
  • Free parking on premises
  • Pets allowed

4.87 · 15 Reviews

Leanne
Leanne
10 years on Airbnb
2 months ago

We felt right at home in this cozy warm home. Tastefully decorated, comfortable beds and sitting area. Perfect for our Groodle who could safely have a run outside in the backyard. We couldn’t have asked for more Thank you Leanne OBrien

Janine
Janine
5 years on Airbnb
3 months ago

Lovely, spacious home with everything we needed

Mathew
Mathew
10 years on Airbnb
4 months ago

Secure off street parking made it easy to access house with bags Lovely Period house with new renovation Very Clean and had the staples in the kitchen Lots of heating If I’m being picky the front bedrooms need curtains or plantation shutters to block out the streets lights in front of house Great stay

Lynne
Lynne
9 years on Airbnb
4 months ago

Beautiful and functional but disappointed that there wasn't an indoor wood fire as we had expected.

Kim
Kim
5 months on Airbnb
6 months ago

Beautiful European-style cottage, elegant environment, beautiful and comfortable furniture and appliances, the house is clean and tidy, the bed covers and sheets are new, the kitchen supplies are also new, there is a garage to park, very convenient, the supermarket is also very close, shopping is very convenient, there is a bus stop and train station at the door, transportation is also very convenient, a very perfect trip, I will definitely come back.

Location

House Rules

  • Check-in after 15:00
  • Checkout before 10:00
  • Self check-in with lockbox
  • 6 guests maximum
  • Pets allowed
  • Quiet hours
  • No parties or events
  • No commercial photography
  • No smoking
  • Additional rules
    House Rules To ensure a pleasant stay for everyone, please follow these guidelines: Be Nice: Treat our staff and contractors like the rockstars they are. Smoking: Allowed only outdoors, away from doors and windows. Don’t worry, the plants won’t mind. No Firearms: Leave your slingshots and cannons at home. No Fireworks: Because we don’t want your holiday to end with a bang (literally). No Illegal Activities: We’re not running a crime drama here. Keep It Down: Channel your inner ninja and keep noise levels reasonable. Guest Limit: Only the number of guests listed in the booking can stay overnight. No sneaky sleepovers. No Parties: Let’s keep it cosy, not crazy. Pets: Only dogs are allowed at our properties, and only with prior approval. Check the listing for specific pet rules—Fido deserves a holiday too, but only if we've given the green light! Upon Check-Out Dishes: Wash and put away. Pretend you’re at home and your mum is watching. Turn Off: All lights, heaters, and coolers. Help us save the planet. Pet Cleanup: Don’t leave us any surprises. Clean BBQ: If you used it, give it a scrub. We love a good BBQ, but not the cleanup. Trash: Put it in the correct bins outside. Channel your inner recycling guru. Linens: Don’t wash them. Seriously, we’ve got it covered. If these rules are broken, we may have to cancel your stay with no refund. We really don’t want to do that.
  • Lock up

Safety & Property

  • Carbon monoxide alarm installed
  • Smoke alarm installed
  • Potential for noise
  • Must climb stairs

Property Manager Terms

50% at booking. Remainder 14 days prior to check in.

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