The Country Cottage: Leafy Ballarat Hideaway

Entire cottage in Redan, Australia

4 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 beds · 1.5 bathrooms
Moments from central Ballarat, this delightful country cottage offers an idyllic getaway set up for families. Delve into the region’s distinct arts culture, meander its historic streets, dine at award winning restaurants and experience close encounters with Australian animals at Ballarat Wildlife Park.

Come home to enjoy a spacious lounge room, dining room flowing straight out to the backyard and three cosy bedrooms, plus a dedicated nursery perfect for those travelling with little ones.
The space
The historic city of Ballarat offers a fantastic weekend escape with plenty of attractions to keep you busy. From Sovereign Hill – one of Victoria’s most popular tourist sights – to scenic gardens, art galleries and a boutique wine scene, there’s something to suit all tastes.

Less than five minutes’ drive from the town centre, this cottage combines country charm with all the modern conveniences of home. It boasts light and bright interiors flowing to a back porch and leafy garden.

There is a large dining table for meals at home and a full kitchen kitted with an oven, stove and microwave. Make use of the TV in the lounge room, plus an L-shaped red leather sofa and electric heater to keep you snug year round.

The property includes four bedrooms, each dressed in hotel quality linens for a good night’s sleep. The main bedroom has a queen-sized bed, while bedrooms two and three each contain a single bed. The fourth bedroom is set up as a nursery and includes a cot, change table and plenty of toys.

There is one full bathroom with a shower, toilet and basin, along with a second toilet and internal laundry with a washing machine.

Guests will have access to parking for one car in the driveway and free street parking out front.
Guest access
During your stay, you and your group will have the entire cottage to yourself. Please make yourself at home!
Other things to note
Please read and respect the house rules. This is very much appreciated, thank you! Before your arrival, we will also share a house guide that contains instructions on how to access the property, use certain appliances, and anything else you may need to know.

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Bedrooms

Bedroom 1

1 queen bed

Bedroom 2

1 single bed

Bedroom 3

1 single bed

Bedroom 4

1 cot

Amenities

  • Hair dryer
  • Cleaning products
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Hot water
  • Shower gel
  • Free washer – In unit
  • Ethernet connection
  • TV
  • Kitchen
  • Free carport on premises – 1 space

4.8 · 10 Reviews

Daniel
Daniel
9 years on Airbnb
1 week ago

Took the family for a long weekend in Ballarat. Accommodation was great and didn't have any major issues. The full cot setup was great with our youngest being 2 - didn't have to bring along a portacot which takes up half of the boot! The property was very clean and it had everything required for a comfortable stay. The location was good and fairly central to Kryal Castle, Sovereign Hill and the Ballarat wildlife park which we visited. At most a 15 minute drive to each. Would recommend to others looking to stay in or near Ballarat.

Justine
Justine
5 months on Airbnb
1 month ago

I liked their communication style and I had a lovely, peaceful stay. The only thing that was a little annoying was the traffic noise in the front two rooms. However, the noise would die out during the evenings and the back two rooms are peacful and quiet. They did a great job and I would recommend this place, which is rare for me to say! 😄

Catherine
Catherine
2 years on Airbnb
3 months ago

We enjoyed our few days here. Had everything we needed.

Mary-Jo
Mary-Jo
6 years on Airbnb
5 months ago

We had a great stay. Everything we needed. Comfy beds. Easy in and out. Suited what we needed perfectly

Jonathan
Jonathan
6 years on Airbnb
5 months ago

Such a fantastic spot for the family, so seamless, look forward to staying again.

Location

Neighbourhood highlights

House Rules

  • Check-in: 15:00 – 23:00
  • Checkout before 10:00
  • Self check-in with lockbox
  • 4 guests maximum
  • No pets
  • Quiet hours
  • No parties or events
  • No commercial photography
  • No smoking
  • Additional rules
    By booking this property, you're agreeing to our simple house rules—nothing wild, just the essentials to keep everyone happy and the space sparkling for the next guests! Please review the agreement in your guest portal and house guides (digital & print) 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.
  • Throw rubbish away
  • Turn things off
  • Return keys
  • Lock up

Safety & Property

  • Exterior security cameras on property
  • Carbon monoxide alarm installed
  • Smoke alarm installed
  • Potential for noise

Property Manager Terms

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

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