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# Sovereign Stays: Heritage Comfort at Ballarat’s Heartbeat
Apartment in Ballarat, near Sovereign Hill
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- Location
- Amenities
- Policies
Close to Sovereign Hill, Sovereign Stays: Heritage Comfort at Ballarat’s Heartbeat provides amenities like laundry facilities.
## Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
### Entire apartment
2 bedrooms1 bathroom
## Popular amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Air conditioning
## Add dates for prices
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## About this property
### Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
### Sovereign Stays: Heritage Comfort at Ballarat’s Heartbeat
Step into comfort and character at Sovereign Stays, your beautifully appointed two-bedroom brick apartment just a stone’s throw from Sovereign Hill—Australia’s iconic open-air museum that brings gold rush history to life.
Located in one of Ballarat's most sought-after heritage precincts, this charming retreat is only 150 meters from the world-renowned Ballarat Sanctuary Day Spa, winner of the World’s Best Luxury Spa Award (2021) and Australia’s BEST Luxury Day Spa (2019 & 2021)—making it the perfect haven for rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation. The Space
Two stylish and cosy bedrooms
One elegant bathroom
Fully equipped kitchen and dining area
Comfortable lounge with smart TV
Private, sun-drenched courtyard
Whether you’re a couple, a small family, or travelling for a romantic escape, Sovereign Stays blends historic charm with contemporary comfort.
🌟 Why You'll Love It
Directly adjacent to Sovereign Hill
Spa escape just around the corner (150m walk)
Bus stop out front for easy town access
Dining options galore within walking distance
Ballarat Wildlife Park, Ballarat Observatory, and Town Centre all within minutes
A short drive to Lake Wendouree, the Ballarat Botanical Gardens, Art Gallery of Ballarat, and the famed Arch of Victory.
## Property amenities
### Internet
- Available in the apartment: Internet access
### Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
### Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
### Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
### Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
### Pets
- No pets allowed
### Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
### Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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## Policies
### Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
### Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
### Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
### Pets
Pets not allowed
### Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
### Events
No events allowed
### Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
## Important information
### You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
## About the area
Golden Point (Ballarat), a neighborhood in Ballarat, is home to this apartment. Sovereign Hill and Gold Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ballarat Golf Club and The Tangled Maze. Eureka Aquatic Center and Ballarat Bird World are also worth visiting. [Visit our Ballarat travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballarat.dx5914)
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### What's nearby
- 
Sovereign Hill
5 min walk \- 0.5 km
- 
Gold Museum
5 min walk \- 0.5 km
- 
Ballarat Town Hall
3 min drive \- 2.7 km
- Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
5 min walk \- 0.5 km
- Her Majesty's Theatre
3 min drive \- 2.3 km
### Getting around
- Ballarat Station
6 min drive
- Avalon Airport (AVV)
75 min drive
### Restaurants
- Sovereign Cafe
19 min walk
- McDonald's
2 min drive
- Hope Bakery
19 min walk
- The Grapes Hotel
2 min drive
- Cubby Haus Brewing
3 min drive
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## Sovereign Stays: Heritage Comfort at Ballarat’s Heartbeat Reviews
## Reviews
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### Exceptional
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