Title: This house is a 3 bedroom(s), 1 bathrooms, located in Ballarat Central, VIC. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # This house is a 3 bedroom(s), 1 bathrooms, located in Ballarat Central, VIC. Vacation home with kitchen, near Sovereign Hill ## Photo gallery for This house is a 3 bedroom(s), 1 bathrooms, located in Ballarat Central, VIC. ![TV, fireplace, offices - This house is a 3 bedroom(s), 1 bathrooms, located in Ballarat Central, VIC. (Ballarat Central)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119590000/119587700/119587662/2267dbd9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - This house is a 3 bedroom(s), 1 bathrooms, located in Ballarat Central, VIC. 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(Ballarat Central)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119590000/119587700/119587662/34a02b49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Sovereign Hill, This house is a 3 bedroom(s), 1 bathrooms, located in Ballarat Central, VIC. provides amenities like a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom3961 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### This house is a 3 bedroom(s), 1 bathrooms, located in Ballarat Central, VIC. Let us welcome you to our gorgeous Magnolia Cottage located in the centre of Ballarat! A new central heating system makes for a very warm & cosy stay and a reverse cycle AC for the warmer months. 2 luxurious king-size beds and 2 king single beds comfortably accommodate children or adults, plus portacot (BYO cot linen). Located in the heart of vibrant & historic Ballarat, this renovated 3 bedroom home is filled with character & charm. Free parking; secure and undercover via rear access. Our contact details are located in the guest information folder. We live locally and are available if you need assistance during your stay. Magnolia Cottage provides the convenience of location which also means there can be some road noise from time to time. The cottage is very centrally located, a short drive or walking distance to different places of interest: Less than a minute walk to a local pub serving dinner Wednesday to Sunday nights 3 minute drive / 10 minute walk to the Main Street and dining precinct of Ballarat. 4 minute drive / 18 minute walk to Ballarat Train Station 2 minute drive / 8 minute walk to Ballarat’s Central Square Shopping centre (inc. Myer and Target) 3 minute drive / 6 minute walk to Federation University’s Lydiard Street Campus 4 minute drive / 18 minute walk to 3 different supermarkets 3 minute drive to Her Majesty’s Theatre 4 minute drive to Sovereign Hill 5 minute drive to Lake Wendouree 7 minute drive to Ballarat Wildlife Park 10 minute drive to Selkirk Basketball Stadium and Minderdome 4 minute drive to St John of God Hospital and Ballarat Base Hospital Guests can access the entire cottage. We do ask that you only use the bedrooms you need during your stay to help us efficiently prepare for our next guests. No additional guests or visitors are permitted without prior host approval and booking / cost adjustments if necessary. The maximum number of guests allowed is strictly 6 excluding infants in a portacot. The cottage offers 2 king-size beds that are so comfy you won’t want to get out of them! The equally comfy king single beds are large enough so the house can easily sleep 6 adults. The first king room has two robes for storage. The second king room has a gorgeous brick feature wall, an infrared electric fireplace, and a hanging rail for clothes storage and double doors to a private deck with chairs and a coffee table. There is a dedicated workspace in this room. A computer monitor, keyboard & mouse can be found in the hallway cupboard. High speed NBN internet is available on a Wi-Fi network. The third bedroom has two generous sized king single beds. A portacot is available free of charge when you bring your own cot linen. The beautifully renovated modern bathroom includes double basins, a huge walk in shower with rain head and hand held outlets and gorgeous freestanding bath. An instantaneous hot water system and strong water pressure mean no running out of hot water! The newly renovated kitchen includes everything you will need; dishwasher, Bosch oven, Miele gas cooktop, microwave and full size fridge. Fully equipped with cooking utensils and cookware for your use. There is a kettle and 4 slice toaster plus a Nespresso coffee machine and milk frother. Coffee pods, a selection teas, and individual portions of sugar are provided. An extendable dining table seating up to 6 people for meals or meetings. There are two x 3 seater couches, and a 55” smart tv in the living area. Netflix and board games are also available. Central gas heating is a must in Provincial Victoria and will ensure your stay is warm and cosy. The cottage also has a split system to cool the cottage on warmer days. On the outdoor rear deck there is a large dining table and chairs. This leads to the undercover carport that is accessible via a secure remote garage door with rear access to the property. The cottage was built in 1910 and has recently been renovated to combine beautiful heritage features with modern finishes and amenities. Given the home is over 100 years old it has plenty of character. We’ve included some additional information in the guest book. There is a bus stop directly out the front of the property. Taxis and ubers operate locally. The Ballarat train station is a 3 minute drive, or 15 minute walk away. Magnolia Cottage provides the convenience of location which means there can be some road noise from time to time. It's a short drive or within walking distance to many different places of interest: 3 minute drive / 10 minute walk to the Main Street and dining precinct of Ballarat. 4 minute drive / 18 minute walk to Ballarat Train Station 2 minute drive / 8 minute walk to Ballarat’s Central Square Shopping centre (inc. Myer and Target) 3 minute drive / 6 minute walk to Federation University’s Lydiard Street Campus 4 minute drive / 18 minute walk to 3 different supermarkets 3 minute drive to Her Majesty’s Theatre 4 minute drive to Sovereign Hill 5 minute drive to Lake Wendouree 7 minute drive to Ballarat Wildlife Park 9 minute drive to Selkirk Basketball Stadium and Minderdome 4 minute drive to St John of God Hospital and Ballarat Base Hospital ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 3,961 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119590000/119587700/119587650/bbc2131b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relax and unwind in this quirky, art-filled retreat in Ballarat North Ballarat North - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $185 CA $251 total includes taxes & fees Feb 2 - Feb 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=119587650&PinnedHotelID=119587650&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/104000000/103990900/103990802/6dd6628b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shed House Lux Farm Stay Buninyong - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Game room [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=103990802&PinnedHotelID=103990802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, offices, computer monitors](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96970000/96969400/96969381/82bde297_edited_ef56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Welcome to Luxury on Webster, your ideal home away from home, now featuring a dedicated workspace. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 4c2fa71a-7778-42cd-8c42-c973f2570eb3 ## About the area Ballarat Central, a neighborhood in Ballarat, is home to this vacation home. Sovereign Hill and Her Majesty's Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include St Patrick's Cathedral and Eureka Hall. Eureka Aquatic Center and Ballarat Bird World are also worth visiting. 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