Title: Gold Fields by Tiny Away - 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 # Gold Fields by Tiny Away Vacation home in Ross Creek with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Gold Fields by Tiny Away ![1 bedroom, bed sheets - Gold Fields by Tiny Away (Ross Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87690000/87683700/87683656/505ecc61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Gold Fields by Tiny Away (Ross Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87690000/87683700/87683656/w1004h1536x20y0-40cf633d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Gold Fields by Tiny Away (Ross Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87690000/87683700/87683656/971b3571.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Gold Fields by Tiny Away (Ross Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87690000/87683700/87683656/b399c28a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster - Gold Fields by Tiny Away (Ross Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87690000/87683700/87683656/9ad8f074.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Gold Fields by Tiny Away, where panoramic views and city lights in the distance meet rural charm. Enjoy scenic walks and rides through Ross Creek's open fields, dense woods, and farm animals on a 15-minute drive from Ballarat. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2155 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Mountain view ## 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. ### Gold Fields by Tiny Away Summary: Spend your next countryside weekend getaway at Gold Fields by Tiny Away, Victoria. Where you can take in to enjoy the surrounding open fields, dense woods, and farm animals. The tiny home is close to panoramic views, city lights in the distance, walking and riding trails, and the city of Ballarat, which is only a 15-minute drive away. We’re just an hour’s drive from Melbourne, and everything Ross Creek has to offer. #TinyHouseVictoria #HolidayHomes The Space: Gold Fields by Tiny Away is located in a rural area of the Golden Plains Shire, only 16 minutes from Ballarat and other attractions such as the Ballarat Tramway Museum, Enfield State Park, Bluestone Cafe, and Such N Such Cafe are a few of the recommended attractions our vacationers enjoy. A cozy 139-square-foot tiny home with easy access to water, split air conditioning, a kitchenette, cooking equipment, and excellent bathroom facilities. These amenities include an eco-friendly cassette toilet with a removable waste-holding tank, hand basin, and shower (gas heated for hot showers) for you to use. IMPORTANT NOTE: If you're booking for a group, we also have "Golden Plains and Gold Meadows," available with 24 hours' notice, ensuring you have even more cozy holiday homes to enjoy. Guest Access: Guests will have access to the tiny home and its surrounding areas, except the land host's private residence. The Neighborhood: Gold Fields by Tiny Away sits in a small town in Golden Plains Shire near Ballarat, Victoria. Where you can enjoy scenic views, natural parks, bushwalking, and bike riding trails. You can also visit some of our local favourites such as Ballarat Tramway Museum, Bluestone Cafe, and Such N Such Cafe. Meet native Australian animals at Ballarat Wildlife Park, or hike the bushland trails of Enfield State Park and Boden’s Water Race. Don’t miss Nimmons Bridge, an impressive historic timber trestle and the fourth tallest of its kind in Victoria. For active visitors, the Ballarat Walking Trails offer 22 picturesque routes for hiking and cycling, including paths around Lake Wendouree and the famed Goldfields Track. Getting Around: By car: \- 8 km drive to and from Smythsdale \- 17min (or 18km) drive to and from Ballarat \- 1 hr and 40 min (or 138 km) drive from Melbourne By public transport: \- Train or bus from Melbourne to Ballarat train station are available, or you can take an Uber or taxi to the property \- Please note that bus runs from general store on Tuesday and Thursday Other Things to Note: \- No smoking allowed on the property \- Firewood costs $25 per wheel burrow load \- No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed \- Good mobile reception for Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone \- Expect other guests as there are two holiday homes on-site \- BBQ grills and outdoor fire pit available, except total fire bans \- Please do not enter animal paddocks or yards without the land host's permission \- Please note that we have a pet dog, an old horse, 7 sheep, and 2 dams on our property \- We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge Guest Advisory \- No pets allowed until electric fence is built to prevent neighbor's dogs from coming into the property \- Please advise that there will be some animal and tractor noise during your stay with us as we are a working farm that cares for animals and crops. Important note: \- Due to the nature of the property, abundant wildlife may be present on the property \- For stays of 5 nights or more, an additional cleaning fee will be collected to help maintain our cassette toilet and ensure a clean and fresh experience for all guests. We appreciate your understanding. Interaction with Guests: Guests will enjoy your own private space but we are always happy to chat with you. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 155 square feet ## Similar properties ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/423700/423681/e207cd04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Main Lead Ballarat Motel Golden Point (Ballarat) - 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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 62e6a5964938740034b04afc ## About the area Ross Creek is home to this vacation home. Sovereign Hill and St Patrick's Cathedral are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Haddon Common Bushland Reserve and Woady Yallock River-Smythesdale Streamside Reserve. Ballarat Bird World and Eureka Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. [Visit our Ross Creek travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ross-Creek.dx553248634384092489) [View more Vacation homes in Ross Creek](https://www.expedia.ca/Ross-Creek-Private-Vacation-Homes.d553248634384092489-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-37.65574%2C143.76219&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TThc6LmmjG6_NoCO-IfsKiPkGYg=) Ross Creek, Victoria ### What's nearby - ![Summer nights](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526966065/21f62db3-60c7-491b-9b7a-6a0c182db0e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Wendouree 23 min drive \- 18.7 km - ![Ballarat featuring heritage architecture and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635153768828/7b6bc75c-0a93-4dfb-9563-317d066cc995.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ballarat Town Hall 24 min drive \- 20.6 km - ![Sovereign Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141969/f0b1d9f4-ffc5-40ef-9fb1-39313b11fe1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sovereign Hill 25 min drive \- 23.6 km - Ballarat Botanical Gardens 23 min drive \- 19.4 km - St John of God Hospital Ballarat 25 min drive \- 20.9 km ### Getting around - Ballarat Station 26 min drive ### Restaurants - Wildseed Café 12 min drive - Starbucks 12 min drive - Guzman Y Gomaz 12 min drive - The Groove Train 12 min drive - Akita Sushi 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gold Fields by Tiny Away pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Gold Fields by Tiny Away? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Gold Fields by Tiny Away? ### What time is check-out at Gold Fields by Tiny Away? ### Where is Gold Fields by Tiny Away located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gold Fields by Tiny Away Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Reece Nov 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Loved this Tiny House! Beautiful and peaceful with a great view. Even allowed us to check in early which was great! ##### Reece Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jessica m. Jul 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tiny house Perfect stay for a couple 100% recommended ##### jessica m. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023