Title: Golden Plains by Tiny Away - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248634384092489&destination=Ross+Creek%2C+Victoria%2C+Australia&selected=96804598&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Golden Plains by Tiny Away ## Photo gallery for Golden Plains by Tiny Away ![Property grounds - Golden Plains by Tiny Away (Ross Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96810000/96804600/96804598/05b62749.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils - Golden Plains by Tiny Away (Ross Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96810000/96804600/96804598/beaa92e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace - Golden Plains by Tiny Away (Ross Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96810000/96804600/96804598/c0e87fa2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Golden Plains by Tiny Away (Ross Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96810000/96804600/96804598/ff3ded45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets - Golden Plains by Tiny Away (Ross Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96810000/96804600/96804598/bac33587.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Golden Plains by Tiny Away, a charming off-grid tiny home in rural Victoria. Enjoy the surrounding open fields and dense woods while unwinding with modern amenities like a well-equipped kitchenette and cozy loft bed. Explore nearby attractions such as Ballarat Tramway Museum, Enfield State Park, or take scenic bushwalking trails. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2155 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - 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. ### Golden Plains by Tiny Away Summary: Spend your next countryside weekend getaway at Golden Plains 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: Golden Plains 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. It's the perfect off-grid experience with a well-equipped kitchenette, pot-bellied stove, queen-sized bed up in the loft, and a couch on the ground floor. A cozy 157-square tiny home with all the modern amenities of home, with a kitchenette and cooking tools including cutlery, and a portable electric cooler fridge. These amenities include an eco-friendly compost toilet, hand basin, and shower (gas-heated for hot showers). IMPORTANT NOTE: Please take note that this tiny house is an off-grid unit that runs on solar energy. To avoid power outages, conserve energy during the day and use it only when necessary. As an added note, there are two holiday homes on the property, "Gold Meadows" and "Gold Fields," that are not solar-powered. If you're booking for a group, they are available with 24 hours' notice in advance. Guest Access: Guests will have access to the tiny home and its surrounding areas, except the land host's private residence. PLEASE READ: Guests are advised to conserve energy, bring a portable power bank, and charge devices in advance, as electricity may be limited on low-light days, though USB ports will be provided for essential charging. The Neighborhood: Golden Plains 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 WiFi \- Solar-powered \- No smoking allowed on the property \- No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed \- Wood fire box is available to provide heat inside \- Good mobile reception for Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone \- 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 \- Make sure to close the windows and doors, turn off the lights and electronics (e.g., especially chargers) Guest Advisory \- No pets are allowed until the electric fence is installed, for the safety of both pets and people \- 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: \- BBQ grills and outdoor fire pits are not available during a total fire ban \- Due to the nature of the property, abundant wildlife may be present on the property \- Please be advised that there will be other guests as there are two other tiny houses on the property \- For stays of 5 nights or more, an additional cleaning fee will be collected to help maintain our compost toilet and ensure a clean and fresh experience for all guests. We appreciate your understanding. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In the mountains ### 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 - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 155 square feet ## Similar properties ![Gift shop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1700000/1697600/1697570/b1932d1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### RACV Goldfields Resort Creswick - Pool - Hot tub - 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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 6319955bf96e960034dff6d6 ## About the area Located in Ross Creek, this vacation home is in the mountains. Sovereign Hill and Ballarat Tramway Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ballarat Bird World and Ballarat Aquatic and Leisure Centre. [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 Base Hospital 25 min drive \- 20.9 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 Golden Plains by Tiny Away pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Golden Plains by Tiny Away? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Golden Plains by Tiny Away? ### What time is check-out at Golden Plains by Tiny Away? ### Where is Golden Plains by Tiny Away located? ## Have a question? 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