Title: Pound Hill Cottage - quiet country getaway - 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 # Pound Hill Cottage - quiet country getaway Family-friendly cottage in Ballarat ## Photo gallery for Pound Hill Cottage - quiet country getaway ![Property grounds - Pound Hill Cottage - quiet country getaway (Miners Rest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33567000/33566938/0c4857e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Pound Hill Cottage - quiet country getaway (Miners Rest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33567000/33566938/b2d70ab5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Pound Hill Cottage - quiet country getaway (Miners Rest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33567000/33566938/75f091c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Pound Hill Cottage - quiet country getaway (Miners Rest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33567000/33566938/bceab8a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi - Pound Hill Cottage - quiet country getaway (Miners Rest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33567000/33566938/de66784b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities at Pound Hill Cottage - quiet country getaway. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Pound Hill Cottage - quiet country getaway Pound Hill Cottage is situated in a relaxing country aspect only 15 mins to Ballarat CDB and 7 mins to Wendouree, making it the perfect spot to stay when visiting the Ballarat Begonia Festival, Wendouree Performing Arts Centre, race days at the Ballarat Dowling Forest Race Course or South Street competitions. Pound Hill Cottage has 3 bedrooms including a cosy queen size bed in one room and 2x single beds in the other two bedrooms. A port a cot is also available on request at no extra charge (guests must provide their own cot linen) All other clean and cosy linen and towels is provided. The bathroom which is newly renovated includes a shower with shampoo, conditioner and body wash. A heated towel rail adds a touch of luxury. The fully equipped kitchen includes a microwave, dishwasher, high chair and complimentary tea, coffee and milk. There is a warm wood fireplace with firewood included making it perfect for Winter escapes. There is a split system for heating and air conditioning for the Summer months. A single car lock up garage is attached to the cottage for security for your car. Laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer. All located on our 10 acre property with a private entrance in a beautiful country setting with amazing views and sunsets. Sit on the verandah and enjoy the serenity. Sorry no pets allowed onsite inside or outside. Any pets visiting or staying will result in termination of your stay and an extra pet cleaning fee payable. No smoking or vaping allowed please. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22770000/22764300/22764205/63b16e32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 'Trendy Inner City Cottage with all the modern conveniences - Central Cottage' Golden Point (Ballarat) - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 232 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=22764205&PinnedHotelID=22764205&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114210000/114210000/114209948/132033e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Just off the beautiful Lake Wendouree, fully fenced, dog friendly, air cond Lake Wendouree - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 16 reviews CA $148 CA $238 total includes taxes & fees Dec 14 - Dec 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=114209948&PinnedHotelID=114209948&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109730000/109722300/109722259/462d71ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy 3 Bedroom Family Cottage In The Heart Of Ballarat Brown Hill - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 6.0 31 reviews CA $194 CA $306 total includes taxes & fees Dec 7 - Dec 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=109722259&PinnedHotelID=109722259&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23670000/23663000/23662999/69a66fac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ballarat's Best Location - Cardigan House - By the Lake Lake Wendouree - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 130 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=23662999&PinnedHotelID=23662999&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25140000/25137700/25137698/bb221a2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Accommodation on Soldiers' Hill Soldiers Hill - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 31 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=25137698&PinnedHotelID=25137698&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99250000/99246900/99246857/w1024h680x0y3-1ad3b3b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walk to Sovereign Hill, Cafes & Shops from this historic, pet-friendly villa. 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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 175089 ## About the area ![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-37.47405%2C143.76596&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rJbJNhZQZ9OnKUKsyIe1xmW_RrA=) Miners Rest, VIC #### What's nearby - Miners Rest Park \- 3 min drive \- 4.2 km - James Court Reserve \- 4 min drive \- 3.4 km - Miners Rest Wetlands \- 4 min drive \- 4.9 km - Ballarat Botanical Gardens \- 9 min drive \- 11.7 km - Lake Wendouree \- 10 min drive \- 11.7 km #### Getting around - Ballarat Station - 12 min drive - Avalon Airport (AVV) - 86 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Roll'd - ‬9 min drive - ‪Boost - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Wildseed Cafe - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pound Hill Cottage - quiet country getaway pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Pound Hill Cottage - quiet country getaway? ### What time is check-out at Pound Hill Cottage - quiet country getaway? ### Where is Pound Hill Cottage - quiet country getaway located? ## Have a question? 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