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Llanfyllin House, a historic 3-bedroom villa built in the late 1800s, is located near Ballarat's major tourist attractions. Unwind by the open fireplace in the master bedroom or enjoy luxurious French linen bedding and piano playing. Take a stroll down to Sovereign Hill & The Gold Museum within walking distance.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Walk to Sovereign Hill, Cafes & Shops from this historic, pet-friendly villa.

Llanfyllin House was built as a wedding gift for the daughter of a prominent local businessman & politician in the late 1800's, and this beautiful 3 bedroom villa reflects the prosperity of goldrush good fortune.

Located 90 minutes from Melbourne, the residence is centrally located to all of Ballarat's major tourist attractions, vibrant food & wine scene and is surrounded by parks & nature walks. Llanfyllin House remains largely as it was when originally built and has been painstakingly furnished true to the era, providing guests an immersive, historic Ballarat experience - right down to the chickens in the backyard.

Open fireplaces in living, dining & master bedroom, luxurious French linen bedding, piano, formal dining room & sun filled deck area within fully enclosed & private backyard, suitable for pets. Walking distance to Sovereign Hill & The Gold Museum, shopping, cafe's & restaurants, parks & nature trails.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • 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
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
By prior arrangement only.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: By prior arrangement only.
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 neighbourhood in Ballarat, is home to this villa. Sovereign Hill and Gold Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Her Majesty's Theatre and St Patrick's Cathedral. Travelling with kids? Consider Eureka Aquatic Center, or check out an event or a game at Eureka Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Golden Point, VIC

What's nearby

  • Sovereign Hill - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Gold Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Her Majesty's Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ballarat Town Hall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Art Gallery of Ballarat - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Ballarat Station - 19 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sovereign Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hope Bakery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Grapes Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Yellow Espresso - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪New York Bakery - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to Sovereign Hill, Cafes & Shops from this historic, pet-friendly villa. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Walk to Sovereign Hill, Cafes & Shops from this historic, pet-friendly villa. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Sovereign Hill, Cafes & Shops from this historic, pet-friendly villa. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Sovereign Hill, Cafes & Shops from this historic, pet-friendly villa. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Sovereign Hill, Cafes & Shops from this historic, pet-friendly villa. located?

Located in Golden Point (Ballarat), this family-friendly Ballarat villa is within a 15-minute walk of Sovereign Hill, Gold Museum and Her Majesty's Theatre. Lake Esmond Botanical Garden and Lake Esmond are also within 1 mile (2 km). Ballarat Station is 19 minutes by foot.

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Walk to Sovereign Hill, Cafes & Shops from this historic, pet-friendly villa. 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janine O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was absolutely stunning. Very spacious and roomy. Decor was beautiful and suiyed the history of the house. Very Pet friendly, our dogs had the best time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely heritage home.

A lovely home away from home. Great style and features throughout. Good location with parking out front. Enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovley Home

Great place to stay, clean, lots of room, quite, comftibal, real country hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Property is close to town and transport. Perfect holiday
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Myself, my daughter and her two friends all had a wonderful stay for two nights. Beds are super comfortable and the heating kept us toasty on cold days and nights. We appreciated all the little attentions to detail and the gorgeous decor. The house is simply stunning. Lots of rooms to spread out in. Thanks for a wonderful short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great break in Ballarat

Beautiful period home in leafy surroundings. Comfortable, spacious and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property, great location

We had a group staying here for a girls weekend. The house is absolutely stunning with plenty of space for everyone. So many thoughtful touches and such an easy location to get around, easy walking distance to cafes and town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful window into the 1800s in a stunning period Home!

We loved how Jo has eloquently styled this property to fit its era in the beautiful colonial Ballarat featuring period decor to make you feel as though you are really in sovereign Hill! It’s a perfect getaway to visit sovereign Hill and the surrounding township… we absolutely loved it and cannot wait to revisit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Lovely period property. Had a great time with the family and Miniature Schnauzer. The back yard is well secured for small dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience-step back in time

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Beds incredibly comfortable and house thoughtfully presented. It was in keeping with our visit to Sovereign Hill. Our kids learnt a lot from their stay and its historic touches.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One night stay in Ballarat

Beautifully appointed historical house. Luscious bedding. We loved seeing the girls (chooks) in the backyard- that made it feel even more authentic.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick family getaway

We had a one night stay in my old hometown of Ballarat. The house was around the corner from sovereign hill, within walking distance of a great cafe and a quick drive to supermarkets. We loved the house and all the detail! It had a very homely feel, was warm and beds very cosy. And loved the fresh eggs for breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loren I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous!

We loved our stay. All the detail in styling the property and providing all the special moments. The house is like a big warm hug. Loved the linen and towels too (going to buy some sets ☺️). Highly recommend for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jiaqi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It has a strong sense of history. The ornaments are crafted with great care. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vintage charm

I was amazed by the lovely styling and fittings. The accommodation was warm and comfortable and I would definitely stay again. Thanks Jo!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrea K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend in Ballarat

Nice quiet weekend taking in Ballarat’s surroundings,Our house was cute and had a lot of old world charm. Easy walk to the Grape Hotel (recommend) a massage from Hot rock spa over the road and fantastic walk down to local shop ‘drive’for breakfast. Yum! House has everything you probably need. Just needs garden neatened up a bit.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Ballarat Property

Where do I begin!!! The house is absolutely stunning, with an elegant and authentic feel. From beautiful linen bedding, attention to detail in the furnishings and freshly laid eggs for breakfast….what a treat! The location was great too. Jo has provided a stay to remember and I can’t wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shiloh D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy Access

The house was really easy to get to and access. Able to communicate efficiently with the property manager along the way. This house is an absolute gem, and some very nicee antiques & rustic staging. Fresh eggs from the resident chickens was a nice touch as well. I only wish it was cold enough during our stay to justify using one of the three wood burning fireplaces.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent option for a stay in Ballarat

I couldn’t believe my good fortune in having the opportunity to have a one night stay at Llanfyllin at relatively short notice with my partner, daughter & pet Otto in tow. The hospitality provided exceeded our expectations and the efforts by our hosts were second to none. The house is large & comfortable with many surprises inside & out. The location is close to the city centre and the neighbourhood is picturesque. Communication with our hosts was welcoming & professional. We look forward to having a return to Llanfyllin in the future for a longer visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dallas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely historic property, we really enjoyed the original features
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely home base to explore Ballarat from. Our weekend at Kryal Castle was so much more enjoyable knowing that we were coming "home" here each night
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laeticia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing antique stay in Golden Point

Had a wonderful time. The house was charming and cosy. Perfect for a family of 3.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home, great location

Llanfyllin House is a lovely old home, in a very convenient part of Ballarat. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful property! Fabulous decor with every amenity thoughtfully included
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming house good location

A nice little house with period features and some extra touches that made a very pleasant stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024