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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Smart TV, fireplace, books
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Golden Point, VIC
  • Place, Sovereign Hill
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Her Majesty's Theatre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballarat Town Hall
    ‪15 min walk‬

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About the area

Ballarat

A family-friendly stay in Ballarat awaits you at this villa. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Sovereign Hill and Her Majesty's Theatre. .Villa features free WiFi, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a dining area and a Smart TV are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.

What's nearby

  • Sovereign Hill - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Her Majesty's Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lake Esmond Botanical Garden - 15 min walk - 1.3 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
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Drive Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Okami - ‬13 min walk

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.

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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

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 welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Walk to Sovereign Hill, Cafes & Shops from this historic, pet-friendly villa. have a pool?

No, this villa doesn't have a pool.

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

You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ, highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Walk to Sovereign Hill, Cafes & Shops from this historic, pet-friendly villa. is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Walk to Sovereign Hill, Cafes & Shops from this historic, pet-friendly villa. ?

No, Walk to Sovereign Hill, Cafes & Shops from this historic, pet-friendly villa. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

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

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 41 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property, beautifully presented. A real taste of the bygone Victorian era with a lot of attention given to period style decor. We very much enjoyed our stay and would definitely visit again for longer next time.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a good stay, the chickens needed attention, but the place was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joe m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a step back into the past, one of a kind accomodation, brilliantly located, and a real experiance.... was great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charm & Character, a wonderful property very much enjoyed by all.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Megan W.

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

Experience Historic Accommodation

Loads of historic character with antique furnishings but all amenities you need. Very accessible to the CBD.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall we had a wonderful stay and thoroughly enjoyed the historic aspects of the house.We were warm and cozy over some freezing temperatures.Thanks for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sergio B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Historical Stay

Wonderful setting to step back in time & truly embrace a cultural experience of influential forefathers of Ballarat with English overtones. A beautiful overall experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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