Title: Goldfields house Big spacious bright family home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Goldfields house Big spacious bright family home Holiday home in Ballarat with kitchen ![6 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89470000/89467200/89467149/2a50a15a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89470000/89467200/89467149/e4ef2c36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89470000/89467200/89467149/b55274e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89470000/89467200/89467149/03191062.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89470000/89467200/89467149/96f10fdf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In a great location, this big, bright and spacious home is perfect for family getaways or group bookings. Explore Ballarat's attractions like Sovereign Hill or unwind in the comfort of your own space with Netflix. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Washer - Parking available - 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. ### Goldfields house Big spacious bright family home Big bright and spacious home Perfect for the family getaway or group booking. With a quick easy drive into the town centre this is a great location, Brand new supermarket within walking distance along with park lands restaurants and Sovereign Hill all very close by. Perfect for the Christmas holidays this large family retreat is in a great spot to explore all Ballarat has to offer or just relax and binge your favourite Netflix series. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96690000/96687100/96687075/64dbd52c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Escape with family and friends Ballarat East - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 19 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=96687075&PinnedHotelID=96687075&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63950000/63941300/63941272/w750h500x0y417-fa51a120.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Palace in Ballarat Lake Wendouree - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Laundry 8.0 Very good 1 review £1,214 includes taxes & fees 19 Oct - 20 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=63941272&PinnedHotelID=63941272&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, ping pong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/87000000/86150000/86140200/86140174/7bc58ea8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Stanley. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area Sebastopol, a neighbourhood in Ballarat, is home to this holiday home. Sovereign Hill and St Patrick's Cathedral are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Ballarat Bird World and Eureka Aquatic Center. [Visit our Ballarat travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballarat.dx5914) [View more Holiday homes in Ballarat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballarat-Private-Holiday-Homes.d5914-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-37.600655,143.84535&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7E%7EmdFmx%7DlZ%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%40U%40Q%3FU%40Q%40U%40QBS%40SBQ%40SBSBQBQBUDOBSDQDQBQFQDSDQDQFQFQDOFQFOFQHQFOFMHSFMHOHMHOHOHMJOHKJOHKJMHKLOJKHKJKLKJMLIJILKJILKLILGJILGLILINGLELILENELGNELELCNENELCNCNCLCNANCLANCN%3FNAN%3FNCL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNBN%3FN%40L%3FNBN%40NBN%40LBNBLBNBNDLDNBLDNDLFLDNDLHLDLFNHJHLFLHLFLHJJLHLJJHLHJLJJJJJJJJJNJJJLHJJNHJJNHLHNHNHLFNHLHRFLFNFPHNFPFPDNFPDPFPDPDRDPDPDPBPDRBNDTBP%40PBRBRBP%40R%40RBP%40T%3FP%40T%40P%3FT%40P%3FT%3FP%3FP%3FTAP%3FRARAR%3FPATCPATAPCPCTCPAPCPETCPERCPEPEPEPEPEPGREPGPENGPGPILGRGLGNIPINGLININILINKLIJKNIJKNKJKNKJKJKJKJKJMJKHMJMFKLMFMFMHMHKFOHMHMDMFODMDMHODMDOBMDODO%40MDOBM%40OBO%40OBOBM%3FO%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAO%3FOAO%3FOCMCOAOCMAOCOEMAOEOEMCMEOEMIOEMEMGMEOIMIMGMIKIMGMGMMKGMKKIMKKKMKKKIKKKMOIKKOIKKOIKKMIOIMIOIOIMGOIQGOGMISGQGMGQEOGQGQESEQEQGQCQEQEQCSEQCUCQCQCQAUCQAQCUAQAUAQ%3FSASAS%3FQ%3FU%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lm5kWgzDKhcUCBFklYinwszJ1Ug=) Sebastopol, VIC ### What's nearby - Sovereign Hill - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles - Ballarat Town Hall - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles - Ballarat Base Hospital - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles - St John of God Hospital Ballarat - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles - Lake Wendouree - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles ### Getting around - Ballarat Station - 13 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 74 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive - ‪Akita Sushi - ‬6 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Sovereign Cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Goldfields house Big spacious bright family home pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at Goldfields house Big spacious bright family home? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Goldfields house Big spacious bright family home? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Goldfields house Big spacious bright family home located? > Located in Sebastopol, this holiday home is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Sovereign Hill and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Gold Museum. St Patrick's Cathedral and St John of God Hospital Ballarat are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Goldfields house Big spacious bright family home Reviews 9.4 ### 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hector D. 20 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing holiday! This exiting and authentic place to stay! ##### Hector D. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pamela W. 30 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family weekend We had a family wedding in Ballarat and this house was perfect . Warm , clean and tidy with comfortable beds and 2 new bathrooms. ##### Pamela W. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Jenny C. 23 Oct 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Overall good Great for a large group, good location, quiet area, some attention to detail needed but our stay was not affected by this ##### Jenny C. Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Graham H. 9 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cycling Event with Puppy in Tow Good sized home with small yard and room for a family or group. Close to supermarket, playing fields, not far from town and lake, cafes and shops. Short drive to tourist attractions and in a quiet setting for a restful night’s sleep. Good off leash dog park also a short drive away. Met all of our needs for a week-long stay. ##### Graham H. Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachael D., DARNUM 21 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay in Ballarat Overall, a really enjoyable experience and great to find a 6 bedroom house with lots of double beds and car parking. Communication with owners was good and facilities were great other than no BBQ and no gas for outdoor heater - which was a shame, especially as a BBQ was listed in the facilities. We would definitely come back and stay again so overall, it has lots to offer. ##### Rachael D. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill S. 21 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good for big families Nice, clean accommodation for 10 adults comfortably. 3 bedrooms upstairs (queen size) and sofa bed. 3 bedrooms downstairs (1 queen, 1 double & 1 single bed). Close to shops and attractions Ballarat have to offer. Any issues were fixed quickly. We came to Ballarat for my son's Engagement party (that turned out to be a surprise Wedding). ##### Jill S. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jade W. 8 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great house and acc ##### Jade W. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Karen M. 13 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2 nights in Sebastopol Ballarat We spent an enjoyable few nights in this 6 Br clean and comfortable house. The beds were comfortable and there was a childrens room with some great toys for young kids. It had a good pet friendly and child suitable backyard and some outdoor seating to relax in. The kitchen was practical but housed limited utensils, bowls and wine glasses ##### Karen M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Louise M. 8 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location close to attractions Good space for a group of people. Big table to sit around and good deck Close to attractions, quiet but short drive to Ballarat ##### Louise M. 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