Title: Colonial Retreat – Peaceful, Pet-Friendly Comfort 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 # Colonial Retreat – Peaceful, Pet-Friendly Comfort Holiday home in Ballarat with kitchen ![TV, ping pong, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112490000/112480100/112480031/e008c067.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112490000/112480100/112480031/62390405.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, ping pong, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112490000/112480100/112480031/9986a66d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112490000/112480100/112480031/1abe241a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112490000/112480100/112480031/eda5258e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A garden, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Colonial Retreat – Peaceful, Pet-Friendly Comfort. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Colonial Retreat – Peaceful, Pet-Friendly Comfort Welcome to Colonial Court Retreat, your peaceful escape in a quiet court just minutes from Ballarat’s best attractions. This spacious and beautifully maintained home comfortably sleeps up to 5 guests, featuring 3 inviting bedrooms and 2 sparkling clean bathrooms. Enjoy open-plan living with a fully equipped kitchen, a cozy lounge for relaxed evenings, and a private garden perfect for morning coffee, evening drinks, or letting the dog stretch their legs. Yes—we’re pet-friendly, and past guests have told us their furry friends loved the secure backyard! Ideally located near Victoria Park and Lake Wendouree, you’ll have easy access to scenic walks, outdoor activities, and all the essentials with shops and amenities just a short drive away. Whether you're in town for work or a relaxing getaway, you'll find everything you need for a comfortable and convenient stay. Guests have full access to the entire property—come in, unpack, and feel at home. Traveling with an EV? We’ve got you covered. Trickle-charging is available free of charge during your stay, making it a convenient and eco-conscious choice. We keep things simple with our house rules—just the essentials to keep the space comfortable, safe, and sparkling clean for everyone. As proud members of Good to Book, we’ll complete a quick name check on booking—easy and stress-free for responsible guests. Book your stay at Colonial Court Retreat today and experience the comfort, convenience, and calm our guests keep coming back for. Please ensure you review our seperate rental agreement ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Table tennis ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Electric car charging station - Garden ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113557500/113557480/0dc898db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house Ballarat East - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=113557480&PinnedHotelID=113557480&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 12 reviews £138 includes taxes & fees 12 Nov - 13 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=114209948&PinnedHotelID=114209948&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67440000/67437600/67437541/005f9cf1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ballarat Central - Waller House Newington - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 63 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=67437541&PinnedHotelID=67437541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Five Bedroom House | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9100000/9092600/9092520/084cb620.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seymours on Lydiard Soldiers Hill - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.8 Excellent 551 reviews £60 includes taxes & fees 20 Nov - 21 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=9092520&PinnedHotelID=9092520&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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 226 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=22764205&PinnedHotelID=22764205&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110060000/110056900/110056810/90dd62da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### quiet location on a creek back door. amongst the cockatoos, n parrots. 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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 352538 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-37.55615,143.8083&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:xhedF%7BpvlZ%3FS%3FS%40S%3FS%40Q%40U%3FQBU%40Q%40U%40QBQBUBQBQBQBUBQDQDQBQDQDSDQDQFQDQFOFQDQHOFQFOFQHMFOHQFOHMHOJOHMHKHOJOHKJMJMJKJMJKJKJMJKLGJKLKLIJKLILGLILGLILILELGNILELELENELENELENENCLANENCNALCNANCN%3FNAL%3FN%3FNCN%3FN%3FLBN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FNBL%40NBN%40NBLDN%40NBLDNDLDNDLDNDLDLDLHNFLDLHLHLFLHJFLHLJLHJJLJJFJJJLLJJJJLHJLLHLJJHNJNHJHLHNHNHLHNFPHNFLHPFNFPFNFPFPDNFPDPFPDPDRBPDPDPBPDPBTBPBPBPBT%40P%40PBT%40P%40T%40P%40T%3FP%40R%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FT%3FPAT%3FNATAPATAPCTAPAPCTCPCPCPCTEPCPEPERCPEPEPGPEPGPENGPGPGNGPGNIPGNILGPININILININIJKLINKJINMHILKLKJMLKJKJKFMLKJMFMJMHKHMFMHMHMFMDOFMHMDMDODMDODMDODMDOBOBMDO%40OBO%40MBO%40O%3FOBO%3FO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FM%3FOCO%3FOAOCMAOCOAOEMCOCOEMEOEMEOEMEMEMEOIMGMEMGMIMIMGMIMIKKMGMKKMMGKKKKKMKKKMKMKIKOIKKOIMIKIOKOIMIOGOIQGMIOGQGOGQIOEQGQGOEQGQEQEQEQEQCSEQEQCQCUCQCQCQCUCQAQAUAQCU%3FQAUAO%3FUAQ%3FU%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=czjekc2FndBUoR680olipgFzI5M=) Alfredton, VIC #### What's nearby - Lake Wendouree - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles - Ballarat Botanical Gardens - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles - Ballarat Base Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles - St John of God Hospital Ballarat - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles - Sovereign Hill - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles #### Getting around - Ballarat Station - 12 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Roll'd - ‬6 min drive - ‪Red Duck Brewery - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Park Hotel - ‬19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Colonial Retreat – Peaceful, Pet-Friendly Comfort pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### Where is Colonial Retreat – Peaceful, Pet-Friendly Comfort located? > Located in Alfredton, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Ballarat Golf Club, Ballarat Tramway Museum and Dyson Drive Reserve. Lake Wendouree and Ballarat Botanical Gardens are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Colonial Retreat – Peaceful, Pet-Friendly Comfort Reviews 9.6 ### 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) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annette B. 22 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Easter fun We had a lovely time and enjoyed staying at Colonial retreat. Our dog had fun running around the backyard. ##### Annette B. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SIDNEY 1 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities It is a well designed comfortable attractive property in a quiet street with a nearby park. The heating was just adequate for cold Ballarat ##### SIDNEY Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Janine M. 11 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ballarat break Very clean, comfortable, ideal location in quiet neighbourhood, close to all amenities. A dryer would be helpful. ##### Janine M. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### GWEN M. 7 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### lovely family time This home was spotless, you felt at home once you put the heaters on. Very quick answers to all my questions. Was really important to have our furry baby with us where ever we go. Thank you see you again one-day ##### GWEN M. 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