Title: Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house Holiday home in Ballarat with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house ![Dining - Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house (Ballarat East)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113557500/113557480/0dc898db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house (Ballarat East)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113557500/113557480/84b3095b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house (Ballarat East)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113557500/113557480/4a242181.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house (Ballarat East)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113557500/113557480/f1a989d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house (Ballarat East)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113557500/113557480/2ea63b24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to free breakfast, a garden and a playground at Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace ## 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. ### Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house Step into history and luxury at Maison d'Aurum! Built in 1870, this elegant 3-bedroom home offers a perfect mix of heritage charm and modern comfort. Enjoy spacious living areas, a fully equipped entertainers kitchen, and a prime location close to Ballarat’s top attractions. Ideal for families or groups of up to 6, it’s the perfect retreat after a day of exploring. Travel back in time while enjoying modern-day comforts at Maison d’Aurum, which translates into House of Gold, a salute to Ballarat's vibrant Gold rush past. This historic retreat in the heart of Ballarat was built in 1870 during Victoria’s gold rush, and is beautifully preserved. Maison d'Aurum blends old-world charm with contemporary luxury, creating an unforgettable experience. With three spacious bedrooms and two inviting living areas, Maison d’Aurum comfortably accommodates up to six guests, making it perfect for families, friends, or couples seeking a stylish escape. Each room is thoughtfully designed and set up like a hotel, complete with plush bedding, premium amenities, and all the essentials you need for a seamless stay. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking and effortless key box check-in, giving you the freedom to settle in at your own pace. Relax in the cozy living spaces or step out to explore Ballarat’s rich history, vibrant culture, and iconic gold rush landmarks—all just moments away. At Maison d’Aurum, you’ll find yourself immersed in the elegance of the past while surrounded by the comforts of today. Come and discover the golden charm of Ballarat and make your stay truly special. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Free breakfast available ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Composting - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Recycling - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![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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Please do not leave any dog poop on the lawn. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets Note from host: Please make sure you clean up after your pet. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-37.558178,143.88176&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:nuedF_%7CdmZ%3FQ%3FU%40Q%3FU%40Q%40S%3FSBS%40Q%40U%40QBQBUBQBQBSBSBQDQBSDQDQDQDQDSFQDQFMDQFSFMHSFMFQHOFOHQFMHOHMJOHOHKHOJMHKJOJKJKJOJKJKJKJKLIJKLKLIJKLGLILGLILILGLELINGLELELGNELENCLGNENALCNENANCLANCNAL%3FNCN%3FN%3FNCN%3FN%3FLBN%3FN%3FNBN%3FN%40LBN%40NBN%40LBNDL%40NDNFLBNDLDLFNDLDLFLDNHLFLHLHLFJHLFLJLHJJLJJHJJJJLJJJJNHJJJJNJJHLJNHJHNHNHLHNHLFPHNFNHPFLFRFLFRDPFLFPDPFRDPDPBPDPDRBPDPBRBRBPBPBT%40P%40PBT%40P%40R%40R%40R%3FP%40T%3FP%3FT%3FP%3FP%3FT%3FPAT%3FPATAPARARCRAPARCRCPCPCRCRERCPEPEPCPEPEPGREPGPGNEPGPGLGRGLIPGNINGPILININILINIJKNILKJKNKJIJKNKJMJKJKJKHMJKJMHMJMFKHMHMFMHMFOHMDMFMFODMDMDODMDODODM%40OFM%40OBO%40OBM%40OBO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FMBO%3FO%3FOCO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOCOAMCOAOCOEMCOAOEMEOEMEOEMEMEMGOGMIMEMGMIMGMIMIMGKKMIMKKKMIKKKKKKKKKOKKKKKOIKKMIOIKIOKMIOIOGMIQGOIOGQGMISGMGQEQGOEQGQESEQEQEQEQCQEQCSCSCSCQCQCSCSAQASASCS%3FQAUAQ%3FUAQ%3FU%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-1tgXcbQo1qI03wrNDrpHpWfQsw=) Ballarat East, VIC #### What's nearby - Eureka Aquatic Center \- 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Eureka Hall \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Eureka Centre \- 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Ballarat Wildlife Park \- 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Sovereign Hill \- 7 min drive \- 2.2 miles #### Getting around - Ballarat Station - 4 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 78 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Little Square Garage - ‬16 min walk - ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬17 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive - ‪Brown Hill Pub - ‬2 min drive - Ballarat Leagues Club ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house? ### What time is check-in at Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house? ### What time is check-out at Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house? ### Where is Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house located? ## Have a question? 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