Title: Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house 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 # Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house Holiday home in Ballarat with kitchen and fireplace ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113557500/113557480/0dc898db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113557500/113557480/2ea63b24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113557500/113557480/f1a989d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113557500/113557480/84b3095b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113557500/113557480/4a242181.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 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. 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 ![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) ![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 Ballarat East, a neighbourhood in Ballarat, is home to this holiday home. Sovereign Hill and Art Gallery of Ballarat are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Eureka Hall and Her Majesty's Theatre. Eureka Aquatic Center and Ballarat Bird World are also worth visiting. 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Howitt Street Trig Station Natural Features Reserve and Ballarat Wildlife Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). Ballarat Station is 28 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Maison d'Aurum A Pet Friendly and Family Friendly Heritage house Reviews 9.8 ### 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) 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gloria D. 16 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family getaway It was a great place to stay with kids. ##### Gloria D. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan R. 11 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This property has been thoughtfully set up with all new appliances and good quality furniture and beds and bedding. It was very comfortable and lovely and warm in the middle of a cold Ballarat winter. ##### Susan R. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma E. 7 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect!! We had a wonderful stay here. Our host went above and beyond with amenities to ensure we had everything we needed. It was a beautiful stay for our time in Ballarat. Highly recmmend to anyone!! ##### Emma E. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colin G. 3 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Restful The property was spotless, many items provided. Could do with more instructions re oven and dishwasher etc otherwise all worked well ##### Colin G. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eva T. 26 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful accommodation Our accommodation was perfect. So comfortable and well equipped. Had everything we needed for our stay. Such high quality appliances and kitchen equipment. Everything was new and spotless. Comfy beds. We really appreciated the toiletries and provisions that were provided too. We had teenagers with us but anyone with small children would love the kids bedroom and toys/books and all the baby equipment ##### Eva T. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Edison 29 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was very clean and comfortable got a little confused about communication but all was good ##### Edison Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Pan Pacific Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Pan-Pacific-Melbourne.h2432787.Hotel-Information) > > [Rosen Inn International](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Rosen-Inn-International.h11308.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Melbourne-Airport.h12401.Hotel-Information) > > [Roxy Hotel New York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-York-Hotels-Roxy-Hotel-New-York.h454858.Hotel-Information) > > [Space Hotel - Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Space-Hotel-Hostel.h2100092.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Melbourne Southbank](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Mercure-Melbourne-Southbank.h898381.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Melbourne.h845390.Hotel-Information) > > [The Waverley International Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-The-Waverley-International-Hotel.h3504259.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Club Barbarossa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kas-Hotels-Hotel-Club-Barbarossa.h2564850.Hotel-Information) > > [71 Nyhavn Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Copenhagen-Hotels-71-Nyhavn-Hotel.h24543.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson on Flagstaff Gardens Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Radisson-On-Flagstaff-Gardens-Melbourne.h82772.Hotel-Information) > > [Quincy Hotel Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Quincy-Hotel-Melbourne.h57242156.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Taba Al Salam](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Medina-Hotels-Swiss-International-Taba-Al-Salam.h21475438.Hotel-Information) > > [Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Atlantis-Hotel.h864494.Hotel-Information) > > [Arlo Williamsburg](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-York-Hotels-The-Williamsburg-Hotel.h16007579.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Travelodge-Hotel-Melbourne-Docklands.h3033860.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Singapore](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Singapore-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Singapore.h21677.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Apartments Royal Gardens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Royal-Gardens.h425401.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hyatt Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Grand-Hyatt-Melbourne.h23775.Hotel-Information) > > [Great Southern Hotel Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Great-Southern-Hotel-Melbourne.h27851.Hotel-Information) > > [Ovolo South Yarra](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Ovolo-South-Yarra.h63305062.Hotel-Information) > > [Carlton Lygon Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Carlton-Lygon-Lodge.h4790050.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Morrison](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Morrison-Hotels.d54983.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Villas Tui](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tui-Villas.d6047410-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Occidental Aran Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rome-Hotels-Occidental-Aran-Park.h526244.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from London (LHR) to Manila (MNL)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/mnl/london-to-manila) ### Packages > [Dunrobin Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunrobin-Castle-Golspie.d6088931.Attraction) > > [Boa Vista Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boa-Vista.d730.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Lake Annecy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Annecy-Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes.d6355929.Attraction)