Ambrose's cottage in Castlemaine

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A single-story building with a green metal roof and a beige facade.
A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a dining table with chairs, and a window with a view of a brick building.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted picture.
A cozy living room with two armchairs, a coffee table, a quilt, and a chandelier.
A pathway with stepping stones leading to a wooden fence.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Castlemaine Botanical Gardens

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Castlemaine, VIC
  • Place, Boomtown
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Hadfield's Rod Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Castlemaine Botanical Gardens
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bendigo, VIC (BXG)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Castlemaine

Located in Castlemaine, this cottage is next to a golf course. Mount Alexander Golf Club and Boomtown are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Castlemaine H84 Bushland Reserve and Kaweka Nature Conservation Reserve. Buda Historic Home & Garden and Castlemaine Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as mountain biking and hiking in the area.
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Map
Castlemaine, VIC

What's nearby

  • Buda Historic Home & Garden - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Boomtown - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hadfield's Rod Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Castlemaine Botanical Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Old Castlemaine Gaol - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Castlemaine Station - 14 min walk
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doveton Corner Store - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Basics Das Kaffeehaus - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Love Shack Brewing - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Five Flags Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Railway Hotel Castlemaine - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ambrose's cottage in Castlemaine pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ambrose's cottage in Castlemaine?

As of 14 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ambrose's cottage in Castlemaine on 30 Nov 2026 start from AU$342, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Ambrose's cottage in Castlemaine?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ambrose's cottage in Castlemaine?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ambrose's cottage in Castlemaine?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ambrose's cottage in Castlemaine located?

Situated in Castlemaine, this golf cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Castlemaine H84 Bushland Reserve, Buda Historic Home & Garden, and Mount Alexander Golf Club. Kaweka Nature Conservation Reserve and Hadfield's Rod Museum are also within 10 minutes. Castlemaine Station is 14 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 251 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 251 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 251 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 251 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 251 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful workers cottage in a great town.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage situated in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly comfortable and clean, close to shops, Botanical Gardens, and BUDA; all amenities and kitchen appliances supplied; charming cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and cosy little cottage in an excellent location. We loved being able to have our dog with us and the enclosed garden was perfect for her to run around. The claw foot bath tub was especially luxurious!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed.Perfect enclosed back garden for the dog.Loved the huge bathtub!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, quaint cottage with everything you’d need for a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of heating options and electric blanket was very effective,
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is well appointed and in a fantastic location. The bed is comfy and the clawfoot bath is a highlight. Check-in/out was super easy. Loved staying here and would happily return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, cosy and clean space. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cosy and comfortable. Great location, walking distance to Buda House and the centre of town. Very nice dig walks up at Gomf Course not far away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely neat and clean cottage. Very handy to shops/cafes etc. The bed was comfortable and the electric blankets were greatly appreciated. A great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cottage, lots of thoughtful details make for a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped property and very clean. Easy walking distance to town with shops, cafes and restaurants. Communication from the host was good. Extra little touches like biscuits and chocolates in the kitchen. Comfortable sofa, bed and pillows.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely little miners cottage. Clean and warm with all the things you need.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
very clean with an adequate Kitchen
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage convenient to everything. We always enjoy our stay. Hosts are very flexible
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and good enclosed yard for pets, all good facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large step inside house and shower over clawfootbath. Difficult for me but I must have missed that info. Very clean and good supply of necessities in kitchen Comfortable furniture including bed but no wardrobe in house lovely quiet street. House a bit dark but it’s an old cottage. Hosts lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice place to stay

Nice little cottage in a beautiful town
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and cosy home in a quiet location, with everything you need. Cottage is within easy walking distance to The Mill, Botanic Gardens and Buda House, and a short drive to the CBD and other attractions. A very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage, everything you could want was included. Big claw foot bath, good water pressure, comfy bed, very good heating. Nice little yard to secure my little doggy. Close to everything. Great communication with Ruth and Paul.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little cottage

Always a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Comfortable,clean and everything you need. Haf a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay

Perfect little cottage in Castlemaine :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. Lovely accomodation - very clean and nicely presented, with great facilities. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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