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Ballan Horse & Goat SelfCatering

Bed & breakfast in Ballan

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Your room has a Queen bed, gas heating, and a kitchenette.
The ensuite includes toilet, shower, vanity, washing machine and hair-dryer.
Sunny private deck outside your unit, ideal for a cuppa!
The adjoining bunk-room can be opened to accommodate families with two kids.
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
AU$110
avg per night

Explore the area

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Ballan, VIC
  • Place, Ballan Farmers Market
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Daylesford
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Sovereign Hill
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Kids Bunkroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

Main room for couple or single

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
The current price is AU$110
avg per night

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About the area

Ballan

Located in Ballan, this bed & breakfast is next to a golf course. Werribee Gorge State Park and Lerderderg State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Eureka Aquatic Center and Ballarat Bird World. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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What's nearby

  • Ballan Farmers Market - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Lake Daylesford - 27 min drive - 41.9 km
  • Kryal Castle - 27 min drive - 32.4 km
  • Sovereign Hill - 38 min drive - 46.3 km
  • Ballarat Base Hospital - 39 min drive - 47.0 km

Getting around

  • Ballan Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Tin Plate Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Zest Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Greendale Country Pub - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Ballan Horse & Goat SelfCatering

Your "home away from home", the Horse & Goat private self-catering unit is located at my house Riverbend which is on a one-acre block. I have a beautiful outlook in peaceful surrounds across the Werribee River Valley, yet just an easy 0.7 km walk from Ballan's main street with its cafes, vintage wares and op shops, and hotels.

Bedding and towels are provided, plus tea, coffee and biscuits.

Ask me about the "Kids Special" - book for two or more nights, up to two kids (up to 12 years old) are free!

You have your own car parking space and private entrance with a little deck. You are welcome to explore the property, talk to the chooks and the four-legged friend, play boules if you are so inclined, and have cups of tea or drinks on the charming secret deck alongside the Werribee River (up here it is but a small creek most of the time!).

Ballan has a rich local history and is also just a hop step and a jump from Daylesford, Trentham, Blackwood, Ballarat, Bacchus Marsh and Steiglitz, each of these towns being within an easy 30 to 45 minute drive. There are close excellent bushwalking trails in the Werribee and Lerderderg Gorges and the Brisbane Ranges, all of which give visitors a close-up view of dramatic landscapes and the Australian fauna and flora.

The Ballan Horse & Goat is equipped for you to prepare your own meals in a kitchenette with microwave, toaster, kettle and small frig, or you can give yourself a holiday and choose from a range of Ballan's eateries - a pub, several coffee shops, a great bakery (try the Turkish rolls!), Shezzas Diner and a pizza place. There is an excellent IGA Supermarket here as well, and they sell a wide variety of cooked foods such as roast chickens, lasagne, and pies, and also many delicatessen items and salads.

If you do not have a car, you can reach us simply and quickly by train from Southern Cross station, Melbourne (just over one hour), and we can meet you at the station by arrangement at no extra cost. With Ballan as your base, you can readily make great rail day trips to explore Ararat, Ballarat, Bacchus Marsh and Melbourne.

If you are visiting from overseas, there is an efficient bus service to take you to Ballan from the airport (we can meet the bus for no charge) and from Ballan back to the airport when you leave. See: https://airportshuttlebus.com.au/

Amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be with adult at all times
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Self-catering - breakfasts are not provided. There is a microwave, toaster, kettle, small fridge, basic cutlery and crockery, and a sink.
In Main Room max 1 couple or 1 single, in Bunk Room NO adults max 2 children 12 years and under, max stay 7 days, except by prior arrangement
No visitors except by prior agreed arrangement.

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Frequently asked questions

Is Ballan Horse & Goat SelfCatering pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ballan Horse & Goat SelfCatering?

As of 12 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ballan Horse & Goat SelfCatering on 13 Dec 2025 start from AU$110.0, excluding 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 Ballan Horse & Goat SelfCatering?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ballan Horse & Goat SelfCatering?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ballan Horse & Goat SelfCatering?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ballan Horse & Goat SelfCatering located?

Situated in Ballan, this golf bed & breakfast is within 12 miles (20 km) of St Anne's Winery, Werribee Gorge State Park and Lerderderg State Park. Brisbane Ranges National Park and Lerderderg Track Trailhead are also within 20 miles (32 km). Ballan Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Ballan Horse & Goat SelfCatering Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judith D.

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

Great place to stay

Very comfortable stay. Lovely setting, and location was perfect for exploring the surrounding area.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, quiet and cosy, country feel. Easy convenient parking. Compact but fine for our 2 night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Suited our needs perfectly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne D.

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

Great place

Great place to stay Cosy cute … we loved the animals
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yuan X.

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

Very nice place to stay

We just had a overnight stay. It is a beautiful and quiet place, plus excellent location, easy to access all the shops and resturants at the town center. The owner is very friendly and helpful, hightly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Lovely

We had a lovely stay here! The garden and property was beautiful :) Great for a couple’s getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael H.

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

Perfect overnight getaway

The accommodation was easy to find, clean and had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally W.

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

Lovely location

Great place to relax after the hustle and bustle of the city or travelling about the beautiful district.You can start your day with a stroll through the extensive river reserve directly behind the house. Only a few minutes walk to the centre of town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin M.

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

Great location

Clean tidy property close to all of the regions attractions, including Daylesford and Ballarat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Ballan stay

Great location and very helpful host.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Uli S.

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

Relaxing getaway

The studio is nicely set-up, welcoming and bright. Lovely surroundings with the farm and chicken. Quiet location and only a quick walk to Ballan's main street. John was very good to deal with. Would recommend for a weekender and we'll certainly be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

DAVID E.

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

Convenient, comfortable stay, in small,quiet unit and good value.

My wife and I stayed in this Ballan Vic accom in late Feb 25.It was very convenient, just a few blocks back from the town's main street.John the owner, was excellent in his communication initially and made our stay comfortable with some small but nice touches,here and there in the unit.Would stay again without any problem.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip L.

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

An enjoyable stay on John's hobby farm

John is an hospitable host. The 2-room apartment met the needs of myself and my adult son.Ballan is an historic town in close proximity to other places of interest in the Region.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Overnight get away

the small touches like the TimTams and the welcome note were a lovely touch. The accommodation had more on site than we expected
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

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

Great Accomodation!

Beautiful place, very clean and it had everything we needed for our stay. Easy to find and very close to the Western Freeway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Lorna G.

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

Effortless Short Stay in Ballan

Pleasant, easy stay with good communication and service from host. Suitable for short stay with family.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shailesh S.

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

Excellent location and property

Really enjoyed our stay and John’s hospitality. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Bree C.

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

Great experience

John is an excellent host! Tidy and comfortable accommodation, would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manjula D.

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

Relax and Rejuvenate

Felt safe, relaxed and rested
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

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

Great stay

Had a great overnight stay at Johns unit. It was a great little space and suited my son and my requirements perfectly. Really nice place, will stay again if in Ballan.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

Cute, clean and fun little place

We had a very short 1-night stay (3 of us) but enjoyed the cleanliness inside and cute animals outside. The unit is on the small side, so it may not be suitable for a larger family - but if you have two kids in the bedroom and parents in the queen bed in the lounge room - it can work well for you! Recommended for a good rest and clean stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devon M.

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

Lovely stay

Thanks John for having us stay! The kids loved being able to walk your horse and sheep :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

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

Peaceful escape

This was a perfectly relaxing and quiet place to stay, the animals on the property were a big hit with my wife. Wouldn't hesitate to book again next time we find ourselves in the area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn Y.

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

Clean, quite, short walk to main street

John was amazing host will differently stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary M.

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

Peaceful and cosy

We found it very comfortable and restful
Stayed 1 night in May 2023