10/10 Excellent
David J.
2 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A true gem
David J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Entire home
Self contained, comfortable and a lovely private garden setting
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Buninyong, VIC
- Federation University Australia4 min drive
- Sovereign Hill12 min drive
- Ballarat Base Hospital15 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Self contained, comfortable and a lovely private garden setting
Situated at the rear of our private home and separated from the main house in a lovely garden setting is this one bedroom self-contained cottage.
Yuille Cottage is in the township of Buninyong, 11 km south of Ballarat.
We are walking distance to our local Hotel, or the many Cafes the town has to offer.
Close to the Supermarket, Chemist and Bakery, this cottage is in the perfect location.
Take in the many walks that the area has to offer or maybe some golf, tennis or bike riding; mountain biking or road cycling.
Buninyong has been home to the Australian Road Racing championships where you could take on the challenging 12 km circuit including the Mt Buninyong 'King of the Mountain'.
A 10-minute drive into Ballarat is a short distance to visit Sovereign Hill, Ballarat Wildlife park, Lake Wendouree and the many historic buildings and landscapes of Ballarat.
There is a bus stop just a short 5-minute walk away which takes you into Ballarat and there is off street parking available on site.
The one bedroom cottage is a lovely getaway for singles or couples and contains a queen size bed (no other bedding provided or approved).
The Cottage is equiped with; a kitchenette, including a toaster, kettle, microwave oven, induction hotplate, bar fridge, sandwich maker, coffee machine, electric bbq, plus more.
Enjoy free Wi-Fi and flat screen TV, high quality linen supplied and towels.
Tea and Coffee is available in our Cottage with some condiments.
Yuille Cottage is in the township of Buninyong, 11 km south of Ballarat.
We are walking distance to our local Hotel, or the many Cafes the town has to offer.
Close to the Supermarket, Chemist and Bakery, this cottage is in the perfect location.
Take in the many walks that the area has to offer or maybe some golf, tennis or bike riding; mountain biking or road cycling.
Buninyong has been home to the Australian Road Racing championships where you could take on the challenging 12 km circuit including the Mt Buninyong 'King of the Mountain'.
A 10-minute drive into Ballarat is a short distance to visit Sovereign Hill, Ballarat Wildlife park, Lake Wendouree and the many historic buildings and landscapes of Ballarat.
There is a bus stop just a short 5-minute walk away which takes you into Ballarat and there is off street parking available on site.
The one bedroom cottage is a lovely getaway for singles or couples and contains a queen size bed (no other bedding provided or approved).
The Cottage is equiped with; a kitchenette, including a toaster, kettle, microwave oven, induction hotplate, bar fridge, sandwich maker, coffee machine, electric bbq, plus more.
Enjoy free Wi-Fi and flat screen TV, high quality linen supplied and towels.
Tea and Coffee is available in our Cottage with some condiments.
Property manager
Joe and Jenny Cahir
Premier Host
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Porta cot supplied for babies/toddlers under 2 yrs
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Ballarat
Located in Buninyong, a neighbourhood in Ballarat, this cottage is in a rural area. Sovereign Hill and Gold Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Her Majesty's Theatre and St Patrick's Cathedral. Ballarat Bird World and Eureka Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
Buninyong, VIC
What's nearby
- Federation University Australia - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
- Sovereign Hill - 12 min drive - 11.0 km
- Ballarat Wildlife Park - 14 min drive - 12.8 km
- Ballarat Base Hospital - 15 min drive - 13.6 km
- Lake Wendouree - 15 min drive - 15.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- KFC - 9 min drive
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Hungry Jack's - 10 min drive
- KFC - 10 min drive
- Subway - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Diana P.
30 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Diana P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Briar N.
2 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded treasure
Briar N.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
rose w.
25 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short Break
rose w.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Peter C.
12 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy, Quirky, Comfortable Cottage
Peter C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pat B.
19 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and private
Pat B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shelley D.
30 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful little getaway
Shelley D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Relle G.
10 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous cottage in historic Buningyong
Relle G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Tricia H.
2 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in garden setting
Tricia H.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
David R.
1 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Hideaway
David R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn D.
25 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, cosy, clean and convenient
Kathryn D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Helen and Gary F.
15 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Helen and Gary F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Roger C.
16 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property
Roger C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
David S.
19 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Return Guests
David S.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
27 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A real hidden gem
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kim A.
25 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wicked mini holiday
Kim A.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrea W.
9 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little paradise
Andrea W.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Maxine P.
5 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secret Hideaway
Maxine P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Peachy G.
1 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What can I say ...
Peachy G.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Jessica W.
7 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Was comfortable and yet slightly felt as though we weren’t week one.. it was a tad unsettling feelin
Jessica W.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne R.
14 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A special secluded haven
Suzanne R.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mary-Lu B.
14 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary-Lu B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robyn S.
28 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage delight
Robyn S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
8/10 Good
Martin M.
20 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful garden flat
Martin M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Diane S.
12 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Buninyong Stay
Diane S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
About the host
Hosted by Joe and Jenny Cahir
I am married to Jenny and we have 3 grown up children.
Jenny is the gardener and you will enjoy the fruits of her hard labour when you come to stay with us.
I enjoy cycling (road riding and Mountain biking), golf and tennis and can highly recommend these sporting pursuits whilst staying in Buninyong.
Jenny is the gardener and you will enjoy the fruits of her hard labour when you come to stay with us.
I enjoy cycling (road riding and Mountain biking), golf and tennis and can highly recommend these sporting pursuits whilst staying in Buninyong.
Why they chose this property
The Cottage is very private and is close enough to the Buninyong Village to allow you to walk to all the local amenities.
Your interactions with Jenny and I can be as little or as much as you would like.
Your interactions with Jenny and I can be as little or as much as you would like.
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