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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Ballarat Central, VIC
Ballarat Town Hall
Place, Ballarat Town Hall
7 min walk
Her Majesty's Theatre
Place, Her Majesty's Theatre
9 min walk
Art Gallery of Ballarat
Place, Art Gallery of Ballarat
10 min walk
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Bunk Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
3BED| 3BATH| WOOD FIRE| AIR-CON | SLEEPS 8 | OFF STREET PARKING | PET FRIENDLY
"The Californian" Ballarat, is a beautiful 1920's Californian Bungalow that has been fully renovated with all the luxury modern conveniences whilst paying homage to and retaining its breathtaking original period features.
The property is centrally located on Dana Street, within walking distance to the CBD, Sturt Street,Shopping, Cafe's & Restaurants, The Art's & Theatre Precinct, Lake Wendouree, Ballarat Base and St Johns Private Hospitals, and Ballarat Central Train/ Bus Station.
The space The facade of "The Californian" retains its period charm and includes a welcoming Entry with original lead light doors and high ceiling, 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, 2 Living Zones, Dining, Meals, large Outside Deck/BBQ area and mesmerising French Cheminees Philippe wood fired heater.
The modern extension at the rear of the property is the main Living and Entertaining zone.
An open plan Kitchen with separate Meals area. Complete with Asko and Miele appliances make it the heart of the home and is very well equipped for keen entertainers. It overlooks the 8 seat Dining Table, Living Room with King Living sofa and wood fired heater.
The home has 2 large En-suite Bathrooms and a central Family Bathroom with Soaking Tub. All bathrooms have monsoonal Rain Shower Heads.
The "Sitting Room" is our second Living Zone. The beautiful light filled room is a perfect space for relaxing with a book and a cuppa or an afternoon nap!
A European laundry located in the homes hallway is equipped with Miele Washing Machine and Condenser Dryer.
The Outdoor Decked area is large and fully enclosed for your privacy. An outdoor Dining Setting and Weber BBQ (gas included) complete a Summer's day experience.
The Californian has off street tandem parking for 2 cars, with access off Lyons Street South.
The Californian is a pet friendly home!
• Price per night is based on up to 4 guests.
• Additional charges are $50 per person per night after thereafter.
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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
Note from host: No Parties
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Ballarat
Located in Ballarat, this holiday home is in the city centre. Sovereign Hill and Her Majesty's Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Eureka Aquatic Center and Ballarat Aquatic and Leisure Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Ballarat Bird World, or check out an event or a game at Eureka Stadium.
Is 3BED| 3BATH| WOOD FIRE| AIR-CON | SLEEPS 8 | OFF STREET PARKING | PET FRIENDLY pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at 3BED| 3BATH| WOOD FIRE| AIR-CON | SLEEPS 8 | OFF STREET PARKING | PET FRIENDLY?
As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3BED| 3BATH| WOOD FIRE| AIR-CON | SLEEPS 8 | OFF STREET PARKING | PET FRIENDLY on 12 July 2026 start from AU$359, 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 3BED| 3BATH| WOOD FIRE| AIR-CON | SLEEPS 8 | OFF STREET PARKING | PET FRIENDLY?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 3BED| 3BATH| WOOD FIRE| AIR-CON | SLEEPS 8 | OFF STREET PARKING | PET FRIENDLY?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 3BED| 3BATH| WOOD FIRE| AIR-CON | SLEEPS 8 | OFF STREET PARKING | PET FRIENDLY?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 3BED| 3BATH| WOOD FIRE| AIR-CON | SLEEPS 8 | OFF STREET PARKING | PET FRIENDLY located?
Located in the centre of Ballarat, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of St Patrick's Cathedral, Her Majesty's Theatre and Ballarat Town Hall. Art Gallery of Ballarat and St John of God Hospital Ballarat are also within 15 minutes. Ballarat Station is 14 minutes by foot.
Reviews
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The best stay here for my wedding weekend! The most beautiful house and it was so clean and gorgeous. Alastair and Glen were very communicative and lovely throughout the process and allowed an early check in. Definitely stay here!!
We had a small dog with us which made the stay even better. The house was beautifully decorated and very clean. Having the fire on was fantastic. A wonderful place to stay.
The most magical and perfect house. 7 stars to be honest - well equipped - everything was there! Amazing kitchen, beautiful bedrooms and bathrooms - super comfy couch and the fire place that was stocked. Superb location. Just magnificent. Can't wait to stay there again.
Fabulous weekend away for a wedding..Every inch of the property is exquisite and attention to detail incredible. The stained glass is just beautiful and 3 bathrooms made things so easy for a group. Our cavoodle loved it too, especially snoring by the wood fire. Highly recommend !
Beautiful, stylish, well equipped property with everything you need, including great heating for the cold Ballarat weather! Thank you.I can highly recommend a stay here.
We really loved our stay at The Californian in Ballarat. The house was just beautiful. Loved the mix of old character from the original house and the modern renovations and extension. Perfect mix. Everything we could need was provided and we were very comfortable and happy. Would not hesitate in recommending to others. We would love to return someday. Thank you Alastair and Glen
The house is beautiful with a fully stocked kitchen and great fireplace. Very easy to walk to cafes and restaurants. Friendly and responsive hosts made it a great stay
We had an amazing time staying at Alistair and Glen’s gorgeous property. We loved the location and the amazing decor!!
Would definitely stay again if in Ballarat !
The Californian is a beautiful home in a great location. Perfect for our group of six ladies. Great hosts made sure all our needs were catered for. Highly recommended!!
Stunning home, so warm and cozy.
Beautiful ascetics. So close to town.
Would highly recommend and will definitely stay again.
Hosts were so helpful and kind!
Couldn’t fault one thing!
The house is just beautiful, the beds are so comfortable and the kitchen is better equiped than any place we have ever stayed.The fireplace and excellent heating made for lovely cozy evenings.Just one small suggestion would be some folding suitcase racks in the bedrooms to make accessing your belongings a bit easier.Overall I couldn’t recommend The Californian highly enough.
Thanks for a wonderful stay. Alastair is a very thoughtful host. Everything was perfect and the place was even better than the photos showed. Location and parking a breeze and perfect for getting around Ballarat. The home had every comfort we needed. Ample room for dining, lounging and being outside on the deck. The area is quiet. An ideal place whether you are on the move or just want to relax and chill.
We loved our stay. Check in was clear with extra details to make it even easier. The house is beautifully furnished, styled and equipped. The beds incredibly comfortable and bathrooms hotel like. Our parents joined us for a meal which worked very well with the large dining table that comfortably seats 8. Location quiet yet a stone’s throw from all that Ballarat has to offer - shops, restaurants and bars. Highly recommend.