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Charming older cottage in Ballarat Central with classic character, modern comfort and a great central location. Two bedrooms, full kitchen, comfy lounge, workspace and easy access to cafés, shops and attractions.

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A living room with a beige sofa, two black pillows, a white vase, and a white radiator.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and a toaster.
A white house with a gabled roof, a front porch, and a number '409' on the side.
A living room with a TV, sofa, and a fireplace.
A neatly made bed with white linens, a bedside lamp, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom3757 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Ballarat Central, VIC
  • Place, Her Majesty's Theatre
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballarat Town Hall
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Sovereign Hill
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ballarat

Located in Ballarat Central within a short walk of St Patrick's Cathedral, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Sovereign Hill. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Her Majesty's Theatre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ballarat Town Hall - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Art Gallery of Ballarat - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lake Wendouree - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Sovereign Hill - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Ballarat Station - 6 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Steve's Fish Shop - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chequers Chippery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cubby Haus Brewing - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Midtown Cellars and Bar - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming older cottage in Ballarat Central with classic character, modern comfort and a great central location. Two bedrooms, full kitchen, comfy lounge, workspace and easy access to cafés, shops and attractions.

Welcome to Raglan Retreat— a character-filled older cottage in the heart of Ballarat Central, thoughtfully restyled to balance its charming heritage with everyday comfort.

The home proudly shows its age in the warm details and classic layout, yet presents clean, stylish interiors and practical living spaces for your stay. It’s an ideal base for couples, small families or business visitors who want both convenience and a sense of history.


Raglan Retreat is perfectly positioned in Ballarat Central, offering exceptional access to the city’s most popular destinations.

Within walking distance you’ll find:

Ballarat CBD and Sturt Street shopping precinct

Cafés, restaurants, bars and takeaway options

Supermarkets, bakeries and local convenience stores

Ballarat Base Hospital and St John of God Hospital

Medical clinics and allied health services

A short drive or walk will take you to:

Lake Wendouree and its scenic walking track

Sovereign Hill

Art Gallery of Ballarat

Her Majesty’s Theatre

Eureka Centre and Eureka Stockade

Ballarat Wildlife Park

Ballarat Railway Station with direct services to Melbourne

The area is popular with professionals, medical visitors and travellers who want everything close by without relying heavily on a car.

Guests have exclusive access to the entire home, including the driveway and all indoor spaces.

The home is single-level and includes:

Two bedrooms

Bedroom 1: Queen bed

Bedroom 2: Double bed plus desk and office chair

Lounge room with smart TV and sofa bed

Fully equipped kitchen with oven, cooktop, microwave, fridge, kettle and toaster

Dining area

Bathroom with shower, towels and basic toiletries

Laundry facilities

Heating and cooling

Newly concreted driveway with off-street parking

Sofa bed is available for use, however bedding is not supplied.

While many amenities are within walking distance, a car is recommended for exploring Ballarat and surrounding regions comfortably. Public transport, taxis and rideshare services are readily available nearby. Ballarat Train Station is only a short drive away with regular services to Melbourne.

This is an older cottage and shows charming signs of age, which many guests appreciate. It is nevertheless cleaned to high standards and presented for comfort.

Bedding is not supplied for the sofa bed. Guests wishing to use it must bring their own linen, pillows and blankets.

The property is in a residential area and is not permitted for parties or events.

Quiet hours apply and neighbours must be respected.

Only registered guests are permitted to stay overnight.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Deck/patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,757 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Ballarat Central within a short 17-minute walk of Ballarat Town Hall and also 17 minutes on foot from Her Majesty's Theatre. You'll also find Sovereign Hill and Art Gallery of Ballarat within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Charming older cottage in Ballarat Central with classic character, modern comfort and a great central location. Two bedrooms, full kitchen, comfy lounge, workspace and easy access to cafés, shops and attractions.?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Charming older cottage in Ballarat Central with classic character, modern comfort and a great central location. Two bedrooms, full kitchen, comfy lounge, workspace and easy access to cafés, shops and attractions. good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Does Charming older cottage in Ballarat Central with classic character, modern comfort and a great central location. Two bedrooms, full kitchen, comfy lounge, workspace and easy access to cafés, shops and attractions. have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Charming older cottage in Ballarat Central with classic character, modern comfort and a great central location. Two bedrooms, full kitchen, comfy lounge, workspace and easy access to cafés, shops and attractions. have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Charming older cottage in Ballarat Central with classic character, modern comfort and a great central location. Two bedrooms, full kitchen, comfy lounge, workspace and easy access to cafés, shops and attractions.?

Yes, every house at Charming older cottage in Ballarat Central with classic character, modern comfort and a great central location. Two bedrooms, full kitchen, comfy lounge, workspace and easy access to cafés, shops and attractions. comes with a deck/patio.

Charming older cottage in Ballarat Central with classic character, modern comfort and a great central location. Two bedrooms, full kitchen, comfy lounge, workspace and easy access to cafés, shops and attractions. Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Cute cottage stay, good for a couple. Some challenges with the split system controller and stove but good quality bedding and overall a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

VickiO

Pretty good

Comfortable. The bed was good, everything you need for a couple of days. Toilet seat and toilet roll holder needed fixing. Bathroom wasn't great, but it did the job
From a partner site

8/10 Good

PhilM

409 Raglan st Ballarat

Overall nice little house what lets it down is the shower above the bath it’s a little bit hard to use especially if you are a taller person,needs ripped out and replacing