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Pet friendly family home with great views.

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Exterior
Property grounds
Private kitchen
Dining
Interior detail

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Buda Historic Home & Garden
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Castlemaine, VIC
  • Place, Restorers Barn
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Buda Historic Home & Garden
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Castlemaine Gaol
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bendigo, VIC (BXG)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pet friendly family home with great views.

Andrew Views is an elevated property which offers spectacular views over the Castlemaine township. It is a 3 bedroom home located near the heart of Castlemaine, only 3 blocks from the central CBD.
Sleeps up to 6 people in 2 queen beds, and 1 set of bunks. Has all modern conveniences, including R/C air conditioning, dishwasher, full laundry and full kitchen including oven & cook-top. Open plan living area. Modern bathroom has shower over bath.
Secure pet yard to side of house, with access to house from front veranda. Well behaved pets are also allowed inside.
Outdoor entertaining on front verandah, also on rear verandah, with electric BBQ.

Please note that the price is based on 1 couple using 1 bed, in the event that more beds are required please notify upon booking as additional charges apply. Additional beds may not be made on arrival without forward notice.

If you want a smaller, more cosy, intimate cottage, our 1 bedroom sister property, Ambrose Cottage may suit you.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9192971
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Castlemaine

Located in Castlemaine, this holiday home is next to a golf course. Boomtown and Bress Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kalimna Point and Kalimna Park. Buda Historic Home & Garden and Victorian Goldfields Railway - Castlemain Station are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Castlemaine, VIC

What's nearby

  • Restorers Barn - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Victorian Goldfields Railway - Castlemain Station - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Buda Historic Home & Garden - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Castlemaine Botanical Gardens - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Old Castlemaine Gaol - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Castlemaine Station - 17 min walk
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Five Flags Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Railway Hotel Castlemaine - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Shedshaker Taproom - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Love Shack Brewing - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taste of the Orient - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet friendly family home with great views. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pet friendly family home with great views.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet friendly family home with great views.?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet friendly family home with great views.?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Pet friendly family home with great views. located?

Situated in Castlemaine, this golf holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Restorers Barn and Kalimna Park. Kalimna Point and Buda Historic Home & Garden are also within 1 mile (2 km). Castlemaine Station is 17 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. 168 out of 209 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 209 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 209 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 209 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 209 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith L.

Liked: Location
We had a lovely stay with our 2 kids. It was a nice, clean and tidy home with comfy beds and I’d stay here again. The kids especially enjoyed the lollies and biscuits!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views in a good location and a lovely town.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Grant S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliantly positioned close to town, Paul and Ruth's place was clean, comfortable and the perfect home base for a weekend in the goldfields.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce A. H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most enjoyable
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonja G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect, thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sally w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great place to stay in Castlemaine, close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and accommodation excellent. We felt welcome and it is a petfriendly stay. The enclosed yard was great for the dogs. We had a relaxing holiday
View from balcony and burst watermain
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

peter J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location Quiet great relaxing looking at the views Paul & Ruth where very helpful & friendly The house was very clean and very spacious would recommend to my family & Friends
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Geoff S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view, a little noisy from traffic and rail. Nice place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pippa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were lovely and very accommodating. The house was just what we needed and very comfortable. Will come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Metal C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No frills house,very good for a budget stay in Castlemaine. Great air con. Very clean. Great enclosed outside area for our dog to enjoy. Spacious living areas. nice new clean bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location to take in the Castlemaine sunset!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roslyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts. Very flexible with our circumstances.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We didn't end up bringing our dog but would go back again with her
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really lovely, clean, large house. Doesn't look fancy from the outside (and the driveway is steep!) but inside had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming for people & pets.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely clean,well appointed home!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A pet-friendly, gem of a property that delivers generously on all that it advertises.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Val B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really loved this beautuful home. Everything we needed was there and the view was spectacular
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kylie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pleasant and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justine M.

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

Great location

Lovely views from balcony Easy walk to town
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clean great spaces. Close yo shops
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sally w.

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

Always a great stay

Close to town. Clean and well equipped. Always a great stay for us and our hounds
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Paul & Ruth Jenkins

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