Cosy Mid-Century home, Central, Off Street Parking and Fur Baby Friendly

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A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a window, and a wooden floor.
A living room with a wooden floor, a green armchair, a coffee table, a potted plant, and a large window with curtains.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A single-story house with a covered porch, a front door, and a small front yard.
A compact kitchen with a dining area, wooden flooring, and a window with a view of a backyard.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Onsite parking available
    Convenient and secure on-site parking, a rare amenity in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Wendouree

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Massages in spa
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Free internet
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Newington, VIC
  • Place, Lake Wendouree
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballarat Town Hall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Her Majesty's Theatre
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Ballarat

Located in Newington, a neighbourhood in Ballarat, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Sovereign Hill and Ballarat Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mullawallah Wetlands Nature Conservation Reserve and Flax Mill Swamp Wildlife Reserve. Ballarat Aquatic and Leisure Centre and Ballarat Bird World are also worth visiting. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
Newington, VIC

What's nearby

  • Lake Wendouree - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ballarat Town Hall - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • St Patrick's Cathedral - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Her Majesty's Theatre - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Art Gallery of Ballarat - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Ballarat Station - 8 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Market Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Midtown Cellars and Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Steve's Fish Shop - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Webster's Market and Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy Mid-Century home, Central, Off Street Parking and Fur Baby Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Cosy Mid-Century home, Central, Off Street Parking and Fur Baby Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cosy Mid-Century home, Central, Off Street Parking and Fur Baby Friendly?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy Mid-Century home, Central, Off Street Parking and Fur Baby Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy Mid-Century home, Central, Off Street Parking and Fur Baby Friendly located?

Located in Newington, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Wendouree, Ballarat Base Hospital and St John of God Hospital Ballarat. St Patrick's Cathedral and Australian Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is located in a lovely area, close to the lake and town centre. Well equipped with everything needed for a comfortable stay, undercover parking, lots of room to move, large comfortable bed and large safe yard for our dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 25 October 2026
Thank you Steven for your lovely Review and great to hear the house ticked all the boxes and you enjoyed your stay. Happy to hear the backyard was safe and secure for your furbaby. I look forward to welcome you back next time you visit Ballarat.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic accommodation

Brilliant set up highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A relaxing home away from home

A very comfortable place to spend our long weekend away with everything we could ever need. Would love to stay again next time we're in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2022
Thank you Tim pleasure having you stay at the retro retreat and we look forward to welcoming you again 🌼🌼🌼
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cosy retro pet friendly stay

Neat retro cottage in a quiet suburb.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Huge backyard, great house in a great location

Our dog loved how close it was to Victoria Park and the lake. We loved the renovation, very comfortable
Response from VrboOwner on 3 November 2023
Hello Mary Thank you so much for your lovely review. You were the perfect guest(s) and the house was immaculate after your visit Thank you so much for looking after the accommodation - appreciate. And happy to hear your fur baby enjoyed being close to Victoria Park and Lake Wendouree. Hope to see you again Cheers Narelle
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable and homely

Was very comfortable and had a homely feel. We enjoyed our stay and would defiantly return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very cosy house with all the amenities, close to parks and the city

We enjoyed our stay here in this cosy 60s house and retro aesthetics with all the modern amenities. Great location right near parks and just a few minutes drive from town. Nice back yard for the dog to run around.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2023
Thanks Stewart for your lovely review and glad you enjoyed your stay. House was perfect and super clean would welcome you back anytime. Thanks again Stewart cheers Narelle
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is excellent to stay at, the house is very clean and neat, very well equipped kitchen. Communication is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Retro delight

What a fantastic little gem! The owner was fantastic and check in was very easy. House was great and we had a lovely time in Ballarat. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Thank you Lara for your lovely review/ feedback - pleased you enjoyed your stay and had a lovely time in Ballarat. Thank you for gifting the house wine glasses it was a beautiful gesture - looking forward to welcoming you again. Cheers Narelle
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable and clean

Narelle was very welcoming and helpful. The house itself was well equipped, the beds were very comfortable and the place was spotlessly clean. It has a great enclosed backyard and is located in a quiet street. It has been our best b&b experience to date!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 December 2024
Hello Ingrid ❤️ Thank you for your amazing review, and I am pleased to hear you had a lovely stay at the house and everything was to your liking 🙏 As guest, the house was immaculate and a real pleasure hosting you and your family. Would highly recommend to other hosts. Cheers Narelle 🌻
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Begonia Festival

Great, spotlessly clean, great attention to fine green organic detail
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 March 2024
Thank you Rosalimd it was an absolute pleasure hosting you and your guests over the begonia festival weekend.🌻 The house was immaculate and well looked after. Hope to see you again cheers narelle
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic for ALL

Was a great and very comfortable for both ourselves and our furbabies . Property was very comfortable and fantastic for my pets they loved the large backyard was great . Highly reccomend this property x
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2022
Thank you Elizabeth - a super guest who left the house in an immaculate state - Glad the furbabies enjoyed their stay too and look forward to welcoming you back to our retreat very soon x
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely 60s style escape

Narelle’s place is beautiful. Clean and spacious with a nice 60s design vibe. The backyard was secure and a perfect space for pets. The beds are extremely comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 January 2023
Thank you Julian for your lovely review. Great to hear that you enjoyed your Christmas with your family at the Retro Retreat in Ballarat - hope to see you again. All the best for 2023 Cheers Narelle
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Three Night stay

Property was as described, clean, comfortable and well stocked with things we may need, the beds were very comfortable. The freshly squeezed orange juice left for us in the fridge was a lovely surprise. Communication prior and during the stay was great, next time I stay in Ballarat I will definitely be booking this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2022
Thank you Donita 😊 for the lovely review - really appreciate your kind words🙏 looing forward to welcoming you back next time you visit Ballarat you were an amazing guest 🌻
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Retro getaway in heart of Ballarat

We had a wonderful stay with our fur baby. Narelle has thought of everything you could possibly need for a wonderful weekend away. Close to Lake Wendouree, Victoria Park (we did 2 park runs), Ballarat central. House was warm, bed so comfy, kitchen exceptionally well equipped. We will be back 🤩
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2022
Thank you Katrina for the lovely review 🙏 we really appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back to the retro retreat Narelle 🌻🌻
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lovely home base

Beautiful house, lovely furnishings. A fab retro kitchen with all the appliances you could possibly need. Plenty of space and light. Could imagine its a cosy place to be in Winter too. Thanks Narelle
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2023
Thank you Stephanie for the amazing review. Over the moon you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the quirkyness of the house - it's definitely a cosy place to be in winter - and would definitely welcome you back. Thank you again and hope you enjoyed the festival and weekend in Ballarat. Thanks Stephanie.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Our Next Adventure

Ballarat and the rent house were friendly and great. Very relaxing. Good beds, quiet street & neighbours. Furnishing of house was quirky and 50ish(?). Hope you replace the BBQ soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pawesome pet friendly place!

Narelle’s place was ‘pawfect’ for us and and our two small dogs. It was super clean with a nice modern bathroom and very cosy warm with the heat pump (that was on upon arrival!). We loved all the little touches with milk, juice, loaf of bread and Easter eggs on arrival. The location is also handy for walks around the lake and parks as well as a stroll to the main street for coffee! Narelle is a fantastic host with great communication- would highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delightful Retro Retreat

We had a wonderful weekend. Kitchen and fridge well stocked with coffee pods, tea, milk, loaf of bread, juice and condiments. Welcoming music when we arrived. Christmas tree was up. Great location in walking distance to Lake Wendouree. Peaceful and charming neighbourhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 December 2022
Thank you Chris - It was an absolute pleasure hosting you and your family and would welcome you back again - have a lovely xmas Cheers Narelle
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Newington

When we arrived the owner had put the heater and lights on it was so cozy and warm. The house has everything a visitor would need and so close to shops and restaurants. Thanks for making your house a - ‘home’ we’ll be back …. 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2022
Thank you Liz we loved having you stay and you are welcome back anytime time..thank you 🌻🌻
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Photos lie!

The photos don't do this place any where near the justice it deserves. Authentic retro feel with all the mod cons. We felt relaxed and comfortable the minute we entered. Super comfy bed. The whole place was really clean and we lived the little extras we didn't expect. Narelle always answered immediately, we walked into town easily, I'd highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 February 2024
Thank you so much, sher, for your awesome review really appreciate it and great to hear you enjoyed your stay and the accommodation ticked all the right boxes. It was a pleasure hosting you and your hubby the house was immaculate and would definitely invite you back to Stay nevt time you visit Ballarat. Thanks again sher cheers narelle 🌻
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Don’t Miss Out On This Gorgeous Retro Gem

I had the pleasure and privilege of being the 1st guest to stay in this lovely home, during a weekend getaway in beautiful Ballarat, after not being able to find other suitable, vacant accommodation. The home has been beautifully renovated, whilst remaining true to its retro vibe and has a such a lovely, relaxing atmosphere. It’s location offers the best of both worlds, being tucked away in a nice quiet street, yet is a short drive to all that Ballarat has to offer. I will definitely re-book in future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2022
Thank you Tania for your beautiful words - we are over the moon that you had a memorable experience and loved staying at the retro retreat. As a guest we loved having you stay at the house - great communication skills, and the house left tidy and clean. Thank you again Tania and we look forward to welcoming you back....
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great New Discovery

Had a wonderful four night stay in this cozy home. I didn't want to leave. First booked it because my regular house was unavailable. So glad now that it was as I have discovered this place. Lovely to have little things like the bread and spread, milk and juice, and for someone who had forgotten their shower cap - there was one there! My dog loved the backyard which was perfectly safe for a small dog who would definitely find any escape routes. We would certainly love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 March 2023
Thank you Melissa for your lovely review - and really pleased that you enjoyed all the little things i like to leave for guests, as an extra treat when you book into the Retro Retreat. And would love to welcome you back when next visiting Ballarat - Thank you again Melissa i really appreciate your feedback.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely spot for our short stay in The Rat

Such a lovely spot for a short stay with our dog. We could trip into the cbd easily, and find lots of green space to walk the dog. She also loved having a fully enclosed and safe backyard to frolic in.The kitchen is well appointed with everything you need. BBQ worked wonderfully for our dinner one night. Great pub nearby for another dinner. Beds super comfy, and the shower is divine! Washing machine and clothesline on site meant we could get a load washed and dried one day, saving us bringing so much laundry home. Thanks so much for the booking! Loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 January 2024
Thank you Rae for the amazing review 🙏 great to hear the house ticked all the boxes and you were able to relax and enjoy your mini break. As a guest you were fantastic to host the house was immaculate clean and tidy and would definitely welcome you next time you visit Ballarat. Thank you again Rae and happy 2024 🙏
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Snug and stylish

A really well-secured, styled and stocked house to call home and it felt like our home instantly. I feel the host has succeeded in giving this home comfortable upgrades which made the place feel fresh and going above standard with attractive styling, quality curtains, furniture and linen making for very comfy rooms and a King bed I now need at my own home.! A huge yard for our furry friend to explore and good shelter for him to be out of all the rain we endured. Thank you so much for hosting us, this will be our choice of accommodation next Ballarat visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 October 2022
Thank you so much Ingrid for the amazing review -i am so pleased you were instantly made to feel at home when you walked through the door. We look forward to welcoming you back next time you visit Ballarat..
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