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Australian Wildlife At Your Door

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Lounge room with TV & DVD Player. Free Netflix.
Full kitchen.
Main room.
Local Kangaroos
Lounge

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Scarsdale, VIC
  • Lake Wendouree
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Sovereign Hill
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Ballarat Base Hospital
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Australian Wildlife At Your Door

Australian wildlife galore!!! Located 15 mins out of Ballarat is our beautiful home on 20 acres with 3 dams & creek. We have wild kangaroos that feed and travel though our property everyday. The 2 BR Unit is fully is fitted with quality furniture & fittings. Sleeps 5 persons incl trundle bed. From your private veranda sit & watch the beautiful sunsets and the entertainment our Australian Wildlife has to offer. Located 1 min from the Ballarat Skipton Rail-Trail with supermarket only 4 mins away.

Property manager

Jenny Smith
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
No parties or guests not listed on booking.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No locals from Ballarat or surrounding areas. Adults photo ID's including address to be shown before check-in to prove this.
No visitors or unapproved guest. No parties. No candles to be used anywhere inside or outside on the property. Quiet hours 11pm - 6am No goldmining.
NO SMOKING. $250 cleaning fee applies. Tampering with smoke detectors or cameras will result in immediate cancelation of the booking. No camp fires.

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Scarsdale

Located in Scarsdale, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Scarsdale Natural Features Reserve and Scarsdale Bushland Reserve, while Sovereign Hill and Ballarat Tramway Museum are cultural highlights. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking, cycling and horse riding.
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Scarsdale, VIC

What's nearby

  • Lake Wendouree - 24 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Ballarat Town Hall - 25 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Sovereign Hill - 25 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Ballarat Base Hospital - 25 min drive - 26.3 km
  • St John of God Hospital Ballarat - 25 min drive - 26.3 km

Getting around

  • Ballarat Station - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Court House Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Hotel - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Dairy - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Teacup Capers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Yellowglen Vineyards Winemakers - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Australian Wildlife At Your Door pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Australian Wildlife At Your Door?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Australian Wildlife At Your Door?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Australian Wildlife At Your Door located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Scarsdale Natural Features Reserve and Scarsdale Bushland Reserve. Woady Yallock River-Smythesdale Streamside Reserve and Watsons Hill Bushland Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 51 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mel L.

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

2 day stay

Perfect for our needs. Responsive host. Lovely experience for our kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Australian Wildlife was a great and relaxing stay. Jenny's communication and hospitality were excellent. Highly recommend this accommodation to anyone looking to escape from their busy lifestyle and wanting to relax and recharge themselves
Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kylie F.

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

Back to nature getaway

Lovely place to stay. Very quite and rural so perfect for that lowkey getaway to recharge.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dianne P.

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

Peaceful country

The unit was very roomy and comfortable, it would be good for travelling with a family.The view from our bedroom was was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was just as described, would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was very clean and spacious with all amenities to hand for a comfortable stay, including a smart TV and internet. Jenny was an excellent host and nothing was too much trouble; she made us feel both welcome and valued. Would certainly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

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

Beautiful

A lovely place to stay - very clean, well appointed, beautiful scenery & a good home base while we did lots of driving & sightseeing. Thank you, Jenny!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kailem L.

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

Great location.

Was a great place for our trip away to Victoria, was only a shortish drive to Ballarat, was in a great location to relax with each other and look at horses and watch some amazing sunsets. Would definitely come back for another stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg R.

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

Great stay

We had a great stay at the picturesque property close to Ballarat. The kids loved patting the horses each day and I went running on the rail trail which is just down the road. Highly recommended. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyrene K., Portarlington, Australia

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

Great place

Everyone is very friendly and there are always food items when we get there. Another fantastic stay, thanks again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

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

Cycling trip

Great location for those wanting to ride the Ballarat-Skipton Rail Trail. We were able to ride from the house to the trail easily. Jenny was very responsive to messages. The house was clean, comfortable and well-equipped and had good undercover parking for the bikes. My only complaint would be that the bed was a bit saggy, but overall it was a great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rongo D.

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

awesome

2nd time staying here. very good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy C.

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

Great value for money

Great value for money Absolutely spotless on arrival Private quiet and secluded
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley H.

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

Family getaway

Great property to get away and relax. Not too far out of Ballarat. The property has everything you need for a comfortable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Phil S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Weekend Getaway

Nice location, property needs some tlc.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rongo D.

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

Fantastic

Awesome accommodation for us. Nice an clean, had everything we needed for our stay. Cereals, bread milk etc - much appreciated. Great location small town just down the road, and safeway 10-15 mins away. Loved our stay thanks soo much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela B., Haddon, Victoria, Australia

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

No complaints

Family didn't spend a lot of time at the property but I didn't hear any complaints and they loved seeing the roos!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

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

Clean and quiet

Jenny’s property was lovely and new, clean and quiet. Jenny made sure that I had all that I needed. Thank you for having me
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

Great country getaway

Thank you for hosting us at your beautiful country property. There were wonderful views out every window, and even though the weather was pretty terrible, we enjoyed our writer's retreat in this idyllic location. The property was clean and well-appointed, everything we needed. Thank you also for the access to streaming services on the TV! We were especially grateful for the recommendation of the local cafe - we thoroughly enjoyed our stop there and went back on the final day to buy more locally sourced goods! A lovely property, very much as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

LUKE P., Houston, Texas

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great property and location but you risk being charged for damages

We booked our stay at this property in December. The host was initially amiable and the location was convenient, contributing to the overall appeal of the place. The presentation of the property was generally pleasing. However, we encountered a few issues upon arrival. Notably, the cleaning appeared incomplete, as evidenced by numerous raisins scattered around the sofa. Additionally, we faced a problem with a blocked sink drain. Although the host provided a plunger, it required personal intervention to resolve, revealing a substantial accumulation of mud and leaves - a probable oversight from previous guests. Despite these initial setbacks, our stay was enjoyable and relaxing. Post-departure, however, we experienced an unexpected and shocking problem. Several days after our return, the host accused us of damaging the door lock - a claim initiated by subsequent guests and not observed during cleaning. We are confident that the lock was fully functional when we left, suggesting that the damage occurred after our departure. Despite this, the host dismissed our explanations, opting for a direct accusation and immediate compensation. The communication turned unpleasant, with the host adopting a condescending tone, insinuating that either ourselves or our children were responsible for the damage. In conclusion, while the property itself offers a fairly pleasant stay, potential guests should be aware of the risk of being unjustly held accountable for damages.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod D.

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

Quiet country getaway

The unit is situated in a quiet and peaceful area but still only 15-20 mins from Ballarat. The owner was good to deal with and the accommodation was very clean and well presented.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Frances H.

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

Hot bedroom

Overall, the place was good, and very clean but I think that it was very hot in the first bedroom on arrival, it would have been better if the drapes were closed against the afternoon son, the air conditioner in the lounge did not reach the main bedroom so the bedroom did not cool down. As well one of the beds in the second bedroom squeaked every time the person in the bed moved, but I think it was good vale for the money..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alison E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

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

Beautiful family friendly property

Clean, comfortable, well appointed accommodation on a large rural property. The kids had a great time exploring the garden, climbing the large trees, and playing frisbee. Thanks to Jess for giving the kids their riding lesson on your beautiful horse Jack. Many thanks to Jenny for letting us stay on your lovely property. A definite highlight was the cute and friendly puppers Billy and Tootsie. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jenny Smith

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I am originally a Ballarat girl. Moved to Papua New Guinea for 16 years to work for a very large security company as their National Kennel Manager. I trained protection & detection dogs. In 2016 my husband, daughter (Jessica 11 years old at the time) & I had to leave PNG very abruptly after my husband of 23yrs was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. He passed away in 2017. I decided to stay in Australia at least until Jessica's schooling was completed but I could not cope being on a normal house block after having lived on large acreage all my life. As I am sure you all are aware, private schooling isn't cheap, especially for a single mum, so I started an import company and the BNB listings. I like meeting people & have had 10 yrs experience in hospitality, so hosting suits me perfectly.

Why they chose this property

Country area but close to city.

What makes this property unique

The kangaroos, wildlife & beautiful sunsets.

Languages:

English

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