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Cottage haven close to Ascot Vale cafes, restaurants, racecourse and showgrounds

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Huge upstairs room with King bed that can be altered to two king twin beds.
Room
Perfect reading nook and working desk area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ascot Vale, VIC
  • Royal Melbourne Showgrounds
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Flemington Racecourse
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Marvel Stadium
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cottage haven close to Ascot Vale cafes, restaurants, racecourse and showgrounds

Hidden along a classic bluestone laneway, Ascot Vale Cottage is a unique haven.

Nestled in a landscaped garden, the two story cottage encourages luxurious relaxation. From the linen sheets and doona cover on the huge King bed, the luxury towels, the Robert Gordon coffee mugs and the cosy throw rugs, every nook and cranny has a touch of magic.
Make a fresh coffee with the coffee machine, perch on the fabulous deep Wattle Living sofa to catch a favourite movie or indulge in a glass of wine alfresco at the Melton Craft outdoor table setting in your personal cottage garden. Whip up a meal in the fully appointed kitchen, and then dine at the beautifully appointed table. Throw open the French door upstairs and nestle into the big sofa chair with a good book, nestling your toes into the luxurious sheepskin rug. Work creatively on line at the elegant desk in the wrought iron surrounded study nook. Take a long hot shower, and then collect the fresh towels off the heated towel rails.
Ideally appointed for a couple, a group of two or three friends, or a small family, from the second you turn the key in the gate you are home away from home.

On the practical side:
The King bed can be split into two king singles, and the Koala Cushy sofa bed upstairs will very comfortably accommodate a third person.
The European laundry has a washer/dryer for longer stays, or you can airdry your clothes on the outdoor line.
The living room sofa is usually set as a three seater and chair, however can be configured for you as an L Lounge, a three seater with sofa chair, or two seater with two sofa chairs! (For configurations that can be created on request, see: https://wattleliving.com/collections/seat/products/4-seat-modular-sofa)

You will love the area - The location simply can hardly be bettered.
Ascot Vale Cottage is located 200m from the Union Road Shopping Village, with excellent cafes (including No. 19, Grandpa Joe's, Love Latte, Little Byrd), restaurants (including The Vale Bar and Eatery, Arcardia Gastronomique, Saigon Soul) and wine bars (The Union Wine Store), as well as the iconic Happy Apple Store.
Renowned shopping strip Puckle Street Moonee Ponds is a short stroll away, and it is an easy walk to the Melbourne showgrounds and of course, the Flemington Racecourse! Join the Spring Carnival season attendees in their beautiful designer clothes as they stream past to this premier event.

Transport is easy, and Melbourne is on your doorstep!
The cottage has it's own off street parking.
The Ascot Vale Station is a moment up the road, and just 4 stops to the City Loop.
Trams run along Union Road into the City at frequent intervals

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Parental supervision is required at all times
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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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
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

About the area

Melbourne

Ascot Vale, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, is home to this cottage. Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Melbourne Zoo and SEA LIFE Melbourne. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Flemington Racecourse or Marvel Stadium.
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Ascot Vale, VIC

What's nearby

  • Royal Melbourne Showgrounds - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Flemington Racecourse - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Melbourne Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Marvel Stadium - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Queen Victoria Market - 7 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Essendon Station - 4 min drive
  • Ascot Vale Station - 6 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ascot Vale Hotel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Quarter Two - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ascot Vale Fish & Chippery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy's Tap & Barrel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bravo Coffee - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage haven close to Ascot Vale cafes, restaurants, racecourse and showgrounds pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage haven close to Ascot Vale cafes, restaurants, racecourse and showgrounds?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage haven close to Ascot Vale cafes, restaurants, racecourse and showgrounds?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage haven close to Ascot Vale cafes, restaurants, racecourse and showgrounds located?

Located in Ascot Vale, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Royal Melbourne Showgrounds and Flemington Racecourse. University of Melbourne is 3.1 mi (5 km) away. Ascot Vale Station is 6 minutes by foot and Moonee Ponds Station is 12 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

david h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay, fully equipped and handy to shops.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam A.

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

Awesome cottage

Our stay was perfect. Thanks for letting us stay in your lovely place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Great location

Loved the cottage , had everything we needed . Jenny was a great host . Definitely would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

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

Cottage haven

The lovely house is a haven, quiet and peaceful.Beautifully appointed. Lovely scented bathroom productsAttractive windows giving plenty of lightA leafy garden area.Union Rd shops close by. I found the Little Byrd cafe to be good quality and friendly.Thank you . Anna
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

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

Little gem

Lovely quite area yet short walking distance to cafes, restaurants etc transport close by (tram:train) would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken & Sue S.

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

Delightful

Well presented, great location. Lot's of thoughtful inclusions.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Loved it

We attended a friend's wedding in a neighbouring suburb and this property was perfect. Location is lovely and the cottage has everything you need. Jenny was wonderful to deal with. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lachlan R.

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

Quick and easy cozy escape

Quick and easy booking, communication with host was always helpful and in a timely manner. Very nice and cozy cottage in a wonderful location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey H.

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

Getaway

Absolutely gorgeous place. We loved it that much we plan on coming back in August. Thank you for a lovely place to stay in.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice L.

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

Great location.

This lovely clean cottage was in a great location and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

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

Great location. Safe. Loved the cottage

Great little cottage with everything we needed. Only thing we missed was hot pads to get things out of the oven. Owner was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Perfect

Awesome little cottage in a great spot. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We’ll definitely back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley W.

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

Lovely charming cottage in Ascot Vale

Besutifully appointed, comfortable and ideally located. The host was very helpful. The area is ideal - just a few steps to Union Road, I recommend this property!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

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

Beginn des Frühlings

Obwohl es zu dieser Jahreszeit kalt sein kann, genoss ich eine schöne Zeit in diesem kleinen Haus.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

SAM S.

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

Great cottage and host

We enjoyed our stay, beautiful cottage with everything thought of. So clean and beautifully renovated, close to the city. Our host was thoughtful and attentive. We had a great time, thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gunda A.

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

Good Property

This property was as listed, it is quite small but it was clean and convenient with parking etc.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Des

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little cottage close to shops, pubs and transport. Stones throw from the Showgrounds and Flemington Racecourse. Host was easily contactable and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel M.

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

Lovely stay

Lovely property, nice and clean. I would recommend this property if you want something close to Melbourne with easy public transport.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My partner and I stayed here for a few nights, the house was very clean and comfortable in a quiet laneway. They do a lot with a small house and it’s well thought out ergonomics make for a open feel, would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly C.

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

Exceptional

The cottage is amazing, we felt right at home. Very clean and tidy. Close to amenities, trams, restaurants, cafes and shops. Communications with the owner was on point, Jenny was a fabulous host. We can't wait to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Julia R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great area and well established place

The place was fine, one issue was the internet dropping out but didn't matter that much. Well equipped, good aircon, lovely shower.Just could be a bit cleaner. Outside space nice and the birds were lovely.Thanks Julia
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

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

Beautiful little cottage

This place is awesome. Perfect for a solo person or couple. Very clean and comfortable. Slept like a baby. I was travelling by myself for work and felt very safe and secure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was very good, very nice place to stay, good value especially if you’re going to an event at Flemington race course, which we were! Otherwise bit expensive getting cabs into city, Only negative was there was no iron or ironing board which I found a bit strange as it had everything else!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley B.

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

Perfect cosy retreat

Great location for trains, trams, groceries and cafés, all just a short walk away. Very attentive and helpful host. Comfortable accommodation with quality kitchen appliances and cooking utensils. A few food staples were provided, such as tea, coffee pods, fresh milk, oats and condiments. Large king bed - firmer than our own but still very comfortable. A pull-out single sofa bed accommodated our young granddaughter during a couple of sleepovers. She loved the little garden and the fish pond!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fairlie M.

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

Hidden gem

Wonderful property with quality finishes and thoughtful touches. We loved the quiet location with easy access to the city and surrounding areas. The owner was a dream to deal with. Will definitely be back when we’re next in Melbourne .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jenny

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