Lóistín saoire ar cíos in Staughton Vale

Westcott Cottage. Come stay & meet our alpacas!

Our cosy, 1860's cottage has a self checkin entrance & sits in a private garden with views to the old barn. The living room, kitchenette, bedroom & bathroom make an ideal getaway for couples. Set on four acres, the property backs onto a treed area alongside the Werribee River. It has chickens & friendly alpacas to visit, but is a mere 5 minute walk into town. Ballan is the perfect base from which to explore Daylesford, Trentham, Blackwood, Creswick & Ballarat. All are within a 30 minute drive.

Cockatoo View

The unit has vaulted ceilings and hardwood floors, a complete kitchen with dishwasher. In winter the wood fire place keeps the place cosy. In summer the balcony is a favorite place for breakfast, watching numerous native birds. Within a few minutes drive you will reach the center of Geelong, Deakin Uni, and the 3 major hospitals of Geelong. It's an easy drive to beautiful beaches, including the Great Ocean Road. To keep the building sustainable, there is solar hot water & power & rain tanks.

The Studio, Bacchus Marsh

"The Studio" is a spacious, peaceful and self-contained retreat with a large open plan dining/living space as well as two good-sized bedrooms with up to 5 beds available (3 Queen and 2 King singles), a bathroom with bath and shower, a separate powder room/toilet and a laundry cupboard. With a fully equipped kitchen, espresso machine, huge dining table, wi-fi, a 75 inch TV, two 3-seater sofas, books and DVD's.. Guests can enjoy a game of table tennis, a BBQ, or a bounce on the trampoline.

The Sweetest Cabin in the Vines - Blame Mabel #1

Welcome to the sweet simplicity of country life. Nestled in a vineyard, our charming three cabins are on a mountainside with 30 acres to explore. Quiet, a little rugged, and just enough offbeat to keep things interesting. Stay in or venture along the country lanes through the beautiful Moorabool Valley Wine Region & nearby national parks. Blame Mabel is just an hour from Melbourne, Ballarat, Daylesford & beaches & 30 minutes from Geelong, The Spirit of Tas & Avalon Airport.

Serenity - a beautiful mud brick home on 3.5 acres

Sit back, relax at the unique and tranquil getaway, Serenity. Set on 3.5 acres of gum trees and surrounded by nature reserve, you will feel totally secluded in this private space. Situated only 45 minutes from Melbourne, Serenity has an abundance of nature walks on our door step and is only 10 minutes from Bacchus Marsh, home to strawberry, cherry, apple etc fruit picking, cute and quirky cafes and restaurants. Close to Blackwood and the Lerderderg & Wombat state forests.

Killiney Spa Apartment Close to Ballarat & Geelong

Rates are 2 people twin share queen bed, extra fees 20pp up to 4 adults. Entire use of self contained unit and access to Spa (Bathers to be worn please as not a bath tub for bathing in but relaxing in, full kitchen with gas hotplates and oven, queen bed, if you require seperate beds then you must book for 3 adults and sofa bed will be available cannot sleep more than 4. Tea, coffee, linen and towels provided. Full B/fast baskets available pre arranged beforehand

Lara Short Stays. Executive Homestead Hideaway

Our Homestead Hideaway is very unique, tucked away & gorgeous . A fully self contained 1 bedroom unit, but with it's huge ceiling heights and charm like no other. A stunning modern and fresh bathroom with a special shower view.... for that.... lush, I feel spoilt stay. Near the heart of Lara yet surrounded by Serenidip Sanctuary... Minutes to shops, the Train Station, You Yangs. This executive 1/2 cottage is a working away from home delight.

Murray’s Place - Architectural Tiny Home

*Airbnb 'best new host award' finalist 2023* Welcome... Unwind at this unforgettable custom built tiny home accommodation. Located only 50 minutes from Melbourne CBD and 30 minutes from Geelong CBD, you’ll find yourself relaxing in your own area on our 17 acre farm in Little River. If you’re looking for a day of exploring (hikes, mountain bike riding, picnic etc.) We are only a 10 minute drive to the You Yangs regional Park.

The "Hut" Pet friendly accommodation on 26 Acres

"The Hut" is in a convenient location close to Geelong, Ballarat/Sovereign Hill and Daylesford. It will take approx. 40 minutes scenic drive through beautiful countryside to get to those places. A unique country retreat to relax and unwind. Experience this fully renovated old galvanised iron hay shed that is fully self contained with a large rustic outdoor entertainment area that has an open fireplace and outdoor fire pit.