About this property

Spacious Holiday Home in Ballarat: MacArthur House offers a spacious holiday home in Ballarat, Australia. Guests enjoy free WiFi, air-conditioning, and a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances. Comfortable Living Spaces: The property features four bedrooms and a living room, providing ample space for relaxation. The bathroom includes a shower and bath, while the dining area offers garden views. Convenient Amenities: Additional amenities include a washing machine, hairdryer, dishwasher, and a TV. Outdoor dining areas enhance the guest experience, while boating opportunities are available in the surrounding area. Accessible Location: Located 63 mi from Avalon Airport, MacArthur House is located in a pleasant neighborhood. Reception staff speak English, ensuring smooth communication for all guests.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

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Julia
Australia Australia
Had a wonderful stay! The room was super warm and comfortable. A huge thank you to the host for the incredibly useful local tips and the lovely gifts. Highly recommended!
Emily
Australia Australia
I love the facade of the house and the old world charm inside - especially the fire place and bay window in the front bedroom, felt cosy. Great location if you want to go for a walk around lake wendouree.
Jennifer
Australia Australia
We had a wonderful stay at this property. It was very clean, well-maintained, and very comfortable throughout. Great communication with hosts. We would happily return.
Kirsten
Australia Australia
This was a great location, close to Lake Wendoree where there is a fabulous 6km walking track around the lake and plenty of cafes and restaurants close by if you wanted a coffee or a meal. We spent a lot of mornings doing this and there was plenty...
Colleen
Australia Australia
Location and size of the house. Spacious house and beautifully presented bedrooms. Great house for a family.
Joe
Australia Australia
It was very clean and comfortable and 2 minutes away from our work site
Kerrie
Australia Australia
Cute old cottage, MacArthur House is worth the stay. The owners are lovely and extremely accommodating to make sure your stay is perfect. The house itself is freshly renovated, very clean, bedrooms are spacious and was large enough to accommodate...

Hosted by Harley Morton

9.3
Host Review Score
Harley Morton
Charming 1900s Ballarat home offering heritage character with modern comfort. Sleeps up to 12 across 4 bedrooms and a lounge room (3 queen beds, 1 double off the enclosed porch, and 4 premium single fold‑out beds). Additional high‑quality fold‑out beds available on request: Bedroom 1: one queen + one single fold‑out Bedroom 2: one queen + one single fold‑out Lounge: two single fold‑outs Features include a fully equipped kitchen, dining space for 8, cosy lounge with 200 DVDs, heating and air‑conditioning, modern bathroom with bathtub, laundry facilities, and a spacious yard with courtyard BBQ. Free 24/7 street parking. Pet‑friendly ( fee per pet ). Located in central Ballarat—walk to cafés, parks, and historic attractions while enjoying the comfort and charm of a beautifully preserved period home.
With 42 years of experience in retail and hospitality, owning and operating my own shop, I have a strong understanding of what guests value when choosing a place to stay. I pride myself on offering good old‑fashioned service and doing everything I can to make your holiday a pleasant and stress‑free experience. You can expect clear, prompt communication from the moment you enquire. I answer all questions as quickly as possible and provide detailed information about the property so you know exactly what to expect. Over the past two years I’ve upgraded the home with new appliances to minimise breakdowns and ensure reliability. All bedding is premium quality—pillows, donnas, and sheets sourced from professional motel suppliers. Every bed features a top quality medium‑firm mattress and electric blankets, because I want your sleep to be as comfortable as possible. I’m retired now and manage this property full‑time, which means I can devote my energy to giving guests a great experience. I provide an in‑depth guide to Ballarat, including recommended attractions, local eateries, and cuisines—many of which come from past guests’ favourite experiences. My goal is simple: to offer genuine hospitality, reliable comfort, and the kind of service that makes your stay memorable for all the right reasons.
Our neighbourhood is full of Ballarat's rich history, with top attractions like Sovereign Hill, the Gold Museum, and heritage sites all close by. You'll find beautiful old hotels for a relaxing drink and a fantastic choice of restaurants offering great food and variety. This charming 1900-build home is ideally located-just a 1.5 km walk to the centre of town, and 1.7 km to the train station. All the main sights and amenities of Ballarat are within easy reach, making it the perfect base for your stay.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of MacArthur House

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 11:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to AUD 530 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Extra bed upon request
Free
1 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform the property in advance of your stay if you plan to bring a pet. Please note that pets will incur an additional charge of 100 AUD per stay.

Please inform MacArthur House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to AUD 530 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

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