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Australian Wildlife At Your Door

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Miscellaneous
Bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Fitness facility

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
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includes taxes & fees
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: No parties, events or guests not listed on booking

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Australian Wildlife At Your Door Scarsdale
Australian Wildlife At Your Door Private vacation home
Australian Wildlife At Your Door Private vacation home Scarsdale

About the area

Map
Scarsdale, VIC

What's nearby

  • Lake Wendouree - 20 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Ballarat Botanical Gardens - 21 min drive - 22.9 km
  • St John of God Hospital Ballarat - 21 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Ballarat Base Hospital - 22 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Sovereign Hill - 22 min drive - 23.6 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?

This family-friendly Scarsdale holiday home is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (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).

Australian Wildlife At Your Door Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kylie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Mark, Milton Keynes

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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., Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Greg R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Rongo D.

Liked: Cleanliness
awesome
2nd time staying here. very good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

10/10 Excellent

Kailem L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

2/10 Terrible

LUKE P., Houston, Texas

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

Troy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Rongo D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Tyrene K., Portarlington, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Angela B., Haddon, Victoria, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

6/10 Okay

Phil S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Khalid S.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful property and a wonderful property manager.
Set in a pristine rural area away from the crowds and traffic, the place gives you peace and a taste of the open spaces with the wildlife around you. The most friendly and wonderful Jenny is always aplus! Will be visiting again. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ned M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Great property for a Ballarat retreat, clean and well built. Many thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great host and property
Jenny is a great host and the unit is one of the nicest we've stayed in in quite some time. If you go, give her pug a scratch for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

Beautiful county unit
Beautiful little unit! Country feel without being too rural. Was very happy with the comfort of the room/beds. Jenny was a fabulous host!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Derek H.

Liked: Cleanliness
great accommodataion
very clean and well organised accomodation. Also the location was great, we saw kangaroos in the morning. A great place to get away to.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super place to relax
A lovely country property that has a wonderful outlook over fenced paddocks. The house itself was clean and well appointed. Jenny was an excellent host. The local village had a small IGA and the pub served excellent food.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
He enjoyed our short stay very much at this beautiful, quiet place.
The property was super clean, it had everything we needed and the host was super quick to respond to any request. We are looking forward to staying there again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022