Buninyong was built in 1841, marking the beginning of one of Victoria’s first inland settlements. Buninyong’s history starts from a gold rush in its neighbouring city, Ballarat. Many tourists flock to Ballarat, home to several Airbnb vacation rentals. Some choose to stay at one of the cabin rentals near Ballarat.
The population in Ballarat swelled and eventually spilt over to Buninyong, just 11 kilometres (6.84 miles) away. A charming village that hasn’t changed much for decades, Buninyong has splendid examples of colonial architecture such as the library turned local information centre and Bear Hugs, a small shop packed with teddies. Stroll through its wide streets and pass grand buildings to the gardens, which feature a Victorian rotunda, a historic sandstone courthouse and a pretty lake called the Gong. Or, take a trek up Mount Buninyong, an extinct volcano which has several walking trails and a lookout tower. The landscape around Buninyong features evidence of gold mining at hamlets and you can see the graves of early pioneers at Buninyong cemetery. To find out more about the early settlers, you have to visit Buninyong. So, read on to check out our selection of Airbnb vacation rentals in Buninyong, Australia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 06, 2024.
1. Yarrabee (from USD 76)
Find for yourself a homey abode in downtown Buninyong. This warm and cosy space comes with everything you need, including a fully equipped kitchen for you to enjoy homemade meals even when on holiday! Complimentary Wi-Fi and a work zone are in place for those with remote jobs.
Once your work is done, you can entertain yourself by watching your favourite movies, thanks to the television with a DVD player. A bathtub awaits those looking to unwind with a warm soak. At night, step out onto the private yard and enjoy a quiet moment of reflection.
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the array of books board games and the big tv with dvds were a bonusleeanne and stan's airbnb was a delightful surprise the photos don't do justice to this comfortable self-contained unitCleanliness:
very clean and well presentedvery clean tidy and well set-upit was very clean communication was very clear and easy to followeverything was sparkling cleaneverything was fine very clean and comfortable houseHost:
a great host and a lovely homefantastic stay and very helpful hostleeanne was very friendlyleeanne was also great and very helpful organising our checkinleeanne was easy to communicate with quick to respond and very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
its location is amazing as wellvery quiet and peaceful locationgreat location in walking distance to shops parks and gardens in buninyonggreat modern unit in a brilliant location walking distance to all the shopsfantastic stay at leeanne’s place
2. Mount View Studio (from USD 75)
This charming and cosy studio offers the perfect base for a memorable summer vacation in Victoria.
The unit boasts beautiful views of the mountain from the deck and the living space. The deck also has an alfresco dining area, so you can spend the whole day sitting there, nibbling on snacks. Moreover, the garden below offers the opportunity to take a peaceful stroll. If you manage to tear your eyes away from the picturesque scenery, the HDTV indoors will keep you entertained.
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having a section of the decking gives that extra room that looks out to a wonderful viewa great bathroom and nice deckthis is a small and cozy place with a great viewcute little place for a solo getaway with amazing mountain views and beautiful sunrises right from bedwhat a view this cozy little studio is exactly what you see in photo beautifulCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and exactly as advertisedit was very cleanaccommodation was clean neat and tidythe studio was very clean and tidythe accommodation was clean neat and tidyHost:
great host with clear instructions on how to get there and cosy sleepand much thanks to letizia the hostthankyou for allowing us to spend the night in your lovely place great hosts & perfect for usthank you so much letizia for hosting us and we lookforward to returning soon geoffhost communication was excellentRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect get away locationgreat location quiet room and close to local shopscozy place to stay close to town and very peacefulclose to shops and a lovely blue stone cafepeaceful cozy location with a wonderful mountain view
3. Fireside: a country retreat for groups & families (from USD 204)
If you need a country retreat for your company or your extended family, this rental unit in Buninyong, Victoria, is perfect as it fits up to 16 guests. The country home is bright and sunny, and you’ll have a lot of space as it is surrounded by 5 acres (2 hectares) of greenery.
Located just on the outskirts of Buninyong, from here you can walk to the shops, cafes and restaurants through the garden in 20 minutes or drive and reach the centre of the village in less than five minutes. A family-friendly house, this property features a highchair and a porta cot, as well as many flexible sleeping options. There is an indoor fireplace, a kitchen, ironing and washer facilities. It is 15 minutes away from Ballarat, so you’ll have many options as to where to visit.
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debbie very attentive and bought over more heaters for my friends because it was too coldlovely property beautiful garden cosy house with plenty of room had a great stayHost:
debbie is a fabulous hostshe let us use her place to host my groomsmen for my wedding and the place was greatdebbie continued to be a great host for our film crew - house is spacious comfortable bright and beautifuldebbie has been a wonderful host her communication was fantastic and we had a lovely time at the housedebbie was very helpful and communicativeRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in buninyong and short drive to ballaratperfect location for weddings at narmboolfireside is the perfect location for a family getawayreally enjoyed being in the country yet still close to everythingit's great place to visit
4. Modern comfortable unit (from USD 77)
This three-bedroom house for rent near Buninyong is situated in Mount Clear, close to Mount Clear shopping centre. It fits up to six guests and has Wi-Fi, a kitchen, and free parking on the premises. It is halfway between Ballarat Central and the Federation University, and Sovereign Hill is just five minutes away by car. Modern, comfortable, and clean, it’s your best choice for a short stay.
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the home was perfect for a short stay with modern amenities and comfortable furnishingslarge lounge comfortable beds quickly heated upthe heating worked a treat and the bed was very comfortablebeds are so comfortable and thanks gerry & jenni :)nice and quite with everything to allow a comfortable stayCleanliness:
clean and neathouse was clean and had everything requiredsparkling clean modern and very comfortablelovely clean accomodation and comfy bedssuper clean excellent facilities and good communicationHost:
gerry was very kindthey are friendly and helpful hostsgerry is a great host and there when you need himgerry was an amazing host and always kept in touchit was a wonderful stay highly recommend host was super friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for exploring ballaratgreat location for sovereign hill just a few mins awayextremely well equipped and centralshops close by which was super convenientgood location if attending federation uni
5. Bright studio with stunning views (from USD 90)
This is a private self-contained studio in an elevated flat and you can look across the historical township of Buninyong and Mt Buninyong in the distance. It is a short stroll from the town centre, the golf course and bus stop. There is free parking on the premises, TV, heating facilities, and breakfast is provided. Quiet bush surroundings make this an ideal peaceful place for a solo traveller or a couple. A bus stops just a few minutes down the hill and can take you into Ballarat, passing the university and Sovereign Hill along the way. This trip takes approximately 25 minutes. Alternatively, you can choose to drive to Ballarat and reach it within 15 minutes.
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( champagne breakfast ingredients heated on arrival flowers generous soaps and tea/ coffeethe place was so nicely appointed from the couch to the table to the lampall the amenities you need and a super comfy bedthere were multiple breakfast options available which was a lovely touch would highly recommenddon’t hesitate with this booking great room completely private with additional breakfast amenitiesCleanliness:
very clean tidy and very well decoratedvery clean modern would highly recommendabsolutely fantastic place to stay clean and lovely insidevery welcoming touches very clean and freshclean and welcoming space that's well appointedHost:
friendly in obtrusive hostkerry was a super hostkerry is a great host very helpful and fast respondingkerry was a fantastic host who went above and beyond to provide us with a great staykerry is a fantastic host both welcoming and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location just outside ballaratquiet location in beautiful buninyongbuninyong is a beautiful locationenjoyed the close proximity to town and our evening walkthe very close shops and dining options suited us very nicely
6. Private cottage at historic home
This cottage is located on 1 acre (0.4 hectares) of farmland and is one the earliest homes in the Buninyong village. Newly renovated, it has amenities like a TV, air conditioning and heating for your use. Shops, cafes and restaurants are nearby. It is 15 minutes away from Ballarat and 35 minutes from Daylesford.
8.08 km (5.1 mi) from Sovereign Hill
7. Spacious and cosy log home on a bush allotment
This is a Norwegian inspired log home, and you’ll feel right at ease with the interior that has mostly wood furnishings. It is set among private bushland, which gives you the peace you’ll need. You can get to the centre of Ballarat, Sovereign Hill, Ballarat Bird World and Buninyong village in minutes. You’ll have Wi-Fi, access to the kitchen, cable TV and dryer facilities. It is only eight minutes away from all major shopping centres.
Mount Helen, Victoria, Australia
6.56 km (4.1 mi) from Sovereign HillTop guest reviews
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warm welcome relaxing setting and beautiful breakfast spreadloved the fireplace the comfy warm beds and beautifully crisp morning winter views of the grazing kangaroo’sthe beds were comfy the food was great the tv is huge and the atmosphere is just incrediblemarcel and brenda made our stay both very comfortable and enjoyableCleanliness:
very beautiful clean and quiet placetheir house is really beautiful very clean and well decoratedvery clean very special and very beautiful surroundingclean and comfortable place to spend the nightthe rooms and bathroom were spotless comfortable and very well presentedHost:
amazing host highly recommend very welcomingthey are fantastic hosts who made us feel right at homethe hosts were excellent and very hospitableextremely helpful hosts made our stay extra specialthe hosts were very friendly and marcel makes an amazing loaf of breadRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and very close to sovereign hilla great place to stay if you want to escape the busy city lifegreat place exactly how it was listed
8. Cosy self-contained retreat in beautiful surroundings
Staying in this retreat brings to mind a potter’s workshop with its clean, minimalistic feel, and no wonder - this adorable house was built by an artist-potter in the 70s. Recently renovated, it is close to the city of Ballarat (only ten minutes away) and the charming city of Buninyong. A bus from Ballarat stops only 300 metres (328 yards) away. There is a kitchen with breakfast provided, ironing facilities and free parking on premises.
Ballarat, Victoria, Australia
6.86 km (4.3 mi) from Sovereign HillTop guest reviews
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the heater quickly warmed us on a cool morningit had wonderful views from every room in the cabinthe heater works a treat to warm to space quickly- perfect for a winter get awaybeautiful space peaceful and very comfortablethe beds are super comfy and the lounge/kitchen is really well stockedCleanliness:
place was clean and warmclean and well set out accommodationclean great communication and we had a great stayplace was clean neat and tidythe accommodation was tidy and clean with gorgeous artworkHost:
laurie is a thoughtful and professional hostlawirie is a great hostlawrie is great host and easy to communicatelawrie and grace are wonderful hostslawrie was a fantastic and helpful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely location to get away from it allclose to places of interest in both city and countrysideamazing place and beautiful locationgreat place beautiful location excellent valuebeautiful place in a convenient location
9. Beautiful treehouse
If you always wanted to live in a treehouse, this place comes close to it. Nestled amongst the Australian bush, you can look out from your huge window to observe the natural wildlife from your dining table. A huge property that can fit up to seven people, here you’ll have access to a kitchen, ironing facilities, free parking on premises and breakfast provided. A bus stops about 300 metres (328 yards) away and will take you to the town of Buninyong, but a train is recommended.
Ballarat, Victoria, Australia
6.71 km (4.2 mi) from Sovereign HillTop guest reviews
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great heater and lots of blanketsthe studio keeps nice and cool during warmer weather too and wifi connection was excellentthe photos and description does not do this place justice beautiful and incredibly cozyplenty of room with great artwork all around the placethe accommodation was comfortable and sufficient for our needsCleanliness:
very clean and tidythe apartment was cleansparkling clean place with everything you could needthe place was nice and clean with nice stylingclean peaceful and nice interior decorationsHost:
great hosts and very friendlyour hosts were super lovely and very accommodatinghost lawrie was very kind and friendlyour apartment qas beautiful and lawrie was an amazibg hostit was a great stay hosts were very welcoming and the stay felt nice and personalisedRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was perfectbeautiful location and outlook conveniently located for a very relaxing weekendgood location and a great vibeamazing place and amazing locationa nice secluded location driving distance from ballarat
10. Quiet and peaceful room
This private room in Ballarat is close to Sovereign Hill and you can walk to the Federation University Campus from here. It fits two and you’ll share the living areas with the host. The kitchen is also accessible and breakfast is provided. There are dryer and ironing facilities, as well as free parking on premises. The bike paths nearby will take you to Ballarat Central and a local cafe is nearby. It is also close to Buninyong village.
Mount Helen, Victoria, Australia
6.12 km (3.9 mi) from Sovereign HillTop guest reviews
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a very comfortable bed in a bedroom with good table & chair for writing & easy chair for readingthe room was lovely with the most comfortable bedeverything was clean and breakfast of fresh orange juice toast and tea or coffee was much appreciateda very comfortable and cozy room and marion and her husband were lovelyvery comfortable bed warmCleanliness:
very clean and comfortable highly recommendthe bathroom is very clean & spaciousbathroom is really awesome and cleanthe accommodation is clean and well presented check in was easy and communication was greattheir house and the room is spotlessly clean and comfortable couldn't ask for moreHost:
great hostsoutstanding hospitality cosy home the hosts were very welcoming and kindfriendly and welcoming host and lovely home away from homethey were welcoming and friendly and everything went smoothlythe owners r really nice and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
very friendly hosts in a good location near federation uni but not close to shopsfantastic hosts very comfortable and cosy close to universitya lovely quiet place to stay in a beautiful suburb close to everythingmarion’s place is fantastic very close to sovereign hill and shops her house is very welcoming and cozyi have good sleep because of the comfortable bed and quiet location
11. Historic "Mossmont"
A homestead built in the 19th century, this house fits four guests and is situated within 7 acres (2.83 hectares) of a Victorian garden. You can walk to Buninyong village for all facilities, post office, IGA grocery, launderette, coffee shops and cafes, restaurants, historic library and botanic gardens. Enjoy the views of Mt Buninyong in the distance, or take a bus to Ballarat city. The bus stop is only a few steps away. There is Wi-Fi, a TV, an indoor fireplace, an equipped kitchen, and free parking on premises.
Buninyong, Victoria, Australia
9.59 km (6.0 mi) from Sovereign HillAccommodates: 4
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lovely furnishings and extra comfortable bedswe had a very comfortable stay in this stunning and cozy houseCleanliness:
clean and really well appointedthe house was perfectly clean and was stocked with towels comfy bed linen shampoo and other essentialspristinely clean throughout and great amenitiesbeautiful old heritage house fantastic grounds cleanliness outstanding and attention to detailour stay was very comfortable and very cleanHost:
friendly and hospitable hostsour host veronica a delightfully friendly host provided all we neededvery lovely house and i appreciate the help the host providedand excellent hosts and groundslovely hosts great gardens and a beautifully kept and restored propertyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for exploring ballarata beautiful location with stunning groundslocated in a quiet area of buninyong but within easy distance of shops chemist and cafesin particular the location makes for a simple and easy walk around the historic homes of buninyonga beautiful comfortable and well appointed home close to the town centre
12. Garden room at historic National Bank
As the name suggests, you can rent a bedroom in this lovely garden cottage in what used to be the National Bank of Australia in Buninyong. A peaceful walled garden surrounds it, and you can walk to Buninyong from here. Amenities like Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a washer, and heating are available.
Buninyong, Victoria, Australia
8.47 km (5.3 mi) from Sovereign HillSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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the room is lovely with european bathroom/toilet shut away in wardrobe like areasa great little private room at the back of a historical bank in the heart of bunninyongCleanliness:
beautiful garden very clean and well presented propertyjock's place is a stylish clean self contained room with a super comfortable bed set in a great gardenvery clean and central for australian cycling titlesHost:
comfortable bed and the host jock was welcominggreat spot very private room lovely garden great hostshost communication was wonderfulfantastic host and great cosy place to stayadd to this charming hosts and the most delightful little dogRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful town great location for a relaxing weekendthe room and garden suited our requirements perfectly for a quiet weekend awaycomfortable bed and facilities set in lovely peaceful garden with shops close by
Experience the lives of early settlers in the gold rush in Buninyong
If you’re curious to know how the 19th-century settlers lived during the gold rush in Ballarat or you just want to get away from the city and enjoy a slow pace of life, then this vacation place in Victoria is for you. Live amongst the Australian bushes and get to witness the natural wildlife up close. A lovely place to be, Buninyong should feature in your next holiday wishlist!
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