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Interior
Living area
Food and drink
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 135 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bendigo, VIC
  • Saint John of God Bendigo Hospital
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Bendigo Art Gallery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Bendigo Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Central - Unique - Great history - Spacious -WI-FI

Spacious and unique piece of Bendigo's history, ideal for large groups

You will fall in love with this warm, invitingly spacious converted Goldfield's store.
Its unique layout gives oodles of entertainment room and provides accommodation for a wide selection of guests.

Bedroom 1 – Queen bed, large robes, bed side tables and lamps, lovely view to garden, linen supplied. Sleeps 2

Bedroom 2 – Queen bed, bedside tables and lamps, large robe, linen supplied. Sleeps 2

Bedroom 3 - Queen bed, large robe, bedside tables and lamps, linen supplied. Sleeps 2

Bedroom 4 - Queen bed, bedside tables and lamps, linen supplied. Sleeps 2

Bedroom 5 - Two single beds, large robe, side table and lamps, linen supplied. Sleeps 2

Bedroom 6/living area - Double fold-out sofa bed and full sized single fold-out bed, linen suppled. Sleep 3

Portacot is available.

Bathing -

1 – Extra-large main bathroom with oversized mirror and two basins, it has a free-standing bath, shower, vanity and toilet.

2 -2nd bathroom with shower and vanity.

3 - Another separate toilet.

Towels and consumables supplied.

Cooking – The open kitchen, large meals area and and one of the living areas gives ample space to entertain. The kitchen is equipped with 900 mm gas cooking, breakfast bar, dishwasher, Coffee grinder, Microwave, and more.

The additional living areas offer comfortable relaxation and access to the generous sized back deck overlooking the garden. There is a large table and BBQ , perfect for sunset drinks or simply to while away the afternoon.

Entertainment - Free Wi-Fi and unlimited Internet, smart tv's, NETFLIX, chess set and board games.

Comfort - Reverse cycle heating and cooling throughout, and a closed wood heater.

Well behaved pets by request as there is a secured yard. Dogs are not allowed in bedrooms or on the beds and furniture.

Parking - Off-street space for up to 4 vehicles.

Bendigo is a beautiful, historic provincial city, recently named Australia's first UNESCO listed city!

The Old Store is the perfect base to explore all that Bendigo has to offer including The Central Deborah Gold Mine, The Bendigo Blues and Roots Festival, Heritage Uncorked, The Bendigo Art Gallery, The Bendigo Writers Festival, The Bendigo Woollen Mills, The iconic Star Cinema, The Easter Festival, The Bendigo International Exploratory Music Festival, Bendigo on the Hop Beer Festival, The Bendigo International Squash Chamionships, The Goldfields Snooker Championships, The Ulumbarra Theatre, The delicious and diverse cafe and restaurant options and much, much more.....

PLEASE NOTE: Our properties are cleaned by a reputable cleaning company and all of our linen is rented from and cleaned by a professional linen service and refreshed after every stay including tea towels.

Property manager

Cath Armstrong
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There is an ashtray outside if needed.

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

About the area

Bendigo

Located in Bendigo, this holiday home is next to a golf course. The Capital-Bendigo's Performing Arts Centre and Bendigo Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Discovery Science and Technology Centre and Quarry Hill Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Bendigo Talking Tram, or check out an event or a game at Bendigo Stadium. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like winery tours.
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Bendigo, VIC

What's nearby

  • Saint John of God Bendigo Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Central Deborah Gold Mine - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bendigo Art Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ulumbarra Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Bendigo Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Bendigo Station - 3 min drive
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Foundry Hotel Complex - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Beechworth Bakery - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Central - Unique - Great history - Spacious -WI-FI pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Central - Unique - Great history - Spacious -WI-FI?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Central - Unique - Great history - Spacious -WI-FI?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Central - Unique - Great history - Spacious -WI-FI located?

This family-friendly Bendigo holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mickey Mouse Hill Bushland Reserve and Saint John of God Bendigo Hospital. Bendigo Talking Tram and Londonderry Reserve are also within 15 minutes. Bendigo Station is 28 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 102 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely quirky historical property
Great location Very welcoming hosts Thoughtfully stocked for all our needs Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Carol L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great house for a weekend getaway
We enjoyed our stay a few things didn’t match up with our original booking I notified Cath and she responded
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous house in a great location
We loved our stay! The house was nice and big, beautifully decorated and equipped with everything we needed. The outdoor area was great, every room had a fan or aircon so we were super comfortable despite the hot weather. Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosaly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Arrived to warm beautifully presented house. Very comfortable, in a great location and very homey!
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t wait to come back!
Loved our stay here, Cath was fantastic and the local detail’s throughout the house were so lovely. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for families
Perfect house for our family to catch up and spend some time in Bendigo. Well stocked kitchen, very clean and tidy a and lovely decor. Will stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place to stay
We had an amazing stay in this lovely family home. Space for everyone, everything we needed and more. Great holiday stay location. We hope to co.e back as a family again. Super clean and well stocked, this is an amazing place. So grateful to have stayed there.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
I have stayed at this wonderful house on 3 occasions now and just love it It’s a great house for a girls weekend away Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Return Visit
What a great place to stay. Enjoyed it as much as last year and already looking forward to next year. Great location. Just love this place! Thanks Cath.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Loved it! Great place to stay and suited our family group perfectly. Very comfortable and handy to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Fantastic property for our weekend away. Appreciated the heaters on, complimentary wine and list of places to go whilst we were in Bendigo. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect
What a wonderful place to stay. Enough room for everyone to have their own space. They have thought of everything. Probably best place I have stayed at. Beautifully decorated the house has so much charm you just want to move in. Would be great for family or bunch of friends to stay. Lots of room, wood heater really warmed the place up quickly. Thank you hope to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful part of history
We had a wonderful stay. The property was wonderful mix of the very old to the new. Beds were very comfortable and kitchen well set up. We had walks to town with the dogs. Whom loved a new garden to sniff around.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
Very comfortable for this unique historical building, great wood fire giving wonderful ambiance, all the rooms warm & inviting. Loved the port and chocolates. Thanks Cath, you were great. Walking distance to town ~ Bendigo has heaps to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Marisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend away
Very clean and tidy house. Beds really comfy. A lovely complementary bottle of wine was enjoyed by us all. My only negative comment would be is that the 2 lounge couches need updating as they were uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easter adventure
Came for the Easter Festival. Loved the house and had a wonderful, nostalgic break. Recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Character and space
Well equipped and great location
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks Cath!
Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historic
Historic property within easy walking distance of attractions. Property was very comfortable for family. We ate out mostly, but plenty of crockery etc. for inside dining. The balcony would be great in the summer. The only drawback would be the noise from the street in the front bedroom. It was priced affordably and in very clean condition.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most enjoyable
Thanks for a lovely stay. The property worked very well for us all. We were warm & comfortable & close to the festival action. And thanks for the wine and chocolates, all scoffed very quickly! A great trip all round, thanks Cath.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

tanya speakman

Excellent property
Stayed here for a girls weekend.  Location was perfect.  There were six of us and our every need was catered for.  Makings for hot breakfast, very comfy beds, loads of recommendations for restaurants and things to do. Beautiful deck area.   Will say here again.  The only thing missing was an iPod Dock

10/10 Excellent

Leeanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Old Store on Barnard
We had a wonderful stay, very comfortable and clean. Roads were busy but you didn’t hear them inside. Communication with the manager was spot on any questions were quickly answered. Loved the idea of not having a key entry, it made it so much easier with a code. Loved the house and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A spacious atmospheric home.
We were 4 friends having a couple of days away and to visit the gallery. The house was even better than we expected. Spacious, a bedroom each, kitchen was more than very usable, great heating so we were warm. Very close to everything we wanted, and town. We had an 11am check out which was a bonus. We will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Reunion
Fantastic venue for our 11 person reunion. Only negative is the 2 toilets at one end of the house, however, realise that can't be helped. Everything necessary in bathrooms, kitchen and bedrooms. Even the squeeky floorboards made the old home authentic. All in all we had a wonderful catch up.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W., Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for our large group
Communication with Cath was great, check in was simple. House was very nice, had everything we needed. There were even some goodies left for us which were appreciated. Only thing was the floor plan showed 2 single beds in bedroom 4, but here was a queen bed instead. (We had a group of singles) Not a great drama. Overall, great stay and highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cath Armstrong

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Having been an extensive traveler, with endless curiosity about places and people, has informed my host experience and made it such a joy to introduce guests to the Bendigo region and what is on offer.

Why they chose this property

The Old Store on Barnard is simply like no other in Bendigo.
It's authentic spaciousness, which is truly a place for large groups, will create an inclusive experience that can have you imagining a bygone era whilst enjoying all the benefits of modern day conveniences.

What makes this property unique

Being able to touch and see the original flooring and exposed brick walls, to light a fire and see how the flames dance off the paneled walls, this is what it means to stay in a property etched with history.
There are quirks to discover in almost every room and you will love the exploration of the unusual floor plan that has you staying connected yet with personal space.
Don't wonder any longer, come, stay local with us!

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests