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Historic Linton Post Office

Family-friendly holiday home in Linton with free breakfast

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Outdoor dining
Interior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$287
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct

Explore the area

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Linton, VIC
  • Place, Lake Wendouree
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Sovereign Hill
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Ballarat Base Hospital
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the area

Linton

A family-friendly stay in Linton awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be within a 20-minute walk of Linton Flora and Fauna Reserve and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Mount Bute Scenic Reserve. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 1.5 bathrooms, a patio and a dining area. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a fenced private garden and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Linton holiday home include Devils Kitchen Geological Reserve and Scarsdale Natural Features Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Lake Wendouree - 32 min drive - 39.5 km
  • Ballarat Town Hall - 33 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Sovereign Hill - 34 min drive - 41.4 km
  • Ballarat Base Hospital - 34 min drive - 39.8 km
  • St John of God Hospital Ballarat - 34 min drive - 39.8 km

Getting around

  • Ballarat Station - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Linton Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jop. Co. - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Snake Valley Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wood Fired Pizza Oven Workshop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ruby Cocoa - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Linton Post Office

Welcome to the Historic Linton Post Office. This beautiful character filled building was built in 1880 and is situated in the centre of the quaint township of Linton in Western Victoria.

Linton is a picturesque old goldfields town located approximately 25 minutes west of Ballarat and 2 hour drive from Melbourne.

The Post Office is in a great location with easy access to the Skipton Rail Trail and Goldfields Track and a short drive to neighbouring country towns of western Victoria.

The Post Office has been converted from its original purpose into a comfortable three bedroom and two living area home that can comfortably accommodate 8 guests.

Two bedrooms have queen sized beds and the third bedroom has a single bed plus a bunk bed (the bottom bunk is a double and top bunk is a single).
All beds have electric blankets, pillows and linen provided.

A range of activities are supplied to be enjoyed in the spacious living area during your country getaway: books, movies, board games or choose to just relaxing by the open fire.
The kitchen and dining room area have all the comforts of home. Fully stocked pantry with ample breakfast items and ingredients to make a meal on your first night is provided and can be enjoyed by the slow combustion heater. A fully equipped kitchen and bbq area wo t disappoint.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please turn off the split system
Wash, dry and put away dishes
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Pets must be housed outside.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Historic Linton Post Office Linton
Historic Linton Post Office Private vacation home
Historic Linton Post Office Private vacation home Linton

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Linton Post Office have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Linton Post Office?

As of 26 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Linton Post Office on 28 Oct 2025 start from NZ$286.52, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Historic Linton Post Office family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Historic Linton Post Office is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Historic Linton Post Office?

No, Historic Linton Post Office does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Historic Linton Post Office?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.