The Cash Butcher - Classy & Centrally Located

169 reviews

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  Sara

  AU · couple · Sep 2026

  7/10

  Beautifully designed - Camera in courtyard to be reconsidered or communicated differently online.

  The property has beautiful interior considerations and it was very comfortable and exceptionally warm. The heated concrete is super cosy. The bed was luxurious and we had a wonderful sleep. The mattress is very comfortable as were the pillows. The bathroom is also huge with plenty of space. It was nice and quiet in the evening, which is something we value. Excellent communication provided early in the day from the property owner.

  We were going to eat our take away food outside, but we felt quite uncomfortable about the camera in the back courtyard. There’s a great seating arrangement out there, but for us, this was a definite downfall to the property. As someone who is often engaged/Working alongside domestic abuse survivors, having the camera focused on you outside is concerning. I completely understand the camera out on the street and focused on the front door area, but this is not something I have even experienced at hotels on balconies. As the owner has shared in other reviews, it is noted under ‘Most popular facilities’ and then, ‘See all facilities’ and then, ‘Safety & security’. The information there states, ‘CCTV outside property’. This is misleading. It should state, ‘CCTV located within courtyard’. To the owner’s credit, they have also highlighted this aspect in their Welcome message when you receive the code, which states, ‘Please note there are security cameras located externally at the property’. Again, this sentence requires extra detail. We went to the lake and ate our dinner there and this was still a positive experience… Reading through the responses to some reviews, I thought they were a little passive aggressive in nature and this was disappointing as it really is a unique, special property. In addition, the coffee pod machine didn’t work. We would have messaged the owner, but it was after 9:00 PM and the welcome message indicates that they are available for questions until 9:00 PM, which is totally reasonable. The housekeeper could potentially do an audit of key items during their assessment and cleaning of the premises? There were no tissues available. Although a previous review noted they’re available in the bathroom in the laundry amenities basket. There were none. We triple checked. We brought in a pack from the car. There was also 2 teaspoons, but 6 forks and knives. This could be addressed easily. As mentioned above, an audit from the cleaner may assist.

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  Haas

  AU · solo_traveller · Sep 2026

  10/10

  Unique accomodation option

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  Rhonda

  AU · couple · Aug 2026

  10/10

  A perfect place to spend our wedding anniversary.

  We loved everything about The Cash Butcher. It is so cosy and inviting as soon as you step through the door. It is exactly as pictured if not better. The living area is lovely to sit and relax, the kitchen is well equipped. The bed is super comfy. The heated floors are lovely in the cold winter. Location I wouldn't class as walkable but it is good, we had our car, however used an Uber for dinner. If we were to stay in Ballarat again we would most definitely stay again.

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  Van Wyk Smith

  AU · solo_traveller · Aug 2026

  3/10

  Comfortable bed

  Cold

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  Jazmin

  AU · solo_traveller · Jul 2026

  10/10