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Mister Rice

Castlemaine apartment with kitchen

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A covered outdoor dining area with a wooden ceiling and ornate metal railings, overlooking a cityscape with historic buildings.
A dining area with a brick wall, framed pictures, and a large window.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a bookshelf, and a view of a building through the window.
A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a television.
A living room with leather sofas, a dark wooden bookshelf, and framed artwork on the wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Castlemaine, Victoria
  • Place, Restorers Barn
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Castlemaine Gaol
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Buda Historic Home & Garden
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bendigo, VIC (BXG)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About the area

Castlemaine

In Castlemaine .You'll be steps from Restorers Barn and within a 10-minute walk of Victorian Goldfields Railway - Castlemain Station. Kalimna Point and Kalimna Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Restorers Barn - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Old Castlemaine Gaol - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Buda Historic Home & Garden - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hadfield's Rod Museum - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Castlemaine Botanical Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Castlemaine Station - 10 min walk
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Five Flags Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Railway Hotel Castlemaine - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Doveton Corner Store - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Love Shack Brewing - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Basics Das Kaffeehaus - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Mister Rice

Mister Rice is full of character. With amazing views from a private balcony of the old-world architecture that Castlemaine CBD has to offer and spacious open-plan living space with everything you could need, you will feel at home, knowing you're on the doorstep of everything Castlemaine has to offer.

Three generously sized Bedrooms with comfy king-size beds, a generous bathroom, and a large open-plan living space.

The beds can also be split into singles.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

486134

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mister Rice to the airport?

This apartment is 27.1 mi (43-min drive) away from the Bendigo, VIC (BXG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Mister Rice have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

Does Mister Rice offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mister Rice?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Mister Rice?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Mister Rice?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Mister Rice have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Mister Rice have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Mister Rice to downtown Castlemaine?

This apartment is 0.6 mi away from Castlemaine.

Mister Rice Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Koren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely property. Great location and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay.

Amazing property, spacious and so close to everything. Very comfortable beds and well appointed kitchen. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Great best accommodation we have stayed at
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trent W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Clean property with plenty of space. Great location to be able to walk to nearby venues.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mister Rice

Great accommodation in great location.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erich J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, great amenities

Great spot in the heart of town, and funky loft style decor. Lovely to sit on the huge balcony with a refreshment and watch the world go by
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Mr Rice is right in the middle of town , so convenient, wonderful veranda to watch the world go by.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

linda m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Comfortable, Social Stay for a Group of Friends — With a Few Small Suggestions

Mr. Rice was fantastic! Our group consisted of five longtime friends, all women in our 60s, and the experience was just what we needed. The amenities were excellent—the beds were incredibly comfortable, and the open layout of the kitchen, dining, and living area (with comfy sofas, reliable Wi-Fi, and a massive TV) made for a cozy, social space that suited us perfectly. The balcony was a lovely bonus, adding to the overall sense of relaxation and comfort.That said, we would have appreciated it if the stair-lift chair had been functional and/or easy to use. The staircase was quite steep and posed a real challenge for a few of us. Also, a small welcome hamper with a few essentials or local treats would have added a lovely, thoughtful touch to our arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025