Castlemaine is home to be&be. Boomtown and Bress Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore A.C. Sinclair Sanctuary and Kalimna Point. Victorian Goldfields Railway - Castlemain Station and Buda Historic Home & Garden are also worth visiting.
Castlemaine Botanical Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Castlemaine Station - 11 min walk
Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
Love Shack Brewing - 15 min walk
Five Flags Hotel - 5 min drive
Shedshaker Taproom - 20 min walk
Doveton Corner Store - 3 min drive
Bridge Hotel Castlemaine - 17 min walk
About this property
be&be
Dry cleaning, a garden and free self-parking are available at this smoke-free apartment building. WiFi in public areas is free. Each apartment has 2 bedrooms and provides free WiFi and free wired Internet. A kitchenette with a fridge and a microwave are available, and added amenities include a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a patio. Housekeeping is not available.
Be&be offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks and dining tables. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3.5-star apartment has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix.
Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 12
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Private entrance
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of AUD 60 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available
Children and extra beds
Children 4 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 4 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: AUD 60 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Children 4 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Frequently asked questions
Is be&be pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of AUD 60 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at be&be?
As of 31 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at be&be on 2 Apr, 2026 start from S$258, 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.
How much is parking at be&be?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at be&be?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at be&be?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is be&be located?
Situated in Castlemaine, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Old Castlemaine Gaol and Victorian Goldfields Railway - Castlemain Station. Restorers Barn and Hadfield's Rod Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). Castlemaine Station is 11 minutes by foot.
be&be Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The accommodation was lovely and Nicola was awesome. Thank you for the hospitality!
Anthony
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pru
6 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
We love be&be - surrounded by trees and away from it all. The studio is large and light-filled, has good wifi, and an amazing shower. Nicola communicates well and makes everything easy.
Pru
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vicki
21 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful views and garden surroundings
Vicki
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Monica
13 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
A great way to unwind
The accommodation was lovely. The sitting area upstairs is a great place to read and unwind. The bed was comfortable and the stay on a whole was like a tonic for the mind and body
Monica
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
14 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Natural hideaway
Our stay in studio-two was wonderful - what a beautifully designed, spacious space. Well-secluded among the trees, with views and sunsets.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tom
14 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stunning little studio cottage, cleverly restored and thoughtfully kitted out
Tom
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
14 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Natural hideaway
Our stay in studio-two was wonderful - what a beautifully designed, spacious space. Private, well-secluded among the trees, with views and sunsets.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Adam
22 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Incredible stay at be&be
The location is great
The place is very well done with all you need for a weekend getaway
Warmth on arrival in winter is exactly what you need
Towel heater is a perfect touch in a very modern bathroom which made you feel like you are in the wilderness of luxery.
Beds are comfy
Coffe and breakfast is a great touch.
The only small things if i had to find some constructive feedback, the couch is not comfy to relax on thr leather has you sliding everywhere so hard to relax on it, and the toiley sewerage lets out a smell so remember to put the toilet seat down
Adam
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pauline
15 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Castlemaine Excellence
Wonderful mini break for four close friends. Wonderful, friendly, helpful hosts. Everything provided and more. Attention to detail. Cosy and comfortable. Spacious. This stay was a real treat and a perfect base from which to explore Castlemaine.
Pauline
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl
20 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Bespoke comfort amongst gum trees.
The place was beautifully elegant. A glorious retreat tucked amongst gum trees and floral paths.
Nicola ensured my stay was comfortable and checked in to see if I had everything I required.
There fridge had been even been stocked with breakfast supplies !!!!!
The bed was super comfortable with a view worthy of a magazine spread.
Highly recommend
Cheryl
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
7 Apr, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful two level apartment in a modernly renovated old building. A lot of effort has gone into designing the interior of this space and it makes for such a relaxing stay.
The well equipped kitchen means you can cook if you'd like but it is also a nice walk into the town to eat out.
I'd highly recommend be&be and would be happy to stay there again!