Cozy Escape near St Kilda and Brighton

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A modern living room with a grey sofa, a TV on a stand, a round coffee table, and a large window with curtains.
A room with a round mirror on the wall, a small white console table with a book and a potted orchid, and a grey curtain in the background.
Nearby Esplanade Hotel waterfront in St Kilda
A modern living room with a sofa, a round woven coffee table, a TV, and a floor lamp.
A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted lamp, a framed picture of a yak, and a small plant on a console table.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Elwood, VIC
  • Place, Elwood Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Rippon Lea House and Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Kilda Botanical Gardens
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Dining area

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About the area

Melbourne

Elwood, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, is home to this apartment. Melbourne Cricket Ground and Melbourne Central are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Chadstone Shopping Mall and Collins Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Rod Laver Arena or Marvel Stadium.
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Elwood, VIC

What's nearby

  • Elwood Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Jewish Holocaust Centre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Rippon Lea House and Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • St. Kilda Botanical Gardens - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Skydive the Beach and Beyond Melbourne - 6 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Southern Cross Station - 10 min drive
  • Elsternwick Station - 18 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kremma - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Combi Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Antique Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Elsternwick Hotel - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Escape near St Kilda and Brighton pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Escape near St Kilda and Brighton?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Escape near St Kilda and Brighton?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Escape near St Kilda and Brighton?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Escape near St Kilda and Brighton located?

Located in Elwood, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of St Kilda Beach, Luna Park and Palais Theatre. Brighton Beach and Fitzroy Street are also within 3 miles (5 km). Elsternwick Station is 18 minutes by foot and Ripponlea Station is 23 minutes.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
really nice property, very homely and well kept
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Feb 2026
Thank you so much, Tom! We’re really happy you felt at home and enjoyed the property 😊 Hope to host you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
The host was really responsive and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad to hear that you found us responsive and easy to communicate with — that truly means a lot to us. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was the perfect 'pit stop' for us needing to be close to Albert Park. After a long day it was great to come back, cook up a delicous feed,or sneak down to some restaurants near by. We will return!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar 2026
Thank you, Lornelle! We're thrilled to hear our property was the perfect pit stop for your stay near Albert Park. It's wonderful that you enjoyed the cooking and nearby restaurants. We can't wait to welcome you back for another visit!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming. The apartment was in a great position to the beach and St Kilda. The only downside was the keys to the gate. They really need to get them fixed, as sometimes itntook up to 20 minutes to get in the gates.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
Thank you for your lovely feedback, Vanessa! We're glad you enjoyed the location and appreciate you letting us know about the gate keys — we'll get that sorted. 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Idyllic location

Property managers were amazing with great communication. The property was in an ideal location with shops and beach within walking
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to submit your review. We truly appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear about your experience. Looking forward to Hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location and Accomodating

My partner and I had the unfortunate position of having to move for a few weeks whilst our rental had to do a bathroom renovation due to some leaks. The property manager for this property was very accomodating and responsive to our needs and when the property couldn’t be rented to us anymore they were quick to find suitable accomodating for the remaining time. The property itself is a nice simple one bedroom with modern furnishings and a nice central locating in Elwood and the beach. For the duration we stayed we probably needed a bit more wardrobe space to put our belongings but for a short stay this is suitable. If we had to we would rent with Maisonettes again.
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2023
Thank you for submitting your reviews! Your reviews are important to us! Looking forward to hosting you again. Cheers, Maisonnets team
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, the experience was disappointing. Although the house looks nice in the photos, it lacks basic amenities that make the place livable: the wardrobe is unusable (the worst I’ve seen in 50 countries), there was no dinning chairs, just primitive stools, and there’s no dryer, an issue in winter, there weren't basic hooks for jackets. The bathroom ventilation is broken, causing mold and respiratory problems, and the bed blankets are uncomfortably cold. It feels like the property was optimized to cut maintenance costs rather than comfort. Moreover, they were quite money-grabbing, charging for every little thing. They charged me extra fee to upgrade the sofa, and despite my nine-week stay, they still wanted me to charge an extra night for early check-in. The host experience felt overly transactional and uncompromisingThe host exists, but there is no true support at all: replies are slow, and sometimes days pass with no assistance. I spent four days struggling to open the gate; despite daily requests, I received no help and had to figure out an unusual, poorly maintained way to operate the lock, suffering outside in the cold. For the price, I expected much better accommodation and support. I strongly do not recommend this place, and I would never return.
Stayed 64 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Felipe. We’re sorry to hear that your stay did not meet your expectations. Many of the points raised relate to features that are accurately represented in the listing. The property photos clearly show the dining stools, the style of the wardrobe, and the amenities provided, including that there is no clothes dryer. Guests are encouraged to review the listing details before booking to ensure the property suits their needs. Regarding the bathroom ventilation, we were not made aware of any issue during your stay. Had this been reported, we would have arranged for it to be inspected as soon as possible. We also did not receive any reports regarding mould or the bedding being unsuitable. In relation to support, we responded to your messages throughout your stay and assisted where possible. The sofa upgrade and early check-in fee were optional services, and these charges were clearly communicated in advance rather than being unexpected costs. We’re sorry to hear you experienced difficulty operating the gate. While we understand this was frustrating, our records show guidance was provided, and we appreciate the feedback as it helps us identify where clearer instructions may be beneficial for future guests. We value all guest feedback and will continue looking for ways to improve the experience for future stays. We wish you all the best in your future travels.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Good location shame about the property

Location good. Old property with narrow stairs. Not good access for older patrons or those physically challenged. Kitchen good plenty of light. Bed was low and uncomfortable, clean. No where to put a suitcase except on the bed or sofa. Two electric heaters. Only one worked. Two lamps in the living room, only one worked. No air conditioning. Bedroom and living room had minimal natural light due to the proximity of the adjacent building. Bathroom small but functional. Shower is in a narrow bath. Showering would be difficult for older people or this physically challenged. Property manager unhelpful although she did make an effort to make contact but not really interested.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
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