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The Bright Gem on Grosvenor ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Living area
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with blinds.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, a desk, and a cabinet.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a gas stove, a toaster, and a window with a view of greenery outside.
A modern bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and glass shower enclosure.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to St. Kilda Botanical Gardens

Popular amenities

  • Street parking available
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washer/dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Balaclava, VIC
  • Place, Chapel Street
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, St Kilda Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Luna Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common Spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

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About the area

Melbourne

Balaclava, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, is home to this apartment. Melbourne Cricket Ground and Melbourne Central are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at St Kilda Beach and Brighton Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Rod Laver Arena or Marvel Stadium.
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Map
Balaclava, VIC

What's nearby

  • St. Kilda Botanical Gardens - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Chapel Street - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • St Kilda Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Luna Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Palais Theatre - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Ripponlea Station - 7 min walk
  • Flinders Street Station - 17 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Balaclava Hotel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Local Taphouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ripponlea Food and Wine - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Grill'd - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Grosvenor Hotel - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bright Gem on Grosvenor ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Bright Gem on Grosvenor ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Bright Gem on Grosvenor ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bright Gem on Grosvenor ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Bright Gem on Grosvenor ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ located?

Located in Balaclava, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Chapel Street, St Kilda Beach and Palais Theatre. Luna Park and St Kilda Road are also within 2 miles (3 km). Ripponlea Station is 7 minutes by foot and Balaclava Station is 8 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place ticked all boxes, cleanliness, host was available to assist on query, quick walking distance to public transport, shops and eateries. Made my trip super easy. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Stay

The attention to details and cleanliness of the place is among the best I have seen in stays. Very responsive host and comfortable stay. Would recommend the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend in Balaclava

Short stay to visit family, excellent location, easy and clear communication with host
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and had everything we needed. Great communicators and nice neighbourhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pet friendly central location

Great location, parking, very quiet, second floor unit. Self check in and check out. Our little dog was very happy to stay here too.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were happy with the accommodation. It was convenient to where we needed to go. Very clean and tidy Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Top Stay

Well located Melbourne accomodation neat and tidy plus very handy for shopping and public transport. Ticks all boxes. Recommended for booking
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and tidy

I had a pleasant 8-day stay in this comfortable apartment. Close to the train, shops, and restaurants. Hosts were easy to communicate with. Recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden gem

Location was perfect. Price was perfect. Apartment was perfect. Everything about my stay was perfect. Will definitely return in the near future! Thanks guys!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stylish apartment.

The apartment was beautiful, clean and attractively furnished. We enjoyed walking around the interesting neighbourhood discovering hidden gems and sitting in the sun in the park. Lunch from the Japanese restaurant in Middle Brighton was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Handy Accomodation

Great location, responsive owner, safe and secure, all amenities covered, excellent heating/cooling and hot shower. bed was fine and decent kitchen "Quietish" locale, shops, public transport and High streets all nearby. Recommended accomodation and hope to be back.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean. Everything you need in an apartment. Book with regulations, where to go, resturants, shops places if interest. Will go back again. 40 mins ftom airport.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a perfect stay for a short business trip. Excellent unit in prime location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Overnight stay

Dry good unit for quick trip or long term stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location lovely hosts parking

Beautiful weather Beautiful city
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

All very goodMay I suggest a breadboard for kitchen thanks

Very good
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2022
Thank you for the feedback. There is a bread board in the kitchen
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