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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a window with blinds.
A multi-story brick building with balconies, a parking lot, and a small garden area.
A modern living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a dining table, and a potted plant.
A bedroom with a bed, a television, a wicker chair, a painting, and a window with curtains.
A living room with a sofa, a small table, a potted plant, a colorful rug, and a large window with curtains.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Luna Park
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Elwood, VIC
  • Place, St. Kilda Botanical Gardens
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Luna Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, St Kilda Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Poets Retreat

In a gorgeous quiet pocket of Elwood, this sun filled spacious 2 bedroom ground floor apartment packs in a whole lot for lifestyle holidays in this tree lined street.

This modernised retreat features a central hallway with storage, a sleek stone kitchen with Bosch dishwasher, a north facing living room, 2 big bedrooms with built in robes and a bright bathroom with large shower and laundry facilities.

Excitingly close to the popular cafes along Tennyson Street, the 67 tram on Brighton Road, several bus services and Ripponlea station, meander down to fabulous beaches for some summer sun or a morning jog, or simply enjoy the closeness of the St Kilda Botanic gardens, Acland Street dining scene or the relaxed Elwood Village lifestyle.

Should you require anything during your stay, we will do our best to provide it.
Melbourne water is safe to drink - no need to boil.

We are available to assist or answer your queries. We live only a few hundreds meters away. Please contact us at the time of the booking for keys instructions.
- The ENTIRE apartment is yours - No sharing with anyone else.
- Ground floor ease (no steps)
- Stylish stone kitchen/meals
- Reverse cycle air conditioning
- Private parking at your front door (Dedicated parking for guests)
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Free unlimited wifi
- Brighton Road tram (4 mins walk – tram goes directly to Melbourne city central)
- Melbourne city (8 kms)
- St Kilda Botanic gardens (3 mins walk- 500 meters)
- Walk to a choice of popular cafes and Elwood popular beach
- Elwood beach (just over 1 km)
- The nearest airport is Melbourne Tullamarine, 25 km from the apartment
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9672849
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Melbourne

Located near the beach, this apartment is in Elwood, a neighbourhood in Melbourne. Melbourne Cricket Ground and Melbourne Central are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Collins Street and Queen Victoria Market. 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

  • St. Kilda Botanical Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Acland Street - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Luna Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • St Kilda Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Palais Theatre - 4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Ripponlea Station - 9 min walk
  • Flinders Street Station - 16 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Village Belle Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Feast on Carlisle - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Company - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sorsi e Morsi - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Local Taphouse - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Poets Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Poets Retreat?

As of 27 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poets Retreat on 30 Aug 2026 start from £179, 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 Poets Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Poets Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Poets Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Poets Retreat located?

Located in Elwood, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Acland Street and St Kilda Beach. Elwood Beach and Luna Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). Ripponlea Station is 9 minutes by foot and Balaclava Station is 14 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Holly Mullaney

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Holly has been living in Melbourne for over 30 years. She owns and runs a travel agency business in Melbourne, conducting private tours to approximately 25 countries around the world including Australia. She loves Melbourne and is also very knowledgeable about general tourist information around Melbourne and Australia. She would be happy to advise guests on tours, sight-seeing, shopping, public transport and general information.

Holly has received a very high rating from previous travellers who have stayed at all her properties. She is currently a Super Host on Airbnb

Holly can speak English, Vietnamese, French & Korean. She is passionate about travel and has visited many countries around the world. Holly has a great understanding of dealing with guests from all walks of life and from different cultures.

“Having travelled extensively around the world, I aim to provide the same high standards that I received on my travels and share with my guests the benefits of living in this amazing city and country.” Holly Mullaney – Owner and Host

Languages:

English, French, Korean
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