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Historic Renovated Retreat For Modern Travellers

Holiday home with kitchen, near Crown Casino

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FRONT: Charming red brick Victorian house with white trim, stained glass windows, and a white picket fence. Elegant fretwork and street greenery add to this home's cozy, well-kept appeal.
LOUNGE: Enter through the striking leadlight doorway into a sunlit lounge, where natural light pours across polished blackbutt timber floors.
COURTYARD: Enjoy al fresco dining and entertaining in the sunny rear courtyard with cantilevered umbrella if it get to hot. A barbeque is provided.
MAIN BEDROOM: The sunny bedroom with Smart TV opens to a balcony that is perfect to relax and enjoy the sun and cityscape view.
HALL: The home is adorned with the owner’s extraordinary collection of paintings gathered from travels to nearly every country on the globe. Name the country?
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Port Phillip, VIC
  • Place, Albert Park Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, South Melbourne Market
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, St Kilda Road
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Ensuite

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Historic Renovated Retreat For Modern Travellers

Charming c.1890s Victorian terrace in South Melbourne blends heritage elegance with modern comfort at an ideal traveller’s retreat. Featuring a queen bedroom with ensuite and balcony and a flexible study with queen Murphy bed, stylish kitchen, sunny courtyard and a global art collection. Steps from Clarendon Street, Albert Park and South Melbourne Market with easy tram access to the city and nearby beaches. This is a perfect retreat for travellers seeking a vibrant inner-city living with style.



STYLE IN SOUTH MELBOURNE

Perfectly positioned along a leafy heritage streetscape, this solid brick c.1890s Victorian terrace is a rare inner city gem that blends timeless charm with contemporary living. Its graceful façade with period leadlight entrance opens to a beautifully renovated two-bedroom, two-bathroom residence, offering both style and space just steps from all the vibrant energy of ever popular South Melbourne.



UNBEATABLE LOCATION

Step outside and you’re moments from Clarendon Street’s popular shops, the iconic South Melbourne Market and the lush expanse of Melbourne’s premier park, Albert Park with its stunning lake and cityscape view. With three convenient tram lines at your doorstep, the city and nearby bayside beaches are effortlessly within easy reach.



A WORLD OF ART INSIDE

The home is adorned with the owner’s extraordinary collection of paintings gathered from travels to nearly every country on the globe. A detailed catalogue accompanies the works, turning each room into a gallery of multi-cultural intrigue. See if you can guess which country?



LIGHT, FLOW AND OUTDOOR LIVING

Enter through the striking leadlight doorway into a sunlit lounge, where natural light pours across polished blackbutt timber floors. Walk through the home to the rear dining room with French doors that open to create seamless indoor-outdoor flow to the private courtyard garden.



THOUGHFUL DESIGN ACCROSS TWO LEVELS

Ground: The ground floor has a spacious lounge with feature fireplace (decorative only) and Smart TV. Further down the hall the study/bedroom has a dedicated workstation desk and queen Murphy bed that is ideal for work from home or extra guests. Next to the study/bedroom is a modern bathroom with shower and light court outlook. Then enter the contemporary kitchen with stone benchtop with stools, quality appliances and a stocked basic pantry. The dining area that comfortably seats six opens to the sunny rear courtyard. The courtyard is complete with an alfresco dining table, barbeque, a cantilever umbrella and herb-filled garden bed for the cook’s convenience.



First Floor: Upstairs is the mezzanine main queen bedroom retreat. The bright sunny bedroom has a generous built-in wardrobe, Smart TV, adjacent stylish bathroom with shower/bath and European laundry (washer/dryer) and a balcony with table and chair that’s perfect for a morning coffee or evening relaxation with the cityscape outlook.



AMENITIES THAT IMPRESS

● Four air-conditioning units plus ceiling fan for year-round heating and cooling comfort.

● Fast, free Wi-Fi.

● Complimentary toiletries and hair dryers are provided in the bathrooms.

● Porta cot, sheets, blankets, and highchair for visiting families.

● On street unrestricted and restricted parking options with parking map provided. Council parking permits are not available.



RELAX AND EXPLORE

Enjoy a coffee on the front veranda while watching the world go by or take a short stroll to Melbourne’s premier Albert Park. With nearby retail, dining, and entertainment all around, this is inner-city Melbourne living at its finest.



Come stay and experience the perfect blend of heritage charm, modern convenience and unbeatable location in this travellers retreat in ever popular South Melbourne.



This great inner city, two bedroom home is all yours.

It is not shared with anyone else!

Come and go as you please.



Your hosts are Gary and the team at Your Place Your Space.



We are on hand to make sure you have a great stay.



Think of us as your private concierge.



We love sharing all the best that Melbourne offers.

We will help you discover favourite local treasures like the best cafes, the penguins at St.Kilda Pier, where to find the finest food, buy bargains, catch a city show at a discounted rates, see almost any sport you could imagine or where to enjoy the nearby parks, sunsets or beaches.



We have prepared some information on all the great things to do in in and around South Melbourne and Melbourne. It is all available when you log into the GuestSmarts QR code that is provided in the property.



We strive to ensure that your stay is enjoyable and memorable.



Wishing you a great staycation.



The team at yourplaceyourspace.



HOUSE RULES

● Rule #1: Have fun, enjoy.

● Guests are allowed visitors but strictly NO PARTIES at any time under any circumstances.

● Guests are required to be mindful of neighbours at all times.

● No amplified music, late-night noise or outdoor entertaining from 10pm to 9am.

● The house is smoke, e-cigarette and vape free. Guest may smoke outside in the front entrance, outdoor on the first floor balcony or in the rear courtyard.

● Guests are required to take the council rubbish bins out on Sunday night and return then on Monday after collection.

● Sorry, no pets.

● Please make sure to return the keys to the key safe lock box and kitchen bench on departure. Unreturned keys will incur a fee of $100 per missing key.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Melbourne

South Melbourne, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, is home to this holiday home. Melbourne Central and Melbourne Cricket Ground 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 Marvel Stadium or Rod Laver Arena.
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Port Phillip, VIC

What's nearby

  • Albert Park Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • South Melbourne Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St Kilda Road - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Crown Casino - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Prahran Station - 4 min drive
  • Southern Cross Station - 10 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kuu Japanese Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bill - ‬4 min walk
  • Limerick Arms Hotel
  • ‪Nanna’s Place Mediterranean Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bellota Wine Bar - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Where is Historic Renovated Retreat For Modern Travellers located?

Located in South Melbourne, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre and St Kilda Road. Crown Casino and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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