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Highview on High St: A Balcony Haven in Northcote

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A residential area with a skyline of modern buildings in the background.
A balcony with a wooden table and a grill, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a clear sky.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a black dining table with metal legs.
A modern living room with a sofa, a black leather chair, a small table, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.
A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, a door, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Batman Park
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Northcote, VIC
  • Place, Batman Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Northcote Theatre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Yarra Bend Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Highview on High St: A Balcony Haven in Northcote

This inner-city Northcote hideaway provides a cosy and comfortable base for your trip to Melbourne. It's surrounded by the neighbourhood's venerable live bars, cafes and boutique shopping. The apartment itself offers an idyllic balcony framing fantastic skyline views and it's equipped with everything you need for a memorable and easy stay including a fully-equipped kitchen, BBQ, and in-unit laundry. There is secure parking as well as easy public transport right at your front door.
Experience the best of Melbourne from this spacious inner-city Northcote lookout. The neighbourhood is a hive of activity with great bars, live music venues, cafes, restaurants and shops, and is effortlessly connected to the CBD.

The living area extends to a large balcony with 180-degree views across the city skyline where you can fire up the BBQ and enjoy an alfresco meal. The open-plan living area is fitted with a plush sofa, adjustable TV and a four-person dining table, which doubles as a workspace. The kitchen is kitted with sleek appliances including a dishwasher for easy clean-up, and basic pantry items to get you started. There is also air-conditioning and heating creating a year-round retreat.

In the evenings, retreat to a generous bedroom with a queen-sized bed and built-in wardrobe for storing your belongings. There is a high-pressure shower in the bathroom to easily refresh, while internal laundry facilities adds to your everyday convenience with a washing machine, dryer, iron and drying rack.

The apartment also comes with a designated underground car spot for one car.
During your stay, you and your group will have the entire apartment to yourself. Please make yourself at home!

The charming artsy suburb of Northcote has become one of the city’s most sought after neightbourhoods, for its stylish boutiques, notable restaurants and wine bars. It has a bustling village vibe and is a hub for live music with venues such as Northcote Social Club, Open Studio and Wesley Anne. Northcote is also known for its abundant brunch spots such as Barry Coffee and Food, Penny Farthing Espresso and Filed Black. The Merri Creek Trail is a scenic walking and cycling track along the creek through the northern suburbs, while Ruckers Hill offers amazing views at sunset. Hop on the train from Northcote Station for the quick ride into the CBD.

Due to local regulations, we can happily host you for up to 90 nights. Any bookings that exceed this duration will be cancelled by Vrbo.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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 # 9894410
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 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

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

What's nearby

  • Batman Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Northcote Social Club - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bar 303 - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Northcote Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Yarra Bend Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Croxton Station - 5 min walk
  • Essendon Station - 11 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Welcome to Thornbury - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Northcote Social Club - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Viet Pearl - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪300 Grams - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bicycle Thieves Cafe - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Highview on High St: A Balcony Haven in Northcote pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Highview on High St: A Balcony Haven in Northcote?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Highview on High St: A Balcony Haven in Northcote?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Highview on High St: A Balcony Haven in Northcote?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Highview on High St: A Balcony Haven in Northcote located?

Located in Northcote, this apartment building is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Brunswick Street and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Royal Park. Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market are also within 6 miles (10 km). Croxton Station is only a 5-minute walk and Northcote Station is 7 minutes.

Reviews

6.0
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

3.0/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

6.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Well appointed apartment. Great location. Problematic check in.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Hometime

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