A gem. Merrian is easygoing, accommodating and helpful. Her house is magnificent: wood floors, stained-glass windows, French doors, high ceilings with original moldings, fireplaces in every room and beautifully appointed. The bed was perfect, the kitchen is modern and large.
She's centrally located. Turn left and walk a couple blocks to Beaufort Street with a great variety of cafes and buses to CBD. Turn right and walk 10 minutes to East Perth train station where you can catch a train straight to Fremantle via Perth (no need to change trains). You're practically guaranteed a seat all the way to Freo, even during the weekend when everyone seems to be headed to the market. Top notch -- enjoy!