We spent 2-1/2 months here and really enjoyed the stay. The house is old and charming, with beautiful hardwood floors and many original details still intact. The kitchen and bathrooms have been modernized. The exterior renovation is still a bit of a work in progress, but that’s typical with old buildings. There’s always something needing doing! If you’re traveling with children I wouldn’t worry about them at all inside the house, but wouldn’t recommend letting them play unsupervised in the yard.
Ian responded immediately when we needed something and even surprised us by bringing over a barbecue so we could grill out on the deck. The deck was one of my favorite places. The local magpies are very friendly. They cheekily come up on the deck and ask for food, but aren’t at all aggressive about it.
The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and cooking utensils, and I spent a lot of time reading books that were shelved in the lounge room.
Check in was a breeze and we never had to worry about carrying a key. The front door has an electronic keypad.
The location was perfect for us. Easy access to the Darebin train station, lots of local shops within walking distance, and great walking/biking trails along Darebin Creek and in the parklands. The neighborhood is very quiet, with many neighbors being lifelong residents.