Eileen was very hospitable and friendly. She even prepared lunch my first day, which was delicious. We had many chats over the few days I was there. She loaned me her bike so I was able to get around easier despite nearly being hit by a truck my last day and thrown off from breaking quickly and bike landing on the ground- Eileen was not concerned about her bike but about my welfare. The house was warm and comfortable and I felt relaxed most of the time and enjoyed having my own bathroom as most other places that are reasonably priced, you have to share. Her house is very clean. The neighbourhood her home is in is nice and you have easy access to Caulfield Station. It is an 18 min bike ride to Carnegie Village or the next train stop (east) by train which has all the specialty food shops one needs- Italian Carnegie Deli, Russian Bakery and Deli, fresh Fruit and Veg stands, Chinese market, and also an Indian Grocery on Morton Street. I would definitely stay at Eileen's again (when I get another chance) and also enjoy the surrounding areas around Malvern East.