Bridget was an excellent host. Her house was quirky (interesting to live in an artist's house for a short period) & ideal for us, a retired couple. It is in an ideal location being very close to shops, coffee shops, public transport, the city, MCG, Tennis centre & markets.
We had initial concerns being close to Collingwood, a traditional low social economic area with associated issues. However, we were very pleasantly surprised at how Abbotsford and Collingwood were with both having undergone renewal. We did not feel unsafe at any stage.
'Must sees' in the area include Abbotsford convent (bar, coffee shops, bakery, artist studios, weekend markets, & more), best coffee shops 2 Birds Cafe & Loosie Grind, Smith Street (centre of Collingwood), Victoria Street (Like a little Vietnam).
I would very happily stay in Bridget's house again & recommend others to do the same.
Pete & Sue.