5/5 This is an excellent option in Melbourne. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay during our visit to attend a wedding. Helen is friendly, interesting and helpful. Definitely recommend.
Good points about this place:
- 11 tram stop across the road, very convenient for Northcote, Fitzroy and the city. Around 30 mins ride to CBD.
- Coffee shops and restaurants less than 10 mins walk.
- Very spacious, there is plenty of space for 3 people in the bedroom (1 double and 1 single bed) and other rooms
- Privacy as you have your own bedroom, dining/work room and bathroom
- Helen is very relaxed and helpful meaning you always feel comfortable using the shared kitchen.
- Myki cards, guidebooks and umbrellas, hairdryer, access to washing machine, parking outside.Lots of towels and blankets. Helen is quick to respond to emails or messages. All in all convenient and easy.
Other points to note:
- In summer the room gets light early (6am-ish) and the tram also goes past outside from early morning. Whilst this is extremely convenient it also means you can be woken up early. If you're a light sleeper (like me) recommend to bring eye-mask and earplugs - I used them and had a great sleep.
- There is no aircon, but there are strong fans in both bedroom and dining room. But if you need aircon during the summer its better to find somewhere else.
Highly recommend this place as a base for exploring Melbourne.