My four days last week at the apartment was an experience I look forward to enjoying again on my next trip to Melbourne. The location is excellent being in the very heart of the city amidst the many restaurants, stores and sights offering adventure and variety for all visitors. We found the apartment well fitted out, clean and even a little glamorous.
Good quality bedding, TV, books, and even 2 umbrellas for our use etc. made it a home away from home. These features coupled with the thoughtful and kind hospitality offered by Jim and Catherine will bring me back for certain.
For those visiting Melbourne for the first time, may I suggest you walk to the Victoria Market, (10 minutes away), and whilst enjoying the wonderful hustle and bustle, buy some freshly baked bread, a few slices of excellent cold cuts, a handful of olives, a bottle of champagne and enjoy a picnic by the Yarra where cruise boats can then take you on a voyage down the river or over to Williamstown.
Yum Cha is a must: Westlake Restaurant, (3 minutes walk) is the best. Trams, trains and buses are all around the corner, as are sport stadiums, theatres, parliament house, glorious parks and of course, Lygon Street Carlton for great Italian food.
It was comforting at the end of the day's adventures to return to our charming apartment and feel so comfortable and well satisfied with our choice of stay.
Too much a good thing can be addictive!