As our first Airbnb experience it could not have been better! Barbara's outgoing personality puts you at ease immediately and we felt very welcome. Communication with Barbara prior to our visit was responded to quickly and was very helpful. Barbara has lots of local knowledge - she suggested places to visit and has a wealth of knowledge of eating places in Melbourne so you won't be disappointed if you follow her recommendations. We loved the lively banter we had with Barbara and the delicious meals she generously prepared for us - so unexpected and appreciated. The location is excellent - an easy 15 minute walk into the city or a shorter walk to the trams to take you there. The neighbourhood is quiet and felt very safe. We felt very fortunate to have found such a great hostess for our first Airbnb stay and would go back again without hesitation. Thanks Barbara - you were the hostess with the "mostess"!