It lives up to its name! There is a sophisticated air about this apartment. The large hall and bedroom windows looked out onto leafy trees. It is neat, yet intricate. Definitely clean. I was surprised by the quality of the furnishings, equipment and little items (books, DVDs, games, even a turntable etc.). The intent seemed more for personal stay rather than premises for hire. I was torn between going out to explore Melbourne and staying at home and whiling away time in the apartment.

Being in the CBD itself, we could walk to our destinations in the CBD. We even walked to the DFO at South Wharf (plan at least half a day there) outside CBD. The apartment is conveniently surrounded by Seven-Elevens and cafes. Highly recommended is the Sherlock Holmes Pub in the next block along Collins Street. Great atmosphere! - it's menu even cheekily referencing the life of the sleuth - and good food.

Near the end of our stay, I realised Marie-Adele is an interior designer. Her work was evident everywhere. Now I know what it's like to stay in premises professionally designed!

She was also highly responsive to my emails, even when I was on site. I did not try or need to call her, though she provided numbers to reach her and a back-up contact person. Everything from check-in to little matters during my stay were professionally managed. I was really impressed.

We have had at least 2 sets of friends asking for Marie-Adele's contact details for when they visit Melbourne. We have mixed feelings recommending as it will only increase her popularity and make it more difficult for us to book another stay with her.