This was a great place to stay. The location was fantastic. It was close enough to Melbourne CBD to make it convenient (a short tram ride) and the neighbourhood itself was really good. It is the Vietnamese enclave of Melbourne so lots of really good cheap eats. Good cafes close by too and nice walks along the river.
Cynthia made us really welcome. She met us at the door (late at night) and had prepared lots for us. She had Myki cards (for the public transport system), maps and information etc. Nice touches like water jugs and glasses in the room, extra pillows etc., a set of keys each for the house. The family were very accommodating, letting us take over their kitchen to cook our meals and even doing our dishes for us. Cynthia is also a fascinating person to talk to, very considerate and kind with it. We couldn't have asked for better hosts.
And of course to top it off there was Rufus the dog, welcoming us home everytime we came in the front door, and providing cuddles on demand. Perfection.