This apartment is perfect for short or longer stays in Melbourne. The neighborhood is packed with small independent shops, restaurants and coffee shops, but the apartment is tucked away so it's very quiet and secluded-feeling. The space is much larger than I expected with room to spread out and enjoy a meal if you want to use the kitchenette for meals. Every inch of the place was sparkling clean and it was stocked with everything you could need - we arrived to wine, chocolates, chips and the coffee and milk was there for us, too. James was super responsive and helped with all kinds of recommendations, even did research for us when he didn't know the answer. He's available as you need, but also gives you plenty of privacy. The separate entrance and courtyard between the apartment and main house makes it feel like a stand-alone property. We were able to walk everywhere from Fitzroy (tennis centre, cricket grounds, Queen Victoria Market, CBD) and enjoy tons of street art and local gems right outside our door. Highly recommend and if we ever can make it back to Melbourne we will be staying here!