Terrific alternative to the city. Beach was only a few minutes' walk across two roads and plenty of drinking and eating options. Beautiful esplanade too at St Kilda beach. City in easy reach on the no 16 or 96 trams, about 25 minutes max. Apartment was modern and well appointed, great shower and comfy bed. And spacious for a studio apartment. Good for two easily. Nice balcony. Good air conditioning. Famous Espy pub around the corner and while a busy venue most nights you don't hear any noise. Recommend Mya Tiger restaurant upstairs. And great coffee at Theatre Works a few minutes' walk away on Acland St which is the best route to the great shops of St Kilda where there is a Coles and Woolworths. Ross was a great host and very obliging. Highly recommended beach side place, made my week long stay for a wedding and Aust Open a real pleasure.