Nuovo Townhouse in Carlton is a superb place to stay; the townhouse itself, the location, and the hosts, Brian and Nina, were all exceptional. The townhouse is modern, architect-designed with high quality fittings, beautifully maintained, very clean, and well equipped with good kitchen facilities, a comfortable lounge area with a small balcony overlooking the street, and comfortable beds at the rear of the property, away from the street. The street itself is quiet, and only a hundred metres from Lygon Street, with all of its wonderful cafes and restaurants (and the excellent Baker D. Chirico just around the corner). The Melbourne University tram stop, which provides ready access to the city (and everywhere else) is only a couple of hundred metres in the other direction. Brian and Nina were friendly and hospitable hosts, communicating clearly beforehand and Brian meeting us at the door and showing us around on our arrival as well as responding very quickly when we contacted them in the course of our stay. It was a superb experience all together. Very highly recommended!