Mikes place was great, we stayed there for 3 weeks and we actually loved it except for the last few days when we had a small disagreement regarding internet. That doesn’t take away from the fact that it’s a place most people would love.
Communication:
Mike responds to SMS or calls immediately, so it’s easy to get in touch whenever you need anything or have any issue in the unit. When we moved in we realised that one of the burners on the cook top wasn’t working, I informed Mike and he organised for it to be fixed immediately. You can always count on Mike, very reliable!
Location:
In terms of location, I doubt you can get anything better. The tram stop is right outside the unit and the train station (Merri) is 6 mins walk, so it’s easy to get around or to the CBD which is only 20 mins away. High street and Northcote, which has plenty of eateries, is just 5-10 mins away, foodies will love this! There’s also an Asian restaurant a block away where you can grab some delicious fried rice/noodles.
Northcote Plaza is just around the corner or you can choose to shop at the more vibrant Northland, which is less than 20 mins drive. The city as mentioned earlier is also close by which gives you a lot more options.
Cleanliness:
The unit is well maintained and it was spotless when we moved in. From the white towels, bedding and even the utensils.
WIFI/Internet:
Although WIFI is one of the highlights referenced on the title of the unit “NEW, MODERN, EASY TRAM ACCESS, PARKING & WIFI”, my expectation was STRONG, FAST and UNLIMITED internet. On the contrary WIFI is very weak and only accessible from the living area. If you’re used to fast internet then this will be a little frustrating but it’s still good to stream non-HD content. If you’re staying there for a few weeks and you’re a heavy internet user then you should be aware that internet is limited to 100GB.
During our stay, Internet disconnected 3 days before the end of our stay and It was a little disappointing to be informed that it could not be reconnected.
Finally: Mike’s place is in an excellent location; close to the city and the vibrant high street! Mike is also an excellent host and very reachable when you need him.