I am quite picky in terms of choosing accommodation - it depends! I wanted to treat myself to enjoy my stay in Melbourne and I succeeded very very well! The most important is the feeling of the place and people who provides accommodation - you can´t be mistaken in Bayside Retreat. I wanted to be in a quiet neighborhood of CBD, close to the beach, have a bike to explore the city and have a good talk when I´m at "home". Well done Cathi & Iris! I had so lovely stay so I was sad the whole last day that I´m leaving! Melbourne has caught me, as well as Elwood with it´s cafés and shops and sea within a walking distance. Train is really close by too - just 15-20mins of walk! Very easy connection to CBD. If you grab a bike, you can bike along the shore visiting lovely Brighton beach, St. Kilda and going more towards to CBD.
If you are coming directly from the Melbourne airport, the easiest way is by the Frankston and Peninsula Airport Service - just book your ticket online.
A room is big enough for 2 people, with plenty of blankets, towels, coat hangers... Cathi & Iris help you to feel like at home, with fresh warm bread, butter, yoghurt, milk... always ready to help, give you a ride, whatever! Thanks so much to both of you! I hope I can visit you soon again!