The moment I laid eyes on Helen and Peter's house, I immediately felt welcomed and comfortable. A cute little character bungalow in the midst of Richmond; the house was absolutely adorable. Upon my arrival I was greeted by the lovely couple, who radiated warmth and kindness. Helen made certain I was comfortable as she showed me to my room - the CUTEST, little room in a quaint backyard! The space had recently been redone and was nicely furnished, with a self-contained toilet/shower behind a sliding door, and a lovely big window at the end of the room that allowed a beautiful breeze and natural light through. The location is absolutely convenient (right near tram stops) to venture your way around the city. Additionally, the ease of being able to access my room via the backyard ensured that I never felt like I was disturbing the household.
Nearby, the Fitzroy gardens provide a gorgeous place to walk and relax. Of course there is also an abundance of lovely cafes in the area, such as Feast Of Merit on Swan St (I highly recommend!). However, I also recommend that you take the offer of tea or dinner (or just a chat) with Helen and Peter - two very interesting people full of kindness and wisdom! I spent hours chatting with them over a delicious dinner Peter prepared. I have been to Melbourne many times now, but my stay with Helen and Peter made this trip one of my most memorable. I only had a short stay with them, but I left Melbourne feeling like I had just made two very good friends.