We found Blake's house to be a good size with lovely comfortable beds - had a great nights sleep.
The very hot summer days spent there didn't lend to walking any distances, however Uber directly to St Kilda esplanade & Chapel St restaurants only cost around $10 & after long days out it was wonderful to return home to appreciate the airconditioning.
Grocery shopping was very easy, only a minute or two walk to Aldi.
Tram stops to the city or Chapel St & Sky Bus Express directly to & from the airport were all conveniently close by.
Check in was easy as. Blake was very responsive to questions & kept in touch to make sure all was well.