Lemon Cottage exceeded my expectations well and truly. Nothing in the cottage could be improved on. The little courtyard was a particular highlight for me. It may be small but it packed a punch. Watching the bees around the lavender was incredibly fascinating and somehow deeply satisfying. And the cottage and whole area so whisper quiet!! Totally unexpected.
It was a bonus to have Rowena Pde Store just around the corner, as well as delightful walks to the whole of Richmond, East Melbourne and beyond. So many shops, eateries and facilities such as ATM’s etc.
Really, it was like a mental balm. Coming from somebody who doesn’t think Melbourne is anywhere near as good as Brisbane 😂. And I have lived in Melbourne previously!
If I had any recommendations it would be to somehow add a few rose bushes in somewhere. And only because they seem to be symbolic of Melbourne gardens. And also because I can’t think of anything else. Except perhaps adding an umbrella to deal with the weather 🤣