Carmen's home is even more beautiful than the pictures and has all the comforts and amenities that one appreciates in one's own home, with the added benefits of an adorable and friendly dog and the use of a woman's bicycle, which is great in a city as bike-friendly as Melbourne! We loved the close proximity (only a couple of blocks) to all of our shopping needs, parks, public transportation, and bike paths. Living only 15 to 20 minutes by bike, tram, or train from the university and the beautiful, lively, and vibrant downtown was much appreciated. Carmen is quick to respond to renter's needs and her flexibility makes it easy to share the living space. We loved living here and couldn't have asked for a better value for our 11 week rental.