A really wonderful place especially given the cost/value, along with two heads-up:
Greg is about as good as host can get, hands-down:
Amazing communication
Flexible about little stuff and accommodated an early check in
Was there personally cleaning the place
Was extremely good about resolving normal little things, emailed to make sure I was ok given change in weather, offered flexibility about check-in and potentially staying longer, etc...
The apartment is small (basically a nice hotel studio), yet some how feels much larger. It is bright, set up to feel open, and has a totally usable kitchen for all cooking needs. I was amazed at how comfortable I was spending time there during the day.
The location is very good:
You are directly next to two different tram options. And a 5 minute walk from a busy several block stretch on Bridge. You can easily grab dinner or coffee along Bridge or even Highett. Richmond has very easy/quick access into the CBD and even walkable to the gardens and city if you want a long hike for exercise one day.
Warning #1:
That said, the more vibrant Swan street of Richmond is a good 10 minute walk away (or tram). And I found most destinations outside the CBD required a transfer (public transport) to get to, often being an hour of transit. So getting around was easy, but not the quickest/easiest for getting to some places, especially a night out.
Warning #2 - I am a light sleeper and found Church street to be rather loud in the apartment. I don't see many other reviews mention it... so maybe just me, but wanted to mention it in case you are a picky sleeper as well.
All in all - great value, great host. Maybe loud if you are a picky sleeper.