We had a great time in Sydney using Rod’s place as base camp. It's situated just a block off of busy Darlinghurst in the middle of Kings Cross. It's listed as being in Pott's Point and may very well be technically but I found it to feel more like Kings Cross. With the Kings Cross location comes different expectations. Pott's Point is colored as an upscale neighborhood. Kings Cross doesn't quite carry the same label. It's an interesting mix of nice and seedy, high end and low end, etc.
The station is a very convenient five minute walk away. The two closest stops are Martin’s Place and Townhall which give you access to the city. From Townhall you can make a quick jaunt over to Queen Victoria Building and other shopping venues or transfer and head over to Circular Quay for the ferry.
Just around the corner is an EasyMart that's open decently late (maybe until midnight?) to get your Golden Gaytime fix (yes, have a Golden Gaytime).
The apartment itself is on the third floor of a relatively old building that does not have an elevator. Don't make the same mistake I did by not checking! Otherwise you'll have fun lugging your luggage up and down seven flights of stairs (you can avoid one flight by entering through the back). Rooms are small but clean and cozy. Maybe a bit dusty. That homey feeling is one of its charms. A new air conditioner was installed prior to my visit and it made a world of different since we visited during summer. There's also a large fan that's great for circulation. Bed is soft and comfy. Desk is large enough for two. We didn't really use the kitchen so nothing much to comment on there. There's a mini fridge which has a small freezer (good for storing your Golden Gaytimes). Bathroom is small but nothing to complain about, just don't expect to comfortably share a shower. The laundry is a set of shared, coin operated machines in the basement. It can feel a little sketchy but does the job. Be aware that some guests or residents might move your clothes if your load is done and you aren't there. There was also the expected essentials like soap and shampoo. The beach towel proved useful at Manly and Bondi.
Emily, the property manager for Rod, was great! She stayed in touch and saw to any needs. It's a shame we never got a chance to meet and say hi.