188 Barkly Street, 3182 Melbourne, Australia
#13 of 1,033 vacation rentals in Melbourne
Guests' ChoiceBased on 56 apartment reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Free Wifi
9.2
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Reviewed: May 27, 2024
Levina
AustraliaGreat location, and lots of natural light
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 6, 2024
Tara
AustraliaNothing
Cosy cottage with everything you need to feel at home, quiet oasis right in the middle of St Kilda beach.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: April 27, 2024
Marilyn
AustraliaArrived at night a bit scary finding our way. Small bathroom
Very comfortable great position clean good bed and pillows
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Merran
AustraliaShower pressure was a bit weak and some floor boards were squeaky.
It’s private, quiet, light & airy with lovely garden views. It’s got character and charm.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 12, 2024
Tjana
AustraliaNIL, I would highly recommend and stay here personally again!
Location was fantastic, easy to catch a tram around. Prue was amazing offering us ideas and recommendations for awesome things to see and do.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 8, 2024
Sarah
United KingdomAbsolutely amazing stay! Best spot if visiting Melbourne. Prue was a fabulous host and her cottage is perfectly cosy and quiet yet so close to the buzz of St Kilda. A real treasure! Very clean with a beautiful little garden area and equipped with everything you might need. Have highly reccomended and will be back for future visits 🙂 Thank you Prue
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 3, 2024
C
NetherlandsNothing really - perhaps a few square meters additional space in the bathroom would be nice.
The location is fabulous. Right in the middle of St. kilda within walking distance to the beach, shops and public transport. At the same time the little studio is completely secluded behind some buildings and has a garden where you can relax away from the noise of the city. The place feels like a super safe oasis in the large city. The host, Prue, is super helpful.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: December 9, 2023
Teresa
United KingdomNothing
Cosy and comfortable. Great location near the beach, bars, restaurants, and tram stop.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: November 28, 2023
Pru
AustraliaThe property was like an oasis in the middle of a concrete jungle, so quiet and safe and lovely. Whilst Acland street is a little dodgy 10 metres either way on Barkly street is tree lined and parks and magnificent houses and the marina, stunning area
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 12, 2023
Smileyoz
FinlandQuiet, but in middle of St Kilda action
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: October 26, 2023
Stephan
AustraliaCharacter and location
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: September 7, 2023
Laura
United KingdomI loved everything! Nothing bad to say at all.
I loved staying here! What an absolute hidden gem. A little self contained fully furnished cottage with a garden, right in the heart of St Kilda. 5 mins walk from the beach and not even 2 mins walk from the main tram into the city of Melbourne. Acland street is the street with the tram on and has everything you need. Bars, restaurants, shops, chemist and more! Prue, the host, was so kind, caring and attentive and made sure I had everything I needed and more during my stay.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: August 20, 2023
Lisa
New ZealandI loved my home away from home. Was very quiet as it's back from the street. The cottage was spotlessly clean and had everything I needed and more for a comfortable stay, with lovely thoughtful touches. Prue was a wonderful host and a great communicator. I'll definitely stay here again next time I visit Melbourne 10/10.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: July 8, 2023
Steve
New ZealandNothing
Lovely cottage in a great location. Just off the main rod but very quiet and peaceful. Our host was great. Easily contactable and very helpful.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: June 29, 2023
Daniel
AustraliaMaybe a newer TV with alternatives to free to air. ABCiview or SBS would be a bonus. 🙂
Fabulous, close to all amenities that I needed.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 15, 2023
Gary
AustraliaOur host Prue went above and beyond to ensure all our needs were met, even when these became more than normal. Thanks Prue. The facility was perfect for our needs, and being located in the St Kilda cbd made access to services so easy, which proved very valuable. The cottage was surrounded by gardens which made it feel very peaceful and quiet.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 5, 2023
Catherine
United States of AmericaThe cottage is extremely cute and the host Prue is lovely. She answered my inquiries promptly and took time to show me everything I needed to know about the place. Very clean and the layout is great. Kitchen amenities were very nice to have. The location is nice as well. Close to shops and restaurants and the tram, but the best bonus is that it's a five minute walk to the beach!
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: May 7, 2023
Anthony
AustraliaA wonderful property with a super helpful host. She gave us many tips for our time in Melbourne.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: May 1, 2023
Robin
United KingdomDifficult to find so ensure you have full instructions before arriving.
Hidden away from the bustle of St Kilda. A comfortable place for a short stay with its own small garden and decking area. Basic kitchen but everything you probably need if you are mostly eating out. Very convenient for the trams to Melbourne.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 17, 2023
Angela
United KingdomGreat location and cosy little cottage. My partner and I loved our stay there
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: March 28, 2023
Maria
AustraliaThe bed was a too soft for my old back 😅
Such a cute little cottage tucked away so close to the ever popular Acland St.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: March 19, 2023
Kerstin
AustraliaThere wasn't anything I didn't like!
It was perfect for a couple! Just big enough, comfortable and extremely private given its close proximity to a very busy area
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: February 26, 2023
Vickie
Australianothing at all
Secluded, quiet and very comfortable
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: February 16, 2023
Frances
United Kingdomwildlife on roof? possum. not used to this 😂
very convenient for shops, restaurants and beach
Stayed in February 2023
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