Hi, we’re Hometime. Passionate hosts since 2015, we are proud to welcome guests to our unique collection of homes across Australia and New Zealand, which we care for on behalf of their owners. Each of our properties is equipped with everything you need for a five-star experience, and our team of local hosts is committed to making sure your stay is exceptional. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about our homes, or if we can help in any way. We look forward to hosting you! The Hometime Team

Boasting an unbeatable address beside Queen Victoria Market and the University of Melbourne, this apartment has the city on its doorstep. It offers open plan living, that caters to all seasons—from summer nights out on the patio to cosy winter evenings in front of the TV. Come together for a meal at the dining table or use this space for setting up your laptop if you’re here for study or business. Whip up a meal in the kitchen, which comes fully equipped with stainless steel appliances and condiments to get you started, then kick back on the sofa for movie nights at home. Each of the two bedrooms come with queen-sized beds, topped in hotel quality linens, along with side tables, reading lights and ample storage space for your belongings. Travelling with an infant? A porta cot and highchair can be provided upon request. The full bathroom includes internal laundry facilities, adding to your everyday convenience, with boutique toiletries provided. Guests will also have access to a second powder room, ideal for those travelling in a group.

Only minutes from the CBD—with access to the free tram just a two minute walk away—Carlton is an ideal launchpad to explore the city. Come Saturday night, join the trendy locals at the elite Carlton Wine Room, where you’ll savour a hearty meal and some of the area’s most extensive wine selection. You’ll also be within walking distance of the famed Lygon Street, Chinatown and Melbourne Museum; as well as Carlton’s bustling ‘Little Italy’. On the weekend, head to the city’s popular Queen Victoria Market—just a two minute walk away—to find a bustling marketplace of food trucks, clothing, jewellery and trinkets.