10/10 Excellent
Shona R.
10 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Local South Melbourne experience
Shona R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Entire home
South Melbourne terrace .Short walk to Grand Prix,CBD and Tram.
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4100 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
South Melbourne, VIC
- Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre12 min walk
- Crown Casino19 min walk
- Marvel Stadium3 min drive
- Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)23 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
South Melbourne terrace .Short walk to Grand Prix,CBD and Tram.
Bank Cottage is an 1880's terrace situated in the historic Emerald Hill district of South Melbourne.great walk to South Melbourne market and coffee in the local village of Albert Park
It is an easy walk to the Grand Prix and South Melbourne's many bars, cafes, restaurants including the bustling South Melbourne Market. Convenient to public transport, Bank Cottage is a great place to stay whilst exploring cosmopolitan Melbourne.
Bank Cottage was fully renovated to include a new bathroom and kitchen, whilst not sacrificing any of its period charm. It has a huge secure courtyard-back garden, with outdoor dining and BBQ facilities.
It has hydronic heating and is air conditioned, so winter and summer in Melbourne are not an issue,
a comfortable , luxurious lounge dining area, nice antiques and design leather couch and armchairs.The two bedrooms are spacious and airy, a queen bed is in the front bedroom and in the second bedroom,a king size bed which splits in to two king singles.All bed linen is Belgian flax linen.
It easily accommodates 2 couples or a small extra bed can be supplied
Designed with the traveller in mind, Bank Cottage is equipped with European appliances throughout the kitchen and separate laundry.
This home also serves as short term accommodation for people renovating their family home.
Easy transportation or walking to CBD
Choice of no 1 tram or light rail #96
St kilda with its bars and beaches
Sunsets over the bay a short walk away
It is an easy walk to the Grand Prix and South Melbourne's many bars, cafes, restaurants including the bustling South Melbourne Market. Convenient to public transport, Bank Cottage is a great place to stay whilst exploring cosmopolitan Melbourne.
Bank Cottage was fully renovated to include a new bathroom and kitchen, whilst not sacrificing any of its period charm. It has a huge secure courtyard-back garden, with outdoor dining and BBQ facilities.
It has hydronic heating and is air conditioned, so winter and summer in Melbourne are not an issue,
a comfortable , luxurious lounge dining area, nice antiques and design leather couch and armchairs.The two bedrooms are spacious and airy, a queen bed is in the front bedroom and in the second bedroom,a king size bed which splits in to two king singles.All bed linen is Belgian flax linen.
It easily accommodates 2 couples or a small extra bed can be supplied
Designed with the traveller in mind, Bank Cottage is equipped with European appliances throughout the kitchen and separate laundry.
This home also serves as short term accommodation for people renovating their family home.
Easy transportation or walking to CBD
Choice of no 1 tram or light rail #96
St kilda with its bars and beaches
Sunsets over the bay a short walk away
Property manager
chris barry
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Well behaved dogs are welcome
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed in the rear garden
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Melbourne
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in South Melbourne, a neighbourhood in Melbourne. Regent Theatre and Princess Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include SEA LIFE Melbourne and Melbourne Zoo. Travelling with kids? Make time for Royal Melbourne Showgrounds, or head to an event or a match at Marvel Stadium.
South Melbourne, VIC
What's nearby
- Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Crown Casino - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Collins Street - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
- Marvel Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
- Melbourne Central - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Aptus Seafood - 8 min walk
- Agathé Pâtisserie - 7 min walk
- Code Black Coffee South Melbourne - 6 min walk
- Simply Spanish - 8 min walk
- Padre Coffee - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tanya L.
16 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Revisit
Tanya L.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tanya L.
21 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sth Melb cottage
Tanya L.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael S.
22 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Michael S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pamela E.
28 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous place, comfortable stay
Pamela E.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
David N.
27 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location
David N.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
John W.
31 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect South Melbourne stay
John W.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shona R.
3 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Shona R.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Margaret G.
7 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect South Melbourne home
Margaret G.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicole H.
29 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay for training
Nicole H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Denise A.
27 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location
Denise A.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dianne O., Tauranga, New Zealand
19 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Dianne O.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine H.
4 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely comfortable cottage
Christine H.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Whitney A.
17 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Whitney A.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paul E.
13 October 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay
Paul E.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
LIZ S.
20 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy And Convenient
LIZ S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Craig R.
11 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Terrace House
Craig R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
29 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
South Melbourne gem
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bernadette B.
18 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sth Melbourne
Bernadette B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Somon U.
18 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simon and tyson
Somon U.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lisa G.
3 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous home away from home.
Lisa G.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
John F.
5 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming house and neighborhood
John F.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lisa B.
18 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location!
Lisa B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Chris D.
10 November 2018
A great location.
Chris D.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
10/10 Excellent
Kellie B.
21 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and home
Kellie B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
About the host
Hosted by chris barry
I bought two houses in South Melbourne and developed them for short term stay.
I love travel and exploring , Corsica last year, Lefkada and Istanbul this year ,then Brazil
Greece ,Ireland and Cornwall
Hawaii is one of my favourites
I love travel and exploring , Corsica last year, Lefkada and Istanbul this year ,then Brazil
Greece ,Ireland and Cornwall
Hawaii is one of my favourites
Why they chose this property
Great area , dont need a car.Great local spots for eating and drinking , gardens and South Melbourne market all outside the front door
What makes this property unique
great Goldrush architecture ,in a quiet wide street , close to gardens and market, beautiful high ceilings and potential for restoration.Was a deceased estate and extremely rundown , but had great bones.Now completed with period detail intact and brought into 21st C with air conditioned comfort
Languages:
English
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