Stylish modern four star townhouse in the heart of the best that Richmond has to offer – the prestigious “Hill”. Around the corner from the trendy Swan St cafes and shops. 10 mins tram/ train to CBD. Walking distance to MCG, parks and tennis. Funky house design is by the acclaimed Neo Metro. This is an experience that you'll never forget.
Sleeps up to 5, in 2 Double Bedrooms and a single bedroom. There is one Queen bed, one King bed that splits into 2 singles, and a further single.
Upstairs you have every comfort in the open living area that opens to a sunroom and balcony looking out over the city. Relax on the modern furniture and enjoy the music system and TV or our selection of DVDs.
For the busy executive, ALTO has free ADSL Internet and a laptop safe.
The fully equipped kitchen makes it easy to cook for yourself - if you aren't lured out to the local restaurants!
Click on 'Photo Gallery' under the main photo for more pictures of the house.
We have a 4 Star rating from AAA Tourism - your assurance of quality.
MELBOURNE'S EVENT PRECINCT
Just a few minutes up Swan St on the tram, you are at the edge of the MCG, sporting icon of Australia, centred in green parklands beside the Yarra River. Adjacent is the Rod Laver Arena, site of the largest Tennis tournament in the world. The centre is also buzzing with entertainment events year round.
A few minutes further on, and you are at Princes Gate, entry to downtown Melbourne if you want to shop.
Or if art is of interest, visit the Victorian Gallery just across the bridge - largest in the southern hemisphere, but also don't miss the Potter Gallery the fabulous collection of indigenous art in the quirky Federation Square building - a unique maze of crazy glass and stone.
You can easily lose a day in Melbourne: cruise the Yarra, see the city from the observation deck, visit Victoria Market and enjoy the colourful restaurants lining Southbank on the river edge.
But also leave some time to discover Swan St in Richmond at your doorstep.
Everything is within a stroll. Breakfast in the cafes. Dine at the restaurants. 'Torch' across the road in Swan St has the best coffee in Melbourne (well, we think so). You can sit and eat breakfast while the world goes by: locals, visitors, the rumble of Melbourne's trams. Get to know Dan the friendly owner. Or venture in to one of the edgy cafes and have vodka with breakfast!
Up the hill there is a clutter of Greek restaurants. One called Agape ('love' in Greek) is usually full for the obvious reason that its food is fabulous and and you'll find the waiters have an engaging comic irony. Grandma Funk's next door has lurid retro colours and good cheap food. Back closer to your house, Wild Oscar's serves music with meals. Nearby Dizzey's Jazz place takes you back in time with the thrash of loud Jazz.
Choose one of Melbourne’s best pubs and clubs - 'Public House' - voted best pub in Melbourne, is just around the corner and there’s another 5 to choose from, most with live music.
Want anything? It’s here, within walking distance. Supermarket at the end of the street. Dimmey's old time Department store. Doctors, dentists, hairdressers, bakers, Melbourne’s biggest fresh fish supplier, fruit, flowers, and many more. Derek's DVD store 'Picturesearch' claims to have the largest selection of DVDs in Australia. Sounds outrageous for a small frontage, but just ask this local character and you'll be amazed. The shop goes up and up with endless art-house movies. You'll also pass Dr Follicle's, the hairdresser with crazy retro chairs, where you are served a beer with your haircut, and you hear the local goss.
For the fashionistas, there are many FACTORY OUTLETS, right here in Swan St. A short tram ride up Church St and you are in the famous Bridge Road fashion strip, a melting pot of edgy boutique startups, and factory outlet bargains.
You too can live the Richmond experience!
INDICATIVE RATES & TESTIMONIALS
Indicative Rates:
For 1-2 guests:
2-3 nights $293 per night
4-6 nights $252 per night
Weekly $226 per night
Monthly $203 per night
For 3-4 guests:
2-3 nights $309 per night
4-6 nights $265 per night
Weekly $238 per night
Monthly $214 per night
For 5 guests:
2-3 nights $325 per night
4-6 nights $279 per night
Weekly $250 per night
Monthly $225 per night
Minimum stays may apply. Special events & public holidays attract surcharges and minimum stays.
Last minute discounts may apply.
PET STAYS are welcome. We just add a $40 per week fee for additional cleaning.
Please check boutiquestays website for accurate pricing, descriptions and availability. Rates above may not be accurate.
TESTIMONIALS
The house had all I needed, it was really comfortable. Richmond cafes are fantastic, I will miss them.
Nerida P - April 2007
You've got a beautiful house and a great area. I hope many more people can enjoy it. Thanks
Blake - May 2007
Very good house and in a better location (near shops). I just felt I was home. Next time in Australia (Melbourne) I will prefer to stay in this house again. Thanks
Lizzie (Zambia) - Aug 2007
A great house with a fantastic view. Thanks for everything.
Linda - Aug 2007
I really loved this place with the balcony and the views. The location in Richmond is awesome!
Chris Bridge - April 2007
