St Kilda Sunset luxury retreat (1Br, parking & AC)

Enjoy luxury penthouse views from your exclusive self-contained apartment! You will love the floor to ceiling views across St Kilda, Albert Park Lake and Melbourne's skyline. Cycle the lake, walk to beachfront cafes, or ride the tram to Melbourne Central Business district. Taste test 5 star restaurants then come home to spectacular sunsets and sip a glass of local wine on the balcony. Perfect for business stays or romantic getaways, this space puts you in the heart of the action. The space Truly unique, this is a private self contained apartment with all the essentials and hotel quality trimmings. Enjoy a walkable location with easy public transit linkages and free parking, topped off by breathtaking views that define your stay. Designed for romance and relaxing: - Spectacular sunset views over Albert Park lake, Melbourne CBD and St Kilda. - Floor to ceiling views from the bedroom, or choose total privacy by closing the sliding doors and blackout blinds. - Queen size bed with crisp hotel quality white sheets. - Brand new split system unit (heating and air conditioner). - Lush king size towels, cruelty-free toiletries. - TV with Chromecast for streaming from your device/account. - Bathroom with large soaking tub for relaxation after all your activities! Perfectly connected for business trips: - Home from the airport in about 45 minutes, well connected to the Skybus or taxi/ride share. - Trams (#96, 16, 3A) just downstairs for the CBD or St Kilda road in minutes. - Parking. - Windsor train station a short walk away. - Continental breakfast available in the apartment at your leisure, including tea, coffee and cereal. - Fully equipped kitchen and takeaway options right outside. - Wi-Fi internet, or migrate to one of the cafes downstairs. - Desk and workspace with USB recharge point. Best choice for long stays: - On the fifth floor via an elevator, feels private and exclusive, like a treehouse above all the action! - Enjoy home cooked meals in the fully equipped kitchen and dining area. Dishwasher included. - Supermarket directly opposite the apartment. - Reach South Melbourne market on the tram, in just four stops. - Feel organised with a full wardrobe and a washing machine (iron and hanging spaces provided). - Close the black out blinds to help you sleep after a long haul flight. - Soak the day away in the bathtub. Prime location to explore: - Multitude of options for café breakfast, pub lunch and fancy dinners just outside the front door, plus a bakery literally downstairs. - Walk everywhere, just a few minutes to attractions like historic Luna Park, Acland St cake shops, Astor cinema, and South Melbourne Market. - Multiple nearby beaches (St Kilda, South Melbourne, Elwood, Brighton). - Very easy tram, light rail, bike and public transport links, and access to Tullamarine Airport on Skybus or taxi. - All the essentials and some specially selected goodies! The detail: Walk, run, row, cycle or picnic at Albert Park, chill out on the balcony, swim at St Kilda Beach, take in the sun on the promenade, or enjoy the many cafes, bars and restaurants on Fitzroy St. In winter, cosy up on the couch with a board game, then venture out to see the penguins by the pier and have a pub meal. Ride-share, trams and bikes available close by, making it an easy ride to the central business district for all that the city centre has to offer. With floor to ceiling windows onto the balcony, there is an abundance of natural light. Slide the balcony doors open to bring fresh air into the lounge, kitchen and bedroom, or close them off and use the heater or air conditioner to regulate the temperate. The large carpeted bedroom contains a comfortable queen size bed with luscious sheets, wardrobe, TV with Chromecast to stream your preferred streaming option (e.g. Netflix/Stan) from your own device and a workspace/desk. The bedroom has sliding doors towards the hallway and lounge area for added privacy or to hide away from the morning sun. Alternatively, leave them open to enjoy the fabulous views day and night, which you can genuinely see from bed! Air-conditioning and heating offer comfort regardless of the weather or time of day, while thick glass and insulation limits noise from street level. The newly renovated bathroom has a shower over bath, with washing machine, hair-dryer, fluffy king size towels and cruelty-free toiletries. The lounge area features amazing views as well as a coffee table, board games and books to keep you entertained in your downtime. The kitchen is stocked with care and attention to detail, if you fancy a change from all the dining options available downstairs. Appliances include a fridge/freezer, stove top/hob, oven/grill, pots and frying pans, utensils and serving-ware, microwave, kettle and a toaster. All the essentials are provided, including oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper and sugar. Enjoy a home cooked meal or fake it with some of the best take away in Melbourne! For coffee lovers, there is a bakery café immediately downstairs and many other options very close by. The apartment kitchen offers instant and ground gourmet coffee, electric kettle, cafetière, and tea. The apartment is best suited for one or two guests. It is not recommended for children or pets. Guest access This is a self contained apartment within a residential building. You will have sole and exclusive use of the entire apartment (bedroom, kitchen, dining, lounge, bathroom etc.) and balcony area. There is secure parking available. Access the fifth floor through a secure foyer area, then an elevator/lift. If you are feeling sporty, you may prefer to take the vintage staircase! The apartment features a security intercom. Other things to note St Kilda really is the place to be with many activities just steps away from the apartment such as free music festivals, comedy, marathons, LGBTQI+ events and much much more. - Albert Park lake (which becomes an F1 track in March) is on the opposite side of the road, perfect for rowing, cycling or morning runs. - Bikes are available for hire within 5 minutes walk of the apartment. - St Kilda Beach is a short 8 minute stroll down Fitzroy street. Take in the sun on the promenade and enjoy the many cafes, bars and restaurants. - In winter, cosy up on the couch with a board game and don't miss the St Kilda penguins during sunset. - Trams and light rail (96, 16 and 3A) are just across the road making it an easy 15-30 minute tram ride to the main Melbourne business district, or all that the city centre has to offer.