The Loft | City Views, Tram & Gardens at Door

South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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About

Welcome to The Loft! Newly refreshed and designed with Airbnb guests in mind, this stylish apartment features brand-new floors, furniture, and fittings for a fresh, modern feel. Enjoy stunning city views and easy tram access right at your doorstep, connecting you to the CBD in minutes. Just steps from Botanic Gardens, South Melbourne Market, and vibrant cafés, it’s the perfect chic, comfortable base for business travelers, couples, or solo adventurers seeking a memorable Melbourne stay.

Good to know

🛏️ Bedroom: Queen bed with premium linen, wall-mounted fan and heater, smart TV, and smart dimmable lighting — all controlled via remote. 🛋️ Living Area: The sofa converts into a comfortable double bed with premium linen — and as a bonus, you get a stunning city view from bed! ($50 extra) Please note, the unit isn't large, so the sofa bed setup is ideal if you're mostly out and about. It does create two separate sleeping zones, giving everyone full privacy. ✨ Amenities 📶 Free WiFi (NBN 50/20 Mbps) 📺 Smart TVs in both the bedroom and the living area 🧺 Washer, dryer, iron, and ironing board 🍽️ Fully equipped kitchen with wine glasses 🍴 Dining area seats four 🚿 Bathroom with walk-in shower and toilet 💨 Hair dryer and vacuum 💡 Smart lighting throughout — dimmable and remote-controlled for your comfort 🚗 Secure garage parking for one vehicle 📍 Location Enjoy one of Melbourne’s most connected and walkable neighborhoods. 🚋 Tram Stop 19 – Shrine of Remembrance is right outside your door, offering direct trams to the CBD, Flinders Street Station, St Kilda, and the Arts Precinct. 🌿 Royal Botanic Gardens – ~400m / 5-min walk 🏛️ Shrine of Remembrance – ~500m / 6-min walk 🛍️ South Melbourne Market – ~1.2km / 15-min walk 🛒 Woolworths Metro South Melbourne – ~500m / 6-min walk 🛒 IGA Express South Melbourne – ~600m / 7-min walk 🛒 IGA Local Grocer (Park St) – ~100m / 1-min walk Charming local cafés, laneway wine bars, and restaurants are all within easy reach, offering the perfect blend of city energy and leafy tranquility.

Other Details to Note

🏠 What the Apartment Has 🛏️ Queen bed with new supportive mattress 👚 Built-in wardrobe and drawers 🌐 Unlimited Wi-Fi 🍳 Fully equipped kitchen (fridge, freezer, stove, toaster, kettle) 🍲 Pots, pans, and cooking utensils 🔥 Oven 🍽️ Dishwasher 🧺 Washer and dryer 💨 Hairdryer 🧴 Shampoo, conditioner, and shower gel ☕ Nespresso coffee machine (includes a few pods) 🍵 Tea and coffee essentials 🧂 Cooking basics (oil, salt, pepper) 🛏️ Linens and towels 🧹 Vacuum cleaner ❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 🚗 Is parking included? Yes, you get a secure covered parking spot on-site at no extra charge. 🛏️ What’s the sleeping setup? Queen bed with a new supportive mattress, bedside tables, lamps, a smart dimmable switch right next to the bed, plus a built-in wardrobe and drawers. 🏡 Is the apartment private? Absolutely! You’ll have the entire apartment to yourself during your stay. ⏰ What are check-in and check-out times? Check-in from 3:00 PM, check-out by 11:00 AM. 🚋 How’s public transport nearby? The apartment is located right by Tram Stop #20 – Shrine of Remembrance on St Kilda Road / Park Street, served by tram lines 1, 3, 5, 6, 16, 58, 64, 67, 72 — all just steps from your door! These lines connect you easily to Melbourne CBD, Flinders Street Station, Arts Precinct, St Kilda, and beyond. 🚴‍♂️ Other transport options? There’s a major bike lane 2 blocks away, with plenty of bike and scooter rental options nearby. Car rentals and Uber rides (AUD 10–20) are also easy and convenient. ⏳ Can I check in early? Early check-in may be possible based on availability. We’ll notify you as soon as the apartment is ready. 🔑 How do I get the keys? We use KeyNest, a secure system that generates a unique code for every guest. Pick up your keys from 3:00 PM at IGA Express + Liquor & Tatts on St Kilda Road — just a short walk from the apartment. 📺 Is streaming available? Yes! Both TVs are 2024 Samsung Frame TVs with all the smart features you need. They aren’t connected to a traditional antenna but include Samsung TV Plus, offering a variety of live channels. When not in use, they display beautiful artwork or photos. 🌆 What’s the neighborhood like? Safe and lively, with cafés, restaurants, museums, and cultural spots nearby — the perfect blend of city energy and calm. 📍 Nearby Attractions & Transport Times 🚶 Walk 🚋 Tram 🚗 Car 🚴 Bike/scooter 🌿 Royal Botanic Gardens 🚶 5 min — 🚗 2 min 🚴 2–3 min 🕊️ Shrine of Remembrance 🚶 6 min — 🚗 2 min 🚴 2–3 min 🎨 National Gallery of Victoria 🚶 12 min 🚋 4 min 🚗 5 min 🚴 5–6 min 🛍️ Federation Square 🚶 20 min 🚋 7 min 🚗 6 min 🚴 8 min 🚉 Flinders Street Station 🚶 20 min 🚋 7 min 🚗 6 min 🚴 8 min 🌇 Eureka Skydeck 🚶 20 min 🚋 8 min 🚗 6 min 🚴 8 min 🎭 Hosier Lane 🚶 22 min 🚋 9 min 🚗 7 min 🚴 9 min 🛒 Royal Arcade & shopping strip 🚶 25 min 🚋 10 min 🚗 9 min 🚴 10 min 🥨 Queen Victoria Market — 🚋 25 min 🚗 10 min 🚴 15 min 🏏 MCG (Melbourne Cricket Ground) 🚶 30 min 🚋 20 min 🚗 8 min 🚴 15 min 🏖️ St. Kilda Beach — 🚋 28 min 🚗 10 min 🚴 15 min 🎡 Melbourne Star Observation Wheel — 🚋 25 min 🚗 12 min 🚴 15–20 min 🦒 Melbourne Zoo — 🚋 35 min 🚗 15 min 🚴 20 min 🎰 Southbank & Crown Casino 🚶 18 min 🚋 5 min 🚗 5 min 🚴 7 min 📚 State Library 🚶 25 min 🚋 10 min 🚗 9 min 🚴 10 min 🎶 Arts Centre Melbourne 🚶 22 min 🚋 8 min 🚗 7 min 🚴 8 min 🎭 Melbourne Theatre Company 🚶 22 min 🚋 8 min 🚗 7 min 🚴 8 min 🌉 Bolte Bridge (city gateway) 🚶 35 min 🚋 15 min 🚗 10 min 🚴 12 min 🌅 Docklands Waterfront 🚶 30 min 🚋 12 min 🚗 10 min 🚴 12 min 🍴 Chinatown Melbourne 🚶 18 min 🚋 6 min 🚗 6 min 🚴 7 min 🎨 Australian Centre for Contemporary Art (ACCA) 🚶 22 min 🚋 8 min 🚗 7 min 🚴 8 min Coffee Coffee and Breakfast ☕️ Liminal Coffee (Clarendon St) 🚶 4 min 🚗 2 min 🚴 2 min ☕️ St Ali Coffee Roasters (South Melbourne) 🚶 5 min 🚗 3 min 🚴 3 min ☕️ The Kettle Black (South Melbourne) 🚶 5 min 🚗 3 min 🚴 3 min ☕️ Auction Rooms (South Melbourne) 🚶 5 min 🚗 3 min 🚴 3 min ☕️ Code Black Coffee (South Melbourne) 🚶 5 min 🚗 3 min 🚴 3 min ☕️ Gordon Coffee (South Melbourne) 🚶 6 min 🚗 3 min 🚴 3 min ☕️ Market Lane Coffee (South Melbourne Market) 🚶 9 min 🚗 4 min 🚴 4 min Food Food & Drinks 🥘 Movida Aqui 🇪🇸 Spanish Tapas 🍤🥖 🚶 7 min 🚗 4 min 🚴 4 min 🥗 Tender Green 🥗 Healthy / Salads 🥒🍅 🚶 7 min 🚗 3 min 🚴 3 min 🍣 Don Don 🍣 Japanese Sushi 🍱🍤 🚶 8 min 🚗 4 min 🚴 4 min 🍖 Jasper 🍽️ Modern Australian 🍖🥦 🚶 6 min 🚗 3 min 🚴 3 min 🍔 The Gatehouse 🍔 Australian Pub 🍺🍟 🚶 9 min 🚗 4 min 🚴 4 min

Availability

What this place offers

Amenities

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Drying rack for clothing

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Drying rack for clothing

Family

  • Crib
  • High chair

Heating and cooling

  • Indoor fireplace

Home safety

  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • First aid kit

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice maker
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Location features

  • Laundromat nearby

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill
  • Fire pit
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio or balcony

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises
  • Gym Free, in the building or nearby
  • Paid parking off premises

House Rules

👤 ID Verification To ensure compliance with short-term rental regulations and to help protect both our guests and our properties, we require all guests to complete a quick ID verification process before arrival. You'll be asked to upload a government-issued photo ID (passport or driver’s licence) through our secure check-in form, powered by trusted third-party provider Truvi. Truvi will contact you via email and/or SMS with a secure link to complete the process. Please ensure this is done prior to arrival to allow for a smooth and seamless check-in. 🕒 Check-In & Check-Out Check-in: from 3:00 pm Check-out: by 10:00 am You’ll receive detailed check-in instructions with step-by-step photos 2 days before arrival. Key pickup is at IGA Express + Liquor & Tatts (St Kilda Road) — a 7-minute walk or 1-minute drive from the apartment. They're open until 11pm and also offer bag storage ($4–5 per bag). 🚨 Arriving after 8:45pm? Let us know at least 48 hours in advance so we can coordinate late check-in support. ⏰ Early Check-In / Late Check-Out Available on request for an added fee, subject to availability. Please arrange early to allow time for cleaning and preparation. Late check-outs without prior approval incur a $100/hour fee. 💳 Security Bond New Airbnb users or guests with limited reviews may be asked for a refundable security bond through Airbnb. It will be returned in full after check-out if everything is in order. 🔑 Keys & Parking Garage parking is included (clearance: 2.1m). Please don’t block shared driveways or neighbours' spaces-violations can lead to fines or towing. Only one key set is provided Lost keys or fobs are charged at $250 per set. At check-out, please return the keys to the same location where you picked them up (IGA Express on St Kilda Road). 👥 Guests & Third-Party Bookings Only registered overnight guests are allowed. No extra guests without approval — violations may result in eviction and fines. Bookings must be made by someone in the staying group. Contact us in advance if you’re booking on behalf of someone else. 📦 Same-Day Bookings Please allow at least one day’s notice for us to prepare the apartment. Same-day bookings may have delayed check-in times—please message us before booking. 🍼 Travel Cot & Supplies A travel cot is available upon request. We provide a starter pack of essentials like body wash, shampoo, tea, coffee, and toilet paper — enough for your first night or two. These are not replenished during your stay. 🔇 Noise, Parties & Behaviour No parties, gatherings, or disruptive behaviour. Quiet hours start at 8:00 pm. Breaking house rules (noise, guest limits, smoking) may result in immediate eviction and no refund. 🚭 Smoking Policy Strictly no smoking inside, on balconies, or in common areas. Breaches incur a $500 fine and immediate eviction. 🛠️ Maintenance & Access We respect your privacy, but if building maintenance or urgent repairs are required, we may need access. We’ll always provide notice beforehand. 🧼 Damage & Cleanliness Report any existing damage on arrival to avoid being held responsible. You’re responsible for any damage caused during your stay. If something isn’t right at check-in, please tell us immediately so we can fix it. Refunds won’t be considered after the fact. 🏢 Facilities & CCTV Building facilities (gym, pool, etc.) may close temporarily for repairs—this is out of our control. Common areas (lobby, lifts, corridors, car parks) are monitored by CCTV for your safety. There are no cameras inside the apartment. 🐾 Pets Sorry, no pets allowed. Evidence of pets may result in additional cleaning fees and fines. ⚖️ Liability & Safety We’re not liable for injuries, loss, or damage during your stay. Please lock up when you leave and secure valuables. Report any issues promptly so we can assist. 📘 By Booking, You Agree… Your reservation confirms that you’ve read and accepted these rules. If something isn’t clear, feel free to ask before booking — I am happy to help!

Accessibility

Neighborhood

Guest Access

🔑 Guest Access You’ll have exclusive use of the entire apartment, including a secure parking spot in the Level 1 garage (2.1m max hight). Please note, like many city garages, the space is a bit tight but still suitable for a medium-sized car. The ramp to Level 1 includes a few round corners, so just take it slow and steady. Enjoy full privacy throughout your stay. Self check-in is available for your convenience, with clear instructions sent prior to arrival.

Reviews

Daniel
August 2025 · Airbnb
We had a wonderful stay! The apartment was very clean and well-maintained, which made us feel comfortable right away. Laura was excellent with communication and always quick to respond Everything went smoothly from check-in to check-out. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Melbourne!
Lynlee
July 2025 · Airbnb
The Loft was a great escape from the hustle and bustle of Melbourne. The location is great, with the botanic gardens and south Melbourne markets accessible on foot. Although on the smaller side, this apartment is perfect for a couple or small family with a young child. Laura was an excellent host, she was accomodating, friendly and responsive. The apartment is as described, in immaculate condition and well equipped. Laura has clearly thought about what might be needed during a stay and ensured it was there. I highly recommend The Loft. Thank you Laura for a great stay
Imogen
July 2025 · Airbnb
We loved our stay at The Loft. The apartment was clean and we were provided with everything we needed to enjoy a comfortable stay. Location was perfect, right near public transport and grocery stores. Laura was super helpful and communicated promptly. Would definitely stay again!
Carmen
June 2025 · Airbnb
Amazing place to stay! Could not fault it. Spotlessly clean, very well equipped and really beautiful decor. Apartment was in a great location - super easy to get around by foot/tram. Fabulous view of the city. Was perfect for our needs (event in Botanical gardens and another in Albert Park). The apartment had everything you could need, as if it was home, and the aesthetic created a really enjoyable environment. Comfy bed too. It was compact as per the description but was perfect for us as a couple with a baby (it would be fine as a base for four adults but you’d ideally want to be heading out and about rather than hanging out at home.). Laura was a friendly and responsive host too. I’d imagine going back when next in Melbourne and recommending to others who are keen on south Melbourne as we are! Thanks for a lovely stay Laura in your beautiful apartment, it was fantastic!

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