3 bedroom period home in Elwood with courtyard
Located in the beachside suburb of Elwood, Elster House is a light-filled period home with a beautiful courtyard and outdoor fireplace. Named in honour of nearby Elster Creek, this stylish property boasts minimalist interiors and a beautiful outdoor entertaining space.
The house features 3 generous-sized bedrooms leading off a large entrance hall, as well as an integrated living, dining and kitchen area that opens onto a gorgeous outdoor courtyard, which includes a dining setting, chiminea and BBQ.
Elster House is ideal for young families, with the home equipped with a cot, high chair and kids toys. It boasts a well-equipped kitchen, European-style laundry with washing machine and dryer, and a contemporary bathroom with walk-in shower and claw foot bath. For guest comfort, the home has central heating, plus a reverse cycle air conditioner in the main living area.
Situated on a quiet street in Elwood with brilliant access to public transport, Elster House is an easy walk to local shops, cafes and restaurants, as well as St Kilda Botanical Gardens and Elwood Beach. Ripponlea Train Station is a 5 minute stroll from the property, with Melbourne’s CBD, as well as the city’s premier sporting venues - including the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) - all a short train ride away.
Property Features
- 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 6
- Family friendly period home with bunk bed, cot and kids toys
- Outdoor courtyard with dining setting, chiminea and BBQ
- Spacious modern kitchen with dishwasher
- Central heating throughout home
- Reverse cycle air conditioned living area
- European-style laundry with washer and dryer
- Pet-friendly on request
- 5 minute walk to Ripponlea Train Station, on Sandringham line
- Walking distance to local shops and dining, plus Elwood Beach and St Kilda Botanical Gardens
- Free on-street parking available
Sleeping
Bedding configuration (sleeps up to 6):
- Bedroom 1 (master bedroom): queen bed, built-in wardrobe
- Bedroom 2: double bed, chest of drawers
- Bedroom 3 (children’s room): 1 x bunk bed (2 x single bed), built-in wardrobe, desk (room can be used as a study)
Please note, a porta cot is available on request.
Bathrooms
Bathroom configuration:
- Bathroom 1 (shared): shower, bath, single vanity, toilet
Pets
Please call or email our reservations team to check before you book. If permitted, charges apply for bringing pets and you must abide by our terms and conditions.
Parking
Free on-street parking is available at Elster House.
Location
Elster House is situated 8km south of Melbourne’s CBD in the beachside suburb of Elwood, providing excellent public transport links and easy access to local shops, dining and attractions. Ripponlea Train Station (Sandringham line) is a gentle 5 minute stroll from home, with Flinders Street Station a pleasant 15 minute journey. For sport lovers, the train line also connects with Richmond Station, dropping passengers on the doorstep of Melbourne and Olympic Parks, home to the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Elwood Beach and the St Kilda Botanical Gardens are both accessible by foot, while the nearby Elster Creek Trail is a popular shared path for walkers and cyclists to explore.
Boutique Stays standard inclusions:
- Support from our Melbourne based team, 7 days a week
- Complimentary welcome home arrival pack, with luxury Australian made guest amenities, quality selection of tea and coffee and a range of household consumables, including fresh milk
- Unlimited wireless broadband internet (Wi-fi)
- Pay TV (Netflix or Foxtel)
- Quality linen and towels, plus hairdryer in each bathroom
- Portacot available free of charge
- Monthly servicing for stays of 28 days or longer
- Departure clean
Maintenance and Cleaning
Our commitment to our guests is to ensure the property is always maintained at a high level, with all reported maintenance and cleaning issues attended to promptly. Previous guests rate the cleanliness of our properties at above 9/10 on average across the Boutique Stays portfolio. Please remember there is no smoking inside any of our properties.
Minimum Stays
We have varying minimum stays depending on time of year, and how far in advance you book. We will advise on enquiry
Security bond
A property security bond of $400 will be processed 1-3 days prior to arrival.
