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The Post Office

4 1/2 stars
ST KILDA EAST 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT

Modern, 4.5 star, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, townhouse in St Kilda East, Victoria. Two storey, fully furnished, pet friendly accommodation in a fantastic location with delicious, European specialty shops and public transport only seconds from your front door.

Availability & Booking

Boutique Stays standard inclusions:

  • Interim or weekly servicing for stays of 8 nights or longer
  • Wireless Broadband internet included
  • Local phone calls included (reasonable use)
  • Quality bedding and towels included
  • Luxurious range of toiletries
  • Well equipped kitchen
  • Use of all utilities (gas, electricity etc) included (reasonable use)
  • Quality furnishings and décor

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

An overview of The Post Office

  • 2 bedroom townhouse with 2 bathrooms
  • Ground level access, with master bedroom and ensuite on 1st floor
  • Internal stairs to master bedroom
  • Courtyard

The Post Office is ideal for:

  • Up to 4 adults or 2 couples
  • A couple with up to 2 children
  • Families relocating to Melbourne
  • Melbourne holiday accommodation
  • Executive business travel
  • Bedding at The Post Office can accommodate a maximum of 5 people

Minimum Stays

We have varying minimum stays depending on time of year, and how far in advance you book. We will advise on enquiry

Check In 2pm
Check Out 11am

Extra beds available at the property:
Single sofabed in master bedroom ($100 per clean)

Living/Dining

  • Living with comfortable seating for 4 people
  • Dining setting for 6 people
  • TV
  • DVD/CD
  • Pay TV with basic package plus sport

Bedrooms

Quality bed linen and comfortable bedding to ensure a great night’s sleep

Bedroom 1 - king sized bed which can split to two singles if required

  • Ensuite with shower, toilet, single vanity, hairdryer, luxurious toiletries
  • Built in robes
  • Aircon and heating

Bedroom 2 - queen sized bed which can split to two singles if required

  • Built in robes
  • Aircon and heating

Single sofabed in master bedroom ($100 per clean)
Portacot available at the property free of charge, just BYO cot linen

Kitchen

  • Fully equipped kitchen with all cookware, crockery, cutlery, and utensils
  • Electric oven
  • 4 gas hot plates (stove top)
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Complimentary selection of tea and coffee, and milk provided on arrival
  • Full sized refrigerator

Bathrooms

  • Main bathroom has shower, single vanity and toilet
  • Ensuite in bedroom 1 with shower, toilet, single vanity
  • Hairdryer, quality towels and luxurious toiletries are provided in each bathroom

European Laundry

  • Washing machine (with complimentary washing detergent)
  • Dryer
  • Iron
  • Ironing board

General

  • Reverse cycle heating and air-conditioning throughout
  • Wireless Broadband internet included free of charge
  • Phone and local calls (reasonable use) included free of charge
  • Portacot available at property free of charge, just BYO cot linen. Please ensure you have advised us if required
  • No smoking inside the property
  • Gas and electricity included in rates (reasonable use)

Family friendly

  • Portacot available at property free of charge, just BYO cot linen. Please ensure you have advised us if required
  • Securely fenced courtyard
  • Please note this property has internal stairs
  • Nearest children’s playground 800m

Outdoor Space

  • Courtyard, secure for both children and pets

Pet Friendly

  • Securely fenced courtyard
  • Off leash dog park within 2km
  • Floor tiles throughout property

Car Parking

  • Secure off street, undercover parking is available free of charge for 1 vehicle with remote access

2 Bedrooms2 BathroomsPets AllowedInternet IncludedAirconditioningHeatingOff Street Parking

The Post Office

The Post Office is a contemporary, two-level townhouse in cosmopolitan St Kilda – said to be the heart of Melbourne. Formally the Old Balaclava Post Office, this landmark building has been transformed into a boutique residential development with a loft style master bedroom. It is a delightful, well-equipped apartment offering privacy and luxurious comfort in a beautiful, tree-lined street.

The ground floor of the Post Office comprises of a bright and airy, open plan living/dining area with a large, fully equipped kitchen complete with stainless steel European appliances, glossy white doors and stone bench tops. The second bedroom is also on the ground floor fitted with built in robes and a queen size bed, which can be split into 2 singles if required. You will find a luxurious, modern bathroom with shower, vanity and toilet plus a separate, European style laundry with concealed washing machine and dryer.

Upstairs in the loft is a very large, master bedroom featuring a king size bed, which can also be separated into 2 singles if required, plus a sofa bed. This bedroom has built in robes and ceiling windows that offer plenty of natural light with unique privacy and a second luxurious bathroom.

The Post Office is defined by quality finishes and includes many additional features such as reverse cycle heating/air-conditioning on both floors, complimentary wireless broadband internet connection and free local phone calls. The front courtyard is securely fenced and you will enjoy the convenience of undercover, off-street parking for one car.

This quality, self-contained, St Kilda townhouse is a great holiday house for the family and is perfect for short stay accommodation in Melbourne for up to 2 couples. It is also ideal executive travel and relocation accommodation in Australia for those requiring short term accommodation close to the Melbourne CBD.

The Post Office is just a short walk to vibrant Carlisle Street and is close to everything St Kilda has to offer. You won’t be able to resist the many delicious and affordable local cafes and numerous specialty European food outlets in Acland Street. You will be within easy access to Luna Park, St Kilda’s Royal Botanical Gardens, The Palais Theatre, Esplanade Hotel, St Kilda Baths and beach. The Sunday market, along the esplanade, is full of exquisite handicrafts not to be missed and you can catch a tram to the city and be there within a few minutes.

 

Public Transport/Shopping/Location

  • 7kms from Melbourne CBD
  • Buses and trams to St Kilda and City, 20 meters from your door.
  • Major shopping area less than a 5 min walk.

"Excellent accommodation. Everything we needed. Thank you.", Jan, Nancy and friends., October 2006

"Wonderful place to stay. Everything we could think of plus more! Great neighbourhood and excellent bakery for early morning breaky. Very happy to recommend to others.", Martha and Fidele, November 2006

"We had a gorgeous stay. Vibrant, interesting neighbourhood with lots of yummy food. Comfortable, easy to be in accommodation.", David and Penny, November 2006

"Beautiful apartment. Well equipped. Good access to Melbourne. Would like to return again! ", Bryson and Jan T., England, January 2007

"Wonderful apartment. So many thoughtful extras. Would like to return.", Quinn and Rosemary, January 2007

"Fantastic location. Well equipped. High standard. Well serviced. "No worries mate".", Cathy, Alison, Amy and Stuart, Scotland, February 2007

"Great place. Unique privacy. So close to everything. We will come back.", Kim and Yzee, September 2006