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Melwood · Charming 2/1 Cottage near River · 9 min to Beach

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Experience the charm of this unique bohemian riverside getaway, with private access to the river just steps away. Unwind in one of two bedrooms or relax in the living room space, all equipped with independent mini-split AC units for your comfort. Downtown Melbourne's shops and art galleries are just 3 minutes away.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$349
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Melwood · Charming 2/1 Cottage near River · 9 min to Beach

Please call us if you are bringing a pet. The Pet Fee is charged after booking booking ($20/pet/day).

Relax at this unique bohemian riverside getaway.
The cottage is on a quiet street on a large lot shared with the main house. Just East of the lot you have private access to the riverside.
Just 3 minutes from Downtown Melbourne which houses the Henegar Center for the Arts, the Melbourne Civic Theatre and a variety of shops, art galleries and restaurants. About 9 minutes from the closest beach access.
Light-sleepers should note that railroad tracks are within half a mile.
Click the listing title or "Book Now" button for more details!
The two bedrooms are divided by a common bathroom. Each bedroom and the living room space have independent mini-split AC units for your comfort.

Guest Access/Interaction:
Guest may gain access to the house anytime after check-in with deadbolt code. The house is setup completely for guest use and everything in the house is accessible to guests with the exception of a locked laundry room utility closet. We provide self check-in so we will not meet in person unless the need arises. The listing is setup exclusively for guest use. We are just a message/call away if you need assistance or suggestions of things to do in the area!

Neighborhood:
Centrally located Old Florida neighborhood one mile south of Downtown Melbourne.

Other things to note:
For authorized pets we charge $20/night up to $500 per pet. Please contact us for approval.
We have a Mr. Coffee 6 cup traditional drip coffee maker.
The thermostat has a lower limit of 69 degrees to prevent the unit from freezing.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Non-refundable credit card fee of 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction. 24-hour grace period of Cancellation Policy if check-in is at least 1 week away.
We do allow pets on a case by case basis. If accepted, Vrbo will charge for one pet. If you have another, you will receive an invoice after booking wi

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

153590_340513

About the area

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Melbourne, FL

What's nearby

  • Melbourne Harbor Marina - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Holmes Regional Medical Center - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Florida Institute of Technology - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Melbourne Square Mall - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Melbourne Beach - 9 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, FL (MLB-Orlando Melbourne Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hell 'n Blazes Brewing - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Ichabod's Dockside Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chart House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bombay Curry - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Mansion - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Melwood · Charming 2/1 Cottage near River · 9 min to Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Melwood · Charming 2/1 Cottage near River · 9 min to Beach?

As of 4 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Melwood · Charming 2/1 Cottage near River · 9 min to Beach on 7 Oct 2025 start from AU$348.55, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Melwood · Charming 2/1 Cottage near River · 9 min to Beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Melwood · Charming 2/1 Cottage near River · 9 min to Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Melwood · Charming 2/1 Cottage near River · 9 min to Beach located?

Located in the heart of Melbourne, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Riverview Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Melbourne Harbor Marina and Liberty Bell Memorial Museum. Florida Institute of Technology and Holmes Regional Medical Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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