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Poets Retreat

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a window with blinds. - Poets Retreat (Elwood)
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Close to St Kilda Beach, Poets Retreat provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$334
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept

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About this property

Poets Retreat

  • In a gorgeous quiet pocket of Elwood, this sun filled spacious 2 bedroom ground floor apartment packs in a whole lot for lifestyle holidays in this tree lined street.

    This modernised retreat features a central hallway with storage, a sleek stone kitchen with Bosch dishwasher, a north facing living room, 2 big bedrooms with built in robes and a bright bathroom with large shower and laundry facilities.

    Excitingly close to the popular cafes along Tennyson Street, the 67 tram on Brighton Road, several bus services and Ripponlea station, meander down to fabulous beaches for some summer sun or a morning jog, or simply enjoy the closeness of the St Kilda Botanic gardens, Acland Street dining scene or the relaxed Elwood Village lifestyle.

    Should you require anything during your stay, we will do our best to provide it.
    Melbourne water is safe to drink - no need to boil.

    We are available to assist or answer your queries. We live only a few hundreds meters away. Please contact us at the time of the booking for keys instructions.
    - The ENTIRE apartment is yours - No sharing with anyone else.
    - Ground floor ease (no steps)
    - Stylish stone kitchen/meals
    - Reverse cycle air conditioning
    - Private parking at your front door (Dedicated parking for guests)
    - Fully equipped kitchen
    - Free unlimited wifi
    - Brighton Road tram (4 mins walk – tram goes directly to Melbourne city central)
    - Melbourne city (8 kms)
    - St Kilda Botanic gardens (3 mins walk- 500 meters)
    - Walk to a choice of popular cafes and Elwood popular beach
    - Elwood beach (just over 1 km)
    - The nearest airport is Melbourne Tullamarine, 25 km from the apartment

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Located near the beach, this apartment is in Elwood, a neighbourhood in Melbourne. Melbourne Cricket Ground and Melbourne Central are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Queen Victoria Market and Collins Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Rod Laver Arena or Marvel Stadium. Visit our Melbourne travel guide
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Elwood, VIC

What's nearby

  • A park with a vibrant flower bed, green shrubs, and palm trees.
    St. Kilda Botanical Gardens
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A crowded outdoor cafe with people sitting at tables, bicycles parked nearby, and a sign for 'Rococo' in the background.
    Acland Street
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A colorful entrance with a large face sculpture, palm trees, and a roller coaster in the background.
    Luna Park
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • A wooden pier with a pointed roof and a sign reading "St. Kilda Pier".
    St Kilda Beach
    3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • The exterior of the LAIS Theatre with its distinctive architecture and palm trees.
    Palais Theatre
    4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Ripponlea Station
    9 min walk
  • Flinders Street Station
    16 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kremma
    7 min walk
  • The Local Taphouse
    13 min walk
  • Balaclava Hotel
    13 min walk
  • Iddy Biddy Bar
    13 min walk
  • Surabaya Johnny's
    13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Poets Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Poets Retreat?

As of 7 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poets Retreat on 8 Sept 2026 start from AU$334, 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.

How much is parking at Poets Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Poets Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Poets Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Poets Retreat located?

Located in Elwood, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Acland Street and St Kilda Beach. Elwood Beach and Luna Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). Ripponlea Station is 9 minutes by foot and Balaclava Station is 14 minutes.

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