Discover Lilly Pilly, a quaint 2-bed, 1-bath home tucked in Essendon - just 10km from Melbourne. Enjoy open-plan living, stylish kitchen, and a sunny courtyard with a pergola, BBQ, and dining table. With a tram stop 50m away and local shops and eateries just 400m away, everything's at your doorstep. Tucked away in Essendon - a short 10km drive from the centre of Melbourne - Lilly Pilly is a relaxed residence that's perfect for couples or small families. This quaint 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home features an open plan living and dining space, and stylish kitchen equipped with quality appliances. The property also includes a courtyard that boasts a pergola, dining table and BBQ, making it an ideal space to enjoy the outdoors. Lilly Pilly is conveniently located 50m from the nearest tram stop, with local shops, cafes and restaurants a mere 400m from home. The property is also close to the Moonee Valley Racecourse (1.2km) - one of Australia's horse racing venues. Property Features: - 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 4 - Open plan dining and living area - Covered outdoor entertaining space with al fresco dining - Outdoor BBQ area - Secure, high-walled courtyard at the back - Reverse cycle air conditioning in living area and all bedrooms - Pet-friendly (Please note that charges apply. Contact our reservations team for detail) - Short walk to local shops (400m) - 50m from tram stop that terminates at Flinders Street Station - Nearby Moonee Valley Racecourse (1.2km) - 10km from Melbourne's CBD - Secure parking space for 1 car Indoor: Lilly Pilly has a cosy lounge area with a reverse cycle air condition, and a Smart TV equipped with complimentary Netflix. The kitchen impresses with its white and gray color design, plus ample appliances for cooking. The home's 2 bedrooms are tucked away just off the main living space, each equipped with a reverse cycle air conditioner to keep the temperature just right. Bedding configuration (sleeps up to 4): - Bedroom 1: king split bed, reverse cycle air conditioning, built-in wardrobe - Bedroom 2: queen, reverse cycle air conditioning, built-in wardrobe Bathroom configuration: Bathroom 1: shower, single vanity, toilet Outdoor: Head over to the home's courtyard to relax or cook a BBQ feast - a pleasant space to retreat to after a day out. This area is also ideal for pets to roam around and enjoy your company. Laundry: Lilly Pilly includes a laundry at the rear of the property, equipped with a washer and dryer. Pets: Small pets are welcome at this property but must abide by our terms and conditions. Charges apply for bringing pets - please advise us at the time of booking or prior to arrival if you are bringing a pet with you. Parking: There's a secure parking space for 1 car via the laneway at the rear of the property. Please note, the maximum width restriction is 2.2 metres and will only fit a small hatchback. For cars that will not fit there is street parking on Fitzgerald Road across from the apartment. (Please obey all parking signs) Location: Nestled in the leafy suburb of Essendon, Lilly Pilly is the ideal spot for travellers seeking a peaceful retreat just a short distance from Melbourne's CBD (10km). Just a short stroll from home you'll discover an array of local cafes, restaurants, and boutique shops (400m), while there's a tram stop just 50m from your front door, giving you easy access to Flinders Street Station. 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 - Wireless broadband internet (Wi-Fi) - Pay TV (Netflix) - 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 $600 will be processed 1-3 days prior to arrival.