Albert Park Victorian House with Style and Art Gallery

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THE MONTAGUE

The Montague is a classic Victorian, fully refurbished, three bedroom home located in the heart of historic Albert Park. It reflects a partnership of heritage period charm with modern day amenity that is the essence of luxury Albert Park living.

This home is an art gallery. It has been stunningly decorated with a collection of original aboriginal and Australian artist artworks that are available to purchase. The artwork are available for purchase from Stan Yarramunua at Art Yarramunua at 149 Acland Street, St.Kilda and Tony Jackson at Quadrant Gallery at 72 Barkers Road in Hawthorn.

A classic Victorian cottage facade and formal front garden with a welcoming outdoor seating greets the visitor. The front door opens on to period arched hallway leading past two large front bedrooms to a large open space rear living area.

The front bedroom has generous period proportions with a queen bed, built in wardrobe and period Victorian fireplace. The second bedroom also has a queen bed and large wardrobe which includes a concealed built in workstation and printer. with a USB port. The third, sunny bedroom, at the rear of the house, has a double bunk. The house can comfortably sleep six with its three bedrooms and four beds.

The hall opens to a spacious, open plan kitchen, dining and living area. This large inviting space has a high vaulted ceiling and sunny, north facing aspect. The feeling is light and spacious.

The stylish, stainless steel galley kitchen is fully equipped for cooking with pleasure. A fully stocked pantry with all the needed ingredients and kitchen appliances is provided. The adjacent meals area comfortably seats six. Extra chairs are provided for large scale dining.

The large, luxurious lounge has a comfortable "L" shaped couch that provides extra bedding if required. The couch has a chez lounge which is perfect for relaxing and watching the large screen Smart TV and enjoying Netflix. The Bluetooth surround sound system provides Gold Class home theatre luxury.

The bright, spacious bathroom has a large shower with continuous hot water and heated towels rails.

The sunny study area in the rear passageway has a workstation with stationery and stylish daybed for extra accommodation. The study looks out on to a rear courtyard garden.

The landscaped courtyard has a sunny northerly aspect with an outdoor table setting and BBQ for al fresco dining pleasure. The shed in the courtyard houses a European laundry, bins and two bikes for enjoying the many safe, local bike paths. Additional bikes are available on request. Jump on the bikes and ride to the city, nearby park, lake, beach or St.Kilda Pier to see the penguins. If time and weather permits bike riding in Melbourne is a real pleasure.

The house features original timber floorboards and a collection of modern furniture and artworks. Air conditioning, hotel quality linen and towels, toiletries, hair dryer, iron, ironing board and Myki public transport cards are all provided. Free all day resident permit parking is available right outside the front door. Pets are most welcome.

Everything has been thought of and is provided for a great stay.

ALBERT PARK

Albert Park is one of Melbourne’s premier inner city bayside suburbs. It’s famous for its stunning nearby park, lake, beach, wide tree lined streets and heritage listed Victorian and Edwardian houses.

The Montague is located only 150 meters from the Albert Park Village with its many quality shops, cafes and restaurants. Step out the door and everything needed for a superb stay is literally around the corner.(URL HIDDEN)Take a short stroll to the iconic Albert Park Hotel, famous award winning Andrew’s Hamburgers or Jock’s Ice Cream. Have a coffee or dine at any of the over 30 restaurants and cafes that line nearby Bridport Street and Victoria Avenue. Albert Park is a food and wine lovers destination.

Walk to famous St.Vincent Gardens surrounded by historic St. Vincent Place with its grand mansions. Visit the ever-popular South Melbourne Market or Clarendon Street shopping strip which are just moments away.

Melbourne’s Art Precinct and The Domain with its Shrine of Remembrance, Government House and the Royal Botanical Gardens are all very close by.

There is a choice of two convenient trams , the number 96 and 1 routes, that provide fast access to the city and the popular tourist destination of St.Kilda.

With its sensational size, style and setting The Montague is truly A1 Albert Park and Albert Park is Melbourne at its best.

GUEST ACCESS
The Montague is all yours.
You get the whole house with its own entrance and all the space you need to enjoy on your own or to entertain others.

The house comfortably sleeps six in luxury with an additional accomodation available on the large sofa and day bed in the study area.

Unrestricted parking using the Parking Permit provided is always available right outside the door in a wide, tree-lined street.

There is a choice of two convenient trams nearby.

GUEST INTERACTION
You'll enjoy your own self-contained house but I live nearby in Middle Park so I am usually on hand to assist your stay in any way I can.

I'll share our favourite local treasures such as how to find the penguins at St.Kilda Pier, feast on the finest food, buy bargains at the local shops and markets, catch a city show, partake in almost any sport you could imagine, walk to the most amazing nearby adventure playground or to the lake or beach at sunset.

I love Melbourne and Albert Park and have been living in the area for over 20 years.

I want to make your stay memorable and have prepared maps and information on the immediate area and all the great things to do in Melbourne depending on your taste and pocket. You will find it on the desk in the study area.

Alber Park is well located near the city and the popular tourist desination of St.Kilda. Two bikes, helmets and locks are provided for your use and enjoyment on the many dedicated local bike paths. Additional bikes are avilable on request.

If beaches and the surf are your thing I can provide accommodation with beachside ocean views at Torquay, home of the famous annual Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach surfing championship at Easter and gateway to the Great Ocean Road or at Melbourne's millionaire getaway at Portsea.

CARS AND PARKING
For drivers you can park on the street all day using the Resident Parking Permit provided. There are no parking restrictions and there is always a handy parking spot right out front of the apartment using the Resident Parking Permit. Please ensure to return the Resident Parking Permit on departure. A fee of $400 applies if the Resident Parking Permit is lost, stolen or not returned.

from 24 September 2024 free parking is available as follows:-
• 5.00pm Fridays to 9.00am Mondays – in Bevan St

• 4 hours everyday St Vincents Place South (2 minutes’ walk) and St Vincents Place North (3 minutes’ walk)