Homestay in Notting Hill

Welcome to Melbourne’s Eastern suburbs, the best side of the city!
Please read the rules at the end to ensure they are suitable before making contact.

Our home is a character-filled older house tucked into a peaceful cul-de-sac in a quiet estate near Clayton Monash University. We offer a relaxed, friendly homestay that’s ideal for travellers and backpackers seeking a calm base, as well as university or language school students needing short/long term accommodation.
Room is not suitable for 2x single people (ie: friends).

A Light Breakfast is included in your Homestay (toast/cereal/noodles, tea/coffee, fruit).
Dinner can be provided at host's discretion for an extra cost.

My son and I share the home. He works during the day and I work evenings. We respect your privacy, but are happy to have a chat, share a meal, or a relaxed drink if you feel social.

We have 3 cats. They’re shy but may stop by to say hello. Guests need to be comfortable around cats and not allergic. They’re not allowed in the guest room, but as any cat owner knows, a completely fur-free life is… aspirational.

Outside, you’ll find a covered verandah overlooking the large yard and garden, a great spot for a quiet morning coffee, a relaxing read or spotting some native birds.

Our area and the surrounding suburbs have a large population of people from East/South-East Asia and Europe, and many restaurants provide authentic cuisines. Or if you like to cook yourself, many Asian/European grocers/delis/markets stock everything you need

We’re about 20 km from the city centre, but getting around is simple. A bus stop just a 10-minute walk away connects you directly to the university, train lines (30 minutes to the city), and major routes. Monash Uni is an easy 15-minute walk or a quick bus ride. Two shopping centres are within walking distance (or a short bus trip) with cafés, cinemas, supermarkets, and plenty of places to browse. We’re close to the beautiful Dandenong Ranges, home to superb walking and hiking trails, including the famous 1000 Steps. You can visit Puffing Billy Scenic Railway and the Botanical Gardens.

Payment
30 days or less: Full Payment in CASH, on arrival
30+ days: first month in CASH, on arrival Then weekly in cash, in advance
A $100 security deposit & $20 cleaning fee are required for all stays
Check-in 2:00pm, Check-out 11:00am

Rules
English is to be spoken in all common areas of the house
Please make phone calls in your room or outside. No speakerphone inside the house

House Quiet time: 10:00pm-7:00am, noise is to be kept to a minimum during these hours
Bathroom & Kitchen use: between 7:00am and 10:00pm only. They are to be left clean & tidy
Washing machine use is restricted to full loads twice a week
No shoes inside the house
No visitors (without prior approval)
No pets