Family-friendly vacation rentals in Alphington

Entire house + parking near MCG, city, everything

Stay in a peaceful homely and spacious Victorian heritage cottage with your own secluded garden and private carport, in a quiet neighbourhood conveniently close to everything Melbourne has to offer. Walk or take a short tram, train or uber ride to the MCG, live sport and music venues, CBD shops, theatres, museums and galleries, parks, bayside beaches, universities and St Vincents hospitals. For a true inner-city home that is not an apartment or hotel, look no further! Ideal for work trips too.

Pet-friendly guesthouse with garden and playground

WELCOME TO LITTLE AUDREY GUESTHOUSE A charming self-contained retreat tucked behind a heritage Ivanhoe home, named in honour of Melbourne's beloved Skipping Girl. Private, peaceful and made for guests who travel with the whole family - kids, dogs and all. ◈ Secure gated garden with kids' playground ◈ Pet-friendly with nearby parklands ◈ Cosy electric fireplace for winter evenings ◈ Multipurpose room with sofa bed and laundry ◈ Onsite parking included ◈ 3min walk to Darebin Station and Ivanhoe

Private studio oasis – Westgarth (Northcote)

Quiet, cosy, stylish & light-filled studio. Private entrance (digital lock), ensuite, desk, space to relax with a pleasant private garden outlook. Located just off High St (voted Time Out’s 2024 “Coolest Street in the World”) & the cafe precinct of Westgarth & Merri Creek bike/walk trail & parklands. Great public transport - train, tram & bus routes. Tea/coffee, toaster, microwave & fridge. Very comfortable bed. Friendly, knowledgeable, & helpful hosts. Flexible checkin/checkout times.

The Garden Apartment

Spacious renovated apartment in the garden behind our 19th century Victorian house with its own entrance along the side path. Close to several parks, swimming pool/gym/tennis complex, and Queens Parade shopping strip. The neighbourhood is 4 km from the Melbourne CBD, and 100 meters from 86 tram to city and train station, and bus line along Hoddle Street. All this provides easy access to city, MCG, Rugby Stadium, Tennis Centre, Theatres and NGV. We are empty nesters with a kelpie dog, Peppy.

Westgarth. Location, location, location!

Private Studio Bungalow Stylish guest studio bungalow with a delightful garden outlook. Private entrance. A relaxing living area with smart TV , WiFi and small kitchenette (water accessed via bathroom sink.) Comfortable double bed and small second room with an additional living area offering a single sofa bed for a second bedroom . Located in the heart of Westgarth 1 minute walking distance from public transport and to the wonderful Westgarth Cinema, cafes and nightlife. LGBTQ- friendly.

Cosy guesthouse in quiet area with private parking

Enjoy well deserved retreat in a cosy guesthouse located in a safe, friendly and quiet Alphington, in inner city Melbourne, 7km northeast of city centre. It has a private entrance and outdoor sitting area. The Alphington train station and buses to the city are all within 5-minute walk. Local market is on every Sunday by the Alphington station. Various eatery, restaurants and supermarkets in the nearby suburbs of Fairfield and Ivanhoe. Off street parking available at the back of property.

Sherlock's Home - Magical Richmond Warehouse

Sherlock’s Home, a one-of-a-kind 1850s Cordial Factory warehouse conversion in the best part of Richmond (as featured on Broadsheet). Architecturally-designed to maximise openness, our bespoke house is over 4 levels, with 2 bedrooms (Master with king bed & ensuite), 2 lounge areas, single garage, & shaded northern patio. Our exclusive Melbourne location is unbeatable: - 100m to Church St - 200m to Bridge Rd - 750m to Swan St - 1.9km to Sports Precinct (MCG, Rod Laver Arena, AAMI Park)

Arranmore - a charismatic Terrace House

+ 5-7 mins walk to trams & buses + Tram 48 to the city stops at the MCG + 10 min walk to Tram 16 to St Kilda Beach + 5 min walk to closest supermarket + 5 min walk to High Street filled with cafes, restaurants, grocers, bakeries, retail and bottle shops + Visit Lyon Housemuseum + Visit Yarra Bend, Melbourne's largest natural bushland reserve, Yarra River & Dights Falls + Visit Studley Park Boathouse for dining or boat hire + Local golf courses + Close to Fitzroy, Collingwood and Carlton

House of Friends in Kangaroo Ground

This private country retreat residence on a shared 25 acre hobby farm located within the Dress circle of Kangaroo Ground. Beautiful city views suround the home, kangaroos pay a visit most early mornings. Our paddocks are homes to horses, our roads welcome bike riders. The Beautiful Fondatas restaurant is only 2kms away, only 40 minutes from Melbourne CBD at the gateway to the Yarra Valley & it’s magnificent wineries, this farm home offers something for everyone. @casa.diamici on insta

Dudley's

Split level self contained studio apartment with private access at rear of dwelling in Clifton Hill. Less than 5kms from the CBD, Clifton Hill is bordered by Fitzroy, Collingwood, Abbotsford & Northcote as well as the 260 hectare Yarra Bend Park. Trains, trams and buses are between 5 & 10 minutes walking distance. 5 train stops to Jolimont Station, for MCG & Melbourne Park. A Visitor's Parking Permit is available for free, unrestricted parking on the street outside the residence.

Urban Retreat Spacious & Secluded Parklands Oasis

Located just metres from Darebin Parklands, this immaculately presented spacious unit is within walking distance of the Ivanhoe shopping strip. Darebin and Ivanhoe Stations are just a couple of minutes walk away making trips to the city and beyond a breeze. Our property has a newly renovated kitchen/ dining/ living space and bathroom/ laundry and is fully furnished with everything you need for a comfortable stay. The bedroom opens to a sunroom overlooking the beautiful parklands.

Dandaloo Luxury Escape short drive to Yarra Valley

Dandaloo Luxury Escape is a self-contained 2-bedroom house set in the grounds of Dandaloo homestead, circa 1890s. It has been tastefully renovated and built to take in the ambiance of surrounding gardens and natural bush. Each morning of your stay you can begin the day by enjoying a leisurely breakfast on one of the 3 decks, using the quality provisions left for you in the fridge. Later you can relax in the outdoor bath on the back deck and maybe see kangaroos or king parrots.