Title: Botanica - Simply Perfect Balwyn 1BR Home Base Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Botanica - Simply Perfect Balwyn 1BR Home Base Apartment in Melbourne with kitchen ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106600000/106599800/106599714/bc9e2729.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106600000/106599800/106599714/b4be3b5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106600000/106599800/106599714/a81b1451.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106600000/106599800/106599714/08e317ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106600000/106599800/106599714/44e6b561.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in the heart of Balwyn, this stylish apartment at Botanica offers a rare opportunity to experience modern living. Unwind in the generous courtyard or enjoy cooking up a storm with prestige SMEG appliances and stone bench-tops. With secure underground car parking and central air-conditioning/heating, you'll feel right at home. ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom592 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Botanica - Simply Perfect Balwyn 1BR Home Base Summary: Situated on the ground floor in the contemporary Botanica complex, this stylish apartment offers a rare opportunity to have a one bedroom home base in the heart of Balwyn, one of the most liveable suburbs in Melbourne. Close to everywhere including across from Balwyn Cinema, 109 tram to the city in your doorstep, Whitehorse Road shops, restaurants & boutiques. This apartment is perfect for anyone looking for modern living in a terrific location. The Space: This sophisticated apartment features a generous courtyard, spacious living area, incorporating a tiled and sleek kitchen with stone bench-tops and prestige SMEG appliances, plus plenty of space with storage provided by a dedicated pantry and cabinets. Other features include a heating and cooling system, a secure underground car park, and a secure entry foyer. \* Glamorous 1 bedroom ground floor apartment \* Generous entertainer’s courtyard \* Vogue living and stone/Smeg kitchen \* Premium timber floors and central air-conditioning/heating \* Secure basement car space \* Across from Balwyn Cinema and metres to cafes and restaurants \* Catch the 109 tram into the city Guest Access: Guests will have private access to the apartment for the duration of their stay. Other Things to Note: \*\* PLEASE NOTE: if guests get locked out of the apartment, we may be able to help with spare key but we will have to charge a service fee for the time and delivery (pending availability and distance). After 8 pm and on the weekend, rates may go up. If we are not able to help, it will be the guest’s responsibility to call a locksmith at their own cost. \*\* Lost key penalty - $300 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - 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 ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 6682327efc8c910013469803 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-37.81245%2C145.07576&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=iA2df82QvZEy3tD_rdpSrBT5eHo=) Balwyn, VIC #### What's nearby - Swinburne University of Technology - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles - Deakin University - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles - Melbourne Cricket Ground - 11 min drive - 6.1 miles - Rod Laver Arena - 12 min drive - 6.4 miles - Melbourne Central - 14 min drive - 7.1 miles #### Getting around - Canterbury Station - 2 min drive - Essendon Station - 19 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 36 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk - ‪Birichino Cucina & Pizzeria - ‬6 min walk - ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min walk - ‪Narai Thai Balwyn Restaurant - ‬8 min walk - ‪Supreme.J Kitchen 尚品 - ‬1 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Botanica - Simply Perfect Balwyn 1BR Home Base pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Botanica - Simply Perfect Balwyn 1BR Home Base? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Botanica - Simply Perfect Balwyn 1BR Home Base? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Botanica - Simply Perfect Balwyn 1BR Home Base located? > Located in Balwyn, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Swinburne University of Technology, Box Hill Hospital and St Vincent's Private Hospital. Melbourne Cricket Ground and Collins Street are also within 6 miles (10 km). Canterbury Station is 23 minutes by foot and East Camberwell Station is 25 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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