Title: Marlin - A prime location, near the beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Marlin - A prime location, near the beach Apartment in Melbourne, near St Kilda Beach ## Photo gallery for Marlin - A prime location, near the beach ![Property grounds - Marlin - A prime location, near the beach (Elwood)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103540000/103535300/103535241/e61dc29a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV - Marlin - A prime location, near the beach (Elwood)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103540000/103535300/103535241/db9eb26c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Marlin - A prime location, near the beach (Elwood)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103540000/103535300/103535241/39aa6aee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Marlin - A prime location, near the beach (Elwood)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103540000/103535300/103535241/eabf6ab1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Marlin - A prime location, near the beach (Elwood)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103540000/103535300/103535241/863e3ffa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Welcome to this stylish residence, nestled near the beach and cafes. Enjoy expansive open-plan living and dining areas, a designer kitchen featuring stone bench-tops, three bedrooms positioned towards the rear, complemented by two sumptuous bathrooms. The secure front patio lends itself perfectly to entertaining with outdoor seating and BBQ while being pet-friendly for small pets only. ### Entire apartment 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Marlin - A prime location, near the beach The property is elegantly arranged, with American Oak flooring introducing expansive open-plan living and dining areas, a designer kitchen featuring stone bench-tops, Euro-laundry, and three bedrooms positioned towards the rear, complemented by two sumptuous bathrooms. The secure front patio lends itself perfectly to entertaining. Notable amenities include central heating and cooling, as well as single off-street parking accessible via the laneway. This exquisite property enjoys a convenient location near cafes, the beach, and parks. It graciously accommodates up to five guests, offering three bedrooms, open-plan living and dining spaces, two bathrooms, laundry facilities, and parking for one car. Property Features: Double-glazed windows Free Wi-Fi. Secure front patio with outdoor seating and BBQ (Note access via glass door only- the bi-fold doors do not open) Gourmet kitchen with dining area for 8 Spacious living area Secure building entry with code (no intercom) Rear decked courtyard Pet friendly (small pets only. Please note that charges apply. Contact our reservations team for details.) Living, Dining & Cooking: Inside, you'll find generous living and dining areas with access to the front patio and rear decked courtyard. The gourmet kitchen serves the generous dining area which can seat 8 people comfortably. The home has central heating and cooling in the living and dining areas and in bedrooms 1 and 3\. There is also a manually operated gas fireplace in the living area. Sleeping: The home boasts three bedrooms. The huge rear main bedroom has a queen-size bed and built-in robes, ensuite, and access to the rear decked courtyard. The second bedroom features a queen bed and built-in robes, while the third bedroom offers a double-size bed with built-in robes. Bedding configuration (sleeps 5): Bedroom 1: 1 Queen bed, heating, cooling, Built-In Robe, Ensuite, Deck access Bedroom 2: 1 Double bed, Note has no heating or cooling, Built in Robe Bedroom 3: 1 Queen bed, heating, cooling, Built in Robe Bathrooms: Bathroom 1: Shower, toilet, vanity Bathroom 2: Shower, bath, toilet, vanity (Ensuite) Laundry: Marlin includes an Euro laundry with a washing machine and dryer, plus an outdoor clothesline. Outdoor: You can relax on the front patio and rear decked courtyard. 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: Comprises parking for 1 car onsite with access via laneway. Location: Located near the beach, cafes, parks, and public transport, its super convenient. You'll find a spacious living area, a well-equipped kitchen, and a patio perfect for entertaining. Off-street parking for one car. Enjoy your stay and enjoy all the amenities this stylish residence has to offer. 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, a 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 a hairdryer in each bathroom Portacot available free of charge (BYO linen and bedding) 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 the time of year, and how far in advance you book. We will advise on enquiry. Security bond: A property security bond of $600 may be processed 1-3 days prior to arrival. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near the sea ### Things to do - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 218\_85 ## 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-37.88715%2C144.98456&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=eaUcsOtsIjos1XepEpo7BZIkhww=) Elwood, VIC #### What's nearby - Elwood Beach \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - St Kilda Beach \- 2 min drive \- 1.5 miles - St. Kilda Botanical Gardens \- 2 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Luna Park \- 3 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Palais Theatre \- 3 min drive \- 1.9 miles #### Getting around - Elsternwick Station - 2 min drive - North Williamstown Station - 19 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 34 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Combi Coffee - ‬6 min walk - ‪Plain Sailing - ‬7 min walk - ‪Who is Bunker Spreckels - ‬6 min walk - ‪Blue Tongue Wine Bar - ‬4 min walk - ‪Little Sunflower Café - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Marlin - A prime location, near the beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Marlin - A prime location, near the beach? ### What time is check-in at Marlin - A prime location, near the beach? ### What time is check-out at Marlin - A prime location, near the beach? ### Where is Marlin - A prime location, near the beach located? ## Have a question? 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